Move Your Doggie

Sadie got up to meet me and then went back to her favourite chair. After I fed her and tidied up I got lots of cuddles and she purred a lot. After a while she went back to sleep some more. She is so cute! www.moveyourdoggie.ca

We're always thankful for the wonderful client testimonials. Move Your Doggie is your go to dog walking and pet sitting service for all your pet care needs, serving Ajax, Whitby, and Oshawa in Durham Region, Ontario. Our philosophy is to Move Your Doggie through exercise, interactive play and socialization with the skills and dedication of our professional, friendly and knowledgeable staff. We provide loving care for your pets whether you’re out for the day or... away on vacation. Our services provide a full range of pet care, from individual walks and pack walks, to daily visits, live-in pet sitting and pet taxi services. The first step is to Book A Complimentary Meet And Greet. Visit our website to book! Your pets will love us and you will too! www.moveyourdoggie.ca See more

New research indicates that dogs have also been putting on weight during the lockdown, and that certain breeds are much more susceptible to these weight gains than others. Read more...

Joey and Chet were very happy to see me today. They were both full of energy and ready to walk. They were excited to go for a car ride and go see Sugar for a pack walk. Joey loved chasing squirrels and birds and playing chase with Sugar. Chet loved chasing squirrels and birds and trying to eat sticks.... After a long tiring walk both Joey and Chet wanted to go home and play chase in the backyard. Both Joey and Chet behaved very well. Happy Saturday! www.moveyourdoggie.ca

The Trash Panda. How local residents cleverly, effectively and hilariously kept this racoon safe. Read more... https://www.blogto.com//toronto-canadian-way-keep-raccoon/

We cover Ajax, Whitby, and Oshawa in Durham Region. Our boundaries are: Taunton Road to the North... Townline Road to the East Westney Road to the West Ajax/Whitby/Oshawa waterfront to the South Visits or walks outside of our service area are subject to an out of area service fee. www.moveyourdoggie.ca

Denali came out for two pack walks today led by Alice. Our first pack walk was woth Harper, Blaze and Gus. We walked through the park and around the area. Then we walked in a pack with Rogan, Luna, and Gus.... Denali is a great pack member, he will find his lane quick and doesn't pull ahead! www.moveyourdoggie.ca See more

Health officials are warning Canadians about a salmonella outbreak in dog treats that has put three people in hospital and caused one death. Since February, some Canadians have been exposed to salmonella illness likely because of pig ear dog treats, the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) warned on Tuesday. These dog treats are sold at Canadian Tire and Save-On-Foods, according to PHAC.... Read more... https://globalnews.ca//pig-ear-dog-treats-salmonella-/amp/

Sandy was happy to see me today. Aaron joined us on our walk today. I learned a lot about submission in dogs and following through on a proper sit but following through all the way before giving less tension on the leash. I find that if you over think on your time and movement then it gives the dog hesitation and unsureness of what you’re asking them to do. Tons of information I took from this walk and will definitely be applying to future walks to improve on. Thanks A...aron for joining Sandy and I. www.moveyourdoggie.ca See more

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The Move Your Doggie team is now officially trained on COVID-19 best practices for Dog Walkers and Pet Sitters. As a member of Pet Sitters International we have access to the most comprehensive pet-sitter business and educational tools and resources in the industry, which are used to educate and inform the team. During our most recent virtual, team meeting we covered COVID-19 best practices such as symptoms, how the virus spreads to both people and pets, and safety protocol...s. We also had our Team Leader and Trainer, Aaron, do a team training session discussing the basics about leash etiquette, how to properly wield the leash, and how to use the leash as a tool to build a relationship with the dog. Did you know that improving your communication through the leash helps the dog to understand what you’re asking them to do? Lastly, Walker/Sitter Aerin shared with the team what she recently learned in an online course offered by Walks ‘N Wags Pet First Aid called Off the Grid. This course discussed what to do if your dog is injured and Veterinary care is not readily available. A great supplemental course to any Pet First Aid and CPR training! At Move Your Doggie it’s our mission to enrich the lives of pets and their families. We do this, not only through our natural love and passion for pets, but also by providing added value through continuous education and being the best in the industry. Contact Us today to set up a Contactless or Virtual Meet and Greet! bit.ly/33l53D4

Dexter met me at the door and was ready to go for his walk. He was very energetic but listened well and sat nicely whenever I asked him to. We also practiced following on the leash. Swipe Left!!... When we got back I gave him some treats and he settled and watched me leave. He did great! www.moveyourdoggie.ca See more

A very important thing to understand is your pet’s vaccination schedule. I know, many people are on the fence when it comes to vaccinating their pets, and that’s ok. Your pet should at least have the minimum which is required by law, the Rabies vaccine. Your veterinarian will definitely guide you through your puppy’s vaccination schedule, but here I will give you a general idea of what to expect. Read more... https://buff.ly/308QaBF

Sasha and Charlie were super friendly when we met at the door. The walk was great and they listened really well! We stopped at the park to cool off and rest a bit because it was very hot. When we got back they had water and saw me off at the door. They are awesome!... www.moveyourdoggie.ca See more

Unfortunately Pickering's 2020 Petapolooza Outdoor Pet Festival has been cancelled. Like many other events, here are some Petapolooza pet related content that can be enjoyed from the comfort of your home. https://www.pickering.ca/en/living/petapolooza.aspx#

