The Pro Dog Walkers

12/19/2024

Your Dog Knows Exactly How Many Treats You Give Them!

Ever feel like your dog is keeping count of every treat you hand out? Well, they just might be! Dogs are surprisingly good at knowing exactly how many treats you’ve given them.

Recent studies show that dogs can understand basic numerical concepts. They can differentiate between quantities, such as choosing a larger pile of treats over a smaller one, much like we do.

Scientists suggest that while dogs don’t process numbers the same way we do, they do rely on visual cues to make decisions about size and quantity. This ability is rooted in their evolutionary instincts. These instincts helped dogs navigate the world around them and make important decisions, like hunting and choosing the best resources.

So the next time your pup picks the bigger bone or the larger portion of food, remember—they’ve got some impressive number skills, even if they’re not using a calculator!

12/19/2024

DAILY WALKIES
THURSDAY THOUGHTS
DECEMBER.19:🎄

A-Acton/E-Erin/EM-Eden Mills
G-Guelph/P-Puslinch/R-Rockwood

EARLY MORNING-8-10: ☁️
Coco 8:00 (G)
Nina-8:00 (G)

MORNING-10-12: ☁️
Alice-10:00 (P)
Aussie-10:00 (G)
Nash&Ovi-10:00 (R)
Bandit&Shia-10:45 (R)
Leo2-11:00 (G)
Sophie-11:00 (G)
Isla-11:00 (G)
Roxy-11:45 (G)
Kip-11:45 (G)

AFTERNOON-12-2: ☁️
Louis-12:15 (R)
Izzy&Ivy-12:30 (G)
Cricket-12:30 (G)
Leia-12:45 (R)
Griffin-1:15 (G)
Bodhi-1:15 (G)
Wagney-1:30 (R)

LATE AFTERNOON-2-4:☁️
Sauga&Cinder-2:15 (G)

EVENING-5-10:☁️
Roxy-7:15 (G)
Tucker3-8:00 (G)

12/18/2024

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12/18/2024

DAILY WALKIES
WEDNESDAY WRAPPING
DECEMBER.18:🎄

A-Acton/E-Erin/EM-Eden Mills
G-Guelph/P-Puslinch/R-Rockwood

EARLY MORNING-8-10: ☁️
Coco 8:00 (G)
Nina-8:00 (G)

MORNING-10-12: ☁️
Alice-10:00 (P)
Piper-10:00 (G)
Nash&Ovi-10:00 (R)
Sequoia&Rowdy-10:45 (P)
Maya-10:45 (EM)
Izzy&Ivy-11:00 (G)
Mia-11:00 (G)
Toby&Piper-11:30 (R)
Sophie-11:30 (G)
Kip-11:45 (G)
Luna-11:45 (G)
Roxy-11:45 (G)

AFTERNOON-12-2: ☁️
Bandit&Shia-12:15 (R)
Tank-12:15 (G)
Mackie-12:30 (G)
Bodhi-12:30 (G)
Wagney-1:00 (R)
Tucker2-1:00 (G)
Sauga&Cinder-1:30 (G)

LATE AFTERNOON-2-4:☁️
Bella-3:00 (P)

EVENING-5-10:☁️
Roxy-7:15 (G)
Tucker3-8:00 (G)

12/17/2024

It is with great sadness that we wish to honour the memory of our long time Team Member: Merida

Merida sprouted her Angel wings after many wonderful years with her family and has now gone to find her brother Gimli.

We wish her lots of love and enjoyment as she crosses over the Rainbow Bridge and continues on her many adventures with her brother, as her owners mentioned, “I’m sure Gimli was waiting for her, he was her brofur and he took that job seriously.” 🌈

Merida you will be sadly missed. ❤️

12/17/2024

DAILY WALKIES
TREE TRIMMING TUESDAY
DECEMBER.17:🎄

A-Acton/E-Erin/EM-Eden Mills
G-Guelph/P-Puslinch/R-Rockwood

EARLY MORNING-8-10: ☁️
Coco 8:00 (G)
Nina-8:00 (G)

MORNING-10-12: ☁️
Piper-10:00 (G)
Alice-10:00 (P)
Nash&Ovi-10:00 (R)
Maya-10:45 (EM)
Kip-11:00 (G)
Sophie-11:00 (G)
Isla-11:00 (G)
Louis-11:30 (R)
Roxy-11:45 (G)
Aussie-11:45 (G)

