E-mail taiga_aussies@outlook.com or call Instructor Oceanna Toole at (705) 896-3030. In addition to placements in International League Toss and Fetch competitions, Oceanna's titles include: Herding Instincts Test (HIC) Novice(NTD), Intermediate(ITD), Advanced(ATD) and Expert(ETD) trick dog Agility: ADC, AADC, SGDC, AGDC + many points and achievements in Updog competitions. ... Read More

Thanksgiving left-overs aren't the only things that could be harmful to your pets. As days get shorter and nights get cooler, please keep this list in mind and by all means share it with other Pet parents you know. 1. Nighttime walks: While evening walks happen year-round, with the transition to shorter days, you might not be prepared when darkness falls halfway through your walk.… ... Read More

RACHELLE ROBERTSON says: "Our dogs "BOOTS and WILLOW" have been going here for three years. They take advantage of full-day doggie daycare & overnight stays, and come back home exhausted from hours of play! Staff are great and know them by name when we arrive. When we pull in the driveway we always roll down the windows so they can see & smell where they're… ... Read More

Families often adopt new pets during the summer, so they can spend as much time as possible training & bonding with them. This happened even moreso this year, with everyone in self-isolation. But now with schedules are about to get alot busier and everyone's thoughts turn to going back-to-school, your pets lives can be turned upside-down. Here are a few tips to keep in mind… ... Read More

Many annual in-person fundraising events such as the BMO Ride for Dog Guides have been postponed until 2021, That said, you can still take part "Virtually" and even create your own activities in support of this great cause. It's important to note all actions undertaken by The Lions Foundation of Canada are being (dog) guided on the advice of Canadian Public Health authorities. Not being… ... Read More

Longtime Animal Caregiver OCEANNA TOOLE has just launched "Get Over It Agility Training" here at Pet Country Estate! Ocean's love of training began while working with COPE Service Dogs. She received multiple awards for her efforts. Matching her expertly-trained Golden Retrievers with the perfect person transformed the lives of people with disabilities from across the region. Upon training her first herding dog NIKA (a Border… ... Read More

While adhering to all social-distancing practices, Kennel Supervisors Jennifer VanBodegom and Erika Wall as well as animal caregivers Brittany Croutch & Hunter Sim are here to ensure your pets get the very best care throughout this crisis. We understand: PETS ARE FAMILY! A lifelong animal lover, Jennifer has cared for many pets over the years. With two dogs of her own, Pet Country Estate was… ... Read More

I started breeding cats back in the 1980's. By 1990 I was breeding dogs, first Rottweilers & Golden Retrievers, then Shetland Sheepdogs & Goldens. It was at that time, that I applied to the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) to recognize my kennel name. Edinglas Kennels was born, a division of Pet Country Estate. After much soul-searching and now in my 70th year, I have decided that my current litter will be my last. Once these pups go to their new homes by March 15th, that will be the end of Edinglas Kennels. Do not fear: PET COUNTRY ESTATE will remain… ... Read More

Pronounced Ro"z"lyn, Moonbeam's beautiful Golden Girl is named after Rosslyn Chapel in Scotland. The name itself is thought to have been brought over by the Knight's Templar. Upon fleeing their home country of France, the Templars spread over Spain, Ireland, England & Scotland. Rosslyn Chapel is a gorgeous place. When visiting, the area feels somewhat mysterious, as it is the Templars who held many secrets regarding a vast fortune - which has never been found. Within the chapel there are numerous Masonic symbols that to this day have yet to be deciphered. Hence I picked Rosslyn's registered name as "Secrets… ... Read More

You're just a few clicks away from ensuring even more Canadians with Disabilities get the helping paws they need. The Lions Foundation's National Training Centre in Oakville offers seven different programs. Canine Vision for people who are blind or visually impaired. Hearing for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. Autism Assistance for children who have autism spectrum disorder. Service for people who have a physical disability. Seizure Response for people who have epilepsy. Diabetic Alert for people who have type 1 diabetes with hypoglycemic unawareness And Support Dogs for use by professional agencies with individuals in traumatic situations.… ... Read More