top of page
Dogs4Walks Pet Care Blog


Budget friendly enrichment ideas for your dog
Muffin Pan and Ball Puzzle Here’s something fascinating to think about: your dog’s wolf ancestors spent most of their waking hour’s hunting, foraging, and problem-solving just to find their next meal. Fast forward to today, and our dogs are served bowls of kibble twice a day without lifting a paw. Comfortable? Absolutely. But their clever minds still crave challenges and stimulation. The good news is that keeping your dog mentally enriched doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Over
David Mendoza
3 days ago2 min read


Budget friendly enrichment ideas for your dog
Here’s something I find fascinating: your dog’s wolf ancestors spent most of their waking hour’s hunting, foraging, and solving problems just to eat. Fast forward to today, and your pup gets a bowl of kibble delivered twice a day without lifting a paw. Comfortable? Absolutely. But that clever brain of theirs still needs a workout. The good news? You don’t need to spend a fortune to keep your dog mentally stimulated. Over the next few weeks, I will be posting Do-It-Yourself en
David Mendoza
May 211 min read


Spring Preparation for your Dog
With spring just around the corner and the world awakens from its winter hibernation, its time to prepare you dog for the warmer weather. Springtime in Toronto brings muddy paws, shedding, and blooming flowers. Here are some ways to keep your dog happy and healthy for the springtime season. Spring in Toronto spans from March to May and can be fickle when it comes to the weather and temperature. March temperatures usually average around 4°C – 5°C April hit highs of 11°C and L
David Mendoza
Feb 273 min read


Winter Care for Your Dog
With the cold winter months still upon us, it’s important to take extra care of your dog. Cold temperatures, ice, snow, and salt can all lead to discomfort or injury if precautions aren’t taken. Paw Care and Protection Your dog’s paw pads can become irritated or cracked in cold, dry conditions. This can be painful and may lead to infection. Irritation can also occur from de-icing salts, with white rock salt being particularly harsh. Signs of paw discomfort include: Limping Li
David Mendoza
Jan 272 min read
bottom of page