5 common canine behaviours and how to modify them
You may think at times, “my dog knows better,” but the truth is, unless you’ve taught them and they've practiced …
How to understand canine body language to better understand behaviour
Understanding what your dog is communicating through their body language can help you as a pet parent in so many ways! …
Why do puppies nip and tips on managing this behaviour
Puppies are adorable, but their nipping behaviour can sometimes be a pain. When puppies play, they often use their mout…
Clicker training your cat
Clicker training is a fun and effective way to help teach a wide variety of animals, including cats and dogs. Unlike …
Tips on caring for your pet rat
Whether you’ve had a pet rat before, or you’re a first-time parent, here are some tips you need to know about food,…
Choosing the right boarding kennel for your pet
You have a trip coming up, and your beloved furry friend can’t come with you. How do you choose the right boarding …
Twix’s journey of recovery: A new life as Bo
Twix’s story began at the Ontario SPCA Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Animal Centre, where this one-year-old Mastif…
Firework safety tips to keep pets safe
Everybody loves a long weekend – including our furry friends! It means more quality time with the people they love. B…
Does your pet have a food allergy? Here’s what to watch for
Just like people, cats and dogs can suffer from food allergies. While not as common as environmental allergies, food se…
Touch the target – Enrichment game for cats
Does your cat ever get the “zoomies”? Although this behaviour is quite normal, it can also be an indicator that you…
How to teach “four-on-the-floor”
Training your dog “four-on-the-floor” is helpful to prevent unwanted jumping by teaching them to have all four feet…
Why a great vet matters more than you think
Choosing a veterinarian is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a pet parent. Just like humans, animals…