*PROPER  PET  HYGIENE

As a trained "Shampoo Therapist"  your dog's skin and fur condition will be evaluated prior to grooming to ensure the correct medicated shampoo and conditioner for your dog will be used. 

The skin is the  dog's largest organ.

The selection of shampoo and conditioners will ensure that the best possible combinations can be used to provide the best  possible topical treatment is provided  at The Hounds. 

Personal attention is brought to your dog during the shampoo massage to stimulate the fur follicles, topped off with a warm towel service, quiet blow dry, specific fur styling.

anal gland expression extra 

ear cleaning/plucking extra 

nail trimming is extra

* "BED & BISCUIT" Boarding 

day or over night

"walkies" are included

* "RU​FF RELAXATION"  

massage therapy/rehabilitation

Here is a surprising  fact, dogs prefer to be massaged over petting!

One on one private appts. or we now offer virtual on line guidance, our general classes (where you can bring your dog) will resume when permitted for public safety.. hang in there there is a light at the end of the tunnel...woof!

In Karen's opinion dogs are cherished members of the family, she is pleased to bring her skills, and knowledge to Ottawa.  She was an instructor at St. Clair College in Windsor,  so all this experience has brought to light just how valuable an asset this is to contributing to the health and welfare of animals.  She provides complimentary veterinary services that aid in the recovery of animal injury,  surgery recovery, degenerative disease joint pain and obesity.

There also  an increasingly high interest in canine therapeutic massage as this practice is a holistic approach to complement with veterinary care,  in treating and rehabilitating  injuries and conditions.  As well as maintaining an overall prevention to wellness.

*Cranial sacral therapy 

"A gentle hands-on form of healing"

CST is a safe, non-invasive technique, balancing  the  innate healing abilities of the meningeal system, between the cranium (skull bones) to sacrum (tail bone)  bringing with it lasting and beneficial  results.

Graduate Veterinary technician 

  *"SIT STAY COME"

Behavior consultations available now!

one on one behavior modification solutions, also offered on line with virtual connection, email, phone conversations and video review, you can also drop off and pick up for private lessons, where you are NOT present.

Karen uses only proactive positively reinforced methods your dog will choose to listen because he or she understands your wants.

Karen is fortunate to prove her skills as she competes at very high levels of obedience, tracking and protection within Schutzhund IGP. with her German Shepherd "Druck"

*Obedience Service training:

Personal obedience, scent tracking & protection classes available this spring, call today for information and registration

Private drop off lessons available 

  *"NO MORE 

DOGGY BREATH"

Our safe and affordable teeth  cleaning,  is a carefully perfected holistic technique made up of 20 plus years of animal health qualifications, experience, flossing, brushing, scaling and cosmetically polishing all sides of the tooth above the gum line with the use of hand instruments.

Dental products for sale to help with prevention and good dental health.

Minor & full teeth cleaning available, please send along pictures for estimate.

(hand scaling and cosmetic polishing) 

The appointment is one hour in duration, your dog is handled with kindness, in a stress free  atmosphere, they are kept completely comfortable and fully awake, with no distractions.  

The appointment begins with your dog receiving a relaxing therapeutic massage, to prevent, and alleviate any fear and anxiety.

 At anytime the procedure is halted if a problem arises, and you will be redirected to a veterinary specialist.