From beautiful trails to pristine beaches, Southern Ontario boasts many ways to enjoy the summer sun with the whole family. We know, though, that the hot weather carries additional risks for our furry family members, who can’t cool themselves as efficiently as we can....

Whenever I go for walks with my old mutt, Roxy, I usually take the opportunity to listen to a podcast. Recently, though, it was her 15th birthday, so as we set out on an extra-long birthday stroll, I took the opportunity to quietly reflect on the past decade and a...

Robins, tulips, and... parasites. Ah, the first signs of spring! When temperatures become milder, hungry parasites emerge from their dormant states. Around this time, your veterinarian will likely emphasize the importance of coming in for your furry family member’s...

Food puzzles engage your pet’s senses, provide mental stimulation, and increase activity by taking advantage of their natural inclination to hunt for their food. You can buy special bowls at the pet store, or you can get the kids involved and DIY your own food puzzle...

As a toddler, I would make a fuss whenever my mother cut my nails. I hated the pressure, the sound, and how exposed my fingertips felt afterward. 

Now that I find myself on the other end of the clippers, I understand why many furry family members squirm, scream, and...

A new year feels like a time for new beginnings, but it’s hard to be hopeful. After a long nine months of fighting COVID-fatigue, we’re now also entering the dreariest part of the year. We’re seeing short tempers at our workplaces, road rage in the street, and...

Every furry friend deserves a home of their own for the holidays, but expanding the family is a big decision! Here are the top five things to consider before searching for your new addition: Furry Friends are Living Beings, Not Gifts 
Being given as a “surprise” to...

My senior mutt, Roxy, has always been leash-reactive. We grew up together on a farm, so neither one of us ever really learned how to properly walk on city streets. Recently, I decided that enough was enough; I would try to teach an old dog a new trick. We set out with...

Things have been strange around your house lately. One windy autumn night, you hear a menacing slurp, slurp, slurp coming from the dark corner of your room. Your investigation leads to a foul odour. With horror, you realize that the victim is your own furry family...

Your dog suddenly throws up after eating her dinner. “It’s probably nothing,” you think. “Or wait. Didn’t she throw up last week?” You wonder if it’s related to that lump you’ve been meaning to get checked out. You push the scary C-word out of your mind. Everything’s...