Finding the right playmates for your dog

Finding the right playmates for your dog

It may come as a surprise but not all dogs like each other. Dogs, just like humans, have preferences about who they like to socialize with. Some dogs will tolerate a lot of rude and rowdy behaviour but that doesn’t mean they enjoy it. At High Tails we pride...
My dog isn’t friendly anymore!

My dog isn’t friendly anymore!

It’s pretty common for us to hear from owners that their dog used to like other dogs but suddenly stopped. Often they can’t put their finger on a specific reason why but with some digging we usually find it happens between 8 months and 2 years old as dogs...
Rally Obedience Trial (CARO)

Rally Obedience Trial (CARO)

High Tails Pet Resort is extremely excited to be our hosting a CARO Rally Obedience Trial on November 18 and 19, 2017. Rally Obedience is a fun sport where you navigate a course of obedience obstacle. Our trial is set up to be fun, rewarding and a great way to try...
Canine Good Neighbour Exam

Canine Good Neighbour Exam

We are hosting another Canine Good Neighbour Exam on Sunday, August 27 at 1pm. This is a great chance for you and your dog to achieve the certification through the Canadian Kennel Club. All breeds and mixes are welcome! For more information on the Canine Good...
Preventing Food Aggression

Preventing Food Aggression

There’s a myth that floats around from pet owner to pet owner and it’s all about your dog’s food. Many pet parents try to teach their new puppies and dogs that they should be fine with the owner (or anyone else) touching their food or taking it away. Unfortunately,...
New Puppy, Old Dog

New Puppy, Old Dog

  It’s a pretty exciting time when a new puppy is added to a family. For some families this is their second dog. We always have dreams that our current dog will be thrilled to have a new best friend to hang out and play with however just like kids sometimes they...
Nail Care for Dogs

Nail Care for Dogs

At our daycare and kennel we see a lot of different dogs. One of the most important things for us to look out for is nail length. Regular nail trims are paramount to your dog’s health.   The length of time in between trims varies dog-to-dog depending on how much...