Are You Bored or Frustrated With Your Usual Walk? We all know walking is a great way to get out and active with your dog! I walk Kilo 5 times a day, but just short outings around our block. For many more sporty dogs or people with better knees, this would get boring very fast. I try to add spice with short hikes in the ravine or Brickworks at off-peak times, or … [Read more...] about How to Make Dog Walking More Fun!
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You Must See These Incredible Surfing Dogs
You Must See These Incredible Surfing Dogs Can your dog catch more than a tennis ball? How about a wave? I love going to the beach and getting out in the waves. I learned to body surf from a very early age in Australia where I grew up. I also used a board and let me tell you, it is really tough to stand up. Surfing is an exciting workout. You get the benefits of swimming … [Read more...] about You Must See These Incredible Surfing Dogs
Travelling with Dogs in BC
Exploring the BC Coast with Dogs If you are considering a summer trip with your dog, I would highly recommend Victoria, the Sunshine Coast and the Islands north of Vancouver. This past week I have been on a last minute visit, catching up with family and friends and exploring. We have been on planes, roads and ferries. I could not take Kilo the Pug, but I have been pleasantly … [Read more...] about Travelling with Dogs in BC
Visiting Lakes with Dogs
Fun on Lake Muskoka with Dogs The dog days of summer are here. What better way than to escape the heat of the city than to head to a beautiful cottage on a lake? I love water. In Toronto, we are lucky enough to have a network of Lakes within a few hours. Last weekend, we headed north up the 400 highway to one of my favourites called Lake Muskoka. We stayed at a friend's … [Read more...] about Visiting Lakes with Dogs
Kurgo Giveaway – Keep Your Dog Safe This Summer
Great Summer #SurfNTurf Kurgo Giveaway Welcome to the Kurgo #SurfNTurf giveaway that we're co-hosting with DogTipper. Along with some other great blogs, we're giving away a Kurgo Surf 'N Turf Dog Life Jacket to keep your dog safe this summer (and dry this fall and winter!) Swimming can be great low impact exercise. Read our article on Swimming For Dogs Here As … [Read more...] about Kurgo Giveaway – Keep Your Dog Safe This Summer