NEW!! Your Perfect Pet is a Pet Consulting service helping people like you find the best possible pet match for you and your family. In this personal service you will work one-on-one with your consultant who will assesses your personality, lifestyle, and pet preferences, in order to help you decide whether a pet will fit in to your life and if so, what type of pet. Our purpose is to increase the rate of successful pet choices and adoptions in efforts to prevent the rehoming... and abandonment of pets. Our mission is to ensure that you find Your Perfect Pet and that pets find their furever home. CLICK To find out more about how we can match you with your perfect pet! www.moveyourdoggie.ca

Sugar was very happy to see me today. She had a lovely walk with Joey and Chet. She loved chasing squirrels and Joey. She also loved sniffing everything and exploring. We had a nice water break under the trees with a nice breeze and Sugar was all kisses and love. She even had fun rolling around in the grass.... She’s such a sweetheart. www.moveyourdoggie.ca See more

Attention all pet parents!!! Are you strapped for time? There may be a pet food / supply delivery service in your future, which may help add a those extra precious minutes BACK to your day. Time that you can spend with your fur babies. Please complete this SHORT survey, which will help us determine how we can help you with your pet care. ... Thank you... Move Your Doggie Team https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Y5X69C9

Juno was very happy to see me. She had just woken up by the door when I saw her. I took her cone off and she was very happy to go for a walk. Swipe Left!! She loved sniffing everything and exploring. She’s very patient on leash and listens to every command I gave her. She’s such a sweetheart.... I Can’t wait to see her again! www.moveyourdoggie.ca See more

Canada Post is asking homeowners to keep their dogs away. We have seen an increase this year of incidents across the country, the Crown corporation said," Read more..

Duncan and Wiley were very happy to see me today. I took them for a nice walk where they loved sniffing everything and exploring. Once they were done their walk we came back home and they had their food. Swipe Left!!... They behaved really well and no issues with Wiley and his meds. I gave them both fresh water and they have their bowls on the counter prepped for their dinner later. They were really happy and went for a nap as I left. www.moveyourdoggie.ca See more

We had an awesome walk to the lake today! Boone and Ivy had so much fun walking together and giving kisses every time they looked at each other. Boone decided to sniff every blade of grass and flower along the way and had fun finding some sticks at the park! When we got back we played in the backyard for a bit with his baseball. He was such a happy boy! ... We will see him tomorrow! Have a great day! www.moveyourdoggie.ca

Google says search interest in dogs has grown to two times more than cats in Canada throughout 2020. Here are the top 5 pet searches in Canada. Read more...

People have found themselves with more time to welcome a new dog into the home. They don’t have the pressures of time, deadlines and places to be. We've launched Your Perfect Pet Consulting Service! The love of a new furry companion has even caused people to reflect on what’s most important to them. However, a new dog may come with some challenges.... Here are some useful tips to help the newest member of your family feel right at home. 1. Create a Safe Space: Give your dog a confinement area when you first bring her home. This will help her to ease in to the new environment while having a place to feel safe. It will also help to reduce anxiety. Too often, people want to give their new dog the run of the house right away. Then, one day they come home to find that she has chewed the baseboards, their favourite pair of shoes or the leather couch. Then that is when they decide that they have to confine the dog. The problem with this is that now she will see the confinement as a punishment rather than her area where she can go to relax. The confined area is supposed to be a place where she feels safe, or just a place to have some alone time. Confining your dog after she has already caused some destruction, will send a negative message as opposed to a positive one. For puppies, be sure to leave toys and some pee pads in the confined area for the puppy to use so that you don’t come back to an unwanted surprise. It is also best to puppy-proof your house, which means removing anything that can be destroyed by chewing. Consider installing baby gates to keep puppy safe. CLICK to MORE tips to welcome your new puppy, their pet friends and learn about our Perfect Pet Consulting Service! https://moveyourdoggie.ca/our-services/ See more

People are seeing pets as their family. While most pets (79% dogs, 90% cats) were offered food like kibble or canned food, the majority were also fed homemade meals or raw or vegan diets at least some of the time. Read more...

Charlie was very happy to see me this morning. He was full of energy and ready to walk. Charlie loved sniffing everything and seeing other dogs pass him. EVERYONE says hi to Charlie as he is such a sweet boy. Charlie and I had a nice break under the trees with a nice breeze and tons of water. Charlie loved chasing squirrels and birds and rolling in the grass. He is such a sweet boy. www.moveyourdoggie.ca

Callie was very happy to see me today. She was giving me hugs and kisses and ready to walk. I think she was expecting a pack walk or to see some friends today as we walked by my vehicle. I told her no car and she was protesting and wouldn't walk lol. I eventually convinced her that we can take her path and enjoy a nice walk together just the two of us. Callie enjoyed sniffing everything and chasing squirrels and birds. We also saw a frog that Callie became obsessed wit...h until it jumped towards her then she hid behind me whining. She’s such a sweetheart. www.moveyourdoggie.ca See more

Pandemic Pets. New pet owners who found their furever friends during the pandemic share about the early scramble for companionship, the required safety precautions and the cuddly stories that made their efforts worthwhile. Read more...