Happy Tails Pet Resort and Camp

01/02/2025

"I can't believe its been a year now since I came home from Canada, a trip that kick-started a whole new chapter of my life.

I didn't originally travel to Ontario to stay with Lisa, but after a change in circumstances, she welcomed me at short notice and I am so lucky that she did.
Working with animals was something I have always been interested in, my first part time job was at a racing stud which I loved, but knew I couldn't do it forever.

My stay at Happy Tails showed me that the career I was looking for was one with dogs, and I began learning my strengths in working with dogs in a professional setting, alongside some encouraging words from Lisa.

With that in mind, I arrived back in the UK with a feeling of inspiration and immediately begain looking for ways to get into dog grooming. A couple months later, I had my first day at dog grooming college.

After completing my course, I found a job in the west country, and now live and work in the Cotswolds full time. I look back fondly on my time in Canada and will always be grateful for Lisa's encouragement to step into a career with dogs.

I've attached some photos below of some recent dog grooms, my dog at home, foals at the stud, time in canada, and my last day at college.

Happy new year! Lily Morris. (England)"

Such an incredible journey, Lily! 💕 It’s been amazing to watch your passion and dedication to animals transform into a fulfilling career. From your time with us at Happy Tails to pursuing your dream in dog grooming, you’ve truly made the most of every step along the way. I’m beyond proud of all you’ve achieved and the positive impact you’re making in the animal care world. 🐾✨

[Thank you for sharing your story with me and the world. Wishing you all the continued success and happiness in your career and life in the beautiful Cotswolds. I have no doubt you’ll keep making a difference in the lives of so many furry friends! 🐶💖

Best wishes for an amazing 2025! 🌟

With love and gratitude,
Lisa and the Team from Happy Tails

01/02/2025

"I can't believe its been a year now since I came home from Canada, a trip that kick-started a whole new chapter of my life.

I didn't originally travel to Ontario to stay with Lisa, but after a change in circumstances, she welcomed me at short notice and I am so lucky that she did.
Working with animals was something I have always been interested in, my first part time job was at a racing stud which I loved, but knew I couldn't do it forever.

My stay at Happy Tails showed me that the career I was looking for was one with dogs, and I began learning my strengths in working with dogs in a professional setting, alongside some encouraging words from Lisa.

With that in mind, I arrived back in the UK with a feeling of inspiration and immediately begain looking for ways to get into dog grooming. A couple months later, I had my first day at dog grooming college.

After completing my course, I found a job in the west country, and now live and work in the Cotswolds full time. I look back fondly on my time in Canada and will always be grateful for Lisa's encouragement to step into a career with dogs.

I've attached some photos below of some recent dog grooms, my dog at home, foals at the stud, time in canada, and my last day at college.

Happy new year! Lily Morris. (England)"

[Such an incredible journey, Lily! 💕 It’s been amazing to watch your passion and dedication to animals transform into a fulfilling career. From your time with us at Happy Tails to pursuing your dream in dog grooming, you’ve truly made the most of every step along the way. I’m beyond proud of all you’ve achieved and the positive impact you’re making in the animal care world. 🐾✨

Thank you for sharing your story with me and the world. Wishing you all the continued success and happiness in your career and life in the beautiful Cotswolds. I have no doubt you’ll keep making a difference in the lives of so many furry friends! 🐶💖

Best wishes for an amazing 2025! 🌟

With love and gratitude,
Lisa and the Team at Happy Tails

12/20/2024

Tis the season. Falalalala...lalala hah!

12/16/2024

We've been busy here at Happy Tails, and these snow angels make it all worth while! More pictures to come soon. Enjoy!

12/14/2024

*lol*

12/14/2024

Reposting with current Pictures of Pete:

Please share another desperate plea from Pete's rescue. Cassia (from his rescue) wrote:

Thank you, Brantford Expositor, for sharing his story this weekend!
Pete is our last dog available for adoption from the Burford hoarding situation. We rescued 51 dogs, 4 cats, and a turtle from this nightmare.
This shy and misunderstood boy has been in foster care/boarding at Happy Tails since he arrived back in our care after his original rescue, who stepped up for him very abruptly closed.
His awkward parrot-jaw smile makes me smile, too. He's a good dog, deserving of a good home.
Pete has always held a special place in my heart, and I want nothing more than for him to be happy, relaxed, and free after what he was born into. I wish I had room to bring him home myself, but it's just not in the cards. I have my own Burford dog, PB, and she's a handful on her own.
We are at the end of our paid time at Happy Tails. To take advantage of the best discounts available to us as a rescue, we need to purchase 100 days at a time.
This Christmas expense is not easy, but we have to make it happen for our boy. Bouncing him around somewhere uncertain is definitely not the answer.
Finding his Forever home is proving to be very difficult, especially post-pandemic.
He does need a special home.
Kid free. Secure yard. Other dogs.
Those are musts
But generally, once adjusted, he's an easy dog who won't need any car rides or walks around the block for some time. That stuff is too scary. A warm house and a fun, safe yard are all he needs.
In the meantime, until we can find that, Happy Tails Pet Resort and Camp has become his home, and he loves it there.
Lisa has done a fabulous job making sure he is well taken care of and he's grown some confidence too. My only downside is how far of a drive it is to visit, but sometimes I think if Lisa was any closer.....she wouldn't ever get rid of me, lol.
Until he can finally be adopted- Pete needs your help this holiday season with financial donations to cover his boarding fees.
Every dollar adds up and will make our boy's Christmas a great one.
I know it's a lot to ask, and I always feel guilty because everyone's tight right now, but Sato Saved supporters are like an army that comes together to make the worst times the best times—a force to be reckoned with. We got this together; I know we do.
Please share and help if you can 💙
Wanna adopt? Read his bio!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/CuvM6s3oHHKvAM6S/
E-transfer to [email protected]
Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/SatoSavedEOTL
Our goal by Monday is $3500
Donations so far: $2292 🥰 as of Saturday morning

12/13/2024

12/09/2024

"My travel to Canada has profoundly changed my relationship with dogs. I had dreamed of meeting my four-legged companion with whom I would share my life, my travels, and my adventures.

