News & Updates from the park

WINNIPEG DOG FEST RETURNS WITH OLD FAVES AND NEW ATTRACTIONS!!

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WINNIPEG DOG FEST RETURNS WITH OLD FAVES AND NEW ATTRACTIONS!!

Kilcona Dog Park
Next Saturday – September 12
11am to 2pm

KPDC Welcomes a Brand New Gold Sponsor!

Posted by Kilcona Park Dog Club / in Features, Information, News /

 

Looking for one reliable company to look after your yard all year long?

KPDC’s newest Gold Sponsor will not only take care of the grass, the winter-loving outdoor folks at Platinum Lawn Care will also take care of your spring and fall clean-ups, clean the eaves troughs and clear the snow! Lawn cares services include power raking, lawn aeration and weekly grass cutting.
Going on holidays and just need someone to cut the grass while you’re gone? Call Platinum!
Renovating and need drywall or paneling taken down, cupboards removed, decks or fences demolished? Platinum will even haul away your demolition and construction debris, old furniture, appliances and other household junk, and yard waste.
Platinum Lawn Care is a family owned and operated business. That means that when you call Platinum Lawn Care, you’ll be dealing directly with the owner. The Waldner family’s goal is to exceed customer expectations by offering superior service at very affordable prices. The bonded professional team of yard care specialists uses commercial grade equipment; the staff is recognized for their dependable, courteous service.
Platinum Lawn Care serves East, North and West Kildonan, East and West St Paul, Elmwood, Transcona, Garden City, The Maples, and Riverbend.
Call 204-794-1984 for a free estimate.
Check out their website – www.platinumlawncare.ca

McPhillips Animal Hospital

Posted by Kilcona Park Dog Club / in Features, News /

– by Robyn Maharaj

 

Like Winnipeg’s fabled North End, Dr. Rhonda Stockburger has a long history with this historic and colourful community through her veterinary office, McPhillips Animal Hospital. A graduate of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 1986, she started there shortly upon graduation. Over the years, she evolved from associate veterinarian, to partner, and then to sole owner of the practice which first opened its doors in 1972.

Dr. Stockburger and animal health technician, Tara Bartecki check out a 12 month old pup that is ready for adoption. Photo credit: Winnipeg Free Press

 

“All of us here like to think of our patients and clients as family. We strive to treat our patients as if they were our own pets. We want to aid our clients in fostering a strong bond with their pets, and helping them live a long and happy life,” says Dr. Stockburger, who was born and raised in Medicine Hat, Alberta.

Animal health technicians Dawn and Jenine attend to Maggie

 

Treating primarily canines and felines, rabbits and “pocket pets” also fill out their furry patient clientele. Because dogs and cats are their primary base of patient care, having top of the line veterinary medical equipment means being able to diagnose and treat injury and disease that simply was not even possible a decade ago.

 

“We have recently added dental radiography and laser therapy to our other services. Veterinary medicine has come a long way, and continues to change frequently. We strive to strengthen our techniques, and methods of caring for our patients, to ensure we can provide the best care to your loved ones. Our goal is to recommend the best treatments and testing for our patients, while working within our clients’ lifestyle and budget,” says Dr. Stockburger. McPhillips Animal Hospital has five licensed veterinarians on staff as well as five Animal Health Technologists and several office and animal assistants.

Animal health technicians Jenine, Dawn treat Sabre. Photo credit: Shannon McGill

 

Services provided by McPhillips Animal Hospital include: Wellness & Vaccination Programs, Medical Services, Surgical Services, Nutrition Counseling and Dental Care. Specific services available also include: Dental and General Digital Radiology, Chemotherapy, Glaucoma Testing, Therapeutic Laser ECG’s, as well as various animal surgeries. They also have an in-house laboratory that allows veterinary staff access to quick test results which can then be communicated to the pet owner.

Animal health technician Danielle checks Andre

 

“Whenever possible, we encourage preventative medicine: routine wellness examinations, vaccinations, heartworm, tick and other prevention, spaying and neutering, and wellness blood testing, to prevent emergency care whenever possible. Preventative care tends to be less expensive and less traumatic for the pet than emergency care.”

As most dog owners who take their dogs in for regular vet visits know, dental care is playing an ever increasing role in aiding veterinarians with their work.

