PAMPERED POOCH
Looking to spoil your beloved dog? Go all out at these luxe spas.
Dogee Spa and Retreat
Bring Lola to Christi Powell’s spa for the ultimate pampering. Nothing is out of the question — aromatherapy, hot oil treatments and doggy cologne are but some of its offerings. Seeking out a mohawk, a Hello Kitty or some leopard spots? Look no further.
179 Avenue Rd.
dogeespa.com
Dogfather & Co.
This is the place to go for Rosedale pups with expensive taste. Make sure your dog’s nails are in tip-top condition with a mani and pawdicure, complete with pad moisturizer and protector to help those paws go the extra mile.
1007 Yonge St.
dogfatherandco.com
Woof & Shloof
Word of mouth has helped this noted groomer make quite a name for itself on the St. Clair strip. Dubbed the “royal grooming experience,” your pup will emerge looking her best — plus she can have some play time with new pals, too.
666 St. Clair Ave. W.
woofandshloof.com
TRAIL TAILS
There’s nothing better than a great hike in nature with your best friend.
Trail at Mono Cliffs
Mono Cliffs
You’ll have to pack up the pooch for a mini road trip, but it’s totally worth it. Grab a cooler and some doggie snacks (a Bosco and Roxy’s Yogrrrz pupsicle, mayhaps), and head to this part of Canada’s oldest trail. Stop at the Mono Cliffs Inn for a frosty one on the patio before heading home.
brucetrail.org
Vista
This 1.5 km loop located in the sprawling Rouge Park is perfect for those seeking a scenic hike. The path meanders through both forest and meadow, offering panoramic bluff views of the Little Rouge Creek. You’ll never guess the city’s just a skip and a jump away.
rougepark.com
Sun Valley
Located in the Crothers Woods region of the Don River Valley — a 52-hectare woodland packed with maple, beech and oak trees — this trail boasts a wonderfully verdant backdrop, ideal for leisurely walks or extended runs with your athletically inclined canine.
www1.toronto.ca
CHEWS YOUR TREATS
From raw food to organic shampoo, this pup’s for you.
Treats from Trixie's Kitchen
Wooftown
Any pup worth its weight in, um, chew toys has a birthday worth celebrating. Order custom-baked goods from Trixie’s Kitchen at this Summerhill boutique. Peanut butter bone cake? Hot dog treat for a hawt dawg? Poop tart?! Now that’s a fete that’ll have all the tails wagging.
wooftown.ca
Rawco
When a very sick English bulldog puppy had parents Marisa Pavan and Nathan Peterson worried silly, they tried feeding her a raw diet. After witnessing a complete 180 in her health, the duo devoted themselves to the cause, establishing their own raw food company that delivers to your door.
rawco.ca
World of Angus
Who says your wee dachshund doesn’t deserve organic shampoo? Snap up some deliciously scented washes, such as cedar pine or rosemary mint, that are made here in Toronto. With natural, organic and biodegradable ingredients, they won’t harm the environment or your dear pet.
worldofangus.com
PUPPY GEAR
Keen to up your dog’s style game? Look no further than these items to keep them looking très cool.
A) Skull dog bed
whitewashco.ca, $99.99
B) Ka-ka-kerchief
theroverboutique.com, $32
C) Plaid bow tie
sitstaydogemporium.com, $10
D) Doggie pack
maggiemodena.com, $57
E) Dog hoodie
hwbp.ca, $44
MUGS & PUGS
Toss that phone camera and capture your pooch’s oh-so-cute mug in new ways.
The Stardust Studio
Get a custom portrait of your pet done in acrylic on canvas, without having your pet sit for hours. Send in a photo with your background colour request, and it’ll be done in two weeks. Voilà!
thestarduststudio.etsy.com
LLB Creative Studio
Make like William Wegman and have a professional photographer capture your Weimaraner (or other breed) in refined-yet-quirky poses.
lauralbenn.com
DOGGONE ACTIVITIES
Let your four-footed family members step outside their comfort zone.
K9 Trick Workshop
Heading back to the classroom is always a good idea, and these tricky lessons are hot tickets. Bell ringing and hoop jumping are some of the skills your pup could pick up.
pawsway.ca
Uberdog Ranch
Uberdog offers door-to-door service to Northumberland County. Dogs can go B & B (bed & biscuit) and prance around on a cool 65 acres.
uberdog.ca
