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DOG TRAINING: HOW TO TRAIN A DOG TO FETCH

WELLNESS
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Do you have dog who loves to fetch tennis balls, sticks, a Frisbee or any other toy that can be thrown a delightful distance? No? Well, that’s okay.

Most dogs adore the prospect of being allowed to run wildly after a moving object and while some quickly discover the brilliant practice of having their owner throw such an object over and over and over again, some pups miss the biscuit entirely. So how do you teach your canine chum the mystery of fetch and to actually bring – the – ball – BACK? (more…)

TORONTO DOG BLOG: #UNLEASHKINDNESS PACT

LIFESTYLE
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There are no words to describe how much I love dogs and animals. There really aren’t! And every time I read a report about animal neglect or hear about the horrific conditions that so many lovely dogs and animals have to endure every day all over the world, my heart collapses. I feel crushed and hopelessly ineffectual because often times animal welfare issues seem too big for one person to take on and solve alone. (more…)

TORONTO DOG PHOTOGRAPHER: 6 SWEET HOLIDAY TRADITIONS TO START WITH YOUR DOG

LIFESTYLE
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The holiday season is upon us and your furry friend will be looking to you to lead the way on the festive fun. Here are six sweet holiday traditions that you can start with your dog to celebrate Christmas in a dog-friendly style.

1. GIFT YOUR DOG A STOCKING
This might seem silly to some, but putting together a wee stocking to hang by the chimney with care that is specifically for your dog bestie is a lot of fun! Not only will you have a blast shopping for some cute themed items, but your pupster will have a great time nosing through their goodies from Santa Paws on Christmas morning.

2. PLAN A SNOW DAY
When those gorgeous white flakes begin to fall, put on your parka and snow pants (yes, snow pants, we don’t care how silly you think you look) and take your dog out into the winter wonderland for some fun! Play chase, make snow angels, dig in the snow and run around until you are both tired. Trust us, nothing puts a twinkle in your dog’s eye like some quality time in the great outdoors with their favourite human.

3. MAKE DOG TREATS WHEN HOLIDAY BAKING
When you’re busy whipping up gingerbreads, shortbreads and figgy pudding (any Brits out there?) add a few scrumptious dog-friendly recipes to your list too. Your dog will love being treated while the rest of the family enjoys their goodies too. Try these Apple Oatmeal Dog Treats or these easy Sweet Potato Nothing Dog Treats.

4. DONATE DOG ITEMS TO YOUR LOCAL SHELTER
Giving back is important all year round, but especially at Christmas. Sniff out some of Fido’s gently used items, such as blankets, toys, collars, or leashes, and take them down to your local animal shelter to help animals who don’t have a happy home for the holidays. Or better yet, go shopping with your dog specifically for dog items to give away. Every pup deserves a toy at Christmas. A few of our favourite local rescues are Sit With Me Rescue, TEAM Dog Rescue, and Save Our Scruff Rescue.

5. CUDDLE UP FOR A DOG-FRIENDLY MOVIE NIGHT
In our home, the holiday season wouldn’t be complete without watching our favourite Christmas movies. So get organized and stock up on a little junk food, a snugly blanket, fuzzy socks and your best canine friend. Hunker down on the couch and let the good times roll! Here are a few extra dog-friendly movie night tips if you’re interested.

6. SLOW DOWN TO RECONNECT WITH YOUR DOG
It’s easy to get swept away by the holiday hustle and bustle. After all, there is a lot of planning and organizing to get through. But by doing so it is also easy to overlook your dog, so take some time to slow down, relish the moment and make an effort to reconnect with your dog with these tips.

{Photography by LLB Creative}

DOG LEASH REVIEW: THE RUFFGRIP® LEASH

LIFESTYLE, SHOPPING
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There is a new dog leash in town and it is making quite an impression in the dog community. The RuffGrip® leash is here and is far beyond ‘just another leash.’ It is practically and thoughtfully designed, comfortable to use and symbolizes the strong bond between dog and owner – literally! Here is what we love about this new product.

REASON #1: RuffGrip® is super duper durable

Constructed from non-slip, lightweight grip, rubberized woven nylon this leash is all kinds of durable! Not only does it deter chewing (for those dogs who insist on using their leash as a substitute tug-of-war toy), but it also handles all sorts of weather conditions, which, as all of you fellow Canadians will appreciate, is a major plus!

According to the RuffGrip® website, “South African security teams in Iraq use the leash in 135^o temperature and fine sand. Alaskan rescue teams use it in the coldest weather.”

REASON #2: RuffGrip® has excellent grip

Little leather ‘stops’ are strategically placed at six-inch intervals along the length of the leash, offering pet parents an easier and steadier grip. When walking Rory on previous leashes I always physically tied knots throughout it; should the leash slide through my grip one of the knots could stop it breaking free from my hand completely. The RuffGrip® leash, however, adds this little feature in automatically which makes a big difference.

REASON #3: RuffGrip® is great for kids

This product has earned all sorts of recognition for helping children to handle pets on a leash (with proper parental supervision, of course). The brand earned 4.7 stars from the Parent Tested Parent Approved Awards and is noted to help children better assume a role of responsibility in caring for their canine family members.

This new leash checks all the must-have boxes on our list and is now one of our go-to leashes for long walks through our lovely city!

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