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Different dogs need different types of food, and the kind needed can vary based on the dog’s stage of life, general health and special needs. This means your dog’s needs can change over time, so knowing which dog foods are best during different stages of life can improve your dog’s quality of life. Compare Dog… Continue reading Dog Food guide for pet lovers

Typical dog reactions to poison: Vomiting or diarrhea Irregular heartbeat Dilated pupils Difficulty breathing Pale gums Swollen abdomen Muscle tremors Bloody/painful urination or defecation Bleeding from any orifice If your dog has any of these symptoms, it is crucial you get your pet to the vet immediately or contact the Dog Veterinarian Medication This is… Continue reading Important !!! Deadly for your dog !

If you die or get ill, your Lucky’s luck may run out. Animals are considered property – like a house, or money – and unless you’ve made provisions, your doggy could end up living out its last days ownerless. When you die, your pet becomes part of your estate and if you haven’t made any… Continue reading Law and your dog

In 2005, AAHA’s Canine Vaccine Task Force met to re-examine and revise guidelines on the use of vaccines in dogs. The results of the Task Force’s work are summarized and tabulated in this article and are published in their entirety on the AAHA website (www.aahanet.org). The 2006 AAHA Canine Vaccine Guidelines contain information on new… Continue reading Canine Vaccine Guidelines. Revised

A lot of plants we surround us with might be poisonous to our beloved pets, plants you take for granted in your home and in your garden. For your information we have gathered information about the plants, together with images so you can easily identify them just by looking at the pictures. If you suspect… Continue reading Important !!! Poisonous Plants for Dogs.

It’s been a bitterly cold winter for much of the country and it’s not over yet. That’s why it’s important for pet owners to take the proper precautions to keep their animals snug and safe throughout chilly periods. When it comes to managing your pet’s health, a good place to start is looking at your… Continue reading Snug and safe throughtout chilly periods…

By Steve Duno. One stormy night, your six-year-old daughter awakens to the sound of thunder. She runs to you, scared, shaking. You comfort her and tell her that it’s just giants bowling, up in the sky. She smiles, calms down, and crawls into bed with you. You read her a story, then, as she nods… Continue reading Think like a Dog.

In accordance with the City’s Animal Care and Control By-law, pet owners must prevent their pet from constant barking or other noise that disturbs the peace. Such noise may also signal behavioural problems that the pet owner should address. For example, barking or whining is your dog’s way of communicating. Respond immediately to your dog’s… Continue reading Barking Dogs and Other Noisy Animals

Dogs are good buddies. Whatever the season, they’re ready… playing fetch, sleeping in front of the fireplace, hanging out with the kids or going for a walk. As a dog owner, by complying with the City of Ottawa’s Animal Care and Control By-law and removing waste left by your pet, you will help eliminate a… Continue reading 5 Reasons Why You Should Stoop and Scoop

The limits on the number of dogs and cats, over 20 weeks of age, per household within the city of Ottawa are as follows:  three dogs in all areas of the City  five cats in areas not zoned agricultural  where both dogs and cats are kept, a total of five animals, with a maximum of… Continue reading Limits on the Number of Dogs and Cats