posted in 2 May, 2012 by Guest Writer, Lynne - owner of Masters & Dogs Westboro

Organized group walks with Masters ‘n DOGS

Organized group walks have helped many dogs and their owners gain confidence as walking with other dogs and people gives off positive vibes for socially correct behaviour. Little dogs become less timid and nervous around big dogs and the big dogs are more tolerant with the small fries. Meeting other people and dogs during our group walk is a more pleasant task for fearful dogs as they are with a group that they are comfortable with. Group walks are a great preparation for those who like to participate in charity walkathons–your dog will walk like a pro as you will have gained experience of walking with a group.
We meet Saturdays & Sundays at 11:30 inside or at the front of Masters ‘n DOGS Westboro. We start our walk by 11:45 and we are back by 12:30. Water and treats are on us upon your return.

“Walk this way!” with mastersndogs.ca

354 Richmond Rd, in Westboro Village between Lululemon & MEC 613.792.3711

posted in 10 Jan, 2012 by Guest Writer, Lynne - owner of Masters & Dogs Westboro

Dog Socials waggin’ on back @ Masters ‘n DOGS Westboro

Small Fry Maïa photobysuebird.com

Now that winter is really here, some of our tiny and/or short fur friends have been inquiring about indoor social time at Masters ‘N Dogs Westboro. Sign up for our dog social club info and meetings by writing to Stella at: barkinwestboro@gmail.com
Some of you are already registered. If you’ve been to a social last winter when we were Bark & Fitz, we still have your info on file.

Please tell us your dog’s name and breed (or breed description if a mixed breed), month and year of birth, what food your dog is presently eating and what type of treats that it prefers. This will help us set up the socials properly. We try to group them by size and breed when the clubs start getting up there in number of participants. We aim to have a Small Breed Puppy group and a Large Breed Puppy grouping. Indoor socials will be on either Tuesdays or Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30. We ask that all members are gone by 7:45 so the staff can close up shop after a long day at work.

Indoor dog socials are meant to expose dogs of similar size & breed to other dogs and their masters. We offer treat samples, food samples, feature toy of the month, a basket with gently used toys “to share” and discussion time with our knowledgeable staff. We sometimes have special guests such as Bark Busters, a local artist or photographer and will have special promotions with store products for club members only. We ask for a donation to BARK rescue as an entry fee for these indoor socials. Once a month we will draw a door prize for social club members who’ve attended our indoor events.

Tue January 17th: Boxers
Wed January 18th: Small Fries (under 19lbs)
Tue January 24: Bullies & Pugs (bulldogs, frenchies, pugs)
Wed January 25: Small Breed Puppies
Tue January 31st: Large Breed Puppies
Wed February 1st: Doxies (dachshunds)

Masters ‘N DOGS Westboro, 354 Richmond Rd, Ottawa in Westboro Village, 613-792-3711

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posted in 20 Apr, 2011 by Guest Writer, Lynne - owner of Masters & Dogs Westboro

Dog Socials & Sunday walks with B&F Westboro

WALK WITH A PACK @ THE PIT: May 1st, 15th, 29th & June 5th

Starting in May, on designated Sundays from 10:00 to 11:00am, meet B&F Westboro’s manager Dave Loney (proud owner of Prince, Trouble & Brutus) at Bruce Pit.

You and your dog(s) will walk the trails with an organized group to encourage proper “walking on leash” with other dogs & humans. Off leash play time will be optional at the end of the walk and Dave will have plenty of treats as well as poop pick up bags on hand. Our first goal with these organized walks will be to form a Bark & Fitz team for BARK Rescue’s annual walkathon held this year at Rideau Carleton Raceway on Sunday, June 12th.

DOG SOCIAL CLUBS @ Bark & Fitz Westboro

Back by popular demand are the Dog Social Clubs with Bark & Fitz Westboro. We’re planning April & May in-door socials as we continue to muddle through the chilly spring weather. Westboro in-store dog socials are designed for dogs to hang out with dogs of similar breed or size under the watchful eye of their owners. Our in-store socials are held on weekday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Taste testing our gourmet food and treats for our canine club members is provided, sniff and play time is a given. Special guests, toy testing/sharing, Good Dog Wall photo booth and $5 nailclips for B.A.R.K. rescue just to name a few of the activities that we are planning on having (but not necessarily all at the same time).

To register with our Dog Social Clubs, email Stella Social with your name, dog’s name, breed description, month & year of birth, along with their favourite treat & food. Stella will write back with what Social Club your dog belongs to and when the next social is. In-door socials at the store are $5 per family. Proceeds will be donated to B.A.R.K. rescue and will include the nailclip, treat & food tasting.

APRIL/MAY DOG SOCIALS