July 15, 2025

Cool treats and hot tips: 3 pupsicle recipes to treat your dog this summer

When the sun is blazing, there’s nothing better than a cold treat—especially for our furry friends. Keeping pets cool during the summer is essential.
July 10, 2025

Four bugs to be aware of this summer with your pets

Summer is a great time to spend quality time outdoors with your furry friend, but beware of bugs! There are several bugs…
June 16, 2025

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 on the floor. In addition to…
June 6, 2025

Tips to deter your dog from scavenging during walks

Do you find that your dog scavenges for items to eat on your walks? If daily walks are interrupted by your dog picking up…
June 3, 2025

Tips for trimming your pet’s nails

Nail trimming can be seen as a source of stress for our animals and even for us as pet parents. It’s time to take…
May 29, 2025

Helping your pets through allergy season

As the seasons change, some animals start to experience the not-so-pleasant effects of seasonal allergies. Just like humans, our furry companions can react to…
May 23, 2025

Helpful hints for bringing your new dog home!

Bringing home a new puppy or dog is an exciting time for everyone! Whether you’ve had a dog before or are new to the…
May 16, 2025

What to expect when caring for a deaf dog

Dogs, like humans, can experience varying degrees of disabilities, and while some are quite noticeable, hearing loss often goes undetected at the onset.  …
May 13, 2025

Commonly asked questions about heartworm in dogs

Heartworm is a serious health condition that can result in severe lung disease, heart failure, and sometimes, even death for dogs. It can be…
May 12, 2025

What is ‘bloat’ and why is it so dangerous for dogs?

Written by Dr. Joey Tang, DVM Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (GDV) is a life-threatening disorder that stems from bloating in dogs. Understanding this serious…
May 9, 2025

The importance of trust building exercises

Trust building exercises build confidence in an animal through repetition of known behaviours. This allows them to know what’s wanted or needed of them…

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