Road Trips - Keeping your Dog Safe on the Road

What to Know Before You Get Your Dog - Interview with Margrit Strohmaier

On today’s episode we welcome Margrit Strohmaier. Margrit is an author and animal lover who has just released her first picture book “What to Know Before You Get Your Dog”  - now available in bookstores. We will discuss teaching kids about the responsibilities and joys of owning a dog – we discuss ways in which children can participate in your dog’s care, when to get them involved and how to involve your entire family in the decision of bringing a dog into your family.

Dental Care for Dogs

On today’s episode we welcome Dr Kim Buchanan. Kim is a veterinarian practising at Dundas West Animal Hospital in Toronto. We will discuss some very important topics when it comes to dental care for our dogs – why it matters, when to get started and what we need to be doing daily and annually for our dogs.

Puppy Socialization

Andre Yeu is the founder ofWhen Hounds Fly. With four locations in Toronto, youwill find him at the Queen West location where he teaches Puppy Socialization and Foundation Skills. Andre is one of only two Canadians to be part of the prestigious Karen Pryor Academy Faculty – and now teaches their flagship Dog Trainer Professional program. This Vancouver native is often sought out by the media for his dog training expertise and has made a number of appearances on tv.

Road Trips - Keeping your Dog Safe on the Road

On today’s episode we welcome Alex Kelly, a leader in road safety with over a decade of experience designing strategies for the public, private and non-profit sectors. We will discuss some very important topics as it relates to road safety – including how to minimize distractions, containing your dog safely, preparing for a road trip, keeping dogs safe in the warm summer months and some other important tips to keep everyone safe.

Dog Ownership in the City

On today’s episode we welcome Mary Lou Leiher from The City of Toronto. We discuss a number of key services municipalities offer dog owners including adoptions, bylaws and pet licensing. We will learn what to do in the case of a dog bite and how to ensure your dog’s safety when it comes to wildlife.