Many people have an opinion about cropping your dogs ears. Some say it is cruel and not necessary, others will tell you the exact opposite. The best way to make the best decision for you and your dog is to do your own research and make an educated decision. At home we have a Cane Corso
Going through customs can be an easy or very difficult process. Recently a trainer that I work with was going into the US with two thirteen week old Belgian Malinois puppies to show them to a trainer there that trains dogs for a local police department. The trainer I work with not only trains police dogs
When deciding to get a dog there are a number of reasons why you may have made that decision. Going into all the examples could be a post all on its own. I want to focus on those who get a dog with intentions on getting them in to sport and competitions. When I got
Training your dog should start from the moment you get your puppy home. Now I’m not talking about a boot camp, but I am talking about building structure and consistency as soon as possible. All breeds of dogs have different needs. Some breeds need stricter rules and boundaries then others. But there isn’t a
You are getting ready to go to work like you do every morning, you have gone through the normal routine with your dog. He’s been let out, maybe had a walk and ate his breakfast. Everything is calm. Just before you leave you always give your dog plenty of cuddles and attention, you don’t want
If you have never heard of this before you should check it out… Tags for hope is a great charitable company where you can create adorable dog tags and cards that look just like a license for your furry friends. Proceeds from the sales go towards helping dogs and cats in need… You can import
Sty’s on your dog are a thing. They can happen when there is some sort of infection in the eyelid glands. A red bump will develop on the eyelids or brow. Depending on the infection, one or more of these red bumps can develop. They can get pretty big too, Bourbon got one and within
Flea and tick season is a season that can be deadly to our furry friends if we are not proactive in getting them vaccinated and treated for these little bugs. When is flea and tick season? Flea and Tick season usually starts around May and goes through until late fall. The worst time for Feas and
Recently I was contacted by a company called Cherrybrook and they asked me if I would be interested in trying out some of their products and then write about them. To be honest I was very excited, I know there are tons of companies out there that sell some great products that many people don’t know
I had a bit of a scare with Bourbon my mastiff… My mom takes care of Bourbon while i’m at work. When I went pick him up she told me that he had some dark brown urine today… As a pet mom I was worried about him and wanted to know what was causing it.
Do you know what to look for when buying a new puppy? When making a decision to bring a new puppy home you may have done a lot of research on breeds and pet care… if not I highly recommend that you do! You are full of knowledge and ready to bring home to new
When it comes to training your dogs, there are many different methods available out there for you. Some trainers will recommend the use of long lines, and others like to use devises such as e-collars. There are pros and cons to all training methods, you just really need to choose the one that works for
Just as we need to bath and keep clean, our furry friends need the same thing. They don’t need showers daily by any means but they do need a regular grooming schedule to help keep them healthy. Unfortunately there is no magic grooming schedule that works for all dogs. Every breed is different, and all
There is a lot more to taking care of your puppy then just buying them toys and treats, and giving them lots of cuddles. I’m sure you already knew that… Another big part to make sure your puppy lives a longer and happier life is to make sure that they get all their vaccinations as
There are lots of debates on what the smartest dog breeds are. Some owners may think they have the smartest, or in some cases the dumbest dog… AKC has put together a list of the smartest dog breeds. Some may come to you as a suprise, other I’m sure you have heard of before. Border
Your dog pulls you down the street, he eats the garbage, he chews through your things when you are out. When you are having dinner he tries to take things from the table. You let him out when you get home but he just goes to the bathroom in the house once you let him
Every day there are dogs that are mistreated and rescued by the SPCA. These dogs need help from the public in order to get the second chance at the better life they deserve. Supporting a local SPCA is one of those things that more pet owners and non pet owners should be doing. When you
Almost all pet parents including myself have bought their pups a rope toy or two… Most dogs love them, I know mine do. They throw them around, they play tug-a-war, or they just sit there and teeth on them for a while. The caution I wanted to share is what happens when they break through
* * I know it doesn’t look like it… But this is my ‘puppy’ Bourbon. He’s 18months old and 145lbs baby. Play time is his favourite time of the day. I try to play with him every night just before dusk, it helps him relax before bedtime.
Name: Kong Lounger Dog Bed Review: 5 stars Price: $76.99 Website: petsmart.ca Description: Made with durable fabric for added strength, this lounger is also water resistant, and made to last for your pup. The Kong lounger bed is offered in a few different color options, and is also is machine washable. The bed is made up
Dogs bond with their litter mates and other dogs through play, it is no different with their human. Never underestimate the power of play with your pup…. Playing with your pup can do a number of things; Give them much needed exercise, It keeps them busy, Theirs bonding time, You help them learn manners and boundaries,
Toy Name: JW Pet Hol-ee Roller Dog Toy (Color Varies) size: Medium Review: 4.2 (on the site) Price: $10.99 USD Link: JW Pet Hol-ee Roller Dog Toy (Color Varies) size: Medium Website: Amazon.ca Description: This toy is made of tough yet flexible rubber that can be twisted and bounced around. This toy comes in small, medium, large and
These two are something else to live with…. Every time I go to clean the floor the puppy tries to chase the swiffer. Well today was no different. I got mad at him of course, imagine a 145lb dog trying to catch the head of the swiffer as your trying to collect enough hair to
I Would Like to Introduce you to Bourbon. He is a Cane Corso puppy. Currently he is older and much larger then he is in the picture, but and he hates getting his picture taken so its very hard to get a good one for you. At the time of the review he is 145lbs
It may or may not surprise you to know that there are a lot of plants out there that are really toxic to your dog. The list I am providing will not cover all of them… In this list I’m pointing out the few common ones that most people are concerned about. If you are
