The Posh Pooch
17 Myrtle Street C1B 1P4 Stratford, PE, Canada

Some Friday fun! Have a great weekend everyone.

I know by now most are following the live Instagram account, however, I figured I would begin sharing the pictures on the Facebook as well. That way no Pooch parents are missing out! Today was a very playful Thursday.

ICYMI: Kennel cough is a serious issue and something pet parents should be aware of! We spoke with Dr. Kristina Hughes of Sackville Animal Hospital to learn more about it! https://bit.ly/33Qm5b7

Good morning to our clients! We do currently have power so we are good to go for the day for now! Here’s to hoping this passes and we don’t lose power! Enjoy your day everyone. Drive safe!

Good morning!! Just a quick note for our clients: with the expected impending weather over the next few days, please give us a call OR check on our Facebook page prior to coming to the facility to be sure we have power and are open! I will post on here by 7:00 AM if we will be open or not. Thank you! Posh Pooch Staff

Did you know that Posh Pooch is on Instagram @ poshpoochpei?? Follow us for even more pictures of your favourite pooches https://www.instagram.com/poshpoochpei/

There will be no walk in nails today or tomorrow as our groomer is out. Sorry for any inconvenience! Thanks! Posh Pooch Staff

Do you have plans this weekend and need someone to care for your furry friend?! We have lots of availability this weekend for boarding! Give us a call or an email to book a space for your dog!

Clyde just got his bath done after a wonderful weekend stay at Posh Pooch Boarding! Call today to book any boarding or grooming needs- LOTS of availabilities!!

Use your Manners! The Sniff test - Stop doing that! The sniff test - a badly engrained habit that society has been taught, without a clear understanding of ...what they're actually doing. When you reach out towards a dog, you are using body pressure AT them, giving them no time to assess whether you are safe & whether they require further investigation to pick up your information. You are forcing an interaction of a relationship that hasn't had time to develop. To some dogs, this is quite rude & the reason a lot of dogs snap at or bite people. This can cause alot of behavioral issues because of layered stress due to forced interactions. If they are on lead, they have no where to go if they are sensitive to spacial pressure, so can end up shutting down, shying away or snapping at your hand so you back off. This is an example of how a dog is now using pressure to turn off pressure & make you back off so they aren't so stressed. People think by offering your hand it can give the dog time to sniff to know you're friendly... they can sniff without being forced to sniff your hand.Their noses are far more superior than ours & they don't need close contact forced upon them to smell you. Some dogs might not want to know you. You have no relationship with them and that's perfectly fine. They aren't your dog so you don't need to touch them or steal pats for your own satisfaction. If you are meeting a dog, what should you do? Ask the owner if you can interact with their dog. Not all people want strangers touching their dogs. Especially strangers who you are unlikely to see again. Stand up straight & relaxed, with your hands at your side. Ignore the dog & talk to the owner. Don't stare at the dog & don't try to force an interaction by going in for a pat. If the dog wants to know you, it will come up to you & sniff around. Usually they will move away & then come back for a second sniffathon. Some dogs will bunt your hands & wag their tails, which are good signs that you're likely an accepted new friend. Give them a few slow pats down their back (NOT THEIR HEAD) & then stop. Is the dog happy? Has it accepted your interaction? This will determine whether you can give it more pats. This is a more stress free option for dogs & a reason why in consultations we can develop a good level of trust, especially with fearful dogs & aggressive dogs, without a bunch of negative side effects from forced interactions.

Happy Friday everyone!!! Looking for a pooch free weekend?! We have 4 spaces available for boarding this weekend! Give us a call TODAY if you would like to book a kennel! (Proof of vaccines are mandatory. Those are: Distemper, Rabies and Bordetella - Bordetella must be given at least 2 weeks prior to coming to our facility IF your pooch hasn't had it before or is past due for it).... Have a lovely weekend everyone!!

https://www.cbc.ca//prince-edward-island/pei-kennel-cough-

Unfortunately there will be no walk in nails today or tomorrow as our groomer is out. Sorry for the inconvenience. Thank you. Posh Pooch Staff

Hello fellow pooch lovers! After being open for a month and tallying the number of daycare buddies, we have some positions open! If you are interested in yearly... (long-term) doggy daycare for select days, contact us as soon as possible. Spots will be filled until maximum capacity. The price (tax-included) for a full day, over 5 hours, is $25.30. A half-day of under 5 hours is 16.10 (tax included). Note: New daycare pooches require a half-day for starting, in order to determine if the pooch matches the daycare pack.

Does your pooch need a spa day?! We have lots of availability for all of your grooming needs! Call us today to book an appointment at 902-566-1287!

Just a friendly reminder that we will be closed Monday September 7th for Labor Day! Sorry for any inconvenience. Boarding will operate under holiday hours! Thank you!... Posh Pooch Staff

We will be CLOSED on Monday September 7th for Labor Day. Boarding will remain open under holiday hours. Sorry for any inconvenience.... Thanks! Posh Pooch Staff

Good morning! Unfortunately I am confirming that we have 1 case of kennel cough. There has also been a noted outbreak in the Summerside area. As with humans kennel cough is a contagious upper respiratory infection and can pass easily from dog too dog. Some people may say that it sounds like the dog has a hair ball or a honking type of cough especially after exertion. Vaccination is the best defence for this infection and those who are vaccinated will have usually mild sympt...oms that will clear on their own, some will require antibiotics and or a cough suppressant. We would appreciate that you keep your dog home if he/she is exhibiting such symptoms. We also ask that if your dog does have kennel cough that you keep him/her home for 10-14 days before returning to daycare. If you have any questions or concerns please give us a call at 902- 566-1287 during regular business hours. Thank you for your compliance Staff of Posh Pooch