TREATS: Sweet PAW-tato Cookies
PAW-SOME Treats Fall is here, and so are an abundance of vegetables for us and our four-legged friends to enjoy. Our favourite–sweet potatoes. Sweet potatoes can provide dogs with a nutritious boost that supports digestion, immunity, and overall health. When sweet potatoes are prepared properly, they can be a safe and beneficial addition to your […]
When Our World Began to Blur
When Our World Began to Blur Our unexpected journey with juvenile cataracts. Photo by: Lianne Matieshin Photography Back in 2017, I was just beginning to explore the world of dog sports, experimenting with nosework and agility alongside a non-traditional breed. These activities became a lifeline during the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping us engaged and active. Then, […]
Predictability, Peace, and Paws: Why Dogs Need Rules and Boundaries
Predictability, Peace, and Paws: Why Dogs Require Rules and Boundaries Rules and boundaries are important for dogs as they provide structure and predictability, which give dogs security and confidence, and can reduce anxiety and stress. Clear rules help dogs understand expectations, preventing unwanted behaviours like jumping or barking, and allow dogs to trust and respect […]
REAR-END AWARENESS: Why it matters and how to build it.
REAR-END AWARENESS: Why it matters and how to build it. Rear-end awareness is an often-overlooked component of a dog’s physical and mental coordination. Simply put, it refers to a dog’s understanding and control of its hindquarters. While front-end movement is more instinctual and consciously done—think pawing, turning the head, or making eye contact—the back end […]
CBD & DOGS: Whole-Body Wellness
CBD & Dogs: Whole-Body Wellness What I’ve learned about CBD for Dogs There’s a lot of confusion around CBD. When I first heard people talking about using CBD for pets, I wondered if this was just another wellness trend, if it was safe, and how I would know if it even worked. What I learned […]
ROUGH & TUMBLE WITHOUT THE TROUBLE
ROUGH & TUMBLE WITHOUT THE TROUBLE Playtime is essential for a dog’s physical and mental well-being, but ensuring that it’s also safe is just as important. Whether your pup is romping with friends in the backyard or socializing at a busy dog park, a few key precautions can prevent accidents and keep tails wagging. From […]
KEEP CALM and TRAIN ON
Body energy and the influence it has on your dog. Just breath… Yoga, Chi Gong, Tai Ji, or any meditation practice focuses on breathing, calmness, and controlled movement. So why not incorporate that into dog training? Dogs are finely tuned to the emotion and energy levels of their humans and often will mirror behaviour. If […]
BITE PREVENTION
BITE PREVENTION WEEKApril 7 – 13, 2024 Bringing up the topic of dog bites can take an easy Sunday afternoon chat and launch it into a no-holds barred cage match amongst the most respected acquaintances. Conversations can take sharp turns in many directions to try and determine the true cause. Debating things like breed, nature […]
Impulse Control
Impulse Control Harnessing your dog’s instincts in a positive way. Most of the things we teach our dogs to live peacefully in our homes go against their genetics. Although some breeds may do less of some behaviors and more of others, genetically all dogs bark, chew, jump, dig, chase, run and bite. They don’t naturally […]
Life and Love: Lessons Learned from a Reactive Dog
Life and Love: Lessons Learned from a Reactive Dog By Sidney Chow As I sit here writing this article a little, speckled, dog lays at my feet. She is upside down, sound asleep, snoring, her paws paddling as she dreams of chasing rabbits. I smile. This month marks three years since this spunky, little, blue […]