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PETMAGFNQC e l e b r a t i n g P e t O w n e r s h i p i n t h e F a r N o r t h

Edition 1, May/June 2010

AVOID THEPUPPY STAGEPETMAG's Top 10 Reasonsto Adopt

IS YOUR PETDOG-GONE

LAZY?Why keeping yourdog fit is important

KEEPING YOURPET HEALTHY

Give Ticks the Flick!

KIDS! ARE YOUAN ANKLEBITER YET?Join Joe Pug for GIVE-AWAYS,Puzzles and MORE...

WE TALKTO CAIRNSWILDLIFEDOMECaring for your snake as the

weather cools down

HAS YOUR PETGOT YOUSCRATCHING?Ask Josie your baffling pet questions

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RSPCA 2010MILLION PAWS

WALKWelcome to the Roar of the

Cairns Million Paws!

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Greet ings f rom the Edi tors a ndCongratulations!

By flicking through these pages you havebecome an official PETMAG FNQ reader.Welcome to our First Ever edition. Relax,curl up in your favourite chair with yourdoggy, or moggy and enjoy some downtime. We've put ina bit ofeverythingfor thediscerning furry, purry, feathered, scaled

or finny pet owner. We will get bigger and better quickly so keep onreading. This edition is just a small preview of what to expect in thefollowing months. As they say... "From little things, big things grow".(Especially if youarea Neapolitan Mastiff pup!).

We have a cracking team here who run all about the place, trippingover each other, trying to meet deadlines, juggling working life,partners,kids andpets.PHEW! Theonethingweallhave in commonis our love of animals. PETMAG FNQ celebrates pet ownership andpromotesresponsiblecareof pets.

We hope to share in the lives of some of your pet experiences alongtheway. PLEASE CONTACTUSwithyourstories,pictures,drawings,anecdotes, recollections, facts and figures. Cairns, we need to knowwhere to find thecutest, most intelligent, thebest trick performerandeven thenaughtiest pet in town (don'tgetKaty started about herPug,Joe.) We are a community-based magazine and welcome yourcontributions. For businesses out there whowouldlove to support us- YES! We still have some advertising space for left for sale but bequick! It seemstherearea lotof pet loversin town.

Now, we are off to gallivant jauntily through the neighbourhoods ofCairnsin searchof ournextstory.

Enjoy your first edition of PETMAG FNQ: Celebrating PetOwnership in the Far North. Until next time, Katy and Leigh

4 Profile: Phil Barber, Cairns WildlifeDome - Winter Snake Care

6 RSCPA Million Paws Walk

6 Pet of the Month: Missy

8 Has You Pets Fitness gone to the

Dogs?

9 Does Your Pets Health Regime TickAll the Boxes?

10 Ask Josie

11 Ankle Biters Club

As winter approaches, perhaps it is time to start preparing yourslithery friend for the change in weather - Leigh Fraser-Grayinvestigates winter snake care at the Cairns Wildlife Dome.

The RSPCAs annual Million Paws Walk takes place againnationwide. We give you details as to when it takes place andhow you can take part.

With the RSPCAs major fundraiser taking place this month, wehonour a pooch that has thrived despite a shaky start in life, allthanks to the RSPCA Pet Adoption Program. Katy McKay tells all.\

Exercise is a vital part of responsible dog ownership. RachelPopp reports on things to consider when exercising your poochand how to avoid injury to your best mate.

With tick season upon us again, Vet, Vanessa Rhodes, reminds usof signs that your pet may have a tick and what preventionmethods are available.

Our resident Vet Nurse, Josie Shaw, answers questions frombewildered pet owners.

Kids, meet Joe Pug, and enjoy his puzzles, drawings, photos andcompetitions each edition.

