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.
Paws 4 seniors!
Hello everyone, it is that time of year again where everyone is in the giving spirit, whether you give to animal or human causes. Well here is your chance to give to both at the same time. In the new year I am starting up a new program for senior citizens and senior...
House soiling – elimination and marking problems in dogs
There are numerous reasons why a dog might soil the house with urine and/or stools. Determining the specific reason is essential for developing a treatment program. Dogs that soil the home continuously or intermittently from the time they were first obtained may not...
We are settled in!
Well it has been a very long five weeks here at rrruffhouse, we bought a new home and rehab facility for the dogs completely renovated the entire building to make a great home and work space for all the dogs. As of November 1 2014 we have added new training...
We are now offering new services………
Hello everyone, With our expansion in full force, rrruffhouse.com is proud to announce that we will be expanding our services as well to make life with your dog a happy and safe one. Our new place has a 1500 sq ft play area for all our furry friends as well as a huge...
Moving day is almost here!
Hello everyone! Sabrina here from rrruffhouse.com! Just wanted to let everyone know that it's been a long process to get the new house ready but we're almost there and everyone will soon be moving into their new forever home! Feel free to check out Grace's facebook...
New Payment Options!!
As of today rrruffhouse.com has some new payment options - we are now accepting payment through debit, visa and mastercard for home visits, etc. Any questions - feel free to ask! Thanks!
The Dangers of Goose Poop
This is the time of year when geese are literally all over - on the ground, on the water and in the air. Cat owners are spared much of this angst because outdoor cats tend to avoid stepping in any fecal material if at all possible. If they do, and then lick their paws...
Hot Spots on Dogs: Causes and Treatment
Hot spots are an irritating skin condition that affects countless dogs every year What are hot spots on dogs and how can we detect them? A hotspot (also known as pyotramatic or moist dermatitis) is a condition which involves an area of skin which has become inflamed...
Moving With Your Dog? Here’s How To Help Your Dog Adjust Before, During & After The Move
Jim and Lynnette will be moving into a new house soon. They’ve asked me for some tips to help them get Tenor through the move, with the least amount of stress. Here are my tips for moving with your dog… Are you moving to a new home and not sure how to get your...
A Thanksgiving Meal for Your Dog
Head Pressing in Dogs
Pressing the Head Against Objects in Dogs Head pressing is a condition characterized by the compulsive act of pressing the head against a wall or other object for no apparent reason. This generally indicates damage to the nervous system, which may result from a...
Why Do Dogs Push Their Food Bowls Around?
Dog owners have a way – sometimes within DAYS of first becoming dog owners – of becoming EXPERTS on animal behavior. It blows my mind. These are people who observe their animals displaying interesting or curious behaviors and make up things like “dogs like being put...
Why Do Dogs Push Their Food Bowls Around?
Dog owners have a way – sometimes within DAYS of first becoming dog owners – of becoming EXPERTS on animal behavior. It blows my mind. These are people who observe their animals displaying interesting or curious behaviors and make up things like “dogs like being put...
My first ever speaking engagement!
I am happy to announce that in the new year April 1 2015 I have been invited to Queens University to speak publicly about my rrruffstart program! I have never spoken publicly before and I don't mind telling you it is one of my biggest fears. other than balloons, YES I...
BIG NEWS, MUST READ!
As of this month October 17 I am happy to announce that rrruffhouse is moving and expanding. November 1 2014 rrruffhouse will now be offering more services, we will be having doggy daycare five days a week, Monday through Friday from 7am until 7pm. Also we will be...
Halloween Safety for Dogs
With hallowe'en just around the corner, just a little reminder of how to keep your dog safe during this spooky holiday!
NEW BABIES HAVE ARRIVED
Here at rrruffhouse two new beautiful babies have arrived, they came to us last Wednesday and are doing very well, a little shy at first but doing very well now. they are approx 12 weeks old, both males and a handful, loving every minute of it so far. They sleep...
SCAM part 2 Please read
This is the second pard of the scam email of Kijiji pups, I answered the ad with false info, If they were legit they should never have approved me, here below is what they sent back to me; Hi, Grace Bryson We are impressed and happy you got back for the...
SCAM……. Please read
As many of my readers know I am always looking on animal sites to spot dangers, missing animals, animals for sale or adopt. Recently I have been finding a lot of desirable dogs up for " adoption " unfortunately these animals do not exist! They are people in other...
Car Sickness and Your Dog
Motion sickness isn’t just a problem for humans; your dog may be just as uncomfortable in a moving car. We’ve nearly all felt it at least once before. The car starts to get going and all of a sudden you’re nauseous, hot, and dizzy. It can make car rides uncomfortable,...
ADOPTED
Today has been a great day and a heart breaking day at the same time, Our girl Nedi we rescued a month ago went to a fantastic home today with a great family and she now has a brand new sister named Marley. Ally and Ryan were past clients of mine when Marley was just...
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! CLICK TO READ MORE...