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Des guides pratiques pour prendre soin de votre animal : dossiers, vaccins, voyages, animaux perdus, trouver un vétérinaire et les applications qui aident. Pour toute question médicale, demandez à votre vétérinaire.

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Comportement et dressagePuppy leash training: first walks, step by stepA reward-based plan for a puppy's first leash lessons: the gear, the steps the Ontario SPCA teaches, what to do when your puppy pulls, and what to avoid.5 min de lecture

Soins des animaux

Les soins de tous les jours, les urgences et le choix du bon vétérinaire pour votre chien, votre chat ou votre petit animal.

Soins des animauxToronto cat licence: yes, cats need one tooEvery cat owned in Toronto needs a licence and a tag, renewed every year. What the bylaw says, how to licence your cat, and how the licence and a microchip work together if your cat goes missing.5 min de lecture
Soins des animauxToronto dog licence: who needs one, cost and how to renewEvery dog and cat in Toronto needs a City licence and tag, renewed every year. Who needs one, how fees and discounts work, how to buy or renew, and why it helps if your dog gets lost.6 min de lecture
Soins des animauxKitten first vet visit: a calm, complete checklistWhat happens at a kitten's first vet visit, which vaccines and checks to expect, a packing list and the carrier habits that make every future visit calmer.6 min de lecture
Soins des animauxPuppy first vet visit: what to bring and what to askA checklist for your puppy's first appointment: what to bring, what usually happens, the vaccine and parasite plan, and the questions to write down before you go.6 min de lecture
Soins des animauxAnnual vet checkup: what happens and why it mattersWhy healthy adult pets still need a yearly exam, how often puppies, kittens and seniors should go, what happens at the visit, and how to prepare so it counts.6 min de lecture
Soins des animauxHow much does a vet visit cost in Ontario? What goes into the billWhy there is no single price for a vet visit in Ontario, the parts that make up a typical bill, your right to an estimate, and practical ways to plan for the cost.6 min de lecture
Soins des animauxPet insurance pre-existing conditions: what counts and what is excludedHow pet insurers decide what is pre-existing, why a vet note or a symptom before cover can count, how chronic, hereditary and curable conditions differ, and what to ask before you buy.6 min de lecture
Soins des animauxIs pet insurance worth it? How to decide for your petA plain way to decide whether pet insurance makes sense for you: the four questions that matter, how coverage types differ, what to ask an insurer, and the self-insure alternative.6 min de lecture
Soins des animauxPet insurance Canada: how policies work and what to ask before you buyA plain guide to how pet insurance policies work in Canada: the three types of cover, how deductibles and reimbursement add up, waiting periods, exclusions and the questions to ask before you sign.6 min de lecture
Soins des animauxEmergency vet cost in Ontario: what drives the billWhy an emergency visit costs more than a regular one, what you can ask for before treatment starts, and how to prepare so money is not the first thing you think about.6 min de lecture
Soins des animauxWhen to take your cat to the emergency vet: the red flags that cannot waitCats hide illness well. These are the signs that mean go to a vet or emergency clinic now, the ones that mean call your vet today, and how to get there calmly.6 min de lecture
Soins des animauxWhen to take your dog to the emergency vet: the signs that cannot waitThe red-flag signs that mean your dog needs an emergency vet now, the ones that can usually wait for a call in the morning, and what to do on the way.7 min de lecture
