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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Do dogs like Christmas?

‘Tis that time of year when normality, whatever that looks like, is turned on its head. For some it’s a time of great merriment, for others one of loneliness...

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Personality changes

I don’t want to burst your bubble, folks, but we’re all ageing. And, of course, the same applies to dogs. Sadly, and what makes it worse, is that our furry...

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Being an effective dog owner

20+ years ago, Stephen Covey wrote his classic self-help book entitled “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”. In reviewing some of the underlying themes of...

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Giving thanks

Tis the season of Thanksgiving so I thought it appropriate to share my thoughts on what I am thankful for in the canine world: Volunteerism: many dog-related...

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A Perfect Compromise

Every so often I come across articles which I can relate to and make me smile. An article by Paula Girolo in “thebark.com” falls into this category. Enjoy! “I...

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Effect of changing the clocks

I’ve never been a big fan of changing the clocks twice a year. Not because I come from Saskatchewan but because the reason for introducing “Daylight savings...

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Senior dogs

November is “National Adopt a Senior Pet Month”: a month in which people are reminded that there are many senior pets in shelters available for adoption, in...

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The Iditarod

Arguably the most demanding race on the planet, the Iditarod is a sled dog race which takes place each March in Alaska, between Anchorage and Nome, a distance...

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Canine pioneers

We all think our dogs are great, for a variety of reasons. However, there are a few dogs that have gone above and beyond in terms of courage and bravery which...

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The impact of touch on a puppy

Common sense and numerous research projects over the years show us that the act of touching (or stroking) a dog is beneficial for our well being. This may...


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