The importance of Pet First Aid
Do you know what to do if your dog starts choking? Panicking is not a good option. Knowing what to do in an emergency can save your dog’s life. Here at The Dog Stop we offer an in-depth Walks N … Read More
Dog Training for the Oakville-Mississauga, Ontario areas
Do you know what to do if your dog starts choking? Panicking is not a good option. Knowing what to do in an emergency can save your dog’s life. Here at The Dog Stop we offer an in-depth Walks N … Read More
Keeping your dog cool is an ongoing responsibility as a dog owner. The heat and especially the humidity of the summer is especially challenging especially when you and your family want to get outside and enjoy the great summer weather. … Read More
These are some of our recent favourite blog posts: New Training Programs. Our New Training Programs tailored to you and your dog! As well we’ve developed a new flexible group class pass system. Purchase 5, 10, 15 or 20 passes and … Read More
Living with older dogs. Dogs of all ages are special. It’s fun watching and participating with them as they grow and mature from a frisky puppy to a teen to an older adult dog. Older dogs need special tender loving … Read More
Cell phones are great. Texting, email, Web surfing and even phone calls…nothing beats a smart cell phone for staying connected. And that’s just the problem: Cell phones are always with us and it’s become too easy to play with … Read More
Companionship, unfailing devotion, a welcome home tail wag … these are just a few of the benefits of owning a dog. Here are some more…keep in mind that we are biased and love the commitment we’ve made to our dogs: … Read More
We love our dogs and we’re used to their behaviours. Others may not share our love and some may even be afraid. Our Doggie Code of Conduct lists 5 rules to live by for the benefit of everyone: My Owner and … Read More
A healthy, well-behaved dog is a pleasure to live with. Obedience and agility doesn’t happen by accident, it requires proper training for both you and your dog. The benefits grow over time and last a lifetime…as long as you’re consistent. “Use … Read More
Arlene Kiley Owner and Director of Training at The Dog Stop knows the importance of continuing education. In 2008, Arlene left her job as Director Client services in the finance industry to pursue a career as a Dog Trainer. After … Read More
There are a lot of myths surrounding heartworms in dogs. And prevention is really the best medicine: Heartworms are easy to prevent but difficult to treat and cure. Here are the most important facts about heartworms separating fiction from fact: How do dogs get heartworms? … Read More