Pet Ownership By the Numbers
Canadians are united when it comes to how they feel about their pets. Simply put, Canadians love their furry friends, fish, birds, reptiles, and other household pets. There has been a steady increase in pet ownership over the years with cats and dogs leading the way. Don’t take our word for it. Let’s explore the numbers.
Parks Canada urging people not to leave Unwanted Pets at Rouge Park
At least four dogs have been abandoned at Rouge National Urban Park in the past year. It’s part of an alarming trend of people releasing their unwanted pets - dogs, cats, reptiles, and other exotic wildlife - into the wild at Rouge Park.
What Your Dog's Sleeping Positions Say About Them
It's always so fascinating to watch a dog sleep! Not only do they look super cute and cuddly, but their sleeping positions can actually tell you a lot about their personality.
Five Tips for Training Your Dog
Training your new pup can be an intimidating process, but it doesn’t have to be! Dogs are brilliant and eager to please. With patience and consistency, you can use positive reinforcement methods to train your dog in no time. Here are five tips on how you can get started training your pup today!
Toys for Pups
As the saying goes, a tired pup is a happy pup. What better way to tucker out your dog than with their favourite toy?
How to Choose the Best Vet for Your Dog
A good veterinarian is a key factor in your dog’s overall health. Choosing the right vet for your pup can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be.
Tips on choosing a dog
There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a dog. With so many different breeds and personalities, it can be tough to decide which one is right for you.
Why you should consider adopting a dog
Have you ever considered adopting a dog? Have you ever considered adopting a dog?
Six Common foods dogs cannot eat
We all know that dogs are food-motivated. They will do just about anything for a treat, which is why it's important to be aware of the types of food that dogs cannot eat.
Five Fun games for dogs
Whether you're looking for ways to entertain your own dog or you're looking for ideas to help out at a dog shelter, games are a wonderful way to engage with dogs.
Tips on choosing a dog walker
As a dog owner, you want to make sure your furry friend is well-cared for when you're not around. That's why finding a reputable and trustworthy dog walker is so important.
Louie is in a book!
Earlier this year, author Anne Van Gessel reached out to me via Twitter to ask if I’d be interested in submitting a story about Louie for a book she was putting together.
What I learned From Reading Travels with Casey
Travels with Casey: My Journey Through Our Dog-Crazed Country by Benoit Denizet-Lewis is a wonderful account of a man and his dog’s journey across America as they explore people’s love and relationship with their four-legged companions. As you read through this book it is easy to see why author Dean Koontz calls it “Charming, touching, human, and humane”. The book is half a travel journal and half an autobiography of Benoit Denizet-Lewis’ life and experiences. It is worth reading if you are a dog lover, or if you are interested in learning a bit more about the dog-human relationship.
Discover Fantastic Dog Parks in Toronto
Toronto has fantastic off-leash dog parks that provide a safe space for your furry canine to exercise, socialize, and explore with their fellow four-legged buddies. With almost 70 off-leash dog parks throughout the city, it won’t be difficult to find one near you.
More pets looking for new homes in Toronto
An increasing number of pets are being surrendered at shelters across Toronto due to rising costs and changes to people’s lifestyles as the return to office ramps up and public health restrictions ease. The first half of 2022 saw a 65% increase in the total number of pets surrendered compared to the same period in 2021.
Why I Love the Toronto Humane Society
The Toronto Humane Society (THS) works tirelessly to help animals find their forever homes. They work hard to match people with pets. I had a great experience adopting my dog from THS and highly recommend it to those looking to add a pet to their squad.
Dog Rules for Public Transit in Toronto
I love public transit. Buses, subways, streetcars, trains, and more. I love them all. Taking public transit is an excellent way to explore Toronto. It’s also an inexpensive way to get around. Dogs are allowed on the TTC, GO Transit, and taxis, but there are some restrictions.
7 Things to do If you Lose Your Dog
Lost dog? Here are 7 things you should do if your dog goes missing.
How to be a good Human at the Dog Park
Dog parks are great. Here are some things you can do to be a good human at the dog park.