By now everyone has heard, and most likely felt, the earthquake yesterday. It was my, and both of our dogs, first earthquake and it was definitely rumbly.

There have always been many stories about pets sensing earthquakes before they happen. Thomas works from home and said that Corduroy came upstairs to be with him, and Paddington stayed in the safety of her crate. Neither of them were shook up by the quake, before, during or after really.

But I have heard other stories of cats going crazy before the quake as well as dogs at Doggy Day Care all going to the same spot by the fence.

Did your dog sense the quake? How were your dogs after the quake yesterday afternoon and evening?

In the fall, Dogs at Camp, which offers daycare and overnight care for dogs, opened in Stitsville just outside of Ottawa. Paddington, Corduroy, Thomas and I had the pleasure of attending and everyone had a great time. Their facility is large and has lots of room for dogs to play and run away their energy.

One amazing thing that Dogs at Camp is doing to help the Ottawa dog community is they are fostering dogs for BARK Rescue. What an amazing concept!! The foster dogs get to run and play and have a great time before finding their forever homes. I commend Dogs at Camp for doing this – you are making a huge difference in the lives of dogs and that’s so great!

Soon after they opened, Dogs at Camp launched a blog and I think it’s so much fun! Check it out here.

Stop by The Dog House at 1033 Maitland Avenue and get your car washed for a $15 donation to Bullies in Need.

Bullies in Need is itself in need of funds after a lot of recent vet bills:

“Yes, our little guy Einstein was sick, then recovered, then broke his leg… He is now recovering from that in his foster home. All to the tune of just over $2000…!

We also took on a pregnant rotti/lab mom from a high-kill pound, who gave birth to 6 happy puppies. The pups and mom then all ended up sick with a horrible strain of kennel cough (that seems to be going around). We rushed them into emergency and they were treated. Again, all to the tune of over $1000…!”

~ Tanya, from Bullies in Need
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(Ottawa Dog of the Week for February 2nd/09)

“My name is Brady and I’m an 11 month old Siberian Husky. I favourite things to do are play in the snow, chew my toys and go to daycare at doggingit with all my friends because my daddy owns it. I have two Rottweiler sisters named Tia and Charley. I’m not like most huskies because I hear that many of them are independent dogs but all I want to do is cuddle and play with all my favourite people and dogs. This year was my very first Christmas and I couldn’t wait to dig into all the presents.” – Brady’s Mom, Amanda

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Santa Claus is coming to Doggingit! On Tuesday December the 9th, come get your pooch’s picture with Santa for only $5.00 at either our Bells Corners or Kanata Locations and take home your framed picture to show off for the holidays.

We also provide daycare services if you would like to leave your dog for the day as well as grooming to get your dog looking great for the picture. For more information on Santa’s visit or any of our services just give us a call or drop by either location!

Merry Christmas from Doggingit!

Bells Corners: 3825 Richmond Rd. 613-820-DOGS(3647)
Kanata: 4055 Carling Ave. 613-591-1DOG(1364)

(Ottawa Dog of the Week for July 14/08)

“Benson, aka: Ben, Benny, Mr. B…. is a year old Boston Terrier Dachshund mix. Like his breeding, Benson is unique, a dog with a character all his own. Benson enjoys basking in the sun, playing with his favourite Orbee ball, and going for adventures in the woods with his mom. More recently Benson has been enjoying his time at The Dog House where he has met lots of new friends both canine and human.” – Benson’s mom, Lorian

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