Pets
Cats and dogs have been an integral part of our lives since the beginning of time. In war and in peace, in literature and folklore they have been there. They have worked for us, they have given us unconditional love and companionship.
Their role during the dark days of Covid has been enormous, and critical, for so many of us. when the isolation of restrictions was crushing. They ask for so little from us, and yet we owe them so much. They were there for us.
Are you a senior needing help looking after your dog? Elderdog Canada can help!
Dedicated to helping older adults and their dogs remain a family, volunteers with ElderDog Canada, a national non-profit organization with a chapter in Nanaimo, provide assistance with:
- Dog walking
- Transportation to vet appointments & groomers
- Picking up dog food
- Minor grooming and hygiene
- Temporary care during hospitalization/rehoming
Products and Services for our Pets
Pet Shops
Paws
200 Cook St Suite 111
Victoria, BC
250-888-9399
Bosley’s
#103 – 3000 Drinkwater Road,
Duncan, BC
250-701-0189
Veterinary Services
Applecross Veterinary Hospital
51 Applecross Road,
Nanaimo, BC
250-390-2391
Bellevue Veterinary Hospital
Box 336 – 1016 Bellevue Road
Parksville, BC
250-248-2031
Mid-Isle Veterinary Hospital
#5 – 161 Fern Road West,
Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 2K1
250-752-8969
Website
Location
Groomers
Deb’s Dog Grooming
7226 McKenzie Rd,
Port Alberni, BC
250-724-2466
Thoughtful Paws Grooming
3030 Kilpatrick Ave Unit 211,
Courtenay, BC
250-334-2888
Boarding Kennels
Black Creek Boarding Kennels
8486 N Island Hwy,
Black Creek, BC
250-337-8157
Kalmar Cat Hotel
748 Kalmar Rd,
Campbell River, BC
250-926-0195
ARTICLES
We have a large, growing volume of helpful articles about pet care, pet health and more. Have a look at our catalogue.
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Six Homemade Halloween Treats You Can Make in Just One Day
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Hospital Auxiliaries Vital Partners in Health Care Funding in B.C.
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Wool in Medicine: From the Dark Ages to Modern Clinical Science
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The Mastery of the Blackberry
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