Top reasons to rotate your dog’s protein
As the old saying goes, variety is the spice of life. When it comes to your dog’s diet, variety can also prove a healthier...
Should small dogs receive a half dose vaccine?
A new ground-breaking study reveals that small dogs should be receiving a half dose vaccine, rather than the same size vaccine as large breed...
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...
Hydrotherapy – water healing for dogs
Hydrotherapy or “water healing" in Greek, benefits dogs the same way it does humans.
Hydrotherapy for dogs has gained a lot of momentum in the...
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 massage your dog
Who doesn’t love a great massage? After all, massage benefits us physically and psychologically. The same is true for our dogs. Through massage, you’ll...
Lyme disease: protecting your dog
Transmitted by infected tick bites (not by other dogs or humans), Lyme Disease is very serious for dogs.
It has many outcomes, including infection of...
7 tips to care for your senior dog
Is your dog a senior citizen? Like us, dogs tend to develop age-related conditions as they grow older.
Not all dogs age at the same...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Boost her diet with these supplements!
Just like us, dogs benefit from additional supplements in their diet to ensure optimal health.
Thankfully, you can now find pet-formulated supplements at many pet...
Toxic items in your home and garden
Dogs are opportunistic omnivores, which means they sometimes ingest things they shouldn’t. To keep your buddy safe, avoid these toxic doggie dangers altogether or...
9-step health check
Monitor your dog’s well-being by adding a quick and simple health check to his grooming routine.
Regular veterinary exams are vital to your dog’s wellness....
10 questions to ask a breeder
There’s nothing cuter than a puppy, but don’t be so dazzled by that irresistible little bundle in the breeder’s arms that you forget to...
Puppy stages
Puppies grow quickly, and growing up brings many changes. Your puppy will change not only physically, but intellectually and emotionally, too. As a new...
Top 10 foods for skin & coat
Keep your dog's skin and coat looking and feeling good with these power-packed whole foods.
It’s okay to add a little variety to your dog’s...
Top 4 tips for senior nutrition
Diet is the single most important factor affecting your dog's health and longevity. The great thing is that you're the one controlling what he...
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...
Help for aching joints
Diet, supplements, and other therapies work together to reduce the pain and inflammation of aching joints.
Like people, dogs often develop arthritis as they age....
Is your water safe?
Proper hydration is essential to your dog’s health, so ensure his water is free from toxins.
Your dog needs access to fresh water 24/7. Water...
Top 5 steps for optimal immunity
A long healthy life depends in large part on strong and resilient immunity for disease resistance. You may already be incorporating some of these...
Top 8 foods for dog breath
Does your dog’s breath “knock you over” when he gets too close? Bad dog breath may be an indication of less than stellar oral...
5 tips for heatstroke
No matter the time of year, it’s a good idea to know the signs of heatstroke and what you can do if you suspect...
The human-canine bond
To realize how far our understanding of the human-canine bond has come, we need to take a trip back to 1908. In January of...
Food allergy or sensitivity?
Does your dog have a “sensitive” stomach? Does she react badly to certain foods? Is she itchy year round? Do you think she might...
