Our dearest clients, past and present, Bark Avenue has gone through lots of changes in 2018, some good and we recognize some bad. We realize that new ownership is always a tenuous time for people all around, so we want to take a moment to thank all of our clients that...

Unless your dog came fully equipped with a long pedigree and a steep price-tag, you’ve probably wondered what’s really behind that adorable ball of fluff. How can a ten-pound cutie look so much like a border collie? The shelter said your lab-mix would love the water,...

Does your dog have bad breath? Dental hygiene is one of the most overlooked aspects of animal care but also one of the most essential. According to the American Veterinary Medical Foundation, “Periodontal disease is the most common clinical condition in cats and dogs,...

Photo credit: People Pets In the wake of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, hundreds of thousands of people had to evacuate from their homes in a hurry. As is often the case when disaster strikes, many animals were abandoned to face the storms on their own. They ran, they...

We have a friend who opens her kitchen drawers with the edge of a knife. That’s because there are no handles anywhere in her kitchen. Her eight-month old English Setter chewed them all off, along with several feet of baseboard, the corners of her coffee table, and...

Trawling through the Amazon pet section is one of our favourite things to do. We like to assess the health supplies, and examine the safety equipment like lifejackets, harnesses and seat belts. Knowing what’s out there helps us answer your questions and make...

Did you know that June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month? With animal shelters dealing with a high volume of cats this time of year because of kitten season, you might consider adding a feline friend to your family. If you're planning on adopting a shelter cat, here are...

Imagine this. Your dog has just finished frolicking around outside in a grassy area. Before you enter your home, you check for ticks just in case. And then there it is: a pesky bloodsucker! If you come across a tick on your pet, don't panic. Check out these...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, you may be searching for a way to volunteer or to help ease your community’s burdens amid such a crisis. If you have free time while sheltering in place, consider showering a homeless pet with love and care while they wait for a permanent...

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us are home much more than usual. If you have a new puppy, they are getting used to having us around pretty much all of the time. But when restrictions start to ease, and we return to life and work outside of our homes, your puppy...