News from Village Critter Outfitter

October, 2011

The Village Barker

An E-Newsletter from your friends at Village Critter Outfitter

In This Issue

The Great Halloween Photo Shoot

Photo Submissions

Senior Dog Wellness

National Adopt A Dog Month

Quick Links

Our Sponsors

The Great Halloween

Photo Shoot Is

ALMOST HERE!

WHEN: Sunday October 16th
TIME: 11am to 2pm
COST: FREE (donations accepted for local shelter)

Prizes awarded for best photo and winner will be in the new VCO 2012 calendar. (online voting details TBD)
*All participants receive 15% off any Halloween products*

Calling all Pet Photos For Our VCO 2012 Calendar

calendar

Village Critter Outfitter will be creating a calendar featuring our favorite four legged fans.

Email us your best photos so we can include them in the calendar.

Include your pet's name and a brief Bio.

Senior Dog Wellness Tips

From Dr. Alvarez

Design an exercise regimen which allows your senior-acting pet to get shorter but more frequent activity
Beware of medications your older pets take and ask about possible side effects.
Give your pet some healthy support. Supplements that likely benefit all aging systems are fish oil, digestive enzymes and probiotics (good bacteria), a good multi-vitamin and anti-oxidant, and water

For the complete article click HERE.

National Adopt A Dog Month

What Can An Adopted Dog Bring To Your Life?

There are as many responses to that question as there are dogs in this world! That's why -- during American Humane Association's Adopt-A-Dog Month celebration in October.

If you can answer any of the following questions with a resounding YES, then check out your local shelter for that special friend!

Stop in to see our beautiful selection of Fall Collars and Beds.

Have you picked out a Halloween costume, collar or ruff for your furry friend? How about a colorful toy to match the Fall festivities?

Local Adoption Organizations:
CT Save A Dog A Day: 203.612.0089
Strays and Others: 203-966-6556
PAWS of Norwalk: 203-750-9572

Save the Dates:
October 16th: Village Critter Halloween Photo Shoot
October 30th: New Canaan Halloween Parade (pets too)

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Sincerely, Your Friends at Village Critter Outfitter

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