Grooming: Highs and Lows

Just like people, dogs break their legs, cut their skin, and get things stuck in their throats. But do you know how to handle these emergencies? Experts believe all dog owners should — even if that means learning how to make your dog more comfortable until you can get them proper care. In this episode, we talk about injury care with Heather Davis and Dr. Lori Berardinucci.

The conversation around dog breeders is complex. What does it mean to be an ethical breeder? What are the dangers of puppy mills? And what can we do as future dog owners to ensure we’re working with the best team for our dog’s health and happiness? With guests, Jeanette Forrey and Barbara Cartwright.

Dr. Peter Venkman of Ghostbusters fame suggested that dogs and cats living together was a sign of the end times, but we think it can work! How should you introduce your dog to a new pet? How can you make sure your cat isn’t stressed out by the new pup? We cover practical tips and pet psychology to find the answers. With guests Dr. Karen London and Dr. Zazie Todd.

We discuss the origins, signs, avoidance and treatment of one of the most widespread health issues for dogs: Worms! Heartworm, ringworm, tapeworm, roundworm, whipworm. The whole menagerie. In this episode, Dr. Michael McLenahan and Dr. Araceli Lucio-Forster join us for a creepy-crawly conversation.

Over the past few years, puppy ownership has been on the rise and the holiday season is the perfect time to cover the fundamentals of bringing home a puppy. In this rerun, we cover puppy basics, including preparing your home for a new puppy and whether you should start crate training your new doggo. This is your Puppy 101. With guests, Sydney Bleicher and Brian Kilcommons.

We all know dogs love to play, but once you understand how a dog thinks, you realize there are certain do’s and don’ts for playtime with your pooch. Should you head to the dog park for zoomies? What toys are great for your dogs and what types of playtime behaviours should you avoid? Find out this episode, with guests, Robert Haussman and Dr. Lindsay Mehrkam.

What should you do when your dog runs away from home? How far do they roam? How long until you should start worrying? We cover tips for encouraging your dog to return home and review services that can help you find your dog. With Laura Caron, a trained Missing Animal Response (MAR) Technician and Kat Albrecht-Thiessen, director of the MAR Network.

How can we ensure we're doing our best for the mouth of our dogs? Find out with guests Dr. Jane Pegg and Dr. Danny DeRose Have you heard that a dog’s mouth is cleaner than a human mouth? The truth is even more surprising! There are many similarities between the mouths of dogs and people. Brushing. Snacks. Toothaches. How can we ensure we're doing our best for the mouth of our dogs? Find out with guests Dr. Jane Pegg and Dr. Danny DeRose. 

What is an emotional support dog and how does its training compare to service dogs? Dogs can provide support through companionship and can help ease anxiety, depression and certain phobias. But who needs that service, who offers that service and how is the life and training of an emotional support dog different than that of other service dogs? With guests, Jeanette Forrey and Dr. Beth Daly.

Professional dog groomers are on the front lines of caring for your furry family members. Whether you're dealing with gum on their paws or getting ready to take the Westminster Kennel Club by storm, you need an amazing groomer in your corner. Sherri talks with Nadia Bongelli, the #1 ranked competitive groomer in Canada, about life behind the stage at dog shows and with Tanya Ellis, her once student and now owner of Pooches’n’Pals, about common myths and misconceptions when it comes to caring for your dog's coat.