dog advice

I am passionate about dog advice & making life better for every dog I encounter. I am forever gathering information for my own use in the day-to-day running of a house full of dogs, so I blog a lot of what I find. I also blog when I need to rant about something that needs to be ranted about. I hope you enjoy my blog. I’ve blogged about topics ranging from dietary info to grooming to behavioural issues. If what you are looking for isn’t on the blog, please contact me at grace@rrruffhouse.com and I will see what I can do.

Holiday season is coming

Winter is coming which means so is Christmas! Here at rrruffhouse we work during the holidays so we can best serve you and your new or new to you family members. We take care of all your training needs whether you got a puppy or an or leer rescue we got you covered....

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Contacting Us During The Busy Summer

During the busy summer months it is easier to connect with us through calling or texting. Emails will still be monitored, however the response times are much slower. Please call or text 613-661-7418 and your inquiry will be answered within 12 - 24 hours.

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Why we need to be honest

So I want to first start out by saying I am in no way mad but I am incredibly frustrated, so 5 days ago I was bitten quite badly by a dog who had been recently adopted from the humane society in our area. I will spare the grossness by not posting and pictures of the...

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Please be kind

I would like to thank all my clients, past, current and upcoming. I appreciate your business and I try really hard to be there for you and your dogs needs, I am very respectful of your time by showing up on time and try to never be late, if traffic or something makes...

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Funniest client ever

So we have all had bad days and we have all had some thoughts that are not for public consumption, I love when clients send me texts in these moments and share the real them! I share this funny text with you all so you know your not alone, and the silly and crazy...

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Here we go again

Once again we find ourselves in a lockdown, just to remind everyone we are still here and available to help. We have to do things a little different but different isn't necessarily a bad thing, different teaches us new ways to function and see this new world we live...

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Covid 19 hasn’t stopped us!

UPDATE, as this Covid 19 pandemic continues to effect many of us its also effecting our animals, we are now classified as an essential service so we are here and open for all your training or rehabilitating needs. Many of us have either adopted a new pet or got new...

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Did covid leave you stressed?

2020 and so far in 2021 has left many of us struggling with this covid lockdown and restrictions in so many ways, we are all suffering with this new world and what it means for us moving forward? Some have lost loved ones, jobs, family, housing and our pets, some of...

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We are essential!

Well as of today the ontario government has deemed animal services as essential! So groomers, walkers, trainers and boarders are now all able to work during this recent covid lock down, yes we all still have health measures in place to insure safety off all, we still...

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What can I say

Hello Boss Girl (@HelloBossGirl) Tweeted:Local #bossgirl Grace Bryson of is a professional dog trainer and the owner of Rrruffhouse, specializing in rehabilitating difficult dogs with unfavourable behaviours. To learn more about this boss girl business, follow...

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What is Panosteitis?

Because of Covid 19 I almost missed this in my 4 month puppy, I though he was just being lazy or bored but thankfully I have a little nagging voice in my head that just wouldn't let me rest so off to the vet I went and found out my puppy has this! Nothing to get...

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Pros and cons of glucosamine msm

Supplementing Your Dog with Glucosamine and MSM…Use with Caution! Posted by Marijke van de Water on 2018 Nov 1st What are Nutraceuticals? The word nutraceutical was first coined by Dr. Stephen DeFelice from the Foundation for Innovation in Medicine in 1989. As...

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Bloat how to protect your dog!

Dog bloat is a common condition that can be dangerous, even deadly. Dog who have it need treatment right away. Know the signs so you can recognize when your pup needs help. I am writing this blog today with a heavy heart; and to bring awareness. My best friends 8...

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Debarking your dog is cruel!

Debarking is a veterinary surgical procedure — and, yes, debarking is inhumane. The verdict seems unanimous. Debarking is not something that normal, thinking, feeling human beings understand as a solution for a barking dog — not on a any street corner in a major city,...

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Do your due diligence

We all want to do what's best for our animals whether its picking the right foods, toys, training programs or pet sitters and dog walkers. Don't search for answers on google, google has a lot of bad information on it that can hurt your animals, what is right for one...

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UPDATE..Found his forever home!

Update Located in Tweed, On We are still patiently looking for Zuess's forever people. He is very gentle and laid back. Would be a wonderful companion for a senior. Attention* I am updating this post in the hopes that there are some other options available to Zuess....

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How do we say goodbye to our pets

Pets do not live as long as humans. Thinking about euthanasia – literally, a “gentle and easy death” – is something that no pet owner likes to dwell on, but sadly it is a decision that many dog owners eventually have to face. Taking responsibility for a pain-free,...

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How do we say goodbye to our pets

Pets do not live as long as humans. Thinking about euthanasia – literally, a “gentle and easy death” – is something that no pet owner likes to dwell on, but sadly it is a decision that many dog owners eventually have to face. Taking responsibility for a pain-free,...

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July summer sale

For the entire summer starting July 1st 2019 we will be offering free assesments with the purchase of any of our training packages! This is an amazing offer, we are also giving 10% off of your training with every new client that buys a package that has been...

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SPRING FLING SALE!

The warm weather is upon us, finally. Many of you have new puppies or rescues, well the time to make them great members of our family is now! Let's get them social, teach them how to walk link kings and queens, possibly potty training and much, much more. We have many...

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Adoption, purchase vs. rescue

Many people use the word "RESCUE" wrong, let's define the differences. To RESCUE means to save from life threatening, dangerous or distressing situations, ADOPT means to legally take and raise to the best of your ability, PURCHASE means to acquire something for money....

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Who is Grace?

Hi there. I’m Grace. I am a very hard working, compassionate and strong willed woman who loves a challenge and never backs down from a hard days work, which is a good mix for working with dogs that are having trouble getting along in the world with us humans! The greatest reward I get in life is when someone tells me I saved the life of their dog so they didn’t have to give it up! I love nothing more then showing people how to be a leader in their own world and all aspects of life! I am a leader, and walk my own path in life and I’ll go where ever it takes me!
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