Author - Steve King

Steve KingSteve King was President and Founder of Community Therapy Dogs Society, a volunteer with Lions Foundation of Canada and a dog trainer.

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Service dogs

This week we’re going to feature what, in my opinion, could rightfully be called the “Kings” and “Queens” of the dog world:...

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Canine Communication

Unfortunately most of us don’t possess the powers of communication that Dr. Doolittle had when he was able to talk to the animals. But that doesn’t...

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Jobs with dogs

It wasn’t that long ago that the only careers involving dogs were either becoming a veterinarian, being a dog trainer or running a dog boarding facility...

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Therapy Dogs

This week I’d like to touch on one of my favourite topics: therapy dogs. These dogs are close to my heart, having started the Community (formerly...

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Socializing your dog

For the first 8 weeks of a puppy’s life it is being taught the ways of the world by mommy dog. Observing what happens in those first 8 weeks is...

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“He did what???”

Whether your dog is a puppy new to your house or an older guy, one thing they have in common is opportunism. If something looks or smells interesting to a dog...

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The psychology of dogs

This week I’d like to touch on the subject of the psychology of dogs. Back in the 19th century, dogs were considered to be creatures who existed but did...

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Thinking of getting a dog?

This is a big decision to make and one that takes a lot of careful consideration. Unlike other purchases we make, dogs should never be an impulse buy, as...

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Man’s Best Friend

Dogs: you either love them or hate them. Are they part of the family or a creature to be avoided at all costs? Over the coming weeks, I’ll be doing a...


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