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5 Pet Fish

7 Top 10 Reasons to Adopt a RescueDog

9 Cats Hot Topics

Editors: Leigh Fraser-Gray and Katy McKay

Photography: Paul Walden - [email protected] Writers: Vanessa Rhodes, Rachel Popp, Josie ShawAdvertising and Sales Manager: [email protected] Manager: [email protected] Enquires: [email protected], Stories, Contributions: [email protected] Subscriptions: [email protected]: LOTSA - [email protected]

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Katy, Cairns

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L. Fraser-Gray, research& articleP.Walden, Photography

Herpetology n. The Branch of

Zoology that deals with Reptiles andAmphibians [Greek herpeton, reptile(fromherpein,to creep).

This HerpetologicalKeeper at CairnsWildlife Dome, can recall his interestin allthatslithered, creptandcrawledfrom the tender age of five or six.Raised in rural Victoria, Phil's Motheragreed to accept his first snake intothe house... a decade later. Agedclose to sixteen, Phil presented a 6month old, juvenile slip of a boa

constrictor, measuringabout30cm in lengthand a finger'sbreadth indiameter. A cheeky grin appears as he says how those initial fragileproportions helpedseal the tentativedeal. Oh, just a tiny wee slip of asnake. Wheres the harm in that? Fast forward twelve years laterhowever and dear snake had grown to an impressive 11 and a halffeet (close to four metres in metric) and weighed in at 8KG. Thisparticular snake sadly died of an unusual injury at the age of twelve,whereas Phil cautions,the average lifespanof a captive snakecan be25years.

The way Phil tells

it, not much could have dissuaded him from owning snakes andvarious creepy crawlies. He just knew they were for him, even as a

youngster. As pets go,Phil argues snake-keeping canassist with thedevelopment of responsibility around pet and animal care. That is,there exists a wider margin for a lapse in acute maintenance. Snakeenclosures need infrequent cleaning as faecal deposits occur afterfeeding... and feeds can occur weeks, sometimes months, apart. Ofcourse, a budding herpetologist must be willing andable to replicatetheir snake's natural habitat in their enclosure which caters for theirspecific exothermic needs. Snakes derive their energy from externalsources such as heat and light. Each snake - depending on theirregion of origin - has slightly different environmental needs. Forexample, a longer, horizontal, rectangular shaped enclosure wouldbetter suit a ground dwelling snake; a high and vertical shapedenclosure would better house a slithery tree dweller. Philrecommends the adoption of the herpetologist's motto 'Know Thy

Snake' through an initial heavy and protracted investment inRESEARCH. A licence is also required (see below for more info).Teenagesnake ownersneedGuardian approval.

There is

actually no one rule that fits all for snakes... one snake is not as goodas another. There is some variation in breed needs and that is whyinitial and on-going research, knowledge development and supportare VITAL when keeping snakes and reptiles. A captive snakedepends on its owner to provide an adequate false habitat that bestmeets its specific biological needs. Generally speaking however,most snakes require a 'cooling off period' even in our tropicalsurrounds. The heat lamp is turned OFF, food intake is either greatly

reduced or ceasesand thesnakewill enter a state of semi-dormancy,or partial hibernation. This period can last for weeks up to monthsdepending on the particular type of snake. This protracted 'downtime' helps a snake to remain healthy. In some cases, longevity maybethreatenedshouldthe snakenotbe affordedsome 'coolingoff'.

The requirements to owning a pet reptile in

Queensland:-

http://www.epa.qld.gov.au

1. One recreational Wildlife Licence SEE:

2. One record book from the EnvironmentalProtection Agency.

3. Minimum age of the Licence holder:- Must be over 13 years of age. Must have a parent or guardian's approval for

children between 13 and 18 years.

4. No previous knowledge or experience required.

5. No tests or appraisals required to gain theLicence.

PETMAG FNQknows there is a strong herpetological following inCairns and surrounds. We welcome your feedback andcontributions. We also extend a HUGE thank you to Phil and thestaffatCairnsWildLife Domefortheirgreatsupport. Katy & Leigh.

