My rescue dog Kai is a husky/malamute cross and is over 12 years old. She has never broken a bone, torn a ligament, needed an allergy pill or had a tooth extraction. She is a healthy weight, has a luxuriously thick coat, clear eyes, and at her last checkup, the vet referred to her as "an athlete."

There is a lot of mixed information available about the pros and cons of adding “human” food to your dog or cat's commercially prepared kibble. Kibble is balanced to provide a set amount of valuable nutrients for the overall well-being of your pet. However, kibble requires high-temperature processing for preservation, and oftentimes, a lot of the naturally occurring vitamins and minerals are lost. Almost all kibble has to have synthetic vitamins added to the recipe to ensure

The holidays bring cheer, busyness, and extra cuddles from our pets. While we celebrate, it’s important to keep animals safe from overstimulation, unsafe décor, and rich foods. Use simple wrapping like brown paper for pet gifts, and involve them in festive activities like winter walks with proper gear. Offer safe treats in moderation and avoid cooked bones. Enjoy the season by giving your pets what they love most—time with you.

With summer coming to an end, many of our schedules are starting to ramp up. Gone are the relaxing days spent outside, be it at the pool,...

Training our companion animals is an essential aspect of pet ownership, and one effective method is clicker training.

It’s summer time, which means long days spent outside, soaking up sunlight, extra time out at the park or on walks, picnics with friends and family and hopefully some peace and quiet in the yard. As much as we may all look forward to summer, weather patterns have really changed in our province these past few years and we are unfortunately faced with more risks being outside. These same risks apply to our pets, and in some cases, they are affected even more than we are. By no

Cats are known for their independent and curious nature, but even the most self-sufficient need some entertainment from time to time. Fortunately, you don't need to break the bank to provide entertainment for your furry friend.

Original publish date: February 29, 2024 | Last updated: October 29, 2025 So that was a really interesting winter we just had… It almost feels too soon to be talking about spring, with how short our snowy, freezing temperatures actually ended up being this year. Nonetheless, c'est la vie! On to the next chapter and for all of you off leash goers, you know what this season brings: the Buena Vista Great Lake puddle! The nasty slew of all of the winter runoff, which unfortunatel

It is hard to pick a place to start when it comes to the benefits of raw, however, as many animals live their lives through their noses and mouths, we shall start there. Ever notice when you open that bag of kibble, it has that smell? It’s not discernible, or necessarily describable, but we associate it with kibble. It’s strange how we are accepting of this product when we generally judge a lot of our food based on smell. We want everything to have a pleasant smell; crackers,

What is it? Leaky gut is when the tissue lining the gut becomes stretched too thin, either through inflammation, or other factors, and allows particles to pass into the bloodstream. How do I know if my pet has it? Generally a pet has Leaky Gut when they appear to be allergic, or intolerant, to all the foods they ingest. These signs can present as itchy skin/body parts, a slightly foul-cheese like odour, hair loss, constant scratching, etc. What do I do for my pet? Starting wi

Managing your cat’s diabetes doesn’t have to be an insulin-injections filled nightmare. Many can reduce the amount of insulin, the frequency of which it's given, and even eliminate the need for insulin, simply by changing their cat's diet. Switching from a kibble based diet, that is sometimes upwards of 80% carbohydrates, to a raw diet, or even canned, with upwards of 5% carbohydrates from vegetables in the form of fibre, can be night and day for your cat.

Learn about the role of diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes in improving their health.

Snuffle mats are interactive feeding and enrichment tools for dogs that provide mental and physical stimulation.

Our feline friends are complex creatures with needs and wants outside of food and affection.

Wildfires have become a frequent occurrence in many parts of the world, resulting in devastating consequences for both humans and the environment. While we often focus on the immediate impact on our homes, health, and communities, it is crucial not to overlook the potential harm inflicted upon our furry companions. The silent threat of wildfire smoke can have severe effects on the health and well-being of our pets. Recently my eldest dog Moose was taken to the vet for breathi

How often do we pet our cats, only to have them drool all over our hands, laps, or the couch? There does come a time when their drooling should be of concern.

Green tripe. If you have had a conversation with one of us here at the store, there is a good chance we have brought it up in one way or another. Kibble feeder? Feed tripe. Picky eater? Feed tripe. Having GI issues (diarrhea or constipation)? Feed tripe. Kidney disease? Feed tripe. We are even starting to learn about how beneficial it is to growing animals in the prevention of the dreaded ruptured ACL. How can this one ingredient be so beneficial in so many different situatio

Our canine best friends, while not strict carnivores like their feline rivals, still thrive on a meat-based diet. Raw food mimics the natural prey diet – anything a dog would have eaten in the wild. Rotating your dog’s proteins not only adds variety to their diet, but ensures they are getting all the necessary nutrients needed, as every protein has a different set of macro and micro-nutrients that some proteins may not offer.

Most of us LOVE the summer heat! We thrive in it, soaking in the sun and enjoying every minute. Our dogs are the same, with one major...

Great question! And it’s one that we get asked regularly. While there are certainly some dog owners who will choose to dress their pets...