Soins des animauxRoad salt and dog paws: protecting pads on Canadian sidewalksHow road salt and ice melt affect a dog's pads, a before, during and after routine for winter walks, safe balms and boots, and the signs that need a vet.5 min de lecture
Soins des animauxHow cold is too cold for dogs? A Canadian winter guideThere is no single temperature that is too cold for every dog. Here is how coat, age and health change cold tolerance, the signs to turn back, and when a cold dog needs a vet.6 min de lecture
Soins des animauxDoes my dog need a winter coat? How to tell, and what else keeps dogs safeWhich dogs benefit from a winter coat, the signs a dog is too cold, frostbite and hypothermia warnings, and the paw and walk safety tips that matter in an Ontario winter.5 min de lecture
Soins des animauxKeeping outdoor cats warm in winter: shelter, water and foodHow to give outdoor, barn and community cats a safe winter: a small insulated shelter, straw instead of blankets, water that does not freeze, and the warning signs that mean a vet.6 min de lecture
Soins des animauxCan rabbits live outside in winter in Canada?Rabbits handle cool weather better than heat, but a Canadian winter brings deep cold, wet bedding, frozen water and hungry predators. Here is the case for bringing rabbits indoors, and how to protect any rabbit that stays out.5 min de lecture
Soins des animauxHalloween Pet Safety: Candy, Costumes and the DoorbellHalloween brings three risks for pets: candy, costumes and an open front door. Here is how to handle each one, and what to do if your pet gets into the treat bowl.5 min de lecture
Soins des animauxHoliday hazards for pets: trees, tinsel, food and guestsThe decorations, plants, foods and party habits that send pets to the vet over the holidays, with a simple plan for visitors and what to do if something goes wrong.5 min de lecture
Soins des animauxKeeping dogs safe on frozen lakes and pondsEvery winter, Ontario fire crews pull dogs out of icy lakes, rivers and ponds, and owners who go in after them can drown. Here is how to keep your dog off unsafe ice, what to do if your dog falls through, and how to warm them up and get them checked afterwards.5 min de lecture
Soins des animauxDo dogs need boots in winter?Boots are not a must for every dog, but on Ontario's salted sidewalks they are often the simplest protection. Here is which dogs benefit, what to use instead, and how to get a dog to accept them.5 min de lecture
Soins des animauxPet Safe Ice Melt: What the Label Really MeansA pet safe or pet friendly ice melt is usually gentler than rock salt, but the ASPCA warns it can still upset a dog's stomach. Here is what is in the bag, and how to keep your own walkway safe for paws.5 min de lecture
Soins des animauxWinter pet safety checklist for Canadian ownersOne list for the whole Canadian winter: cold and wind chill, paws and salt, antifreeze, ice, holidays and power outages, with the warning signs that mean a vet visit now.5 min de lecture
Soins des animauxTrousse d'urgence pour animaux : ce que recommande le Canada, plus les documents que la plupart des gens oublientLa liste du gouvernement du Canada pour une trousse d'urgence pour animaux, les quantités d'eau à prévoir, le dossier de l'animal que la plupart des gens oublient, et un plan pour savoir où votre animal peut aller.5 min de lecture
Soins des animauxComment trouver un nouveau vétérinaire avec qui vous resterezUne liste de vérification pratique pour trouver un vétérinaire : où chercher, comment vérifier un permis, les questions à poser au téléphone et ce qu'il faut apporter à la première visite.5 min de lecture