Phil Barber Background

Snakes as Pets Vital Information

Know Your Snake General Winter Care

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ADAPTED FROM: http://www.firsttankguide.net/introduce.php

Love your Swish Fish? Send pictures and your stories to:[email protected]

So.... you have bought your NEW fish? Congratulations! There areseveral steps that you can take to help ensure a healthy transition toyourfishtank...

When you get home with the fish, put the plastic bag

holding the fish in your tank and let it float unopened for fifteen totwenty minutes;

Now is a good time re-arrange the

'decorations' in your tank. Moving thingsaroundwill help to break uptheterritories of fish youalready have,which will result in less fighting

as the new swishy fishies try to find their place in their new aquaticplayground;

After an initial 20 minutes of floating, the water

temperature shouldhave stabilised andyour fish hasacclimatisedtothe the new tank's temperature. You are now ready for the next step.DO NOT MIX THE WATER FROM THE STORE INTO YOUR TANK.Carefully open the bag and scoop anequal amount of water from thetankintothebag ( use a clean cup)resulting in twice asmuch water inthe bag. Let the bag float in the tank for another fifteen to twenty

minutes. You will probably need to close the hood on an edge of thebag tokeepit from spilling itscontentsinto thetank;

After the bag has been fully rested

(30 - 40minutes in total)and yourfishare reallyanxious toget out of itinto the tank, you are ready to release them. Carefully net the fish out

of the bag one at a time and place them gently into the water of youraquarium. Prevent the bag water from getting into your tank. Thisensures any nasties contained in the water stay behind in the bag &donotcometo livein yourtank withyournewfish;

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PET OF THE MONTH

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KatyMcKay, ResearchandArticle.PaulWalden,Photography

NAME:BREED:COLOUR:

MissyAustralianKelpie/BreedUnknown

Blackwithwhite

It was alleged that Missy was owned by a fisherman. When in

port,Missys ownerwould leaveheraloneon hisboat fordays.She wouldbe left with nofood and limited water supply. Missy, who was just a young pup, would be abandonedand left starving. Fortunately forMissy, neighbouring boat owners took pity on herandwould give her morsels of food enabling her to survive. Eventually, Missys ownersurrendered her to the RSPCA - anact thatprobablysaved her life, by the veryman whohadneglectedherfor somanymonths.

In 2007,at approximately 1 year of age, Missys life turnedaround. She wasadopted byhercurrent ownerDina. Dina recalls, it wasMissys beautifuleyes that drew herin andithas been love at first sight ever since. Missy has turned out to be a wonderfulcompanion to Dina, rarely leaving her side, and Missy has become a great watchdog.In fact, Dina has had to put a bell on Missys collar as once too often she has crept upbehind Dina, causing her to trip over! Missy is a kind and loving girl, who hasnt a nastystreak in her body (unless you are a little white fluffy dog Missys only vice!) Dinastrongly believes that if you love your dog, it will love you back and when seeing thispair together, it isobvious that sheis right!

Here are a fewmorepersonaldetailsaboutour petof themonth:

Missy is affectionately known as `The Queen of theEsplanade. You will seeher takingherdailystrollnearlyevery day andcan guaranteehertailwill beheld high andwagging. Missyknowstheesplanade like thebackof herpaw! Missy talks a LOT! This is something the PETMAG crew have experienced firsthand. Once Missy decides she wants a chat, nothing will

stop her! - well,nothing shortofa fewtreats anyway (she hasit allworkedout!) FINALLY...Missywasthisyears`MissJanuary in theCairnsRSPCAFriendsof GroupCalendar! Way togoMissy strutyour fur!

BACKGROUND:

INTERESTINGFACTS:

A Canine Fairy Tail: Rescue Dog tothe Canine `Queen of the Esplanade

Today marks the 16th anniversary of the RSPCA's largest, annualfundraising event, the RSPCA Million Paws Walk 2010. Last year, inQueensland alone, this fundraising event raised in excess of $120,000.This year, nationally, the RSPCA aims to break the Million Dollar andMillion Paws barrier. Two and four legged participation along with hardearned fundraising dollars could help make this impressive achievementa reality. The Million Paws walk continues to be a favourite outdoor eventfor Cairns' animal lovers and their furry friends. So after your stroll enjoythe great entertainment, food and drink, exhibitors stalls and animaldemonstrations.