This call to meet this future dog led me to Lisa at Happy Tails Resort (Muskoka) where I learned to reconnect with dogs, absent for years from my life. A beautiful relationship with a dog there opened my heart and showed me that I had room inside me for deep affection and friendship with a dog. I wanted to honour this wonderful encounter and experience by naming my future dog after her.

The dog at Happy Tails, who opened my heart, came from Nunavut for her summer and regular holidays with her owner, who is a teacher there.
A few months later, I discovered the far north and the world of the Mushers in Canada. The northern world of sled dogs is filled with these magnificent and powerful Alaskan huskies living in a pack whose howls connect us with their wild nature. I worked with sled dogs in the Yukon and the NWT. And there she was… this lovely baby dog surrounded by her brothers and sisters at -45 degrees Celsius. Everything made sense; everything brought me to this place to meet her, my Bailey.

Since then, we've been sharing our lives, and my only priority is to provide her with a rich, fulfilling, and stimulating life where she can be my best friend, express her instincts, and run without limits!

Here is a short video I made with her and a few of our photographs. My life is full of love for her and for the life we share, and I am truly grateful. "Marine Gluck (France)

[My heart sings for you, Marine and your sweet Bailey, as well as for Bailey from Nunavut! So grateful to be a small part of your journey to meet while being your host. You are awesome with dogs! Bailey, and you are blessed! Merry Christmas and lots of love, Lisa and the Happy Tails Team. XOX]

12/09/2024

Choosing the 100-day plan is the most cost-effective way to ensure long-term care for our resort guests. However, SATO has many dogs in urgent need, and it must manage its expenses carefully. Their primary focus is to find perfect, loving homes for each dog. After four years in rescue, Pete has witnessed the unfortunate state of a collapsed and failing animal welfare system. The solution isn't simply about creating more laws or rescue organizations; it's about protecting and enhancing our genuine animal welfare resources. This includes safeguarding all pet homes through assisted care and social services to lessen the impact of not providing assistance. Additionally, we must encourage the youth in these families to pursue meaningful, educated careers in animal sciences. This approach aims to establish equity in effective animal care services across all strata of society, addressing the root issues within each community.

12/06/2024

Homemade Baileys for Christmas gifts! It’s 1 tsp cocoa powder, 1 cup heavy whipping cream, 1 cup of whiskey and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and one 14 ounces can of sweetened condensed milk ❄️🎄
Must express something to keep getting my recipes.... Thank you.
Recipe in First (c.o.m.m.e.n.t ).

12/02/2024

For those concerned, we are doing great at the resort during winter's stormy arrival. The new plowman is doing a great job on the snow removal, so we are easily accessible. For those making the drive north, today's clients used the backroad detour, which took them longer, but it was safe and avoided all of Hwy 11's troubles.

We are always Muskoka Prepared. :) Our large Generac generator runs on a supersized propane tank, which also fuels our in-floor heating in the resort and boiler heat in the farmhouse.

The Generator also keeps the automatic waterers heated (outdoors with the heat trace lines) working, and indoors, all our waterers are working, and all systems go. The Generac also keeps all our Freezers and Fridges working, too. And our propane stoves, still have their automatic starts ;)

The phone lines are down, but the Fibre Internet is working, so the Ooma office system answers our lines, and we can access our online booking and messages.

The furkids and the international helpers are thoroughly enjoying the snow!

Most of today was a winter wonderland with blue skies above and snow-laden trees. Woohoo Winter has arrived! Stay safe, let the furkids play in the snow, and give them cuddles afterwards. Just beware of the potential of their head-butting. ;)

Lisa and the team at Happy Tails

12/01/2024

Gees, I think Benny, my 15-month JRT pup, just broke my nose. He is a fit machine and easily jumps from the floor to the back of a chair or the couch. I was bending down to pick up his chewed lobster toy, and at the same moment I was heading down, he bounded straight up into my head with his. I saw stars, blood and tears flowed, and now I think I might get two black eyes out of it. Darn, but Jack Russel Terriers are hard-headed creatures who can sure mess up the face and bedazzle the thoughts of their people. My grey matter feels like it was hit by a truck! It may still be vibrating...I need a strong cup of Tettle's tea and a bag of frozen peas.

Lisa. (Seriously, I'm okay. I just won't be able to compete in any beauty pageants ; * lol*)

11/28/2024

‘Tis the season to play in the snow! Just a little reminder that tomorrow is your very last chance to grab the biggest deals of the year during our Black Lab Friday Sale—and it’s also the last time we’ll have sale prices for at least 6 months!

From now through tomorrow, Friday, Nov. 29, you can enjoy an extra 15% off all our packages. With our packages already offering discounts of 10%, 17%, or 25% off daily rates, this means you’re saving up to 40% right now! 🐶✨

And remember, our packages never expire and can be shared between pets, making it a no-brainer to book now while the sale is on if you’re ever planning a future stay for your pups at our cozy cottage-dog getaway.

And don’t forget about our referral program! If you share the sale with a friend who isn’t already a Happy Tails customer, and they book one of our packages during the sale, you’ll get a FREE overnight stay for your pup as our way of saying thank you. 💛

Thank you, as always, for choosing Happy Tails and supporting our business—it means the world to us to care for your furry family members. We love watching all these happy tails wagging and can’t wait to see more of them soon!

Don’t miss out—head to www.happytailsmuskoka.com to book your package before it’s gone!