Guides for Canadian dog owners
Answers before you buy, and for every year after.
Practical, sourced guides on breeders, costs, health, training and the law in every province.
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Yukon’s Animal Protection and Control Act: what changed
The 2024 law that replaced the Dog Act, and what it means for owners and businesses.
#law
What a real puppy contract includes
The clauses that protect you and the puppy.
#puppy
Your rights when a puppy is sick after you buy it
Contracts, health guarantees and where to turn in each province.
#health #law #puppy
Health guarantees: what they cover and what they don’t
Reading the fine print before you sign.
#health
Microchipping in Canada: registries and why updating matters
A chip only works if the registry has your phone number.
#health & vet
How to get PawTrace verified: document checklist
Everything to gather before you start.
#for breeders
Dental care for dogs: brushing, chews and cleanings
Why dental disease is so common, and a routine that works.
#health
Pricing your litter fairly and transparently
What buyers expect to see included.
#for breeders
Parasite prevention through the Canadian seasons
Fleas, ticks, worms and heartworm, month by month.
#health #seasons
Early socialization programs breeders use
ENS, Puppy Culture and simple home routines.
#breeders #puppy
Senior dogs: what changes after age seven
Checkups, diet, mobility and comfort.
#health & vet
Fostering a dog: how it works and what it costs you
What rescues provide and what fosters give.
#costs #rescue
Toxic foods and household hazards for dogs
Chocolate, xylitol, grapes, antifreeze and more, and what to do fast.
#health #safety
Exercise needs by breed group
How much activity herding, sporting, toy and giant breeds really need.
#health & vet
Recall training: teaching your dog to come every time
A step-by-step plan from the living room to the park.
#training
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