THE PET BLOG
Namaste: Dog Yoga!
This September, we joined the RSM Alberta team at The Ampersand for some yoga and puppy time! We visited twice, once at the beginning of the month and once at the end. Each yoga session supported a local charity, The Little Red Reading House and the Calgary Children’s Foundation. Pups walked over to The Ampersand…
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National Day for Truth & Reconciliation 2023
September 30th marks the third National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, a day intended to honour residential school survivors and recognize those who did not return to their families. On this day, as allies, we hope to take actionable steps toward reconciliation with our thoughts and actions. This day is about more than wearing…
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Say Cheese! Killarney Yearbook Photos
September is here, and with the start of fall comes the beginning of a new school year. As your four-legged family members returned to their school routines, we wanted to commemorate their year with a one-of-a-kind photo booth! We stacked our books, packed our backpacks, and headed to class with a swing in our step.…
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School Picture Day at The Pet!
We were delighted to host another year of Back-to-School Yearbook Photos at The Petropolitan! In addition to looking adorable, your pups got the chance to show off their ‘sit’ and ‘stay’ skills- and they did so well! We pulled out our chalk and hit the books to create a one-of-a-kind photo booth for the 2023…
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Lookbook: Killarney Summer Luau
We were so excited to host our first Foam and Pool Party for our Killarney friends! Our events aren’t just cute, they’re fantastic socialization opportunities for your dogs! The dogs get to try new things, sit and stay for photos with a variety of props, be exposed to different sights and sounds, try new snacks,…
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Event Lookbook: Summer Luau
We had an absolute blast hosting another summer fun Luau Pool & Foam Party! This event is such a treat to host, and the dogs have an absolute blast! Our events aren’t just cute, they’re fantastic socialization opportunities for your dogs! The dogs get to try new things, sit and stay for photos with a…
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We Do It Naked
We’ve been playing naked at The Petropolitan since we opened in 2019! Being a collar-free facility helps us maintain one of our top priorities: safety. It also ensures your belongings return home in the same condition they arrived. WHY IS NAKED SAFER? When dogs play together, they use their teeth, feet, muzzles, and jaws,…
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Preparing for a Staycation at The Petropolitan
Being your family’s pet care provider of choice is a responsibility we don’t take lightly! Our goal is to ensure your pet’s stay is as comfortable as possible and that you have the ultimate peace of mind while you’re working or travelling. Dropping your pet off for a stay at The Petropolitan should only take…
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Coat Health & Conditioning | Tangles and Mats
WHY DO PETS GET TANGLES AND MATS? Have a double or triple coated dog or cat that needs regular grooming? If so, you’ve likely experienced matting in your pet’s coat at one point or another! Some dogs can be more prone to mats and tangles by virtue of their hair type and texture.…
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National Day for Truth & Reconciliation 2022
September 30th marks the second National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, a day intended to honour residential school survivors and recognize those who did not return to their families. On this day, as allies, we hope to take actionable steps towards reconciliation with our thoughts and actions. This day is about more than wearing…
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