The Modern Dog Kitchener

10/22/2026

Dogtopia trainer Mikayla Morris, CPDT-KA, explains how to tell if your dog needs more mental stimulation (via Chewy).

Discover fun ways to provide mental stimulation for dogs! Explore brain games, mentally stimulating dog toys, and easy dog enrichment activities to beat boredom.

10/22/2026

It’s truly a problem 🤣 don’t worry pet parents..we will bring your pups back to daycare! 🧡🐾

10/21/2026

What kind of variety does dog daycare offer that dog parks or walks don’t? 🤔🐶

Dog parks mainly offer open play, while walks are often limited to the same route and routine. At Dogtopia, pups can enjoy agility-style exercises, brain games, follow-the-leader, bubble chasing, craft days, themed photoshoots, tasty treats, playroom dance parties, and more. 🧡

This mix of physical activity, mental stimulation, enrichment, and variety helps make every day more engaging for your pup.

Get more of your dog-related questions answered on our FAQ page: https://www.dogtopia.com/faq/

10/21/2026

sorry we’re late, the dogs were throwing fits 💅🐾 and honestly? they ate.

10/20/2026

🎃🐾 All treats, no tricks..just some seriously cute costumes!

Vote for your favourite costume in the comments and help us crown our 3 Howl-O-Ween winner! 👑👻

10/20/2026

POV: You and your bestie both show up in the same costume and suddenly it’s a competition over who wore it better. 💀🎃🐾

10/19/2026

Not every dog is a fan of costumes, and that’s okay! 🎃🐶 Your pup can still join the Halloween fun without being dressed from head to tail. Keep things comfortable and low-stress with ideas made for dogs who would prefer a simple costume.

Is your dog not a fan of dressing up for Halloween? Check out our simple, low-stress costume ideas that you can try out this year.

10/16/2026

There’s no such thing as being too obsessed with your dog. 🐶🤷‍♀️

And honestly? Our team gets it. We’re just as infatuated with your pups! 🐶 From planning purposeful play and socialization activities to hosting bubble parties and photoshoots, we love making every day at Dogtopia one they’ll look forward to. 🐾✨

10/15/2026

Spooky season has officially arrived at The Modern Dog! 🎃🐾👻

We kicked off our Halloween fun with today’s “corn maze” agility course, and our pups had an a-MAZE-ing time! 🌽🧡 So many happy tails, curious noses, and brave little adventurers!

The Halloween fun is just getting started… stay tuned for more treats and tricks! 🐶✨

10/14/2026

Is your adolescent dog suddenly nervous about something they used to ignore? 🤔 Fear periods are common, and understanding these changes can help you give your pup the patience, support, and confidence they need.

Has your dog suddenly become unsure of things they’ve never had a problem with before? Find out what a fear period is and ways to help.

10/11/2026

Mikayla Morris of Dogtopia's Canine Behavior Expert Council explains how pups learn their owner's "normal" well enough to notice when something is off.

Dogs may not understand that you’re ill, but their powerful senses can pick up changes in your smell, body language, voice and routine. Experts explain what your dog could be noticing - and why their reaction doesn’t necessarily mean they know you’re sick

10/09/2026

Looking for easy ways to support your dog’s dental health at home? 🐶🦷 Check out these tasty additions to your pup’s mealtime routine to give them something satisfying to chew and enjoy.

At Dogtopia, we love giving pups occasional tasty treats to enjoy. Contact your local Dogtopia to find out what special treat days they have coming up! https://www.dogtopia.com/location-finder/

10/08/2026

“What is this place?” 🐶👀

Just your dog’s favourite place to clock in for a full day of besties, zoomies, and professional belly rubs. 🐾😂

Welcome to The Modern Dog Kitchener! Book a Meet & Greet and come join the pack. 🤎

10/08/2026

Your dog’s muscles support their mobility, balance, stability, and everyday movement. Here are five reasons to prioritize their muscle health this National Pet Wellness Month. 💪🐾

Find out five reasons why prioritizing your dog's muscle health can help them with balance, stability, weight management, and aging.

10/06/2026

Happy National Coach Day! 🐾 Today, we’re celebrating Dogtopia’s trained and loving Canine Coaches who help our pups become more confident, social, and comfortable around their furry friends through guidance, patience, and supervised play.

10/05/2026

Spooky season is finally here! 🎃 Reach out to your local Dogtopia daycare to learn about their Halloween-themed activities, so your pup doesn’t miss out! ⁣

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10/02/2026

POV: you try to mind your own business at work but your coworker gets dragged into other work 😂

10/01/2026

Pumpkin spice and everything nice… especially these faces 🥹🍂☕️

Our pups are serving cozy fall vibes, and we’re obsessed 🧡🐾

09/28/2026

What if our daycare pups were actually reality tv stars? ⭐️😂

09/28/2026

October is looking spook-tacular at The Modern Dog Kitchener! 🎃🐾 Save the dates for a month of photos, treats, parties and pup adventures:

🍂 Oct 1 — Dogtober Kickoff: Fall-themed photoshoot and pupcakes. $10 add-on

🦷 Oct 8 — Fresh Smile Day: pawlishsmiles joins us for anesthesia-free teeth cleaning appointments.

🍺 Oct 10–11 — DOGtoberfest: Visit our booth at Gaukel Block, meet the team and we are doing some fun giveaways 🥳

🦃 Oct 12 — Thanksgiving: Daycare is CLOSED, but boarding remains open. Our Fall Boarding Promo is available—reserve your pup’s stay early!

🍽️ Oct 13 — Thanksgiving Turkey Lunch: A special lunch for pups at daycare. $5 add-on

🌽 Oct 15 — Spooky Corn Maze: A Halloween-themed agility course. $15 add-on

📸 Oct 20 — Howl-O-Ween Photoshoot & Costume Contest: Halloween photos and a costume contest with giveaways. $10 add-on

🧋 Oct 22 — Boba & Besties: Join us for a fun pickup-time collaboration with Chatime Kitchener !

👻 Oct 27 — Monster Mash Halloween Pawty: Trick for a treat, a pumpkin patch and Halloween photos with friends. $10 add-on

🎂 Oct 29 — October Birthday Pawty: Celebrating all our October birthday pups!

Call or DM us to sign your pup up for their favourite add-ons. Which event are they most excited for? 🧡