Santé et vaccins

Les calendriers de vaccination, la preuve de vaccination contre la rage et la prévention, de sources officielles. Votre vétérinaire a le dernier mot.

Santé et vaccinsLyme vaccine for dogs in Ontario: who should consider itHow Lyme disease affects dogs, where the tick risk is in Ontario, how the Lyme vaccine fits with tick control, and the questions to ask your vet when deciding.6 min de lecture
Santé et vaccinsBordetella vaccine: does your dog need it for daycare?What the Bordetella vaccine protects against, why daycares and kennels require it, the three forms it comes in, and what it cannot do, with questions to ask your vet.5 min de lecture
Santé et vaccinsLeptospirosis vaccine for dogs: does your dog need it in Ontario?How dogs catch leptospirosis, why city dogs in Ontario are at risk too, how the vaccine schedule works, and the signs that mean a dog needs a vet now.5 min de lecture
Santé et vaccinsFVRCP vaccine for cats explainedWhat the letters in FVRCP stand for, what each of the three diseases does to a cat, how the kitten series and boosters usually work, and what to ask your vet.6 min de lecture
Santé et vaccinsDHPP vaccine for dogs: what each letter meansWhat D, H, P and P stand for on your dog's vaccine record, why puppies get several doses until 16 weeks or later, and how adult boosters are spaced.5 min de lecture
Santé et vaccinsWhen can my puppy go outside after vaccines?How to balance socialising a young puppy with the risk of infections like parvo before the vaccine series is finished, with a safe-places guide and a timeline to discuss with your vet.6 min de lecture
Santé et vaccinsDo indoor cats need vaccines? Why vets still say yesWhy indoor-only cats still get core vaccines, which ones, why rabies is the law in Ontario, and how your vet tailors the rest to your cat's real lifestyle.6 min de lecture
Santé et vaccinsCore vaccines for cats, including indoor catsWhich feline vaccines are core, what each one protects against, why indoor cats still need them, and how your cat's lifestyle shapes the rest of the plan.6 min de lecture
Santé et vaccinsCore vaccines for dogs: what they protect againstWhich dog vaccines are core and why, which ones depend on where you live and what your dog does, how the puppy series works, and the questions to bring to your vet.6 min de lecture
Santé et vaccinsHow often do dogs need a rabies shot? One-year vs three-year vaccinesWhy a dog's first rabies booster comes a year after the first shot, why later boosters are often three years apart, and why the date on the certificate is the one that counts in Ontario.5 min de lecture
Santé et vaccinsRabies vaccine Ontario law: what every dog and cat owner must doWhat Ontario's rabies regulation asks of dog, cat and ferret owners: the age it starts, boosters, the certificate and tag, medical exemptions, and what happens after a bite.7 min de lecture
Santé et vaccinsCalendrier de vaccination du chien et du chat au Canada : ce que disent les lignes directricesCe que disent les lignes directrices internationales et nord-américaines sur les vaccins essentiels et le moment de les donner aux chiots, aux chatons et aux adultes, ce que la loi ontarienne exige pour la rage, et les questions à poser à votre vétérinaire.6 min de lecture
Santé et vaccinsPreuve de vaccination contre la rage pour la garderie et la pension : ce qu'il faut apporterLes garderies, les pensions et les toiletteurs demandent une preuve de vaccination contre la rage. Voici ce qui compte comme preuve, ce que le certificat doit indiquer en Ontario et comment l'avoir prêt sur votre téléphone.5 min de lecture

Alimentation

Bien nourrir votre animal à tout âge, des étiquettes aux gâteries, toujours avec les conseils de votre vétérinaire d'abord.

AlimentationRaw food diet for dogs: risks and what vets sayWhat Canadian public health authorities say about raw feeding, the germ and nutrition risks for dogs and families, how to handle raw food more safely if you choose it, and what to ask your vet.5 min de lecture
AlimentationGrain-free dog food and DCM: what the investigation foundA plain summary of the US FDA's investigation into diet and canine dilated cardiomyopathy, what it found and did not find, the signs to watch for, and how to talk to your vet about your dog's food.6 min de lecture
AlimentationHow to read pet food labels in CanadaThe parts of a pet food label that tell you something real, the parts that are marketing, and the naming rules that decide what beef dinner or chicken flavour means.6 min de lecture
AlimentationHow much to feed a cat: calories, portions and a healthy weightDaily calories for an adult cat by weight, how to split them between wet and dry food, how often to feed, and how to tell if your cat is at a healthy weight.5 min de lecture
AlimentationHow much to feed a dog: reading the bag and your dogWhy the feeding guide on the bag is only a starting point, how to check your dog's body condition at home, and how to adjust portions and treats with your vet.6 min de lecture
AlimentationHow much to feed a puppy, and how oftenMeals per day by age, how to set the first portion, why weekly weigh-ins matter, and when a puppy moves to adult food, from veterinary sources.7 min de lecture

Comportement et dressage

Les bases du dressage, un nouvel animal à la maison et les questions de comportement que les propriétaires posent le plus.

