What human foods are safe for dogs?
Find out which human foods are safe to feed your canine companion – and which aren't.
Can dogs eat table scraps? Should they? The simple...
The truth about ticks in Canada
Ticks are quickly spreading across Canada. Here's everything you need to know about these creepy crawlies, including how to protect your dog from being...
CBD for pets – what’s happening in Canada?
The laws surrounding the use of CBD for pets in Canada are constantly evolving. This update will help you make sense of the current...
Essential oils and your dog
You can’t go too far these days without running into essential oils. They’re everywhere – online, in the news, and lining the shelves of...
Butt scooting: why anal gland problems are such a drag
Chances are you’ve seen a dog butt scooting along the floor. But do you know why he's doing it?
Anal gland infection, irritation and inflammation...
How to clean your dog’s floppy ears
Many of our most beloved breeds, including Labs, Hounds, Spaniels and Poodles, sport floppy ears. But these wonderful ears may also require a little...
Lice prevention on your dog
Lice aren’t just a human problem. There’s a canine variety that can also plague your pooch. Like fleas, these flat, gray, wingless parasites may...
Oops! 12 mistakes most dog parents make
As dog parents, we strive to do the best for our canine companions. But we may overlook or misunderstand some aspects of canine care....
Which vaccines are necessary for your dog?
We’ve known about the risks of over-vaccination for awhile now, though many veterinarians, trainers, boarding kennel operators and others still promote yearly boosters. Learn...
Dog-friendly household cleaners
These non-toxic alternatives to chemical-laden cleaners keep your house fresh and sparkling -- and your dog safe and healthy.
Green is in! And that’s wonderful...
Soothe your dog’s stomach
Most dogs surrendered to shelters or taken in by rescues have some physical and emotional baggage. Stomach issues are often part of this baggage...
Power of pumpkin
Share the health benefits of pumpkin with your four-legged friend.
Spicy pumpkin pies and jack o’lanterns…this time of year, these are the images pumpkins conjure up....
When should dogs be spayed or neutered?
In North America, spaying and neutering are generally regarded as a necessary and responsible approach. But new research indicates these procedures can negatively impact...
Understanding pet food recalls
It’s been ten years since the huge pet food recall that sickened thousands of dogs and cats. How has pet food safety improved –...
Does your puppy have growing pains?
Did you know dogs can have growing pains?
If you are a new puppy owner and have noticed symptoms of pain in your pup, they...
Natural ways to prevent bad breath in dogs
You may assume bad breath comes with the territory of having a dog, but it doesn’t have to be that way.
Does your dog...
Supporting senior dogs
Fortunately for us, many dogs now live well into their teens. So what can you do to make his senior years his best years...
Understanding your pet’s lab tests
Lab tests are an important part of your dog or cat’s routine checkups. We take a close-up look at some of the most common...
Winter walks with your dog
Going for a stroll in the snow with your dog? Be sure to keep him comfy and safe.
There’s something exciting about the first snowfall....
6 things you should know about cannabis for dogs
What does the legalization of cannabis in Canada mean for your dog?
Cannabis has consistently topped headlines over the last year, and the hype around...
The dangers of cocoa mulch
Melissa has a young Lab pup. She adopted him after her former dog, a collie named Tabitha, died a sudden and tragic death. Melissa...
Medicinal mushrooms for dogs
Mielle was diagnosed with a bleeding hemiangiosarcoma of the spleen. The 14-year-old standard poodle was weak from blood loss and had not eaten in...
Give Treibball a try!
Sometimes referred to as urban herding, Treibball (pronounced “try-ball”) combines herding and obedience, but instead of using live animals like sheep or ducks, participants...
7 ways to keep indoor air clean – for you and your dog!
Thanks to Environment Canada, most of us know to keep our dogs indoors on “bad air” days. But is your indoor air also affecting...
Stress and your dog’s behaviour
Stress and tension can be as much an issue for dogs as for humans. By understanding what's causing his stress, you can be better...
Foods for your dog’s dental health
Maggie was just shy of her 13th birthday when she walked into our home and straight into our hearts. She was a much loved...
Pot for pets
It’s no secret that dogs share many of the same health problems as people, including anxiety, arthritis, epilepsy, and even dementia. These parallel health...
How to create a proactive grooming plan
This 11 step grooming plan will help you to maintain your companions coat at home in between visits to the groomers.
When I welcome a...
Xylitol and your Dog
Xylitol is a class of sweetener known as sugar alcohol. It is found in a number of products we use every day, but did...
The big C: top 5 causes of cancer
Of all diseases that can strike our dogs, cancer is one of the most feared. In southwestern Ontario alone, human cancer has increased by...
