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If you are going to be in full sun with your hound be mindful of PET CLEANING
their sensitive noses as they can be more susceptible to skin Had a great walk but got a little muddy how about a wash?
cancers. Consider buying special pet sunscreen or sun wipes to
protect them. Port Auto Car Wash & Pet Wash
Also be aware that taking your dog through long grass can 6 Owen Close, Craiglie
expose them to potentially lethal paralysis ticks. Tick season here Designed especially for your pet you can choose a tearless
in Far North Queensland runs from July to November and peaks shampoo and conditioner, flea and tick rinse and even a blow dry.
in September. PET GROOMING
There are various products that you can buy to protect a dog Does your best friend need a haircut or perhaps just some holiday
from ticks (with the collars remember to remove before washing pampering too?
or swimming). Check your dog regularly (every day), especially Barkley’s Dog Grooming Service
around the head and don’t forget between toes and under tail.
Paralysis ticks are grey with brown legs around their head, with 5 Jabiru Close
0418 883 612
two pairs of white legs and then another pair of brown legs close
to the body. Remove with tweezers trying not to squeeze the
body. Early symptoms of tick paralysis include loud breathing, FURRY FRIENDLY RESTAURANTS/CAFES
emitting gurgling sounds like it has something stuck in its throat, (more for you than for your dog)
and not being able to bark properly. St Crispins Café
If unsure seek help from a qualified veterinarian Overlooking the golf course with views across to the peaks of the
Great Dividing Range. 50c for a doggy bone snack and dog water
VETERINARY SERVICES bowls ready-filled with water on arrival.
BASED IN PORT DOUGLAS N17 Burger Co
Mobile Veterinary Sit outside in their alfresco dining area and devour these delicious
Dr Max Stoker burgers whilst people watching. Your furry companion will
0416 147 775 certainly wish they could be joining you!
BASED IN MOSSMAN (15-minute drive) Origin Espresso
Coral Sea Vet Care Great coffee with a relaxed vibe. A locals haunt
47 Front Street, Mossman Whileaway Bookshop and Café
07 4098 1999 A great place to sit, sip and catch up on the latest books.
Mossman Veterinary Surgery Café Fresq
15 Theresa Drive, Mossman On the corner of “Eat Street” aka Grant Street is a range of alfresco
07 4098 1888 eateries. A great place to see Port life pass by and doggy watch.

DOG SERVICES Chilly’s Pizza and Trattoria
A great evening spot, surrounded by palm trees and fairy lights
Dog Sitting with plenty of space for your fur babies.
Highly recommended if you want your dog to be minded for a Lure Restaurant & Bar
few days is Dog Direction Training and Services. Not only will they
have somewhere to stay, they can get trained at the same time! Located at the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina this is the perfect
Call Hannah on 0402 354 249 place to have lunch or breakfast. A water container is usually
Dog Shopping waiting to welcome your friends.
At the Port Douglas Market on Sundays there are a couple of Hemingway’s Brewery
stalls where you can buy anything from fold up doggy bowls, Sip on locally brewed beer – a great place to have a sundowner
rhinestone collars (complete with custom name), doggy outfits to as the sun dips behind the boat masts at the Marina.
hand made dog food. Hi Tide – Esplanade
Sit back, relax and soak up the holiday vibes as you create some
great memories for you and your best friend, of the furry kind!

30 Fun Poems f Kids! H iday Reading Local Writ s Big Sell !

ALAN & ELAINE HORSFIELD

POETRY, STORIES & EDUCATIONAL TEXTS
BOOKS SUITABLE FOR 4 TO 16 YEAR OLDS

ALAN AND ELAINE ARE OFTEN AT THE PORT DOUGLAS
SUNDAY MARKETS FOR SALES AND SIGNINGS (By the Carpark)
FOR A FULL COLLECTION SEE
alanhorsfield.com.au • [email protected]
A wide range of kids' and YA b ks f h iday reading
Pirates of Tahiti out now!
Upside D­n B k!

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