Coyotes, Deer and Other Wildlife: Protecting Newmarket Pets
For pet owners in Newmarket and the surrounding York Region and GTA, fall is a beautiful time to get outside with your dog. Cooler fall temperatures make walks more comfortable, while trails, wooded areas, and green spaces become especially scenic as the leaves change. Despite these nice Fall benefits, they can also bring more encounters […]
Summer Isn’t Over Yet! 7 Things to Do With Your Dog in Toronto Before Fall
Summer may be slowly coming to an end, but there’s still plenty of time to make the most of the warm weather with your dog. Before pumpkin spice season arrives and the days start getting shorter, take advantage of Toronto’s parks, patios, beaches, and outdoor spaces. Whether your dog loves swimming, exploring, people-watching, or simply […]
Grooming Your Dog After a Swim
Summer is the perfect season for outdoor adventures, and many dogs love nothing more than cooling off with a swim. Toronto is lucky to have a few off-leash beaches where pups can swim and cool off during a heat wave. Whether it’s a day at the lake, a trip to the beach, a dip in […]
Six Common Dog Training Myths
Dog training is one of the most important parts of raising a happy, healthy and well-behaved dog. Unfortunately, there is a lot of outdated advice and information that circulates online and among dog owners. Believing in these outdated dog training myths can lead to frustration, inconsistent behaviours in your dog, and even damaged trust between […]
Pain Expression in Aging Dogs
Just like humans, as dogs age, their bodies change, but so does the way they express pain. Senior dogs rarely show discomfort in the same way puppies or adult dogs do. Instead of obvious limping, yelping, or crying, older dogs often communicate pain through subtle behavioural and emotional changes that can easily be mistaken for […]