Letting go: Examining euthanasia and physician aid in dying

With Canada poised to implement a law allowing terminally ill people to choose the time of their death, while also allowing for doctors with families’ permission to offer euthanasia, the old familiar outcry of those opposed has once again gathered force and volume. Read More

Prairie Post

Pet Patter: dog park etiquette

Animal care is everyone’s responsibility and the business of all of us. Grab your courage and your heart and do what needs to be done with the requisite amount of whatever is required, be it knowledge, tact or stealth. Animals need champions. Read More

Arts & Life

Pet Patter: vetting your vet

Taking the time to choose the right vet for you is crucial and it is equally important that you be a diligent client and parent. Read More

Arts & Life

Pet Patter: to spay or not to spay

As an animal care giver I am astonished to still see so many un-neutered dogs at dog parks. I ask the parents why this is so and the response is usually related to breeding. Read More

Arts & Life

Pet Patter: Dog massage, part two: Therein lies the rub

The act of pet massage ought to be relaxing for both your pet and for you, so make sure you are in the right frame of mind before you begin. Do not hesitate to pat your dog or praise him while administering massage. Be sure to speak softly. Your dog should view this process as a treat or reward; something to enjoy, not endure. Let us do everything we can to make them feel safe, stimulated and loved. Read More

Arts & Life

Pet Patter: Dog massage, part one: Therein lies the rub

Like us, our dogs get sore feet, aching shoulders and assorted other minor pains that can be alleviated considerably with properly-administered pet massage. Read More

Arts & Life

Pet Patter: Saving your pet’s life, part three: Choking

In this our continuing series detailing the most common perils that could befall your pet we look at steps to take when your pet is choking. Read More

Arts & Life

Pet Patter: Saving your pet’s life, part two: Ingesting poisons

In this continuing series detailing the most common perils that could befall your pet we look at ingestion issues, specifically what do when your pet has eaten something poisonous. Read More

Arts & Life

Pet Patter: Saving your pet’s life, part one: CPR

This monthly column is a space for simple, useful directions, tips and information to help you keep your animals safe and happy. Many pet parents… Read More

Arts & Life

Pet Patter: Animal grab bag

This monthly column is a space for simple, useful directions, tips and information designed to keep animals safe and happy. Read More

Arts & Life

Pet Patter: For the love of leash

Training tips for you and your dog. Read More

Business

Dogtopia: Deluxe doggy digs pads to the Prairies

Nearly 14 years ago, Virginia native Amy Nichols saw a need that was not being met. She saw dogs being left at home, lonely and… Read More

Columns

Pet Patter: Off-leash fun

The benefits of off-leash dog parks are great and varied, both for dogs and their guardians. Read More

Arts & Life

Pet Patter: Are you right for a pet?

The next time you feel the impulse to bring an animal into our homes, take stock and make sure you have the time and energy to create a happy life for it. Read More

Arts & Life

Pet Patter: Doggy dinner and cat cuisine

I am asked frequently what and how much to feed dogs and cats. The answer depends on a variety of factors, and requires you, the pet parent to stay vigilant and educated. Read More

Arts & Life

Pet Patter: Identifying body language in dogs

Recognizing a few key signs in a dog is always helpful. Read More