AFTERNOON-12-2: ☁️
Tucker3-12:00 (G)
Kharma-12:15 (E)
Bodhi-12:30 (G)
Bandit&Shia-12:45 (R)
Mackie-1:00 (G)
Bella&Max-1:00 (R)
Sauga&Cinder-1:30 (G)
Wagney-1:45 (R)

LATE AFTERNOON-2-4:☁️
Roxy-4:30 (G)

12/16/2024

12/16/2024

DAILY WALKIES
MIRACLE MONDAY
DECEMBER.16:🎄

A-Acton/E-Erin/EM-Eden Mills
G-Guelph/P-Puslinch/R-Rockwood

EARLY MORNING-8-10: ☁️
Coco 8:00 (G)
Nina-8:00 (G)

MORNING-10-12: ☁️
Piper-10:00 (G)
Nash&Ovi-10:00 (R)
Alice-10:00 (P)
Sequoia&Rowdy-10:45 (P)
Maya-10:45 (EM)
Sophie-11:00 (G)
Kip-11:00 (G)
Mia-11:15 (G)
Guinness-11:30 (P)
Toby&Piper-11:30 (R)
Bodhi-11:45 (G)
Griffin-11:45 (G)

AFTERNOON-12-2: ☁️
Cricket-12:00 (G)
Tucker3-12:15 (G)
Bandit&Shia-12:15 (R)
Isla-12:30 (G)
Roxy-12:45 (G)
Aussie-12:45 (G)
Wagney-1:00 (R)
Tucker2-1:15 (G)
Mackie-1:15 (G)
Sauga&Cinder-1:30 (G)

LATE AFTERNOON-2-4:☁️
Bella-3:00 (P)
Roxy-4:45 (G)

12/15/2024

WEEKEND WALKIES
SUNDAY FUNDAY
DEFENVER.15: 🎄
G-Guelph

AFTERNOON-12-2:☁️
Tank-12:00 (G)
Roxy-12:45 (G)

12/14/2024

Happy Saturday!

It was quite a chilly last few days on the dog walks but our PDW Team Members didn’t seem to mind at all! Please enjoy this week’s collage of our furry friends by your Dogwalkers who bravely took their hands out of their mitts to snap some photos.

Can you believe Christmas is upon us already?! Who’s ready for it?

A friendly reminder of our Holiday Hours:

HOLIDAY HOURS: 🎅 🎄
Dec.24:Christmas Eve-Limited Hours(8-4/no evening)
Dec.25-Christmas Day-Closed
Dec.26-Boxing Day-Closed
New Years Eve-Limited Hours(8-4/no evening)
New Years Day-Closed

12/13/2024

What is Splooting?

Does your dog do the classic “sploot” — the adorable frog-like stretch where they lay flat with their legs splayed behind them? While it might look funny, this stretch is actually quite natural and even beneficial for your pup!

The sploot is a common position for dogs, especially after playtime or a nap. It helps them stretch their hip joints and relieve tension, particularly for breeds with flexible bodies like Corgis and Dachshunds.
For some dogs, it’s simply a comfortable way to relax, while for others, it’s part of their daily routine to keep those muscles and joints in check.

Not every dog sploots, and that’s okay! If your dog does, it’s typically a sign of a happy, relaxed pup. However, if your dog is splooting excessively or seems to be struggling to move afterward, it could be a sign of a hip or joint issue, so it’s always worth keeping an eye on any changes in their behavior.

So next time you see your dog in this adorable pose, remember: they’re probably just getting some serious relaxation time in.
Sploot away, little buddy!

12/13/2024

Please Give A Woof Woof & High Paws Up For Our New PDW Team Member: Griffin

Griffin is a 13 month Yellow Lab.

We are excited to have him join the PDW Team next week! 🙌

12/13/2024

DAILY WALKIES
FA LA LA LA FRIDAY
DECEMBER.13:🎄

A-Acton/E-Erin/EM-Eden Mills
G-Guelph/P-Puslinch/R-Rockwood

EARLY MORNING-8-10: ☁️
Coco 8:00 (G)
Nina-8:00 (G)

MORNING-10-12: ☁️
Nash&Ovi-10:00 (R)
Alice-10:15 (P)
Maya-10:45 (EM)
Sequoia&Rowdy-11:00 (P)
Kip-11:00 (G)
Mia-11:30 (G)
Toby&Piper-11:30 (R)
Ryder-11:45 (G)

AFTERNOON-12-2: ☁️
Roxy-12:00 (G)
Aussie-12:15 (G)
Bandit&Shia-12:15 (R)
Bodhi-12:30 (G)
Peppy&Mogli-1:00 (R)
Holly-1:15 (G)
Sauga&Cinder-1:30 (G)
Bella&Max-1:45 (R)

LATE AFTERNOON-2-4:☁️
Wagney-2:30 (R)
Bella-3:00 (P)
Roxy-4:00 (G)

12/12/2024

Cold Weather Alert ‼️‼️ 🥶

Please be advised that your PDW Dogwalkers will be taking your pets welfare into account and will adjust the walks accordingly. Any temperature and windchill below -10 all walks will be reduced to 30min or less and remainder of time spent with indoor warm-up/play & cuddles.