Feline fur babies need not fret! The fun and interactive virtual world that isMillion Purrs ensures that Puss is involved in fundraising too (SEE:

https://millionpurrs.com.au). Million Purrs runs from February until theend ofMay 2010, soyou still havetimeto purr-ticipate!

Get Up, Get Moving & Join the Dash:RSPCA Million Paws Walk 2010,Cairns Esplanade

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When buying a dog or searching for your special furry kid, (or anypet, for that matter) those of the RESCUE variety may be worthserious consideration. There are MANY potential benefits toadoptingan adultdoginto your pack:

Yes, puppies are cute, really really cute, but the work thatcomes with one is exhausting and intensive. Adult dogs areready to roll (walk / run / rideetc).

Most rescue dogs have been in a holding or foster situationso their habits are well known. Some may have their ownquirkyhabits, butwithproper training,some patience andthedevotion ofa lovingnew family, most will settle in well.

Most dogs re-bond very quickly. Dogs have strong packinstincts and most breeds re-home very quickly with greatresults.

Rescuedogsare oftenenthusiastic, and veryhappy tohaveahome... noone likes being in limbo:a Forever Homeis Best.

Dogs available for adoption through shelters and dog rescueorganisations are de-sexed, if at the appropriate age. Letsface it; we dont need more animals in our alreadyovercrowdedshelters.

Often this comes as part of the complimentary package of are-homeddog - Kindof your reward for a gooddeed.

In some cases you will save your dog from being euthanizedand give thema secondchancetohavea GREAT life.

Often re-homed dogs are toilet ready and know how to keeptheir toileting outside.

There exists pet freight and transport companies so you are

not restricted to finding a dog in your local area. Potentialownerscanview many dogs to choosefrom onlinenowadaysandrescuea pooch from interstate.

For all the breed snobs out there (thats what Katy callsherself despite the fact she cares for all creatures great andsmall) many breed specific organisations have rescueprograms which rely on public donations to survive. Hereyou can purchase a pedigree dog that needs a new home.

After all, its not just the cross breeds of the world who findhardship in life.

Here in Far North Queensland we have several animal refuges.When buying an animal from a shelter, you often support thatcause and organisation, helping them to cover their hugeexpenses. The RSPCA shelters of Queensland receivegovernment funding, however even that is extremely limited.Give an animal in need a fresh start in life and support thoseorganisations that spend hours caringfor them. Seethe list belowforour local refuges:

YAPS http://www.yaps.org.au/dogsx.html / RSPCA http://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adoptions/ PAWS AND CLAWS

http://www.pawsandclaws.org.au/LostDogs.htm INNISFAIL ANIMAL REFUGE

http://users.qld.chariot.net.au/~sanjo/index.html

Good luck to the pets out there looking for their Forever Homes...yournew owner may beontheir way!

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Bypass the puppy stage.

Temperament -tested/assessed.

Friends forever!

Theyll love you LOTS!

Nobreeding here!

Wormed, tick & flea free, &vaccinated.

Save a life!

No house training (mostly!)

Dogs CAN fly!

AND FINALLY...

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PET HEALTH

RachelPopp,Cert IVVetNurs,Article

Providing regular exercise for your dog is a vital part of

responsible pet ownership. Dogs need to get exercise tocomplete their healthy mind-body life structure. Properexercise will improve joint and bone health, as well as heartand lung function. These health improvements are in additionto the obvious reduction ofobesity, which isa hugeproblem inour dog population today. Of course, it isnt just the dog thatwill benefit from regular exercise. You are also creating ahealthier lifestylefor yourselfbywalking your dog!

