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Hello,

Welcome to the latest edition of 'Paws for a Moment'.

The local A&P shows are just around the corner, beginning with Amuri on 2nd March. These are a great day out with activities for all the family, we definitely recommend you attend. Make sure to visit the North Canterbury Veterinary Clinics marquee at each of these shows (Amuri, Cheviot and Hawarden) and see what we have on offer.

We've certainly had a hot summer so far. Remember it is not just us but also our pets that can find this extremely uncomfortable. There are a number of things you can do to help them including:
- Exercising them in the cooler parts of the day
- Add ice cubes to their water dish
- Never leave them unattended in a vehicle
- Provide plenty of shade
- Freezing their food before giving it to them

Let's hope that Cyclone Oma can provide some heat relief and welcome rain this weekend.

Thank you from the Team at North Canterbury Vets.

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Winners

Congratulations to our winners of our recent competitions:

Winners of the Bravecto Barkers Hamper competition:
Amberley: Liz & Bill Evans
Culverden:  Hagan Kocksch
Waikari: Tim and Sarah Glasson
Cheviot: Michael Voumard

Winners of the Black Hawk Fitbark competition:
Amberley: Anthony & Emily Barton
Culverden: Scott Anderson
Waikari: Donna Gaskell 
Cheviot: Amanda & Chris Jefferies

Nutrition for your dog and cat

Have you ever wondered what is the 'right' food for your cat or dog? What percentage of protein should it contain? How old should they be when you stop feeding them puppy or kitten food? Should you feed your dog bones? Does your dog have an allergy?

All and more of these questions are answered in the article below by Ebeneze Spamers, a vet in our Amberley Clinic.

Nutrition for your pet

For many years “Tux biscuits and dog roll” has been the go-to diet for Pet owners across New Zealand but in the last few decades animal nutrition science has come a long way.  

Dogs and cats require nourishment from the same essential nutrient groups as humans namely; protein, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and most importantly fresh water.  However, the ratios at which these different nutrients are needed by different species and even different breeds within a species differ greatly.  

Every pet is as unique as a fingerprint and will require a diet that is suited to their individual needs. A Huntaway in full work will require a much different diet than the little chihuahua that graces your lap.  

Click on the link below to read more

WIN WIN WIN!

We've got 4 of these Barkers Hampers to giveaway.

We are giving away 2 on our Facebook page, to enter simply tag in a friend. Click on the link below to enter. We're only running this for one week so enter before it's too late!

Also if you purchase Bravecto from one of our 4 clinics before the end of March you will go in the draw to win one of the other 2 Barkers hampers.

Seresto Flea & Tick Collar - $10 off!

Until 31st March when you purchase a Dog or Cat Seresto Collar you will get $10 off. 

These collars will protect your pet for 8 months against Fleas & Ticks!

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From all of the team at NCVC

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