Maple Hill Canine Centre

01/11/2024

Gertie and I got to visit with these little guys at a local breeder.
Just 4-weeks old, this litter is all spoken for!

01/06/2024

He never stops surprising me… watched Gertie play hockey last night and was the best boy! As always! 🥰
This is socialization training. Many think it is interacting with other dogs. That is a very small part! It is ensuring your dog is able to respond to you by displaying acceptable behaviour in various social interactions.

01/04/2024

The Pool is OPEN all year long!
A great exercise for your dog during the cold winter months!
Ralph did awesome developing her swimming skills!
Thanks Michelle for bringing Ralph to the pool!

12/25/2023

Merry Christmas 🎄from a few of our holiday guests!

12/22/2023

It doesn’t seem that long ago… I can remember his wake up calls at 6am and only wish I could be angry for being woken up so early.
The boy who stole my heart and introduced me to the Tosa.
Miss you and Ruari every day!

12/16/2023

We play and walk in the dark too!
We should have bought shares in a headlamp company! 😁 And some of our little guests like Oakley here play inside!

12/13/2023

Coming in the New Year, we will be offering opportunities for dogs to come out and “Learn to Pull.” As well as the opportunity to use some fitness equipment with your dog to learn how to strengthen all of their joints and muscles while improving mobility and confidence. We will discuss the nutritional needs of a dog conditioning to weight pull, or any other sport, while also discussing how to maintain the average dog’s weight and offer additional nutritional support they might need. We will also be offering opportunities to come out and refresh some training skills.
These are drop-in sessions, registration online is open until 24-hours before the session starts.
Any questions just send us a message!
Dates in 2024: Tuesday January 9th & 23rd @ 6:30-7:30pm and Saturday January 20th 1:00-3:00pm.

12/13/2023

We’ve been busy with our guests these past few weeks. Training, swimming, hydrotherapy, grooming, and playtime. We’ve been learning lots, getting cleaned up for the holidays, having fun, and feeling great!

12/11/2023

Today was a mild & wet day! And of course muddy in our yard today! 😬
Bella & Daisy Mae don’t seem to mind! 😊

12/06/2023

Update on Loxley’s progress after having aspirated pneumonia.
Hospitalized October 27th, antibiotics for 2-weeks, follow up November 8th, more antibiotics for another week, emergency vet November 21st, more antibiotics for another 2-weeks, follow up today significant improvement but still congestion and inflammed airways. Let’s see if he continues to improve without any further interventions.
Gained 5 more pounds! 😮

After this experience he’s decided a few liver treats aren’t worth it! 😊
Anyone who hasn’t had a mastiff doesn’t know what a “lapdog” really is! 😂

12/03/2023

Already we’ve had a special delivery this morning… Goose Heads and Feet! The dogs say “Yummy and Good for My Joints too!”
4-Heads or 6-Feet for $8
(frozen individually and then packaged so you just reach in and grab one at a time!)
Limited quantities, won’t last long!

12/02/2023

Finally she has figured out to keep her front legs below the water! 😁 So proud of little Miss Lucy!

12/01/2023

As the Holidays are approaching and we have many guests coming to stay with us over the holidays we want to let our clients know that we continue to take the highest level of cleanliness as our priority to ensuring the health of your pets.
Using accelerated hydrogen peroxide both indoors and outdoors, kills bacteria within 30-60 seconds and breaks down bodily fluid on contact!
We continue to require that all dogs and cats boarding at our facility have up to date core vaccines as provided by the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society.

https://ontariospca.ca/blog/pet-health-corner-what-vaccinations-does-your-pet-need/

We have read the articles regarding the recent concern for Canine Respiratory Illness and have also spoken to local veterinarians. As the following link will state there seems to be no reason for increased concern but to continue to practice normal risk management routines that you have always practiced.

https://www.wormsandgermsblog.com/

If you have any questions about your pets upcoming stay at our facility please don’t hesitate to contact us.

The Worms and Germs Blog authored by Drs. Scott Weese and Maureen Anderson covers animal health and diseases and is published by the Ontario Veterinary College University of Guelph.

12/01/2023

For the past two weeks Sadie has accomplished every thing we’ve asked of her. What a quick learner!

11/30/2023

The Holiday Season is almost here and we are gearing up to share the Holiday's with many of your doggies and cats too, we wanted to share some important information. As you may have heard there is a lot of media recently about Canine Respiratory Illness of unknown cause becoming a concern for dog owners in Ontario. We have done considerable research on these postings and articles within the media, as well as have spoken directly to a veterinarian from the North Grenville area and as well a veterinarian from the Emergency Clinic in the Ottawa area. We feel that after our research and discussions that we can safely inform our clients that there is no more concern for your dog's than there has been in the past.
https://www.guelphtoday.com/local-news/mystery-illness-in-dogs-not-necessarily-cause-for-alarm-guelph-vets-say-7863400
We are always aware of the risks of Respiratory Illnesses, and regardless of whether there is an outbreak or increase risk to our dogs, our cleanliness standards have always been a Top Priority. Using accelerated hydrogen peroxide for all our cleaning needs, this product kills bacteria's associated with Respiratory Illness within 30-60 seconds and breaks down bodily fluids on contact. We use this product for both our indoor and outdoor kennel runs, for floors, all surfaces, and outdoors as well, spraying our off leash yard areas and play structures.
We continue to require that all dogs and cats boarding at our facility have the Core Vaccines as recommended by the Ontario SPCA & Humane Society.
https://ontariospca.ca/blog/pet-health-corner-what-vaccinations-does-your-pet-need/
These vaccines should be administered 2-weeks prior to boarding. Please be advised young, senior, and dogs with chronic health conditions, are still at risk due to compromised immune systems.
If you would like to read more about the Canine Respiratory Illness, please visit the links provided.
https://www.wormsandgermsblog.com/2023/11/articles/animals/dogs/canine-respiratory-disease-outbreak-free-webinar-nov-30-2023/
https://www.wormsandgermsblog.com/2023/11/articles/animals/dogs/a-dog-owners-guide-to-navigating-respiratory-disease-concerns/
If you have any questions or concerns about having your pets visit our facilities please feel free to contact us directly, we are happy to provide you with more information.

