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A large brown dog resting quietly on a grey couch

October 30, 2026

Why Is My Dog Throwing Up? Causes, Vomit Colours, Home Care & When to Call the Vet (2026 Guide)

Most dogs vomit now and then, and a single episode in a dog who’s otherwise bright is often nothing serious. Here’s how to tell vomiting from regurgitation, what yellow bile, white foam or blood can mean, a safe home-care plan for mild cases, and the red flags that mean you should call your vet now.

A cat staring at its sleeping owner in bed, waiting for breakfast

October 28, 2026

Clocks Fall Back November 1: How to Keep Your Dog & Cat on Schedule (2026 Canada Guide)

Daylight saving time ends Sunday, November 1, and your pet’s body clock won’t get the memo. Here’s a simple four-day plan to shift meals and walks, how to handle the 5 a.m. breakfast alarm, and how to keep darker evening walks safe and long evenings busy.

A dog in a ghost costume sitting next to a Halloween pumpkin

October 27, 2026

Halloween Pet Safety 2026: What to Do If Your Dog Eats Chocolate (Plus Candy, Costume & Doorbell Tips)

Halloween falls on a Saturday this year: a full evening of doorbells and a house full of candy. Here’s what to do if your dog eats chocolate (with a quick toxicity chart), the treats that can be even more dangerous, and how to keep dogs and cats calm and safe on trick-or-treat night.

A black and white cat eating dry cat food from a bowl

October 23, 2026

The Best Dry Cat Food in Canada (2026 Guide): Our Picks for Indoor Cats, Kittens, Seniors & Sensitive Stomachs

Our team’s picks for the best dry cat food in Canada for 2026, organized by need: indoor cats, kittens, seniors, sensitive stomachs, weight control, and hairball and urinary support, plus the top Canadian-made and budget-friendly options and how to choose the right one for your cat.

A brown dog standing inside a small independent pet store

October 20, 2026

Family-Owned in Hamilton Since 1993: Why Shopping a Local, Canadian Pet Store Matters (Small Business Week 2026)

PetMax opened in Hamilton in October 1993, and 33 years later we’re still family-owned and 100% Canadian. For Small Business Week, here’s what that means in practice, where your money goes when you shop local, and the easiest ways to support the small businesses you love.

A dog sitting in golden autumn leaves on a forest trail

October 16, 2026

Fall Colours With Your Dog: 10 Autumn Walks in Hamilton & Burlington (2026 Guide)

Hamilton’s waterfalls and the Niagara Escarpment put on a show every October, and most of it is dog-friendly. Here are 10 leashed-dog autumn walks in Hamilton and Burlington, from Dundas Peak (reservations required this year) to easy waterfront strolls, plus the rules, fees and fall kit to know before you go.

A fit, happy dog running across a grassy field at golden hour

October 13, 2026

Is My Dog or Cat Overweight? The 2-Minute Body Check, Calorie Math & a Safe Weight-Loss Plan (2026)

Vets estimate more than half of Canadian pets are overweight, and most owners don’t realize it. For Pet Obesity Awareness Day on October 14, here’s how to check your dog or cat’s body condition in two minutes, how many calories they actually need, and a safe, realistic plan to slim down.

A Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever sitting beside a pumpkin on the grass in autumn

October 9, 2026

Can Dogs Eat Turkey? A Dish-by-Dish Thanksgiving Food Guide for Dogs & Cats (2026 Canada)

Can dogs eat turkey? What about stuffing, mashed potatoes or pumpkin pie? Here’s our dish-by-dish guide to the Canadian Thanksgiving table for dogs and cats: what’s safe in small plain portions, what to skip, how much is too much, and what to do if something goes missing off the counter.

A brown and white dog sitting beside a bowl of kibble at mealtime

October 6, 2026

Go! Solutions & Now Fresh Explained: Petcurean’s Canadian Pet Food, Line by Line (2026 Guide)

Go! Solutions and Now Fresh both come from Petcurean, a pet food company from BC’s Fraser Valley. Here’s how the Go! lines differ (Sensitivities, Skin + Coat Care, Digestion, Carnivore, Weight Management and more), what makes Now Fresh different, where each is made, and which recipe fits your dog or cat.

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