When turning one, a puppy (depending on breed) is normally very close to their adult size and weight. By one, most dogs will have all of their permanent teeth and adult coat. We at ‘The Dish’ imagine ourselves being a puppy and it turns out that just like a puppy, we’ve done ...
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10/4/2018 1:38:07 PM
Attending my first dog show since the COVID-19 lockdown Like every other dog show enthusiast in southwestern Ontario, I had an alarm on my phone that alerted me to when entries were going to open for the Elgin County Kennel Club dog show. I was thrilled to receive the c...
/en/The-Dish/September-2020/Back-to-Showing
9/8/2020 2:55:52 PM
Patricia Craige Trotter’s gift to the purebred dog fancy is one that will be cherished for generations . When I first had the idea to start a monthly dog book review, I reached out to several breeders, judges, and handlers in the Canadian dog world whom I respect and ...
/en/The-Dish/January-2021/Book-Review-Born-To-Win-by-Patricia-Craige-Trotte
1/27/2021 11:42:38 AM
Have you ever wanted to talk to your dog while in the show ring or find out what she really thinks about the stud you are breeding her with? Well, the CKC is extremely excited to announce the next CKC seminar, Canine Second Language with Dr. William Blundell, DVM Phd. A...
/en/The-Dish/April-2018/Canine-Second-Language-CKC-Seminar
4/1/2018 7:28:47 AM
Like so many of you, I’ve spent large chunks of my adult life in obedience venues. My perception at the time was that there was pleasure in a few brief moments of any trial day, but that you had to plow through a considerable amount of tedium to harvest it. Now, in the absen...
/en/The-Dish/December-2020/An-Ode-to-Obedience-Trials
12/4/2020 10:42:39 AM
With 175 recognized breeds from seven different groups, there is a lot to know about each breed’s unique natural instincts and characteristics. Whether you are looking to add a purebred dog to your family, or you’re just curious, attending a “Meet the Breeds” event is a great...
/en/The-Dish/September-2019/Meet-the-Breeds-at-the-Red-River-EX
9/18/2019 10:50:51 AM
A well-trained dog holds a universal appeal like no other. Dog obedience competitions and demonstrations are wildly popular at fairs and festivals across the country and many of us have fond memories of the spectacular stunts of Lassie, the Littlest Hobo, Winn-Dixie and Beeth...
/en/The-Dish/February-2018/Sit,-Stay-and-Read…About-the-Incredible-World-of-D
2/16/2018 10:34:08 AM
I personally have never had a dog who reacts towards skateboards. However, many of my friends have had this issue with their dogs and since I live in downtown Toronto, a day does not go by in the spring, summer and fall where I don’t see a dog freak out as a skateboard rolls ...
/en/The-Dish/September-2019/Dogs-and-Skateboards
9/13/2019 2:01:30 PM
Welcoming home two puppies at the same time ... Twice the love? Sure! Twice the fun? At times. Unfortunately, it is also way more than twice the work. As bringing home two puppies simultaneously, or even within a few months of each other, is such a unique situation with it...
/en/The-Dish/November-2021/Bringing-Home-Two-Puppies-at-Once
11/17/2021 9:52:17 AM
Being aware of potential hazards can help you and your dog have a Happy Easter. Many families and friends gather this time of year to celebrate Easter and included in that guest list is, of course, our beloved dogs. While Easter is a fun and cherished holiday, as with a...
/en/The-Dish/April-2019/Easter-Safety-Tips
4/17/2019 10:31:55 AM
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