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Long before Doodle Dogs opened its doors in Calgary, co-owner Corey White had the idea of owning a boutique pet store in the city. “I used to love going to Vancouver, and there were so many awesome pet stores there,” explains Corey, who owns the store along with his sister, Meghan. “Fast forward eight years to jobs we don’t like and we finally decided to do a pet store.” Doodle Dogs began in 2016 with 500 square feet of retail space and a 200 square foot dog daycare. It has since expanded and remodelled, with two locations in Calgary and...

Keep on Watering: How to Help Your Pet Stay Hydrated This Summer After all those months of cold weather, it’s safe to say that almost everyone looks forward to the summer. Sunshine, trips, beaches, camping - it’s hard to go wrong! But when those temperatures finally start rising and we find ourselves reaching for an ice cold drink at every opportunity, it’s important to remember that our furry friends feel the heat just as we do, and they need to hydrate more than ever in the hot months. This July, we’re recognizing Pet Hydration Awareness Month and taking a look...

For Lucy Jabrayan, founder of Thrive4Life Holistic Pet Food Store, it’s all about the animals. “I’m an animal lover,” she says. “For me it’s so much more than a business, because when you touch people’s lives, even if someone comes into my store and doesn’t make one purchase, but they leave empowered, they leave excited, that’s a job well done. So it’s so much more than a business for me when you’re touching people’s lives and you’re helping animals. It’s so rewarding.”Thrive4Life, which opened in 2018 as a retail store for premium pet foods and unique lifestyle products for cats...

9 Pet-Friendly Events Across Canada This July and August Looking to get out and about with your favourite pup this summer? We’ve rounded up some of the best dog-friendly events taking place across the country for you to enjoy with your furry friend. 1. Ultimutt Music Bingo with Dog Friendly KW & Becca Hosts Voted the top two Event and Party Planning businesses of 2022 by Kitchener-Waterloo Community Votes, Dog Friendly KW and Becca Hosts are celebrating their achievement with a series of pup-friendly trivia and music bingo events! Bring your dogs and human friends to take part in the...