Author - Steve King

Steve KingSteve King was President and Founder of Community Therapy Dogs Society, a volunteer with Lions Foundation of Canada and a dog trainer.

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Tale of the tail

They all have one: some are long and fluffy, some are short and stubby, some are curly, but all of them are an extension of the spine. Yes, dogs’ tails...

Columnists - Steve King

Winter wear for dogs

Now that the mercury has plunged and Mother Nature has us in her wintry grasp, when is it appropriate or necessary to clothe your dog in winter wear? The all...

Columnists - Steve King

Dog wishes for 2019

With 2019 now on us, I’d like to share with you some wishes I have for the New Year that relate to our furry friends. •I’ve always had a problem...

Columnists - Steve King

Good medical practices for your dog

For a number of years now I have had the pleasure of knowing Dr. Gabby Rotaru whose veterinary practice (Chestermere Vet Clinic) has helped ensure that the...

Columnists - Steve King

Christmas and your dog

“Christmas comes but once a year and when it does it brings good cheer”. Please make sure that “brings good cheer” applies to...

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Mitten Mania

Chris Rilling, first began sewing in high school, and eventually started making children’s clothing, pajamas, and quilts. “I’m into the...

Columnists - Steve King

How we may be stressing our dogs

A couple of weeks ago I touched on the topic of signs of stress in your dog. Let’s take a look this week at some of the ways that humans may...

Columnists - Steve King

Dogs’ Paws

Your dog may get groomed and brushed and, occasionally, dressed up to the suit the occasion but beyond nail-clipping paws are not always looked upon in the...

Columnists - Steve King

Pee mail

At one time or another we have all watched our dogs pee and, if you’re like me, have wondered why it takes forever for a dog to decide what is so special...

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Spotting stress in dogs

Stress, what stress? It seems like it’s everywhere and it’s not just humans that are feeling it.  But do you recognize when your dog is showing...


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