Comportement et dressagePuppy leash training: first walks, step by stepA reward-based plan for a puppy's first leash lessons: the gear, the steps the Ontario SPCA teaches, what to do when your puppy pulls, and what to avoid.5 min de lecture
Comportement et dressagePuppy chewing: teething, safe chew toys and what to doWhy puppies chew, when teething happens, how to choose chews that are safe, and a simple plan to protect your shoes and furniture without punishment.6 min de lecture
Comportement et dressagePuppy crying at night: first-week sleep tipsWhy new puppies cry at night, the first-week setup that helps them settle, how to respond to whining without rewarding it, and when crying could mean something more.6 min de lecture
Comportement et dressageHow to choose puppy classes: what good ones look likeWhen a puppy can start classes, the vaccine rules good classes follow, the green and red flags in a trainer's methods, and the questions to ask before you sign up.6 min de lecture
Comportement et dressagePuppy socialization: the window that matters and a safe planWhy the first three months shape your puppy for life, how to socialise safely before vaccines are finished, a checklist of experiences, and when to ask your vet for help.5 min de lecture
Comportement et dressagePuppy biting: why puppies nip and how to redirect itPuppies mouth because they play and explore with their teeth. Here is how to teach a soft mouth, redirect nips to toys, avoid the mistakes that make it worse, and spot when it is not play.6 min de lecture
Comportement et dressagePotty training a puppy: schedule and accidentsA simple house training routine for a new puppy: when to go out, how to reward, how to supervise and confine, and what to do about accidents without punishment.6 min de lecture
Comportement et dressageCrate training a puppy: a step-by-step planA humane plan for crate training a puppy: choosing a crate, the steps from first sniff to a full night, how long a puppy can stay inside, and the mistakes that set training back.7 min de lecture
Comportement et dressageDog afraid of fireworks? Plan ahead for Victoria Day, Canada Day and New Year'sIf your dog panics at fireworks, the fix starts weeks before the holiday: a vet visit, a safe room, a walk before dark and up to date ID. Here is a plan for Canada's fireworks nights.5 min de lecture

Voyages

Passer la frontière, prendre l'avion ou la route avec un animal, étape par étape.

VoyagesFlying with a cat: cabin, carrier and stress tipsA checklist for flying with a cat: booking, carrier training, the security checkpoint, feeding, calming and the paperwork your destination may ask for.6 min de lecture
VoyagesFlying with a dog in cabin: rules in CanadaWhat Canada's two biggest airlines require for a small dog in the cabin: carrier sizes, minimum ages, booking steps, seat rules, documents, and how to get your dog ready for the flight.6 min de lecture
VoyagesReturning to Canada with your dog after a trip: what the border needsYour dog is Canadian, but the border still treats them as an import. The rabies certificate rules, what to declare, and how to avoid a problem on the way home.6 min de lecture
VoyagesBringing a cat into Canada: the CFIA paperwork and the borderThe CFIA's rules for bringing a pet cat into Canada: rabies certificates, kittens under three months, rabies-free countries, hybrid cats, and what happens at the border.6 min de lecture
VoyagesBringing a dog into Canada: CFIA rules step by stepThe CFIA rules for bringing your own dog into Canada, by the dog's age and where you are coming from, plus what the CBSA checks and why commercial dogs are different.7 min de lecture
VoyagesVoyager avec votre animal du Canada aux États-Unis : les règles de 2024 pour les chiens et le retourLes CDC ont changé les règles d'entrée des chiens aux États-Unis le 1er août 2024. Voici ce dont un chien ou un chat du Canada a besoin pour traverser, ce qu'il vous faut pour revenir, et ce qu'il faut demander à votre vétérinaire avant le voyage.6 min de lecture

Animaux perdus

Quoi faire dans les premières heures après la disparition d'un animal, et comment être prêt avant que ça arrive.

