You can’t blame doting dog owners for wanting to give their four-legged fur babies the royal treatment. Whether you’re looking for a luxurious doggie day spa, an adventurous activity centre or canine therapy sessions, these local spots specialize in helping pampered pups look and feel their very best.
Posh pooches get the royal treatment at this chic pet boutique and spa on Queens Quay. The detailed grooming sessions include a complete brush out, dental care, ear cleaning and more. Do-it-yourselfers can take advantage of the self-serve dog wash area on Sundays. The fully stocked store carries tasty treats, stylish collars and accessories, which your furry friends can show off during the annual runway shows and Halloween costume contests.
This holistic pet health and wellness centre in The Beaches focuses on various different lifestyle needs for both mind and body. The shelves are lined with an array of natural healthcare products, including organic food, nutritional supplements and hypoallergenic shampoo. Pet parents can bring their troubled pups in for health counseling, chiropractic treatments and specialized Bowen Therapy sessions — the light-touch hands-on therapy is designed to help distraught pets with emotional healing, pain relief and energy rebalancing.
There are plenty of happy tales coming out of this doggie day spa on Mount Pleasant. The one-stop pet boutique carries high-end nutritional products, pet toys, bed and carriers. The speedy express grooming service features a bath and towel dry, nail trimming and ear cleaning. Trained pet care professionals also offer grooming lessons to teach pet owners how to trim and clip their pooches from head to toe. Convenient hours cater to busy office workers with early morning drop off and late pick up.
King West dog owners keep their furry friends preened and polished at this luxurious animal emporium. The comprehensive studio focuses on both health and style with its various different grooming and bath packages. The a la carte services are in keeping with the fashion-forward neighbourhood: pawdicures, nail polish application and topknots with bows are all great add-ons for style savvy pets. You’ll also find supervised doggie daycare (full -and half-day options) with lots of stimulating playtime and neighbourhood walks.
You’ll find adorable outfits, designer toys, accessories and gourmet raw foods at this animal emporium with locations in Queen West and Leslieville. The on-site wellness spa features state-of-the-art grooming equipment and personal care products from Woof Cosmetics and Isle of Dog. Your pet will be looking picture perfect after a hydrosurge massage session that includes ear-cleaning, blow out and a mani and pawdicure. This popular spot fills up, so be sure to call ahead to book your appointment.
Pets enjoy a gentle and stress free experience at this doggie day spa with its cage-free environment offering all-nature grooming products. The hydrosurge massaging bath system combines water, shampoo and air to remove dead skin, dirt and debris. Take the pampering up a notch with an indulgent blueberry facial designed to detoxify and brighten facial folds. The spa also offers specialty services for pets dealing with unique medical issues like skunk spray or fleas. The onsite playcare areas are equipped with webcams so owners can keep an eye on their beloved pets from home or the office via their smartphones.