March 2013
New Archives
- Canada Post Adopt a pet Stamps
- These domestic-rate PERMANENTTM stamps are issued to remind everyone of the importance of giving a shelter animal a second chance.
As published on the Canada post website.
Stamp design manager Danielle Trottier, a long-time pet owner, and Roy White of Subplot designed these engaging stamps to invite interaction. Detaching the stamps from the backing allows you to... - More Information and Photos
- Purrfectly Pets Camp at SAIT
- Purrfectly Pets, Junior
This camp is a breed of its own! You’ll learn that owning a pet is a big commitment and experience hands-on what it takes to care for your family pet. Did you know that the principles of CPR and first aid apply to both humans and animals? You’ll learn the basics like CPR, dental care, prevention of illness and injury, and caring for...
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- PIJAC - Do not release aquarium pets or plants
- The escape and release of animals and plants from aquariums, terrariums and water gardens can harm the environment. It these aquarium species survive in the wild, they can cause the loss of decline of native plants and animals.
If you have aquarium pets and plants that you no longer want to keep, you can...
- Donate them to a pet store, school, another hobbyist, museum, zoo or advertise to give them away free.
- find a home for an unwanted aquarium pet...
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- WestPaw - Intelliloft
How do you make recycled plastic bottles into fabric and fiber fill that is so soft?
That's right! The amazing fiber fill in our beds is IntelliLotf!
What is IntelliLoft?
IntelliLoft® is clean, safe, re-engineered PETE (polyethylene terephthalate) polymer material that is a win/win for our...- More Information and Photos
- Hagen - Pets in the Classroom
- Pets in the Classroom With names like Squeaky and Sir Eats-a-Lot on the class list, taking attendance can get pretty exciting at Cambridge Christian School in Cambridge, Ontario.
Squeaky is a cute little guinea pig who's always present in Miss VanderSpek's Grade One class.
The furry little guinea pig may be the smallest creature in class, but she's a big hit when it comes to capturing the attention and imagination of all 23 of her six-year... - More Information and Photos
- Boxing Week Bonanza
- Pisces Pets will be closed on Christmas Day but on December 26, 2012 we will be open bright and early at 8:00 am for the start of our Boxing Week Bonanza.
The fish and reptile manager has gone crazy. He has set prices for fish, reptiles and aquariums that are just too good to miss. If you want to start a new hobby or upgrade your current setup, this would be... - More Information and Photos
- Calgary Humane Society Decision
- As of December 3rd 2012, Pisces Pet Emporium is no longer an off site adoption center for the Calgary Humane Society. The CHS Board made a philosophical decision not to allow pet stores that sell animals to be remote adoption centres for the Calgary Humane Society. Pisces has and always will believe that animal welfare is everyone's responsibility and we always strive to be part of the solution. Pisces adopted over 100 cats to their forever homes for the CHS and we are glad we could help...
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- Just Hatched at Pisces
- Come in to Pisces Pets and see our newest additions. Our Discus have fry, lots of them. Check them out on our youtube link. These little babies were spawn and successfully hatched in store. They hatched on Saturday December 1st, 2012 and are growing quickly. Mom Discus (Blue Diamond) is looking after the little ones and Dad Discus(Marlboro Red) will swim to her rescue if he feels you are too close.
This new fish family can be seen in person at Pisces Pets. See them... - More Information and Photos
- Hagen - Life is Better with Pets
- Life is Better with Pets: Studies
Pets are a joy to have, but did you know that they also help reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and can even help us live longer?
Recent studies show that pets have a significant and positive effect on humans.
In short, researchers found that:
- petting and talking to...
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- Cesar Milan comes to Calgary November 15 2012
- Internationally Renowned Dog Behaviour Expert Cesar Millan Brings His 'Trust Your Instincts Tour' To Canada
Star of hit TV series 'Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan' will transform dogs and their owners with his all new live tour - tickets on sale starting July 20!
July 11, 2012 Toronto, ON - Dog behaviour... - More Information and Photos
- Baby Beardies Available at Pisces
- Pisces Features: Bearded Dragon
Available now to go home with you, several Baby Bearded Dragons. Come take one home!
Bearded Dragons – with their easygoing nature, are one of the easiest to handle, especially for children. They will eat fruit and veggies as well as crickets and worms. They grow 15-24”, and require a 30+ gal terrarium enclosure, high spectrum UVA/UVB bulbs, and calcium... - More Information and Photos
- Halloween Safety for Pets
- Things to Watch For on Halloween
Halloween is a fun time for kids and many adults, but can be a frightening and stressful time for your pets. As a pet owner, you know your pet best, but here are some points to consider for your pet's safety.- Continual doorbell ringing and people at the door (in costume, no less!) can be stressful for a pet. Some pets may experience stress-related diarrhea or potentially injure...
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