Animaux perdusDoes a microchip track location? Microchip vs GPSWhat a pet microchip does and does not do, how it compares with a GPS tracker, why registration matters most, and what to do in Toronto if your pet goes missing.5 min de lecture
Animaux perdusHow to update microchip information after a move or a new numberStep-by-step instructions for changing the address, phone number or owner on your pet's microchip registration in Canada, plus the other records to update at the same time.5 min de lecture
Animaux perdusMicrochip registration Canada: why the chip alone is not enoughA microchip only brings a lost pet home when its number is registered to you with current contact details. Here is how microchip registration works in Canada and how to check yours.6 min de lecture
Animaux perdusLost dog in winter: urgent search steps when it is coldCold makes every hour count when a dog goes missing. Here is what to do right away, where dogs tend to shelter, who to call in Toronto, and how to check a found dog for hypothermia and frostbite before getting it to a vet.5 min de lecture
Animaux perdusQuoi faire si votre animal est perdu : la première heure, le premier jour, la première semaineUn plan calme et ordonné pour un chien ou un chat disparu : qui appeler, ce qu'il faut vérifier, où publier et comment poursuivre les recherches, avec les contacts à Toronto et ce qu'il faut préparer dès aujourd'hui.5 min de lecture

Dossiers et vos données

Les dossiers médicaux de votre animal : qui les garde, comment en obtenir une copie et comment les transférer à un nouveau vétérinaire.

Dossiers et vos donnéesWhat is in a pet medical record? A plain guide to your vet's fileEverything a vet clinic records about your pet, from vaccines and weight to exam notes, prescriptions and consent, based on Ontario's rules, plus how to read the shorthand.5 min de lecture
Dossiers et vos donnéesLost pet vaccine records: how to get them backIf you lost your pet's vaccine records, the clinic that gave the shots still has them. How to ask for a copy, where else to look, and what your vet does if nothing turns up.5 min de lecture
Dossiers et vos donnéesDigital vaccine record for pets: is a phone copy accepted?When a phone copy of your pet's vaccines is enough, when it is not, what a trustworthy record shows, and how to get your vet's version onto your phone.5 min de lecture
Dossiers et vos donnéesPet vaccine certificate: what it shows and who asks for itWhat a pet vaccine certificate contains, using Ontario's rabies certificate rules as the model, who will ask you for one, and why an invoice or a reminder card is not the same thing.6 min de lecture
Dossiers et vos donnéesÀ qui appartient le dossier médical de votre animal? Ce que les propriétaires au Canada peuvent demanderLa clinique garde le dossier original, mais en Ontario, l'information qu'il contient vous appartient, et votre vétérinaire doit vous en remettre une copie quand vous la demandez. Voici ce que cela veut dire en pratique.6 min de lecture
Dossiers et vos donnéesComment obtenir le dossier vétérinaire de votre animal : un guide simple, étape par étapeAppelez ou écrivez à votre clinique, en précisant exactement quels documents il vous faut et où les envoyer. Voici ce qu'il faut demander, un message à copier et que faire si la demande traîne.6 min de lecture
Dossiers et vos donnéesComment changer de vétérinaire sans perdre les dossiers (ni votre tranquillité d'esprit)Un déménagement, une nouvelle clinique plus proche ou simplement un meilleur choix : voici comment changer de vétérinaire sans perdre les dossiers, en cinq étapes, avec une liste de vérification pour la première visite.5 min de lecture

Applications pour animaux

Les applications pour propriétaires d'animaux comparées honnêtement, PetGrid comprise, et ce que chacune fait de bien.

Applications pour animauxLost pet app: how apps help find missing pets, and what they cannot doWhat a lost pet app or lost mode really does, what it cannot do, and how it fits with microchips, licences and Toronto Animal Services when a pet goes missing.6 min de lecture
Applications pour animauxPet medication reminder app: what to look for and how to stay on scheduleWhat a good pet medication reminder app should do, which features matter for daily pills versus monthly preventatives, and the habits and vet questions that keep doses safe.6 min de lecture
Applications pour animauxPet vaccine reminder app: what to look forWhy boosters slip, what a pet vaccine reminder app should actually do, how to set reminders from your vet's dates, and a checklist for choosing one.6 min de lecture
Applications pour animauxLes meilleures applications pour animaux au Canada, selon vos besoinsAucune application ne fait tout. Voici les meilleures applications pour animaux au Canada, classées selon leur rôle, y compris la nôtre, avec leurs points forts et ce qu'il faut vérifier avant de vous inscrire.6 min de lecture