In Cairns, the climate plays a large role in determining whenwe exercise our pets. It is important that dogs are notexercised during the heat of the day. It is best to plan your

walks for early mornings, or late in the evening when theweather is cooler. The canine body does not have as efficientcooling systems as that of us human beings. Certain breeds,such as the Pug, Pekingese and Boxer are particularly proneto overheating, which can result in respiratory distress andultimately death! On a hot day, it is a good practice to hoseyour dog down before and after exercise to reduce thelikelihood ofheat stress.

Swimming is a very effectiveform of exercisewhich most dogsenjoy. It is important to understand though, that not all dogsinstinctively know how to swim. Bulldogs, Dachshunds andBassett Hounds are just some breeds that may need to betaught how to take that first doggy paddle! Pet specifichydrotherapy pools are great for general fitness, especiallywhen rehabilitating from injury. A 15 minute swim in ahydrotherapy pool is the equivalent toa 1 hourwalk.

A simple daily walk will do wonders for your dogs mentalstimulation. A dog that receives a sufficient amount of dailyexercise will be calmer and more relaxed. Regular exercisereduces issues such as anxiety, destructive behaviours andproblem barking. Enrichment, through the form of a

neighbourhood walk can do wonders for your poochsdemeanor. Beingexposed to a variety of smells, meeting newpeople, having the opportunity to play with other dogs andexperiencing new environments, all contribute to theformationof a happy well adjusteddog.

It is important however, that we do take precautionswhen exercising our dogs and moderation is the key.

Games such as ball throwing and retrieving can begreat fun and stimulating for your dog. However, it isimportant when playing these games that weremember to keep the throws low to the ground,avoiding the dogs need to do whopping jumps whichmay result in an awkward landing. Dogs, like theirowners can suffer from over-exertion. Duration andintensity of exercise will often be influenced by breed,age andthe fitness level ofyourdog. Itmay bea goodidea to seek veterinary advice prior to commencingyour dog on a new Doggy Boot Camp Regime, toensurethey are in tip topcondition.

Overall, fitness and exercise are an essential andenjoyable part of dog ownership. If you find it difficultto cater to your best friends needs, there are manygreat local services in the Cairns local area that maybeabletolendahand.

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PET HEALTH

Vanessa RhodesBVSc.,Article

COMMON SYMPTOMSOFPARALYSISTICKPRESENCE:

Ticks are huge health concern for our pets in Far North Queenslandespecially during the months . This is theparalysis tick's preferred breeding time and, consequentially, the

busiest time for Vets to treat nasty Tick infestations. Tick caseshowever do occur in our tropical climate ALL year round. Whilst thebrown dog tick and bush tick can cause ill health and spread bloodborn disease, by far, the most concerning problem is the

. This grey coloured parasite often hitches a ride into ourbackyards and parks on the back of bandicoots and other smallwandering marsupials. From there it can latch on-boardourfour leggedcanine friends.NOTGOOD!

The ticks burrow into the dogs skin from where itsucks blood and expands to about the size of asmall fingernail. As it reaches full size the tickinjects a strong poison into the dogs blood. Thepoison circulates and causes a progressive

ascending paralysis syndrome involvingweakness and then paralysis of theback legs.Thiseventually spreads to the respiratory or heartmuscles. If left untreated, this can be fatal.

Hindlegweakness,wobbliness inability tostand Vomiting,retching orgagging Poorappetite ordifficultyeating Panting Lethargy Dilated pupils

It is most important that if you find these signs in your pet that youseek veterinary advice as the paralysis can be rapidlyprogressive.

Ifperforminga tick searchon your dogmakesure tosearchthe wholeof the dog including around his bottom, feet and ear. If a tick is foundremovethe whole thingfrom asclose to theskinaspossibleandput itin a plastic jar or container so it can be identified by the vet. This canbe difficult with animals with thick coats. VETS may opt to shave the

dogto check forticks.

Whilst ticks are a nasty co-habitant of our region there are manythings you can do to prevent your dogs getting sick. The bestprevention isa product called which isa spot-on ointmentapplied to the skin of the dogs neck every 14 days which gets

absorbed into the blood stream and kills ticks asthey latch on. It is but very effectiveprevention for dogs and also works well atcontrolling thepesky flea.

