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Caring For Your Dog During Winter

January 19, 2017. We found a great article on Dogs Naturally Magazine that we thought we ought to share with pet parents by Dr. Ashwani Singh. Does your dog love the winter or would he rather cuddle up on the couch under a cozy blanket? Either way, you should be prepared to protect him when he ventures out into the elements. Many dog owners live with the misconception that because their pets have a coat of fur, they can tolerate the cold better than humans. This isn’t necessarily the case.

Valentine's Day Treat for Your Dog

January 12, 2017. Your pooch may not know it’s Valentine’s Day, but he’ll definitely know you love him when you give him these awesome homemade treats, courtesy of Gourmet Dog Treat Recipes. A touch of honey and cinnamon add just the right blend of sweet and spice to this gourmet dog treat. 1/4 Cup Water,
1/4 Cup pureed Banana,
1/2 Cup plain Yogurt,
1 Tablespoon Honey,
1 Tablespoon Canola Oil,
1 Teaspoon Cinnamon,
1/2 Cup Oat Flour,
1/4 Cup Rice Flour,
1 Cup Wheat Flour.

Hypothermia: Keeping Your Dog Safe in the Cold

January 5, 2017. Oh Baby It's Cold Outside! When winter rolls around it typically brings freezing temperatures too. Along with the cold comes another danger for dogs: hypothermia, which is a dangerous drop in body temperature. While the condition can affect both dogs and humans, it affects dogs more severely both because they are generally smaller than people and because a dog’s normal body temperature is higher than ours. Read the causes, diagnosis, what to do for hypothermia, and how to

What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?

December 22, 2016. If you're concerned about leaving Kookie and Kevin home alone on New Year's Eve give us a call. We may have Overnight Boarding spots available at Kamp K-9. Sometimes pet parent's plans get changed. You never know! We wish all of our readers the best of the holiday season and a simply superb 2017.

Postcards and Letters from Kamp K-9

DOGA (dog yoga) is alive and well on Saturday afternoons from 2:30 until 3:30. Come to Kamp K-9 in Mississauga with your dog and meet Shannon your DOGA teacher (with Lady and Chico). $20 (includes tax). Enjoy a super cool, heartwarming bonding experience and let's keep Fido and Fifi fit and active this Winter.

A new dog trainer will be coming on board with fun new activities for Kamp K-9ers. Watch for sessions like Dogs for Babies, Snappy to Happy and Triebball. All starting soon!

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Holiday Boarding and Daycare

December 8, 2016. Need a shopping day for the big event? Want to cook, bake and decorate the house in peace? Having a party at your place? Going away for the holidays? Those are just a few of the reasons smart pet parents trust Pete and Pippa to us at Kamp K-9. We offer Daycare and Overnight Boarding for your BFFs. See our Daycare Rates & Packages and Kamp K-9 Boarding Rates. Someone special on your nice list? Kamp K-9 Gift Cards are available for 2-legged and 4-legged friends and family

Doggy-Noggy Recipe

December 1, 2016. Traditional eggnog isn’t safe for dogs, but with some creative substitutes, they can enjoy this holiday treat alongside you while you're "roasting chestnuts on an open fire". Ingredients: 16 ounces of plain, organic yogurt (low fat), 1 chicken breast (boiled, unseasoned), 1/4 cup of green beans, 1/4 cup of carrots, 1/2 cup sweet potatoes (steamed) or pumpkin puree (plain), 1 egg, 1-1/2 cup water. Put everything in a blender or food processor and

Kamp K-9 Needs Help!

November 24, 2016. We need a Bookkeeper starting January 1st. Know someone who's good with numbers? Please walk them our way. We're looking for a reasonably priced, experienced bookkeeper starting January 1. We're also looking for a Groomer to start yesterday. We know you're out there! The krew at Kamp K-9 needs you! Please talk to Top Dog, Sue Quinn if you'd like to be your own boss and set your own hours! Give Sue a call at 905.278.KAMP

Oh There's No Place Like Kamp K-9 for the Bow-Wow Holidays

November 17, 2016. Book Betty and Barney's ho-ho holiday boarding dates today! Space at Kamp K-9 fills up quickly. Why? Because every kabin is an enormous 5’ x 8’ with lots of space for Rover to rove. Even better, kabins at Kamp K-9 are see-through from top to bottom. That way we can always supervise what is going on at any given time. The holidays will be here before you know it! Book today. Call Kamp K-9 at 905.278-KAMP

