vel opportunities offered to seniors NORTH SHORE Neighbour- hood House his a line-up of spr- ing bus trips for seniors. On Thursday, April 7, 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., participants will visit the Skagit Valley Tulip Fes- tival. This trip includes # salmon barbecue anda cruise of the _ Swinomish Cana} aboard the 58- ‘foot Viking Star.:Fee. for the trip is $39. - a, é On Friday, May ‘13, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., the trip will be to Harrison Hot Springs and Minter Gardens. Participants can enjoy the beautiful lakeshore of Har- rison as well as browse ia the town’s shops. The fee is $16.50 which includes admission to Minter Gardens. Gn Thursday, Juse 9, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., participants can visit the quaint Vancouver Island town of Chemainus with {ts wall murals and shops. Fee is $17. Participants who are interested in attending any of these bus trips are asked to purchase a North Shore Neighbourhood House membership. The yearty fee is $2.50 for adults 55 years and older. Due to the popularity of these trips pre-registration is required. This can be done by dropping in to the neighborhood house, 225 E. 2nd St., North Vancouver, or by phoning 987-8138 If paying by Visa or Mastercard, : Think nutrition when feeding pets ONE OF the most frequently ask- ed question for any veterinarian is “what should | feed my pet.’’ Veterinarians and consumers are overwhelmed with all sorts of in- formation that often comes from pet food companies, all claiming their products to be the best, more superior, more digestible, more palatable, creates lower stool vol- ume, and so on; but the answer to that question is really more com- plicated. There are two cardinal points in feeding any pet, says the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association: © Like humans, each animal is different with different likes and dislikes. What may work for many pets may not work for yours. This doesn’t mean that the food is not good — just that your pet does not happen to like it. ® Watch your pet. One of the best ways to find out if a pet is do- ing well on his/her diet is to observe the growth rate, the animal’s coat, eyes, and energy level. A properly fed pet should not be fatigued and restless. Answers to common questions On pet nutrition: Prize Best Photography Most Humourous Winning Pots K. Keamy Harry Foster © How often should I feed my pet? If you are using free choice or food is available to your pet at all times, you should consider a maintenance type pet food. Some pets overeat and may become obese. * How much exercise should my pet get? Daily exercise is important to most pets, even cats. Exercise is one of the factors in helping to prevent lower urinary tract disease (in cats) which is a blockage of the urinary tract. It also helps keep muscles fit and helps to control the development or onset of obesity. © How much water should | leave out for my pet? Clean water should be available at all times. Water is frequently the missing nutrient in’ many pet’s diets, especially with cats. There is a body of opinion which says that lack of availability of water may be a factor in the development of lower urinary.tract disease in cats. ¢ Should I feed my pet table scraps? Veterinarians and nutri- tionists agree that regular feeding of table scraps to pets can lead to bad eating habits, overweight pets, and does not provide a balanced photo contest winners: People & their pets Doreen McDonald Easter Specials, extended till March 30 Wayne Miss Mew 4O Ibs. Bite or Chunk 6 oz. can $9.88 case spqss 2/84° Introducing Martin Feed for dogs 20 kg bag &kg $13.99 $ 6.49 also: Bulk foods for dogs, cats & birds “Your pel expert for 20 years — competitive prices & friendly staff” Bosley's” PET FOOD MART Open 7 Days 133 E. 14th, N-V. 984-7133 their pets out of love. Unfortunately, some treats are not in your pets’ best interest because of their nutritionally im- balanced nature. Many table scraps are rich in fat which may promote obesity, which contributes to heart disease, kidney disease, discomfort, and a shorter life for your pet. Feeding a nutritionally balanced pet food on a daily basis, and pro- per exercise will help to keep your pet healthy and active...so do your pet a favor and scrape the dinner leftovers into the garbage can. PEACH FACE BABY LeVE BIRD VERY LIMITED QUANTITIES! YOUNG SINGING CANARY 1 - friday, March 25, 198% North Shore News See The Spirit Sings AN EXTRAORDINARY exhibition of Indian and Inuit artifacts was collected for the [988 Olympie Arts Festival in conjunction with the re- cent Winter Olympics. Assembled from collectors around the world by the Glenbow Museum of Calpary, the exhibition, entitled The Spirit Stags. has gen. ated so much interest it has been held over until Mas 1. North Shore Continuing Education is offering North Shore residents an opportunity to view this unique collection by taking a group ona two-day trip to Calgary. Cost is $377, Alan McMillan, anthropologist, author and instructor at Douglas Col- lege and Simon Fraser University, will accompany the group McMillan will also give a free illustrated talk on native ant and on the exhibition from 1 to 3 p.m., Saturday, April 9. in the community room, second Moor, Capilano Mall. Registration for the trip will be accepted at the presentation April 9 or by telephone, using Visa or Mastercard. For further information call 922-0689, * personalized, friendly service * low prices * complete selections °5% discount on case lots Edgemont Village 3071 Woodbine Ave. North Vancouver S9 CANT GO WRONG AT THIS PRICE! O99 LOY? 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