There’s been a lot of discussion about canine infectious respiratory disease complex (CIRDC) going around in dogs in the US recently. In the last week,

11/23/2023

Who’s giving you kisses today?! Me, I’m lucky, I get kisses from many! But this guy… what a face! Maddie and Maverick🥰
Let’s see who’s kissing you!

11/19/2023

Bella needs too cool off after making the boys chase her. Lola just runs to run and have fun of course!

11/18/2023

Muddy feet Lucy..? All cleaned up and being brave enough to stick her head in the box for the treat reward!
Gryphon and I enjoying the fields we are fortunate to have to go for a walk.

11/17/2023

Why do mobility fitness with your dog…? There are so many reasons! But this video gives the best explanation!

Loxley 3-year old Tosa male 175lbs.
(Gibbs and Harvey “not sure why we’re waiting for him!”)

11/10/2023

Oh the things they’ll do at Maple Hill Canine Centre… swimming, hydrotherapy, trail walks, training, and playtime too!
Huxley, Indy, Pearl, June, Mishka, Titus, Teddy, Kenzie, Sequoia, Simba

11/09/2023

It's that time of year again...
For the last 2-years we have been joining other amazing businesses at the Sit With Me Santa Paws Market. We are thrilled to be heading there again this year.
We'd love to see some familiar faces come out and support a great organization. local businesses, and get your Pups picture taken with Santa!

11/08/2023

Teddy found himself some warm rays of sunshine. So we sat in the sun for a few minutes, he enjoyed some scratches and I got some lovely white hairs to add to my attire! 😁

11/08/2023

What’s in your dog’s bowl?
It’s the most important role you have as your dog’s owner, to ensure the best nutrition for optimal health and wellness.
Loxley’s breakfast includes;
1/2 cup Dehydrated Raw Chicken, 3 Pumps Oil, 1 Tbsp Green Lipid Mussel, 1 Tsp Antioxidants, 2 Scoops Pre/Pro/Postbiotics with Tumeric, and 650 grams Chicken Blend Raw.
Supper is the same except no breakfast supplements, instead evening supplements, 5 Scoops Myospet, and 1/4 cup Bone Broth.

Not sure what your dog needs… we feed lots of dogs and through knowledge, experience, and education, we can offer you a place to start in this overwhelming area of nutrition. Contact us for more information; [email protected]

11/04/2023

Still time to get your Pup’s groomed for the winter. Now is a great time to get the pups cleaned up from the fall debris that found it’s way into their fur!
A blow out for those that are shedding their coat or a nice shorter length coat for the start of winter to help maintain your pups over the wet winter months.
Book online or call us for availability.

11/02/2023

Looks like Loxley is no longer under the weather! Recovering well thanks to the care from Capital City Staff. ❤️

11/01/2023

Henk came by all dressed up for Halloween with his kids to snag his own treats!
What a cutie this little hound is! 😘
🎃Happiness Halloween 👻 🎃

10/29/2023

I think Harvey is bored of being sick… 🙂 I love to see how my dog pack reacts to changes to normal routine. Everyone is acting differently because their dog pack “alpha” is not 100%.
Most times they appear to be concerned about staying where he is, but they do take the opportunities to do things they wouldn’t normally do. Such as take HIS toys, not play with them but just sit with them under their legs or head and nap out in the garage where Lox usually naps.
Progress is slow but still progressing so I’ll take it! 🥰❤️

The vet mentioned it was hard to hear his lungs for all the snoring! With a stethoscope on his chest he never acknowledged them. They were surprised at how he could ignore everything around him, even them! ❤️

10/28/2023

On our way home. Improving slowly, they think he’ll be more himself at home.
I hope so! 🤞
Even sick he gets compliments on his looks, size, and behaviour. ❤️

10/28/2023

Loxley usually causes some hours of sleep lost when he decides to sleep in the bed! But this is the first time he has caused me an entirely sleepless night… ☹️ Poor guy.
I was at the clinic this morning 7:15am, spoke with the overnight vet who was very empathetic and optimistic of Loxley’s progress.
He still needs some oxygen therapy but they have decreased the amount and he is panting less so breathing is not as laboured.
The severity of Loxley’s condition is because although the was appearing to be over kennel cough the violent coughing spells he had and given he is already a “wet mouthed” dog, he injested saliva and/or fluid back into his lungs and airways causing the aspiration.
Today is better and tomorrow will be even better! 🤞

10/28/2023

Just to update those who have asked about Loxley.
His oxygen saturation levels were very low at 90%, his chest x-ray revealed fluid on his lungs and around his lungs.
He is currently in the “ICU” area as they performed a pleural aspiration (remove fluid around the lungs) to ensure no complications.
Hopefully we have results from the lab on what is present in the fluid so we can ensure we have him on the best medications for the best recovery.

I am shocked at how quickly he went from improving to in distress… the results are not back yet to confirm a diagnosis but he is being treated for pneumonia.

We want to ensure all our clients know we continue to make facility cleanliness and the well being of our guests a high priority here at MHCC. Any dog(s) suspected of showing signs of illness while in our care are not in contact with any other dogs while at our facility and if necessary the owner and/or emergency contact will be contacted to retrieve the dog(s).

Take care of your 4-legged family members and never forget how “Priceless” they are! 🥰