Being a dog owner is more than a responsibility - it’s a lifestyle. Our Lifestyle & Community section celebrates life with dogs in Canada: fun seasonal activities, DIY projects, travel tips, and local stories that bring owners together. Whether you’re exploring pet-friendly events, creating homemade treats, or dressing your pup for Halloween, this is where inspiration meets connection. Join a growing community that celebrates the joy dogs bring to everyday life.
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This article explores the best greeting exercises to stop dogs from jumping, barking, or biting when meeting people. It explains why dogs act out during greetings - often from excitement or overstimulation - and provides step-by-step training tips to promote calm behavior.
Discover practical and creative ways to keep your dog active indoors this winter. From games and training to DIY enrichment, keep your Canadian pup happy and healthy no matter how low the temperature drops.
Living in a condo or small space doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the companionship of a dog. This guide highlights the best apartment-friendly dog breeds in Canada, from affectionate Toy breeds like the Havanese and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to calm, quiet companions such as the French Bulldog and Whippet. Discover low-energy, low-shedding, and well-mannered dogs that thrive in condos and city living, plus expert tips for training, grooming, and choosing the perfect breed for your lifestyle.
Get crafty this Halloween! Explore fun, safe, and budget-friendly DIY dog costume ideas you can make at home with simple materials.
Get ready for spooky season! Explore 15 of the best Halloween dog costume ideas for 2025 - from classic pumpkins to DIY superheroes - with safety tips for Canadian pups.
Potty training (house training) in a condo or apartment can be challenging, but with the right routine, tools, and Canadian-specific strategies, your puppy can succeed indoors and outdoors.
Friendly, melodic names shine for female pups. Favourites like Luna, Bella, Daisy, Lucy, Lily, and Rosie are popular for a reason - clear, upbeat, and trainer-approved. Consider Hazel, Ivy, Ruby, Piper, Winnie, and Nova if you want timeless with a twist.
Short, bold, and easy to call—male dog names often carry a strong consonant that pops at the park. If you like classic choices, start with Charlie, Max, Cooper, Milo, Leo, and Duke; for modern vibes, try Finn, Theo, Hudson, or Maverick.
Want something fresh that still passes the “trainer test”? Unique picks like Cosmo, Orion, Echo, Zephyr, Indie, or Rogue stand out without confusing your dog during cues.
Cute names lean short and sweet, perfect for cuddle bugs and clowns. Think Waffles, Mochi, Peanut, Biscuit, Poppy, and Teddy - each one fun to say and great for positive recall.
For confident, athletic dogs, strong names offer presence and clarity. Try Rex, Thor, Atlas, Diesel, Titan, or Xena - each delivers punchy syllables and crisp consonants for clear recall.
Outdoorsy families love names that nod to trails, lakes, and sky. Willow, River, Aspen, Juniper, Skye, and Clover are calm, earthy picks that age beautifully.
Colour names highlight coat and personality in one. Consider Onyx, Hazel, Ruby, Pearl, Indigo, or Slate to match markings and make photos pop.Outdoorsy families love names that nod to trails, lakes, and sky. Willow, River, Aspen, Juniper, Skye, and Clover are calm, earthy picks that age beautifully.
