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The Paw Journal

Helpful notes for #petparents and #petpeople.

Short logs from our care days — boarding tips, walk routines, and calm stories from pet parents across the GTA.

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Toronto Adventures

The Ultimate Guide to Dog-Friendly Toronto: Parks, Walks & Activities for Dogs

Toronto is rapidly becoming one of the best cities in North America to raise a dog. From expansive green spaces hidden within the urban jungle to a growing number of businesses welcoming our four-legged friends with open arms, there is no shortage of adventures to be had.

Pet Chauffeur

What makes pet chauffeur service feel safe and calm?

Secure transport starts with planning, sanitized vehicles, steady handling and clear communication.

Comparison of different dog harnesses and collars for heavy pullers

Training

The Best Equipment for Heavy Puller Dogs: A Complete Guide

If you've ever felt like your dog is auditioning for the Iditarod every time you step outside, you know that standard walking gear just doesn't cut it. A heavy puller isn't just exhausting to walk; they are a safety risk to themselves and to you.

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Boarding preparation

Preparing your dog for a calm boarding stay

A practical guide to food, routines, comfort items and intake details that support a smoother boarding experience.

Dog walking calmly on loose leash beside owner showing proper technique

Training

Why Does My Dog Pull on the Leash? (And How to Stop It)

If walking your dog feels more like an upper-body workout than a relaxing stroll, you are not alone. Leash pulling is one of the most common behavioral issues dog owners face. It's frustrating, exhausting, and can even be dangerous on icy sidewalks or in heavy traffic.

New puppy with essential supplies and checklist for bringing dog home

Care Tips

The New Dog Checklist: Everything You Need Before Bringing Your Dog Home

Bringing a new dog home is one of life's greatest joys—and let's be honest, one of its biggest adjustments. Whether you are welcoming an eight-week-old puppy or adopting a mellow senior rescue, those first few weeks set the tone for your life together.

Happy dogs playing in safe supervised daycare environment with attentive staff

Care Tips

How to Choose the Right Dog Daycare: 12 Things Every Pet Parent Should Check

Dropping your dog off at daycare shouldn't be a source of anxiety—for you or your pup. At our DTdogs.ca Paw Park on Queen Street East, we know that entrusting your best friend to someone else is a massive leap of faith. Not all daycares are created equal.

Dog showing stress signals with pinned back ears and whale eye

Behaviour

How to Tell If Your Dog Is Stressed: 15 Signs Every Dog Owner Should Know

Dogs can't use words to tell us when they are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or fearful. Instead, their bodies speak volumes. As a behaviourist, one of the most common things I see is well-meaning owners missing the early, subtle whispers of stress—until the dog is forced to 'shout' through reactivity or aggression.

Dog being professionally groomed with brushes and grooming tools

Health & Wellness

How Often Should You Groom Your Dog? A Complete Grooming Guide

Keeping your dog looking sharp isn't just about aesthetics; it is a core component of their overall health and behavioral well-being. At DTdogs.ca, watching pups of all shapes and sizes socialize and play at the Paw Park reminds us daily that a well-groomed dog is a comfortable, happy dog.

Behaviour

Common Dog Behaviour Problems and What They May Be Trying to Tell You

When a dog acts out, our first instinct as humans is often to look for a quick fix to make the annoyance stop. But behavior is simply communication. Down at our Paw Park on Queen Street East in Toronto, watching the daily pack dynamics is a constant reminder that dogs are always talking to us—we just need to translate.

Dog resting comfortably in boarding facility with caregiver nearby

Care Tips

Dog Boarding vs. Dog Sitting: Which Is Better for Your Dog?

Leaving town is stressful, but leaving your dog behind is often the hardest part of the trip. As a behaviourist, I am constantly asked whether a dog should go to a boarding facility or stay home with a pet sitter.

Active dog running and playing outdoors showing proper exercise

Health & Wellness

How Much Exercise Does Your Dog Really Need? A Guide by Age, Breed & Energy Level

As a behaviourist, one of the most common root causes I see for destructive chewing, excessive barking, and leash reactivity isn't a 'bad' temperament—it's simply pent-up energy. We expect our dogs to adapt to our modern, stationary lifestyles, but their bodies and minds are built to move.

Dog relaxing during a calm supervised care routine

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