The Portuguese Water Dog recently made it in the top ten list of most popular breed in Canada. It’s no wonder the breed has caught on in recent years. Portuguese Water Dogs are renowned for their high energy, intelligence, and independence. Their medium size and non-shedding coat add to their appeal. Portuguese Water Dogs

Whippets are a modern(ish) dog breed developed in the 1600’s by crossing Greyhounds with terriers and later with Italian Greyhounds to achieve their current sleek look and even, active, independent temperaments. The popularity of Whippets rose with the popularity of racing in the 1800’s. Unlike greyhound racing, which is generally frowned upon and considered cruel,

As we begin to prepare for the busy holiday season this year, it is important to keep in mind that many common holiday treats and decorations can be very toxic to our pets – particularly as we are spending more time at home with them and may be tempted to share in our indulgences. The

The toy Spaniel breeds originate as far back as the Renaissance times, with the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel originating in 17 th century Britain. At the time, two British monarchs, King Charles I and his son Charles II, were particularly invested in the black and tan variety of the toy spaniels that were later named

There is no hard and fast rule as to “how often” you should bathe your pet. However, there are a few things we should be aware of when considering bathing a pet. All pets may need a bath once in a while, and some of that is dependent on the a) type of pet and

Approximately 38% of households in Canada have one or more cats in their home. From personal experience, however, I can say that you typically won’t find single cat households often, and if you do, it won’t be long until they become multi-cat households. It’s like your favourite potato chip – you can never just have