Yorkshire Terriers | All You Need to Know About the Breed!
The Yorkshire Terrier is a popular, small dog due to its beautiful, silky coat and playful demeanor. The Yorkie gets its name from Yorkshire, where the breed originated. In the 1850’s, immigrants from Scotland brought with them terrier-type dogs. While the exact...
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Ways to Dress up your Dog for a Wedding
If your pet is going to be part of your special day, he or she should look the part. Here you will find our top picks for canine wedding wear. Male Dogs For your male dog, he can be dressed to the nines in a full tuxedo to match the groom, or have a more casual...
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Top 5 All Natural Dog Treats
The foods that we feed our pets is important, whether that includes their daily meals or their special treats. For optimum health, dogs should consume foods and treats that have the highest quality ingredients and are free from fillers, by-products, additives,...
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The Dangers of Raccoon Urine and Feces for your Dog
The Dangers of Raccoon Pee and Poop for your Dog Raccoons and dogs rarely have face to face interactions, given the raccoon’s natural tendency to be nocturnal. However, raccoons present a serious danger to dogs due to what they leave behind. Here, the dangers of...
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Petsies: Custom Stuffed Animals
Have you ever considered creating a replica of your - or a friend’s - pet? With Petsies, this thoughtful (and adorable) gift idea can come to life. What is Petsies? Petsies is a company that specializes in creating unique, handmade stuffed animals that serve as...
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Overcoming Upset Tummies in Dogs | Causes & Remedies
Despite some of the unsavory things that dogs do, such as eating feces or getting into the garbage, they tend to have finicky stomachs from time to time. Discussed here are common reasons for a dog to develop an upset tummy, and how you can remedy the situation....
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Pet Poison Awareness
Are you aware of the most dangerous toxins to your pet? Listed here are the top pet poisons, as well as how to seek help if your pet has consumed one of these substances. Eight Most Common Toxins Prescription Medicine When humans are sick they tend to be forgetful...
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With Spring Comes Allergies | What to Watch Out For!
With the changing of the seasons also comes allergies for both dogs and humans. Listed here is how you can identify allergies in your pet, as well as the appropriate steps to take. Common Seasonal Allergens for Dogs When the world is in bloom, your dog may be...
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Thinking About Having a Neighbour Mind Your Dog?
When you go away for vacation, especially for a short while, it might be tempting to simply ask your neighbour to care for your dog. Here, the pros and cons of this practice will be discussed. If you ask a neighbour to mind your pet, he or she is likely someone...
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Spring is Upon Us | Spring Wellness for Your Dog!
With the warmer weather and the changing seasons comes new goals, new opportunities, and more chances to get outside. Spring is a time for new beginnings and fresh starts, and listed here is everything you should do to make sure your pet is ready for Spring. Wellness...
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A Review of CG Pets Dogs Treats
As a dog owner you find yourself with hundreds of options of what treats to give to your dog. Some of your decision maybe based on ingredients, cost, accessibility and more importantly what your dog thinks. When it comes to buying treats for my dog we may try some new...
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How to Choose a Good Dog Treat?
As a dog owner you will probably go out of your way to find the healthiest, tastiest treats that your dog just loves! The selection of dogs treats available to purchase for your dog is enormous, so how do you decide what to purchase for your pet? Some considerations...
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How to Select a Good Dog Trainer
Part of being a responsible dog owner is training your pet, whether by yourself at home or with the help of a professional. However, finding a good dog trainer can be a difficult task, especially because the industry is largely unregulated. Unfortunately, anyone can...
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The Importance of Teaching your Puppy Impulse Control
Your new puppy has a lot to learn after you bring her home. Besides understanding her name, getting the hang of potty training, learning the house boundaries, and bonding with her new family members, teaching your puppy impulse control is also important. What is...
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The City of Toronto Bans the Use of Prong/Pinch Collars and Choke Chains on Dogs
In December 2016, the city of Toronto conducted a review on dog behaviour and responsible dog ownership. Per the city of Toronto's website on the 13th December 2016 . The City Council adopted a series of amendments to the Toronto Municipal Code chapter dealing with...
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When Can I Bring My Puppy Outside?
After bringing home a new puppy it is natural to want to take your pet outdoors as soon as possible in order to show him or her to the world. However, you must use caution in doing so, because your dog’s immune system will yet not be strong enough to ward off disease....
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Does your New Puppy Need a Name?
Does your New Puppy Need a Name? Did you recently bring home a new puppy or adopt a dog, and are now searching for the perfect name? A fun trend is to choose a name based on your dog’s breed or heritage, instead of the all-too-common monikers like Max, Sadie, Bella,...
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Most Popular Dog Names in 2016
At the end of each year, a comprehensive list is compiled which ranks dog names by popularity. This data is typically generated based on registrations within a national organization, such as the American Kennel Club, or based on the number of dogs enrolled for canine...
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Best Dog Breeds for Winter or Cold Countries
Let’s face it: some dogs simply handle winter weather better than other breeds. While a Chinese Crested dog may never see the outdoors between the months of October and April, certain breeds thrive in wintry conditions. Are you a lover of the great outdoors when...
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Breed Highlight | The Whippet
History Whippets are a sighthound breed that originated in England in the late 18th century. Their resemblance to the Greyhound is no coincidence: Whippets were bred from English Greyhounds that were deemed unsuitable for hunting, due to their size. These smaller...
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Most Lovable Dog Breeds who Love to Cuddle
Thinking about getting a new pup? Looking for some unconditional love that only a dog can provide! Is your dog your favourite cuddle buddy? Mine is!! The most lovable breeds who also love to cuddle are listed below; did your puppy make the list? Cavalier King Charles...
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