11 September, 2019
When an older dog has a seizure, it’s scary, especially if they don’t have a history of them. I know from experience with my own senior dogs. However, it may give you peace of mind to know that dog seizures aren’t painful for your pooch. Of course, your dog might feel a sense of panic and confusion but during the actual seizure, they won’t be in pain. Learn the symptoms and what you should do if your dog is having a seizure in our blog.
17 May, 2019
13 April, 2019
London is one of the most dog-friendly cities in the world. I love that with so much to see and do, dogs can join in the fun with their humans. However, for senior dogs, mobility problems can put a damper on getting around, which is where our Dogger dog buggy comes in. Not only will it allow your older dog to continue to enjoy the excitement and exercise of walks, it’s extremely versatile. I designed it as an all-terrain, pet jogging buggy so it’s outstanding for smoothly and comfortably navigating any environment. It works equally as well indoors, for casual strolls or to keep small or senior dogs out of harm’s way in crowded environments as it does for hiking and jogging. So, if you plan on exploring a city like London, be sure to bring your Dogger along to help maximize the fun for you and your pooch. Not sure where to start? We've got 7 great dog-friendly spots in London to take your Dogger for a spin...
11 February, 2019
With Valentine’s Day falling in the middle of February, it has become the month of love. Most of us take the time to show our human friends and family how much we care but what about our senior dogs? How can we give them the TLC they deserve not only on Valentine’s Day but all year round?
19 December, 2018
If your dog is constantly slipping and falling or has trouble getting up and down, it can cause them to lose their confidence. Our Grippers™ traction socks ensure senior and disabled dogs can stay on their feet and freely get around the house. We've got some tips for finding the best dog socks for your furry family member’s needs.
19 October, 2018
Dog owners choose to purchase a Dogger for their older or disabled pooch for many different reasons. Often a four-legged family member is having trouble walking and/or vision loss, and that is the obvious motivation to bring a buggy home. However, there are many more reasons beyond the gift of mobility. Often owners of healthy canines and young pups are enjoying the Dogger as well. To explain further, we've got the top 10 reasons to use the Dogger dog buggy below.
17 October, 2018
I firmly believe in staying active and having adventures with your dog as they age. In fact, exercise and mental stimulation from walks are even more important in a dog’s senior years. It helps keep them young and wards off obesity, depression and other health issues. So, when my own senior dogs began experiencing mobility issues, I looked into pet buggies as a solution. While there were plenty on the market, there weren’t any that were geared towards older dogs or that could handle all kinds of terrain. Since I live in British Columbia, Canada, taking advantage of the outdoors and the hiking opportunities is important to me. I also love running with my dogs. So, something durable that would work just as well for a jog as it would on a mountainous hiking trail was a must. Eventually, after trying different products and having no luck, I took matters into my own hands and started my company, Dog Quality.
13 December, 2017
Dog Quality's new super sized versions of its popular Blanket Pads are now available in the United Kingdom making it easier for parents to manage dog incontinence.
The new sizes which include Twin, Double and Queen were designed to provide more protection when covering large areas such as couches and beds. Blanket Pads are unique in that they combine a blanket’s softness with the absorbency and protection found with Dog Quality’s nappies
Each Blanket Pad is made with microfleece which creates a soft but effective wicking layer to pull moisture away from the surface, which is then passed through to the second layer consisting of an absorbent microfiber. The underside of each Blanket Pad is made with a waterproof PUL material which ensures that no urine gets through onto the furniture being protected. Super Sized Blanket Pads are made in-house by Dog Quality in their British Columbia, Canada facility.
“We introduced these super sized versions because I found through customer feedback and using them with my own senior dogs that sometimes you need to protect really large areas such as a bed. Rather than using multiple small Blanket Pads parents now have an option to cover the entire area with one Super Sized Blanket Pad ensuring maximum protection. I find these especially useful when staying with friends or family, staying in hotel rooms, protecting car seats and for use on your own bed or couch. They not only provide peace of mind, but they are so soft and warm that dogs gravitate to them, so it’s a must have addition for any parent managing dog incontinence,” describes Dog Quality’s CEO Ann-Marie Fleming.
The development of Dog Quality’s Super Sized Blanket Pads represents the Company’s ongoing commitment to empowering parents to improve the quality of life for their senior dogs through effective Assistance Products.
09 July, 2014
Dog Quality, a company focused on products that improve the quality of life for older dogs, has launched its UK distribution to better support pet parents in the United Kingdom and across Europe.
While the company has been operating since 2009, all sales and shipments have been handled through its Canadian location making servicing the UK and Europe slow and costly. By being able to offer distribution from within the UK, the Company can now offer affordable and fast delivery options to its customers.
“We are very excited to be able to offer our products in the UK so we can help senior dog parents locally and across Europe in a way that was simply not possible from our Canadian location. Shipping is so expensive these days that trying to service our customers from Canada was cost prohibitive until now,” states Ann-Marie Fleming, CEO of Dog Quality.
Dog Quality’s products include the Dogger™ buggy for dogs that need mobility assistance, Grippers™ dog traction socks to provide dogs with stability on slippery indoor surfaces such as tile and hardwood, and the Washable Wonders™, a line of washable dog incontinence products such as dog nappies, belly bands and pads.
“What we are hearing from our customers is that products like ours are not available in the UK and Europe. We utilize innovations from the baby world and incorporate these design ideas into our products for senior dogs, resulting in high quality, life changing products. We are proud to now have these available in the UK for parents who wish to improve the quality of life for their senior dogs,” adds Fleming.
Dog Quality expects to add new products to its lineup over the coming months including a waterproof blanket pad, a no tail hole version of their nappies and a larger buggy for bigger dogs.
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