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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 2009-12-16, Page 13j Photo by Denny Scott Recognizing Remembrance The Goderich Royal Canadian Legion Branch 109 held their annual Remembrance Day poster, essay and poetry contest recently. Nearly two dozen area youth from public and high schools were recognized for their creative works. Above, winners line the steps to the Branches' Jubilee Room December 2. Christmas a to introduce From page 7 places where puppies are mass produced for profit. Dogs are seen as nothing other than puppy producers for the pet shop indus- try. They and are bred non-stop in terrible conditions. The dogs and puppies typically do not receive veterinary care and little attention is paid to breed standards, genet- ics, socialization and so on. As a result, puppy mill puppies often face a lifetime of problems. They can exhibit behavioural problems, socialization problems as well as health problems. While many feel as if they are `saving' that pet store puppy they are, in fact, creating a demand for puppy mills. That puppy might by safe, but his parents are not. Another place puppies come from is backyard breeders. These are people who may breed dogs for profit, though on a smaller scale than a puppy mill. They may also have unintentional lit- ters, itters, as a result of not having their pets spayed or neutered. As with puppy mills, puppies from backyard breeders can have poor genetic health and tempera- ment emperament problems. Many backyard breeders advertise puppies, es- pecially around Christmas, in lo- cal newspaper classified ads and online classified web sites such as Craig's List and Kijrjr. Even if a puppy comes from a reputable breeder the holidays are probably the worst time to intro - hectic time a new dog duce a puppy into.a family. Pup- pies need time to adjust to their new surroundings and get used to a schedule — of feeding, potty breaks, training, etc. The holi- days are often a hectic time, with a lack of normal routine which could cause a lot of unnecessary stress to a puppy. Christmas holidays also present hazards to little puppies. There are also many decorations and holiday treats that can be fatal to puppies — such as chocolate and poinsettias which are poisonous to dogs and can be fatal if eaten. Those who give a puppy as a gift want to see the recipient's eyes light up — to see the joy and surprise on their face on Christ- mas hristmas morning. However the com- mitment of a puppy lasts beyond Christmas day... that puppy will rely on its owner to provide it with everything it needs (physi- cally and emotionally) for its en- tire life. If someone wants to bring a puppy into their life that desire will be them long after Christ- mas... at a time when all people are committed and give the pet the best chance of success . and a happy, healthy life. When that time comes remember to say no to puppy mills. Don't shop, adopt (from your local OSPCA or Hu- mane Society) Michelle Dean Goderich CAldench S.igrtal-Star,,WSCJfWslax, December, 16, 4o9 -magi 13 Goderich District Cbamber of Commerce p resents.. . 2 0 1 0 sponsored by AWARD S Gala Chamhci ,.I C ontmcrcc Rtt,iM ,, of the l ear p,.nsored ich & District ( lo.unl,, r of Cuth,nercr Capital Power(p. Corporation Con,munit. "i o i; ;,,.at rl /M�ff tail r'tI !�rl ( rprrrr/ 1 s . r• NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! IVEI'VJor this year - The Goderich Signal -Star Cornniunity Impact Award! ,arm Vote for your favourite event that made an Mipacton the community! Go to www.goderichchajnber : ca and nominate online today, send in the nomination form to frix 519-440-0305 or drop it o to the Chamber Oice at 56 East St 01? Fill in the ballot below and drop it off f at the Goderich Signal -Star. Deadline is December 31st, 2009 The Spirit of Success Awards Gala will be held at the Saltford Valley Hall N January 29th, 2010 Tel: 519-440--0176 Email: infoCtogodericlichainher.ca • Ilcll frthn,.I,, .. anulacnir,ng ,1 t.ard Sponsored Gy Bell r?n. iruntncnt I oundation 1:nvironmental Awareness Award .vt,n,ored by: 11) Friends oldie Environment I nttml.,t, H I,nu,.nt (,•.:ict„1, I I,.-1 italic. Ilu,tt,e„:NV. a::.i SpOJrsir, a %'1 .cn of(iodc,t:'i Richard Lehner Voting Entrepreneur .lward Sponsored ht•: the Echncn r.unily n, menton of No h.,,tl I Amen r I Send in or drop off your nomination for the Community Impact Award to the Goderich Signal -Star 120 Huckins St., Goderich PO Box220 N7A 4B6 Event Name: Sample of events... Celtic Festival, Communities In Bloom, Bluesfest, Wind Symphony Orchestra, Children's Festival, Art in the Park, Kinsmen Summerfest, CT Scanner Fundraising campaign, Radiothon f r Health, Relay for Life, Young Canada Week, Santa Claus Parade, Mass Pipe Band, Piping Down the Sun, Canada Day Celebrations, GLT, IODE Christmas House Tour, Health and Harvest Event, Pluckin Fest, Scare- crow, Blyth Thresher Reunion, Dungannon Tractor Pull or any other event you would like to nominate.