Other tick prevention regimesarelisted belowbutitis important to note than nothing is 100% foolproofso daily tick checks and monitoring of your dogs is

imperative. Also, ask your vet for informationregarding pet insurance as many companies willcover dogs for the cost of treating paralysis ticksyndromewhichis oftenvery expensive.

Tick collars - need to be changed monthly and the producttends to work only around the collar rather than protecting thewhole dog

Tick and flea shampoos - only last on the coat a maximum of 3dayssoneed tobeused very regularly

Permoxin rinse - must be used at least once a week at thecorrect dose andideallyin combinationwith a collar

Proban tablets - cheap but require regular tabletting and lesseffectivethan Advantix

Frontline spray - used every 3 weeks is the

May through to January

ParalysisTick

Vettreatment is vital!

urgent

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toxic to cats

only productsuitableforcats

PROOUTDOORS

PROINDOORS

MIDDLEOFTHE ROADVIEW

Freshairandsunshine isa GREAT thingforthe average feline; Cats deprived of 'natural' ways to exercise predatory, huntinginstinctscan vent frustrationson your houseand/orYOU;

Theyardistheleastexpensive ; Cleaning up less fur and mess, means more time for cuddles and

playtime; An exercised and mentally stimulated cat is a HAPPY and healthy

cat.

SAFEST andlowest RISK option in terms of protecting thecatfromhealthhazardsandharm.Mayleadto a longer life span;

Can easily simulate sources of stimulation found (ieoutside)without goingtogreatcost;

Cats indoors bestprotects thenative wild life; Providespeaceof mind- you knowwhere Pussand Sox are during

thedayandnight; Scratching posts are all that is needed to protect furniture from

bored claws!.

Responsible cat ownership can begenerally defined as: ensuring your(average domestic) cat is desexed, freefromparasites, hasaccess to appropriatefoods and fresh water and can enter andexit a well ventilated outdoor areacontaining natural sunlight. I t isrecommended in some cat circles thatthe outdoor area be contained andenclosed allowing the native wildlife tolive free from a cat's predatory nature.This of course also fully protects your beloved Puss from anypotential hazzards and forms of harm. It is also suggested that yourcatwill find means andways of expressing their particularpreference

foroutside or inside environments.

litter box

in the wild

What do YOU think? Send us your pictures and stories:[email protected]

Nativewildlife concerns or queries? CALL FNQWild Life Rescue(07)4053 4467 SEE: http://www.fnqwildliferescue.org.au/

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PET QUESTIONS

Welcome to Josie our resident VetNurse who is here to answer allyour weird and wonderful petqueries.

My 4 year old Staffy, Bob,always seems to stink! We bathhim regularly and he smells okayfor a day or so, but then the smellcomes back. Should we bath him more often, or is theresomethingelse wecando?

Phil, dogs can be bathed once a week. Unless you have a

bad flea problem, or a medical problem, I would notrecommend bathing Bob more than that. Too much bathingcan strip yourdogs coat ofnaturaloils. What typeofshampoo

do you use? It is not recommended to use human shampooon dogs. It is tempting as it makes them smell wonderful, butthe PHof a dogs skinis different toours and itcancause moreproblems. If Bob remains smelly, a vet check may be in order.A skin condition suchas mites can cause our dog to smell badconstantly and a problem like this needs attending to forattention.

I have a Sulphur Crested Cockatoo named Barney. Do I

needto wormmycockatoo and ifsohow often?

Jim, all birds need to be wormed, just like our dogs andcats. This is especially true if your bird is situated where wildbirds can get to its cage. Wild birds will bring in worms viafaecal droppings and your bird could become crosscontaminated. I suggest that your bird should be wormedevery 3 months. There are several good products on themarket for worming birds. I recommend a liquid that you mixwith their drinking water. You replace their normal water dishwith the wormer mixed with water for 24 hours. Theseproductscan bepurchasedatany pet shoporVET clinic.

