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5 Ways to Exercise your Dog in Winter

There’s nothing worse than an anxious, rambunctious, destructive dog in your home when the weather gets cold. Without long walks, hiking and running in their favourite park, how do you exercise your pup? Most people hate the colder months, but many dog parents really hate the colder months. When they hear “winter is coming”, it means . Your usual routine of a long hike on the weekend, playing with neighborhood dogs in dog parks, or hanging out at the lake all come to a temporary close. What’s so scary about this? Well, our dog’s energy doesn’t let up when the...

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5 Tips on Choosing the Best Leash for your Dog

with these is remembering to screw them up once they’re clipped - otherwise your clip hasn’t locked and can easily open.   Design Don’t be overwhelmed by the many leash designs on the market. When choosing the design, start by considering the situation such as how crowded your surroundings are, the size of your dog, and the needs you have. Let us break down some different designs you’ll see for different uses: Retractable leash: These leashes allow for the maximum amount of freedom on a dog. They’re able to walk as far as you allow; with a wired leash cord that...

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Your new puppy Checklist: 5 items you need

So, now that you have your puppy - what else do you need?There’s nothing more exciting than a little sleepy pup coming home in the car with you. Aw! Finding your dog is the easy part, but once you’re home - now what? That cute little puppy is looking less cute once they start destroying your shoes, peeing on your carpet, and bolting out the door when you go to check the mail.Before long, you find yourself scrambling to the nearest pet store in a state of panic, roaming the aisles thinking to yourself - “Wow! I didn’t know this...

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5 Ways to Enjoy the Great Outdoors with Your Dog this Spring

After a long, chilly winter, spring has finally arrived in Canada! It's time to put away those winter coats and boots and embrace the warmer weather. And what better way to enjoy the season than with your four-legged sidekick by your side? Spring is the perfect time to bond with your dog and explore the great outdoors together. To help you make the most of this beautiful season, we've put together a list of the 5 best ways to enjoy the spring weather with your dog in Canada. Go on a Hike: One of the best ways to enjoy the...

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