6 Everyday Items That Are Dangerous for Dogs

November 10, 2016. Canines are curious beasts. They enjoy exploring their surroundings with their noses and mouths and can easily ingest common household items that could be toxic! Watch out for these common culprits: People food. Compared to dog food, people food is typically richer, higher in fat and spicier. Dogs that indulge in people food tend to experience gastrointestinal upset or in severe cases can develop inflammation of the pancreas. Chocolate is one of the more common human

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Wellness

Many alternative therapies have been found to assist humans lead a more stress-free and pain-free lifestyle. Some of these therapies have now been modified to allow our pets to enjoy the same kind of stress-free... Read more

U-DO-IT Wash Stations

Unfortunately our Wash Stations are currently closed at this time until we find a new location. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to find out where we might open next. Keep your own tub or sink... Read more

Training

Along with Sue Quinn (Leader of the Pack) performing Private Lessons with your furry family member, Kamp K-9 also offers various programs through Canine Rainbow (with Livia DiGiovanni and Dusan Jovanovic). Training helps your dog... Read more

TAXI KAB Service - Coming Soon!

Coming Soon! Kamp K-9’s Taxi Kab Service is a convenient service that is available for those families whose lives are really hectic (who's isn't); or for families that don’t own a car or maybe even those people... Read more

Reiki Therapy for Dogs

A Japanese hands-on healing art using the healing energy from the Reiki Master’s own hands to help restore balance, peace and harmony to the four-legged patient. Once your pet becomes comfortable with the Reiki Master,... Read more

Play Sessions

Although Kamp K-9's facility had to close due to a new landlord taking over, Sue is currently watching your furry family members at her home in the Applewood Heights area of Mississauga (Tomken/Bloor/Dixie/Dundas area). It... Read more

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Reader's Choice Award Voting

Kamp K-9 Reader's Choice Awards Nominee! Kamp K-9 has made the short list thanks to all of your nominations in choosing us as the Best Pet Boarding-Daycare facility in Mississauga. A big bark-out to those who nominated us. Woof Woof! You CAN NOW VOTE for Kamp K-9 (and lots of other deserving businesses)... Read more

Breaking News from Kamp K-9

Kamp K-9's Old and New Location! Kamp K-9 has been given an actual Closing Date of May 31st, 2019. This does not give us alot of time to find a new location or move our stuff into storage (whichever comes first) but we are not giving up! Our staff and friends and... Read more

Devastatingly Sad News from Kamp K-9

Kamp K-9 is devastatingly sad to advise that our facility will be closing very soon, HOWEVER, we are hoping to find a new location to continue looking after your fur-babies. The new landlord/developer that took over the building last year advised that they want to receive almost double the rent... Read more

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Canada's Guide to Dog Vaccines

In recent years, concerns have been raised about immune-mediated disease following vaccinations. However, there is still significant scientific controversy regarding the data available. While there is no doubt that annual vaccinations have helped eradicate the incidence of once common viral diseases such as canine distemper, hepatitis, and canine parvovirus, many... Read more

Heartworm Disease In Dogs

Protecting your pets from Heartworm disease in Ontario (Ontario Veterinary Medical Association) Heartworm is a serious and potentially fatal condition caused by parasitic worms that live in the heart, and blood vessels that supply blood to the lungs of infected animals. Pets can contract heartworm disease from mosquitoes that are infected with... Read more

Recommended Dog Vaccinations

Distemper, Adenovirus, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus, Corona virus, Bordetella, Lyme Disease, Giardia, and RabiesVaccinations are imperative to the health of your dog. I've outlined different dog vaccinations and puppy vaccinations that might be recommended by your veterinarian.Vaccinations are what keep your dog from getting sick; your veterinarian will let you know... Read more

The Farley Foundation

Established by the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA) in 2002, the Farley Foundation (a registered charity) assists people (disabled, seniors, etc) in need by subsidizing the cost of veterinary care for the pets that mean the world to them. The Farley Foundation is generously administered by OVMA. Donations from the veterinary... Read more