top of page


Bringing Home Two Puppies at Once
Welcoming home two puppies at the same time ... Twice the love? Sure! Twice the fun? At times. Unfortunately, it is also way more than...

Anastassia
Nov 9, 20234 min read


POTTY BUSINESS TROUBLES
As a breeder im used to dealing with tonnes of poop 💩 and pee and not just from cleaning the yard and my lawn. Puppies are not born...

Anastassia
Aug 11, 20232 min read


Should You Send Your Dog to a Training “Boot Camp”?
Here’s what to know about boarding and training before you drop off your dog. Have you considered sending your dog to stay with a trainer...

Anastassia
Feb 25, 20236 min read


Choosing the groomer for your dog
Choosing the groomer for your dog I’ve had a few concerning calls over the past couple of months. Concerned owners sharing their not so...

Anastassia
Feb 14, 20232 min read


Why Do Dogs Growl?
Here’s what you need to know if you’ve ever wondered why your dog growls when you pet him/her, pick him/her up, brush him/her – or why...

Anastassia
Feb 6, 20234 min read


Let's talk about SERVICE DOGS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT DOGS and THERAPY DOGS
Do you know the difference between all of the three working dogs listed above? This is probably one of the most unpopular topics for any...

Anastassia
Feb 4, 20234 min read


How cold is too cold for a dog? What you should know about hypothermia and frostbite.
Your dog is more than just your constant companion; he/she’s also a beloved member of the family. No matter the season, frequent...

Anastassia
Feb 4, 20233 min read


Excessive Copper in Dog Food May Cause Copper-Associated Hepatopathy (CAH)
Some commercial dog foods contain too much copper- its slow accumulation is quietly harming, and in too many cases, even killing some...

Anastassia
Feb 4, 20234 min read


THE GREAT EXPECTATIONS: What to Expect When Adopting a New Dog
THE TRAP OF UNMET EXPECTATIONS There are different versions of the trap of unmet expectations. One of the most common is what I call the...

Anastassia
Jan 31, 20235 min read


Common Excuses For Not Socializing Your Puppy
👉"Our last dog was perfectly trustworthy." Maybe you were just lucky and picked a born-to-be-perfect puppy. Or maybe you were an...

Anastassia
Jan 17, 20238 min read


American Akita vs Japanese Akita Inu
Two breeds. A side by side photo of a 3.5 year old male Japanese Akitainu (left) and a 1 year old female American Akita. (right) In 2020,...

Anastassia
Jan 10, 20232 min read


PREDICTABLE PATTERNS AND WHY THEY MATTER
We can help our dogs to cope in our world by providing predictable patterns that they can follow, even when the unpredictable happens....

Anastassia
Jan 6, 20231 min read


IN THE FACE OF FEAR
There is a common belief that comforting a dog that is scared, anxious or stressed will just reinforce or encourage them to feel this...

Anastassia
Jan 6, 20232 min read


How is Duck Meat Good for Your Dog
Got an allergic dog, or one with sensitive GI? Or perhaps an elder dog with arthritis or one recovering from a surgical procedure?...

Anastassia
Dec 30, 20223 min read


How to Safely Introduce Your Dog to Other Dogs
Given that our canine companions are a social species, you might think introducing two dogs would be a simple matter of turning them...

Anastassia
Dec 19, 202210 min read


WHAT PUNISHMENT MEANS IN DOG BEHAVIOUR SCIENCE
Ok, so lately I had been approached by a few clients of our boarding hotel facility and extended fur family members on one important...

Anastassia
Dec 16, 20226 min read


IS A TIRED DOG A “GOOD” DOG?
It sounds logical - if a dog is tired from lots of physical activity or environmental stimulation it will settle down and have a good,...

Anastassia
Dec 16, 20221 min read


⚠️WARNING WHEN FREEZING TREAT TOYS
Please ensure that if you are stuffing treat toys and freezing them for your pets, don’t forget to ensure there is a HOLE ALL OF THE WAY...

Anastassia
Dec 15, 20221 min read


Frostbite in dogs - what to watch for
SKIN TURNING BLUE One of the most common signs (and first signs) of frostbite in dogs, and in humans as well, is the skin turning blue....

Anastassia
Dec 15, 20222 min read


‼️ WARNING GET RID OF THOSE AIR FRESHENERS!
NO, most plug-ins, gels, and sprays are NOT SAFE for your dog and can be causing them harm ⚠️ Why?! Most forms of air fresheners, even...

Anastassia
Dec 15, 20221 min read
bottom of page