Thanks for your cooperation
Barbara & The PDW Team 🐾

12/12/2024

The holidays are always a great time to give back.
What better way to do that than by helping pups in need? Many dogs are looking for a little extra love and care this time of year, and there are simple ways we can all make a difference.

Donate: Consider donating to local animal shelters or rescue organizations that work to provide food, shelter, and medical care for animals who don’t have a home to go to this winter. You can also look into sponsoring a dog for the holidays, where your contribution goes toward their care and adoption fees, helping them find a forever home.

Volunteer: If you have spare time to donate, look into volunteering at your local shelter or foster a pup for the holidays. Fostering gives dogs a temporary home and the chance to relax away from the stress of shelter life, especially during the busy holiday season. Plus, it’s a heartwarming experience that can make the holidays feel extra special.

Give: Not finding anything exciting for your holiday wish list? Or maybe you’re shopping for someone who seems to have it all? This year, why not make your gift-giving extra special by giving back to dogs in need? Add a donation to your favorite animal organization to spread the holiday cheer and help pups who could use a little extra love.

This holiday season spread joy to pups in need by giving back in a way that feels good. Whether through a donation, volunteering, or supporting a cause, your kindness can make a positive impact on the season. ❤️🐾

12/12/2024

DAILY WALKIES
THURSDAY THOUGHTS
DECEMBER.12:🎄

A-Acton/E-Erin/EM-Eden Mills
G-Guelph/P-Puslinch/R-Rockwood

EARLY MORNING-8-10: ☁️
Coco 8:00 (G)
Nina-8:00 (G)

MORNING-10-12: ☁️
Nash&Ovi-10:00 (R)
Alice-10:15 (P)
Maya-10:45 (EM)
Sequoia&Rowdy-11:00 (P)
Sophie-11:00 (G)
Kip-11:15 (G)
Bandit&Shia-11:30 (R)
Aussie-11:45 (G)

AFTERNOON-12-2: ☁️
Roxy-12:00 (G)
Kharma-12:00 (E)
Bodhi-12:00 (G)
Leia-12:15 (R)
Mackie-12:45 (G)
Tucker2-1:00 (G)
Peppy&Mogli-1:00 (R)
Wagney-1:00 (R)
Sauga&Cinder-1:45 (G)

LATE AFTERNOON-2-4:☁️
Holly-2:30 (G)
Roxy-4:00 (G)
🐶New Client Meet&Greet-4:45 (G)

12/11/2024

DAILY WALKIES
WISHLIST WEDNESDAY
DECEMBER.11:🎄

A-Acton/E-Erin/EM-Eden Mills
G-Guelph/P-Puslinch/R-Rockwood

EARLY MORNING-8-10: ❄️
Coco 8:00 (G)
Nina-8:00 (G)
Alice 9:45 (P)
Piper-9:45 (G)

MORNING-10-12: ❄️
Nash&Ovi 10:00 (R)
Sequoia&Rowdy 10:30 (P)
Maya 1045 (EM)
Izzy&Ivy-10:45 (G)
Sophie-11:00 (G)
Kip-11:30 (G)
Toby&Piper 1130 (R)
Roxy 11:30 (G)
Reba-11:30 (R)
Mia-11:45 (G)

AFTERNOON-12-2: ❄️
Isla 12:15 (G)
Kharma-12:15 (E)
Ryder-12:15 (G)
Louis-12:15 (R)
Tucker2-12:45 (G)
Bodhi-1:00 (G)
Bandit&Shia-1:00 (R)
Luna 1:00 (G)
Tank-1:30 (G)
Peppy&Mogli-1:45 (R)
Mackie 1:45 (G)

LATE AFTERNOON-2-4:❄️
Sauga&Cinder-2:00 (G)
Holly-2:15 (G)
Wagney-2:30 (R)
Bella 3:00 (P)

EVENING-5-10:❄️
Tucker3-8:30 (G)