Komoka Kilworth Delaware Villager September 2024

Turner Drug Store: not your big chain pharmacy Jason Rip by J. Bruce Parker

Earth Day Old South Clean-up “We had a great crew this year,” reported Margaret Hopkins. “We did Charles Hunt Park and the Green as well as Wortley Road (lots of cigarette butts). Hoag and Jeff of Old South Village Pub provided FREE pancakes and sausages to the team who included: Noelle Hack, Vitalii, Mariia, Nikita, Valeiia Niemtev, Illia Bilianskyi, Eric Shepperd, Donald Phillips, Nicole Phillips, Malachy Elliott, Dan Ebbs, Brent Crowther, Dorisdey Celarie, Gwen Shugar, Amy Shugar, Theresa Morrissey, Erin, Nolan and Nathan Ross, Maya Rastogi, Anne Rastogi, Scott Johnson, Peter Hopkins, William Hopkins, Kendal Hopkins, Hailey Armstrong, Maguire Morning and myself.” Thanks to all for your time and effort.

Your Local Furry Friends Your Local Furry Friends would love to showcase all the lovely local pets in the area. To have your pet featured in the magazine, please send an email to tami@villagerpublications.com with a photo and a brief description of your furry family friend. An independent pharmacy that specializes in complementary therapy options and operates with a knowledge-based approach to combine Western prescriptions and Eastern natural remedies, Turner Drug Store, now in it’s 85th year at the corner of Grand Ave. and Carfrae Cres., is not your big chain pharamacy.

children and other animals. Daily socialization such as petting, brushing and even hand feeding, can help to foster a positive relationship. 3 However, rabbits are fragile and can become stressed when lifted or placed on their backs. When picking up a rabbit it is imperative to support both their front end and their hindquarters quietly and calmly. Inappropriate handling can result in serious and potentially life-threatening injuries. 1-3 Thinking of jumping into rabbit ownership but want to learn more? Visit the People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) for valuable pet help and advice. Article sources: 1. American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA, 2024). Selecting a Rabbit. www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/ selecting-pet-rabbit 2. Mayer, J. (2021). Overview of Rabbits. Merck Veterinary Manual. www.merckvetmanual.com/exotic-and-laboratory-animals/rabbits 3. People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA, 2024). Rabbits. www.pdsa.org.uk/pet-help-and-advice/looking-after-your-pet/rabbits We have everything you need to Spring Forward into Summer! BBQs • Lawn Mowers & Garden Tools • Lots more Ready for Summer Outdoor Living BBQs, Lawn Chairs, Patio, Lots More Meet Pearl… Pearl is a loving three-year-old Chocolate Lab. She works at Delaware Tirecraft from Monday to Thursday, and she is known as the BEST customer service representative in town. With a wagging tail and a smiling face, Pearl loves everyone she meets! Fur parent: Jamie Fisher, owner of Delaware Tirecraft Ltd. The store offers a wide variety of herbal, vitamin, and natural remedies not commonly found in large chain outlets, as well as all the prescription medications that are. Some of Darren’s favourite products available at Turners are: Darren Dasovich purchased the business in 2021 when long- time owner Jeff Robb retired. Darren maintains the charm of the old style, community-involved drug store that prioritizes customer care, while continuing to be forward thinking and innovative with regards to technology and treatment advancements. Tuckey

Introducing Levi, he is a six-year-old fur-ocious foodie with an appetite for mischief. He has been caught red-pawed breaking in through cat doors to complete stealthy snack raids on our neighbours. When he’s not plotting his next food heist, you might see him prowling rooftops, or hear him serenading the neighbourhood with his meow-velous tunes. Fur parent: Kate Van Kessel.

All About Rabbits by Chantalle Christos, MSc CAB RVT

thecompanioncode@gmail.com This month, we are all ears for pet rabbits! Rabbits can be wonderful family pets due to their social, affectionate and playful nature. Kept indoors and outdoors, rabbits can be litter-trained to prevent those unwanted messes. With a healthy diet, good environmental enrichment and veterinary care rabbits can live upwards of five to 15 years. 1 Before welcoming any pet to your home, it is important to understand husbandry practices, safe housing guidelines, and dietary requirements. Rabbits are small herbivores and have specific dietary needs. 2 Pelleted diets alone may not be sufficient as rabbits can become deficient in essential vitamins and are at an increased risk for obesity in captivity. 1,2 Unsure if you are feeding an appropriate diet to your rabbit? Consult your veterinarian for nutritional support. Rabbits require early handling and socialization to be comfortable around people. 1 This is particularly important in households with

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