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...
4 essential rules for the dog park
Whether your furbaby is a seasoned socialite or new to hanging around other dogs, here are 4 essential rules you need to know before...
5 tips for dog bite prevention week
Each year, dogs bite more than 5 million people in the U.S. and Canada. This is an astounding statistic, but it is also one...
Making a splash with Dock Diving
Calling all water babies! If your dog enjoys the water, Dock Diving, aka Dock Jumping, might tick all the boxes for you and your...
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...
Sniffing out fun with Nose Work
No matter what size or shape, dogs everywhere love to catch a scent. Nose Work, a relatively new sport on the scene, provides a...
Guide and Service Dogs are everyday heroes
Canines can be more than companions; every year, thousands of people are helped by service dogs who offer support for people with disabilities, veterans with...
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...
Plants that heal
There’s an old adage: “you are what you eat”. It applies to all of us, including our dogs. While dogs are opportunistic omnivores who...
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...
Are you greeting your dog correctly?
Scientific studies reveal how our dogs feel about the way we are greeting them.
Sooner or later, it seems science gets around to answering those...
3 steps to off-leash training
Safety and reliable recall are the two most important factors when training your dog off-leash.
Letting your dog off-leash is fun and exhilarating for both...
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...
Solutions for growling dogs
Q. My two shelties (age three and one) are very gentle and friendly towards strangers. They are also well trained and can perform many...
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...
How to turn around a fussy eater
Fussy dogs can drive us crazy. We might try 20 different foods, we beg and cajole…but sometimes nothing seems to work.
While most dogs eat...
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...
Step-by-step training tips
Bringing a new puppy home to join your family is an exciting time. A time full of laughter and fun. A time full of...
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....
Multi-Dog walking
Multi-dog walking is a lot of fun, but can also be challenging. Here’s what you need to know before heading out with your pack.
Why...
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...
Small dog syndrome
Little dogs make wonderful companions, so why do some people still think of them as yappy ankle biters?
“Small dog syndrome” is a term that...
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...
How to find a dog walker
Most of us lead busy lives these days, which means we don’t always have time to walk our dogs as often as we should....