I have a 5 month old Ragdoll kitten called Claudia. I am

wondering, docatsneed to bebathed?

Hi Megan! It is a good idea to bath your cat. Most cats do

not like to bebathed so getting them use to it from a very earlyage isa good idea. Theycan bebathed weeklyor fortnightly. Itis really important that whenyou are purchasinga shampoo orrinse for your cat that you check the label and ensure theproduct is cat friendly. There are some washes that are not foruse with cats and can actually result in death. Please read thelabels carefully. If the reason for bathing your cat is fleas andyourcat doesnot like to bebathed, then there are fleaand tick

products available that do not require bathing. Spot ontreatments placed between the shoulder blades of the cat areusually very good at hinderingtheflea breedingcycle.

Phil,Edmonton.

Jim, Gordonvale.

Megan, Kanimbla.

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To get your questions anwered by Josie send youremailto: [email protected]

In 2009 Cairns Post Readers voted as the BESTcoffee in Cairns. This is quite an achievement when you

consider thenumberandqualityof coffeeoutlets and talentedbaristas in the city. Billy and wifeSokara,have a loyal followingof coffee connoisseurs that visit them at on SheridanStreet, or at Rustys Market on weekends. Both venuesprovide a uniquecoffee experience.

If you havenever enjoyed a at Rustys,you must!Sit back with your coffee, read the weekend newspaper andenjoy thebuzz of theearly morning market rush. Alternatively,come on down and visit the (yes you heardright!) - . The open plan venue is an Art Gallery forlocal artists who share thevenue with Billys Coffee. The dcorissimple, yet comfortable and you can enjoy the best coffee in

Cairns while sitting on a cushioned crate with your best mate!The Gallery is always changing with the talents of local artistsand the atmosphere created by Billy and Sokara alwayswarmand friendly andready tochat.

So if you love your morning walk with your dog and love greatcoffee, head down town and double the pleasure at

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PET ANKLE BITERS

WithJoe Pug

Hey Kids... I'm Joe Pug. When I am

not terrorising my Human Familyor defending my 'Naughtiest PugEver' title, I hound this section ofPETMAG FNQ. Come join meevery edition for fun & puzzles,

jokes & competitions. Send us your pet pictures, drawingsand stories: [email protected] (with the help of yourparents,ofcourse

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What is DRY on the outside; filled with WATER; andBLOWS up buildings?

A FISH TANK!

What bird is with you at every meal?A swallow!

Which fish is most MUSICAL?

The Tune-A-Fish!

What bird is always out of breath?

A puffin!

There were two snakes talking. "

". SidneySnake says Cecil replies:

A old snake goes to see his Doctor. . The Doc fixes him up

with a pair of glasses and tells him to return in 2 weeks. Thesnake comes back in 2 weeks and tells the doctor hes verydepressed. Doc says,

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What kind of snake is good at math?

An adder.

What do you do if you find a black mamba in your toilet?Wait until hes finished.

What do you get if you cross a snake and a Lego set?A boa constructor!

Sidney, are we the type ofsnakes that wrap ourselves around our prey and squeeze andcrush until theyre dead, or are we the type of snake thatambush our prey and bite them and poison them?

Cecil, why do you ask? I just bit my lip!

Doc, I need something formy eyescant see well these days

Whats the problemdidnt theglasses help you? The glasses are fine doc, I just discovered

Ive been living with a water hose the past 2 years!

Disclaimer: The articles contained in this magazine are for information and entertainment purposes only. They are not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, or to beconsidered reliablefor diagnosis and/or treatmentpurposes.Always seekthe advice of a qualifiedveterinarianif yoususpectyour petmay besufferingfroma medical condition.No part of this magazine maybe reproduced or copiedwithoutthe permission of theeditors. While every effortis made to ensure information containedwithin this magazine iscorrect,PETMAGcannotaccept responsibility forany errors,oromissions.

Ankle BitersClub

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