The date is set for The Lions Foundation of Canada's Fall Open House. Saturday, October 13th, everyone's invited to tour their National Training facility located at 152 Wilson Street in Oakville, Ontario. That's where you'll meet many incredible canines (and their humans of course) both trainers and volunteers who are dilligently preparing them to work as: Canine Vision for people who are blind or visually… ... Read More

Here at Pet Country Estate, we believe 'Guardian Angels' have 4 paws, cold noses, wagging tails and courageous hearts. As we do each year at this time, we encourage you to take a moment to remember TARA & TIREE. For those of you who may not be familiar with this story, we invite you to share this link with everyone you know. The Incredible Rescue… ... Read More

As Hallowe'en approaches, here are a few OSPCA-approved tips to remember heading into October: Strange and/or loud noises, as well as little people ones going in-&-out of your home can be quite upsetting to your pet(s) and can even lead to harm. A constantly ringing doorbell and the presence of costumed strangers can cause animals to panic, putting both pets & people in danger. When… ... Read More

Committed to promoting responsible Dog Ownership at all levels, thank you for helping us reach this Facebook milestone! Don't forget, you can also follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Bookmark all 3 social media pages, and your daily newsfeeds will be filled with lots of pet-friendly/good news stories, along with Puppy Updates, Health & Training Tips, Agility & Obedience class schedules. Have a question, comment… ... Read More

Please join us in welcoming Caroline Swinford to our extended family here at Pet Country: Caroline writes: “I grew up in a house with lots of pets!" Originally from Texas, my cat "RUSSELL"... Black Lab X named "MISSY"...and my cockapoo "BAILEY" are all part of my huge animal family. Whether horseback riding, dog sitting or volunteering, I’ve been involved with animals my whole life, so… ... Read More

While evening walks happen year-round, with the transition to shorter days you might not be prepared when darkness falls halfway through your walk. That’s why it’s a good idea to have some kind of reflective gear on you and your dog, especially in areas with cars zooming by. Other things to keep in mind include: Mushrooms: Cool rainy weather and composting leaf piles make the… ... Read More

Dear Liz and Jim: After almost 15 years we have had to say goodbye to our most precious boy "BAY". We want to say thank you and everyone at Pet Country Estate for entrusting us so many years ago with this beautiful Golden puppy, who turned out to be the love of our lives. Bay was everything a Golden Retriever is supposed to be. Special… ... Read More

You can contribute to a future Dog Guide's early development, through The Lions Foundation of Canada's "Adopt a Dog Guide Puppy" program. To symbolically adopt a Dog Guide Puppy (or give one as a gift) please click on the Adoption Brochure. In addition to offsetting first-year veterinary costs, you'll receive a personalized certificate for your tax deductable donation. Bookmark their website for more info, or feel free to browse all the gift-store items available here. ... Read More

This is our solemn promise to you! Our caring, professional staff personally screen all prospective owners, to ensure our beautiful Golden Retrievers find the perfect homes. Local owner/operator Liz Gordon goes to great lengths to help you choose the right breed to match your lifestyle. Not only will she advise you on how to best care for a Golden, she also turns people away who cannot provide her pups with the ideal environment in which to thrive. Dog Ownership is a lifetime commitment: Any decision with regards to their health and well-being should not be taken lightly. With that in… ... Read More

Whether visiting the dog park or getting together as a group, playtime with other dogs is an important part of their socialization. With that in mind, you must be mindful to make this a positive experience, and minimize the risk of illness or injury for all involved. Here are some tips & guidelines to keep in mind, to do just that: Young pups should avoid areas with heavy dog traffic, until fully-vaccinated. Avoid interactions if yours dog is ill, or has recently been in contact with an ill dog. Female dogs in heat should not attend group events or visit… ... Read More