Celebrating a life lived well with dogs.
What could be more wonderful than a good long romp outside in a snowy winter wonderland with your best canine chum? The air is crisp, the snow glittering and your pooch is having a grand old time chasing snowflakes and enjoying the elements. But there’s something owners should be aware of when working their dogs in the depth of winter. Hydration. That’s right! That little old thing called hydration is an important topic when discussing dogs and winter safety. (more…)
Being a dog mama or parent is a joyful experience, but it also carries with it a lot of questions. Which is why we like to lend a helpful paw and connect your specific questions to the experts. Have a question, query or quandary? Write to us at [email protected] and we’ll track down an expert to answer it for you! How cool is that? Let’s get into this month’s questions all about trimming dog nails! (more…)
Losing a beloved pet is one of the most heart-wrenching tragedies in this world, but as hard as it is there are many beautiful ways to obtain some closure for your heart-breaking loss. Of course, we don’t presume to know how to grieve your dog’s death — it is an impossible pain that we all tragically must endure in our lifetime. However, we hope that these six unique and beautiful memorial ideas might help to keep their memory alive. (more…)
Most people wouldn’t think of a dog as being capable of holding down a full time job, but that is the life of a dog guide. Guide dogs provide vital services to those that need their help, and like many other jobs, there is a lot of training required. This is where training schools, like the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides (LFCDG) come in. We chat with experts to learn all about guide dog training and the commitment it requires.
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