“Dental health is so important to your pet’s well being. Dental disease is so much more than bad breath. Bacteria in the mouth can lead to negative effects on kidneys, liver, lungs and heart. We recommend daily brushing, routine oral exams, and in hospital dental cleanings. We also carry dental health products such as toothpastes, dental diets, oral rinses, and dental treats,” says Dr. Stockburger.

 

McPhillips Animal Hospital also provides real world practicum experience to various students and volunteer and intern positions for those interested in pursuing a career in veterinary medicine.

In addition to sponsoring Kilcona Park Dog Club, McPhillips Animal Hospital supports their animal community such as Guide Dogs of Canada and other helper dog organizations. They do their best to help stray animals in need working with various rescue organizations and have established their own adoption program by finding permanent loving homes for those animals they’ve rescued.

Socializing at Kilcona Dog Park Photo credit: Siberian Studios – Paul Cote

 

“We support Kilcona Park Dog Club because off-leash dog parks are a great place for dogs to get the exercise and socialization they need. We do recommend that your dog be kept up to date on vaccinations and preventative medications, and that you monitor them at all times at the dog park to make sure they are compatible with the other dogs there.”

 

Located in a busy strip mall – 2211B McPhillips Street, it is just south of Garden City Shopping Centre.

 

About Robyn Maharaj

Robyn is a writer, fundraiser, marketer and former arts administrator who works as a freelance grant and feature writer. She works in fund development for a Southern Florida medical foundation for adult stem cell research. Robyn’s writing and poetry has been published in Canadian literary journals, newspapers, magazines and anthologies. Her first book (co-author, an American true crime story) will be published in 2015.

A member of Kilcona Park Dog Club’s Marketing Committee, Robyn talent for writing finds expression on the club’s website, where she is a regular content provider. Robyn recently helped the Board secure a $20,000 grant for park improvements, developed the “Number Two Clue” responsible pet education initiative, and promoted KPDC’s successful campaign to elect a dog-friendly Mayor and Council. An enthusiastic volunteer at fundraising and park stewardship events, Robyn is seen below serving up tasty dog treats at the Bone Appetit Bistro.

Fireworks display not OK with Kilcona dog park users

Posted by president@kilconaparkdogclub.ca / in News /

Owners are worried their pets will bolt from the park into traffic

CBC News Posted: May 28, 2015 7:30 AM CT Last Updated: May 28, 2015 10:18 AM CT

Dogs are frightened by fireworks and could dash from the park, which is next to Lagimodiere Boulevard, says Donna Henry, president of the Kilcona Park Dog Club. (CBC)

Dog walkers enjoy a sunny day at Kilcona Park on Wednesday. (CBC)

Chad Panting, a board member with the festival, said the location was sought out because the owners of the venue used in previous years no longer sponsor the event.

Henry, who is is appealing to the city to have the permit revoked, is worried dogs will bolt out of panic and into traffic. Kilcona is bordered by Springfield Road and Lagimodiere Boulevard.

“You know what fireworks are like, they’re up there and you know, they’re visible from every place in the park. My response was this is a totally inappropriate activity,” she said.

“We hope that it will get resolved, and get resolved in a way that’s fair to both groups,” she said.

Panting said the fireworks are set to go off after 10 p.m. when the park is closed. He said he would be horrified if dogs were spooked.

He wants to reach out to Henry to see if there is anything else that can be done to put the dog owners at ease. If he must, Panting said he will walk the park an hour before the fireworks show to let people know about it.

Another Generous Donation to KPDC’s Water Features Project!

Posted by president@kilconaparkdogclub.ca / in News /

Kilcona Park Dog Club wishes to acknowledge the Samoyed Association of Manitoba (SAM) for their generous gift of $150 to KPDC’s “Make a Splash” campaign.

 This is the second large donation SAM has made to this project in the past 6 months. KPDC is honoured by their thoughtfulness and thanks the group for their, encouragement and committed, faithful support.

The donation will be directed to phase 1 of the project to bring clean, fresh drinking water into the park and install a drinking fountain, dog wash station and splash pad. Clean, fresh drinking water will bring many improvements to Kilcona Dog Park, reducing preventable diseases, improving health, and providing opportunities for safe wholesome recreational activities.

When KPDC’s Board started the “Make a Splash” campaign, the task of raising $250,000 seemed overwhelming. Today, thanks to generosity and support of donors like SAM, we are well on our way to reaching our goal.

Alone we can do little; together we can do so much. Thanks again SAM for helping to build a better future. Your gift is very much appreciated!