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Animal-Related Grief - Part Two
By Nadja Lubiw-Hazard, DVM Part Two of a four-part series on Animal-Related Grief If you are struggling with grief after the loss of a...
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Nicola Smith
- Aug 7
Dogs in Advertising: The Perfect Partners in Marketing
Advertising has always been an art of captivating attention, triggering emotions, and making lasting impressions. While various...
Nicola Smith
- Dec 14, 2022
Dog Body Language - 8 Signs Your Dog Needs Space
Ever heard someone say, "oh the dog's tail is wagging, so this means they are friendly!" Well if you didn't know already, this is not...
Nicola Smith
- Sep 23, 2022
Choosing the Best Dog Walk to Fit Your Dog’s Personality
As many people return to their offices post Covid, they are often confused when searching for the best service for their Dog. I recently...
Nicola Smith
- Dec 23, 2021
Christmas Cookie Recipe for you and your Dog!
It's that time of year when we might all be spending a bit more time in the kitchen than usual. I was thinking about a fun holiday recipe...
Nicola Smith
- Nov 28, 2021
10 Best Gifts for Dog Lovers
Being a dog mom or dad makes you a special kind of person. If you are a good dog owner, you probably love affection, are compassionate,...
Nicola Smith
- Jul 30, 2021
5 Tips To Train Your Dog To Be Home Alone
It is getting to that time where a lot of people are starting to head back to work. Whether it's for two or five days a week, many pet...
Nicola Smith
- May 22, 2021
Ontario Hiking Trails with your Dog
Anyone feel like during COVID, all the weekends and days kind of blur together from one to the next? Thankfully the warm weather is...
Nicola Smith
- Apr 26, 2021
Transportation for your Toronto Dog
Who loves to bring their dog with them everywhere? I sure do. If my dog is allowed to go where I am going, more times than not, he is...
Nicola Smith
- Feb 20, 2021
City of Toronto Dog License - 4 Reasons to do this Today!
Bringing a new dog or puppy into your home is one of the most exciting life decisions you can make. With that decision comes a lot of new...
Nicola Smith
- May 12, 2020
Well adjusted dogs - Chiropractic care for your dogs
Today we spoke with Dr. Taron Carruthers, who is a chiropractor and COAC certified animal chiropractor. She is the co-founder of...
Nicola Smith
- Apr 26, 2020
Dog grooming at home during COVID-19
Over the past few weeks, I have received a handful of questions from owners asking me questions about dog grooming at home. This...
Nicola Smith
- Feb 17, 2020
Everything you need to know about giving your dog a pawdicure
Cutting a dog's nails can be a very daunting undertaking for a lot of people; for you and for your furry friend. However, for your...
Nicola Smith
- Nov 17, 2019
Toronto Dog Walking - Off-leash Dog parks vs On-leash Walks
With the increasing number of dogs in the city, we are looking to evaluate what the best way is to help dog owners and their Toronto dog...
Nicola Smith
- Sep 22, 2019
Toronto dog walking expert on how to deal with off-leash dog
I am one of those people; when safe, my dog is quite often off-leash. She has never demonstrated any aggression toward another dog and...
Nicola Smith
- Jul 14, 2019
10 Things to look for when hiring a Dog Walker in Toronto
When looking for a dog walker, the 10 points below should be considered a must. Remember to keep checking your dog's behaviour and have a...
Nicola Smith
- Mar 3, 2019
Tips to keep your dog safe in extreme cold Toronto weather
Throughout January we have all experienced brutal winter temperatures and cutting winds that have chilled us to our very core; and our...
Nicola Smith
- May 13, 2018
5 Healthy Treats for you and your Toronto dog
Apples The old Welch saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” has remained sound advice, as apples continue to be praised as a...
Nicola Smith
- Jan 14, 2018
5 Things to consider before getting a big dog in Toronto
First off, I’d like to begin by saying that, by no means am I trying to dissuade anyone from getting a big dog. In fact, throughout my...
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