January 15, 2021
How do I stop my dogs from marking territory indoors?
One of the questions we receive at our animal centres is how to stop dogs from marking territory indoors. We have some simple tips you…
January 5, 2021
How to teach your dog “stay”
Teaching your dog to “stay” can be very useful. It can help keep your dog from begging at the table, greeting guests at the door…
November 26, 2020
Tips to help your new dog or puppy adjust to their new home
You’ve just adopted a dog or puppy from your local Ontario SPCA animal centre, and now it’s time to bring them home…
November 10, 2020
How to teach your dog to sit
Today, we want to give you helpful tips for teaching your dog to sit! Watch our video for step by step instructions, to make…
September 28, 2020
World Rabies Day 2020
World Rabies Day is September 28th, 2020 and the focus is on vaccination and collaboration. Rabies is a viral disease that causes swelling in…
August 14, 2020
Loose leash walking: Making “walk time” enjoyable for both you and your dog
Teaching your dog to have healthy habits and good behaviour increases the human-animal bond and reduces the risk of any problems that may arise…
July 31, 2020
Pet-Friendly activities for the long weekend: COVID Edition
The long weekend is fast approaching and it is a perfect time to spend some quality time outside with your animal friends. Here are some…
July 23, 2020
Dog and Puppy Socialization during COVID-19
Socializing a puppy with both people and animals, as well as introducing them to a wide range of events, environments and situations is an…
June 23, 2020
Loose Leash Walking: Train your dog with these easy tips!
Teaching your dog loose leash walking can be one the most challenging parts of training a dog! Though every dog is different, these easy tips…
May 21, 2020
Help! My dog has just come into heat. What should I do?
With spay/neuter services temporarily closed to the public to help slow and stop the spread of COVID-19, we’ve been receiving various questions from…
May 12, 2020
Homemade Peanut Butter & Banana Dog Treats
These dog treats are easy to make, and your pet will love them! Watch for detailed instructions, and then give it a try yourself. We…
April 27, 2020
Choosing the training treats for your pet
If you have a food-motivated dog, you’ll know that nothing quite compares with a good treat to make training that much easier. On our…