Koliako Boarding Kennel

01/22/2025

10/03/2024

DON’T FORCE ME TO BE SOCIAL!
It may be really disappointing and frustrating when our dogs are not the social beings we expected them to be.

Many believe dogs should just naturally get along with other dogs, after all they’re the same species.

Some believe the “unsociable” dog has a behaviour problem that needs to be “fixed”.

Early, appropriately timed and correct socialisation is vitally important, but sometimes despite all of this, some dogs are just not that sociable.

Sometimes this can be improved, especially if the cause is from a negative experience, but genetics, breed tendencies, individual personalities, health and age all contribute to tolerance and sociability, which also change throughout life.

If we, as a human species, don’t get along with everyone we meet, how can we expect our dogs to?

Do we label every person that has an argument, doesn’t make friends with everyone they meet, doesn’t like every other person, prefers not to socialise - as having a problem that needs to be fixed?

Why is it so easy to accept that every individual person is different than to accept that every individual dog is different?

When we have done what we can to improve our dogs’ social skills, we need to accept and acknowledge our dogs for the individuals they are, allow and respect their choice of whether to be sociable or not and never force interactions that a dog is not comfortable with.

09/23/2024

07/23/2024

06/24/2024

If you ever travel with your dog into the United States — even as a U.S. resident heading home from a visit to Canada or Mexico with your pooch — heads up! The rules for entry are changing.
https://news.vin.com/doc/?id=12146666

06/21/2024

UPDATE: Please note the appropriate paperwork is also a necessary requirement beginning August 1st. The form will not be available until July 15th and must be signed by a CFIA Government Veterinarian.

Be prepared for the new changes to border crossing requirements when travelling with your dog.
If you are planning to travel the the USA with your canine companions we urge you to get in touch with your Veterinarian as soon as possible so that your travel plans are not disrupted.
If you are not sure if your dog has a microchip, or what kind of microchip it is, we can quickly & easily scan your dog for you & let you know.
Call us to make a FREE microchip scan appointment with one of our Veterinary Technicians.

06/19/2024

A community-minded pet store that strives for excellent customer service and supports local rescues.

06/14/2024

Don't forget to put this event on your calendar. Lots to do in one place. Please come.out and support the fundraiser for our new division Juniors. There will be lots of information at this event held at Blue Barn Castlegar It is their birthday celebrations. Get your dog washed $10 add a blow dry for $10 . Have a Kiwi Sausage Sizzle while you wait for that dirty dog to get cleaned. Learn about our new division. Learn all about dogs and classes.

All dirty dogs welcomed

04/07/2024