Essential Reading


by Julia Breau and Nancy Beaurpere As those of you who follow us on Instagram may have seen, all Dingo’s staff members are now fully trained and certified in PackPro, an online training toolkit for dog daycare professionals. Packpro has been an invaluable resource for us to efficiently train our […]

PackPro: How we use this online training resource and ...


It goes without saying that a dog displaying aggressive tendencies is likely to be excused from daycare, after all, our first and most important role as purveyors of dog care is to keep our charges – the dogs – safe; however, aggression is not the only cause for expulsion.  While […]

Wag More. Bark Less.


Our region is experiencing more frequent and more intense heat waves than ever before.  During a “heat wave” or periods of high temperatures and high humidity, we would strongly suggest that heavy coated, brachycephalic and dogs who do not tolerate the heat well refrain from daycare or take advantage of […]

Suggested Policy with Regards to “Heat Waves”




Leaving your dog in a new place can be a nerve-wracking experience. “What if they aren’t watching my dog?” “What if my dog gets lonely without me?” Every travelling dog parent deserves the peace of mind that comes with knowing your dog is comfortable and happy, alongside a familiar, friendly face. […]

We are NOT a kennel by Kevin Ash, Dingo’s Assistant ...


The “long, cold winter” is over. Flowers and trees are in bloom. The days are getting longer, the nights shorter. As we stand firmly ensconced in spring yet eagerly awaiting our favorite time of year here at Dingo’s – summer – please keep the following reminders in the forefront of your mind. The Sun Our […]

Summer Weather Reminders





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We’ve all seen the “Missing Dog” signs posted around town; there are even Facebook groups devoted solely to locating beloved dogs that have gone missing. For the owner of a timid dog, the flight risk is real. In addition to micro-chipping your dog (more info on this to follow in […]

Dingo’s Best Practices/Policy Update: “Break Away Collars”



large furry dog in a wading pool
The “long, cold winter” is over. Flowers and trees are in bloom. The days are getting longer, the nights shorter. As we stand firmly ensconced in spring yet eagerly awaiting our favorite time of year here at Dingo’s – summer – please keep the following reminders in the forefront of your mind. The Sun Our […]

Warm Weather Reminders