Wholesome Canine

Wholesome Canine Wholesome Canine offers real food for dogs, exceptional supplements, training/lifestyle coaching, an

Health & Wellness shop for dogs offering a range of human grade food, treats and supplements, as well as nutrition and behaviour consultations from qualified experts.

The street in front of the shop will be open but a couple of blocks east Dundas will be closed (Lansdowne to Ossington)....
06/04/2025

The street in front of the shop will be open but a couple of blocks east Dundas will be closed (Lansdowne to Ossington).

For our delivery customers, orders will be leaving at 1 PM sharp on Friday.

It’s Pride Month! If you’re new here, welcome to one of our favourite times of the year!Our city comes alive to celebrat...
06/01/2025

It’s Pride Month! If you’re new here, welcome to one of our favourite times of the year!

Our city comes alive to celebrate diversity, and we’re thrilled to have visitors from all walks of life join us in honouring the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We greet each and every one of you with open arms!

Since we first opened our doors over eight years ago, our priority has always been to ensure everyone who walks through them feels seen, heard, and welcomed.

We believe that promoting animal wellness and the ideals of treating our dogs and cats like family go hand-in-hand with extending that same love and respect to our fellow humans.

Pride Month is a time for deeper reflection, especially on how it’s not always safe for people to live authentically. We recognise the privilege we have here, and we strive every day to be better humans and better allies.

All Pride Month, we’re collecting money for The 519. Follow them in our bio and check out all the amazing work they do. 100% of all donations will go directly to the organisation.

So how can you help?

This month we’re giving away four $100 gift cards, with a draw happening every Friday.

We’re starting the month off straight away with a month-long raffle. Each $5 donation is equal to one entry. You can donate through our webside (link in bio) or at the cash register when you come by to say hi in person. (No purchase necessary.) The draw will happen on Monday, June 30, with the winner getting a $100 gift card for the store.

We’re also posting weekly Instagram competitions on June 6, 13, and 20. Each Friday, a new riddle will be posted, and it will be your job to decipher its clues and follow the instructions!

Everyone who correctly solves that week’s riddle will be given an entry to the monthly draw, with the first 20 participants to prove they’ve solved the riddle also eligible for that week’s draw of a $100 gift card.

Competitions will involve mind-bending riddles and adorable photo ops with your dog as they help us celebrate this important month!

Proactive and preventive care are key. It starts with the right diet. If you're concerned or noticing an upward trend, r...
05/11/2025

Proactive and preventive care are key. It starts with the right diet.
If you're concerned or noticing an upward trend, reach out to us.

Let's work together to keep your dog’s kidneys in top shape!

You don’t hear us tooting our own horn very often, but we should change that because we are, in fact, pretty awesome! We...
05/07/2025

You don’t hear us tooting our own horn very often, but we should change that because we are, in fact, pretty awesome! We’re a small, locally owned business that cares deeply for your dogs and cats, which shows in our knowledge, our desire to keep learning, and our love of what we do.

But also, we offer some pretty stellar products with a bunch of different ways for you to get them.

🛒 Come on in, browse, hang out, chat, and shop.

💻 Pressed for time? Don’t feel like chatting? Order online and we’ll have stuff ready when you arrive to pick it up.

🚗 Don’t live close enough or have time to drop in? Order online for local delivery. We deliver three days a week!

📦 Live outside our delivery area? Order online for parcel post. We offer flat rate shipping with or without a Signature Required.

This is why we ask so many questions when your dog is having tummy troubles—we look at the whole system for signs of dis...
05/03/2025

This is why we ask so many questions when your dog is having tummy troubles—we look at the whole system for signs of distress, not just the stomach and intestines. When we’re helping you create a recovery or repair plan, we try to make sure all these organs are supported. If your dog is struggling, let’s work together to find the right diet and an integrative plan for better digestion. Book a phone consultation today!

We're not vets but we're always learning from the best of the best, like 💚

Sorry not sorry. Just like us, dogs need ample moisture in their diet to stay healthy and to thrive. Water is essential ...
04/29/2025

Sorry not sorry.

Just like us, dogs need ample moisture in their diet to stay healthy and to thrive. Water is essential for almost every function in the body, from digestion and waste elimination, to circulation and temperature regulation. For dogs, consuming moisture-rich foods and having clean, fresh water available supports these vital functions.

Without enough moisture, dogs become dehydrated, leading to issues like dry skin, urinary tract problems, and kidney issues. Longer term, they’ll experience stiff joints and a sluggish digestive system from dealing with low-grade dehydration day in and day out.

Whereas dry food actually takes moisture away from the body, a meal consisting of fresh, whole foods provides it. This is why kibble-fed dogs drink way more water than fresh-fed pups—they’re trying to replace what’s missing in their diet. Ultimately, it’s not enough.

Just as we humans rely on water to maintain our energy and overall health, so do our dogs. They need proper hydration to stay vibrant, active, and free from chronic health issues. Ensuring they get enough moisture is key to their longevity and quality of life.

Feeding dry food? Try these toppers to help increase your dog’s hydration:

🦴 Bone broth
🥬 Fresh grated veg
🥦 Steamed veg
🥛 Yogurt or Kefir
🫐 Berries and fruit
🍗🥚 A little bit of cooked or raw dog food (because every bit helps)

On that note, head over to the link in our bio for a free intro guide to toppers!

🐰 Sunday from 11-4, as usual.
04/20/2025

🐰 Sunday from 11-4, as usual.

This quote by is a reminder that real, whole foods are the foundation of your dog’s health. Supplements can be so bene...
04/16/2025

This quote by is a reminder that real, whole foods are the foundation of your dog’s health. Supplements can be so beneficial, but they’re not a replacement for fresh, species-appropriate nutrition.

If your dog consumes ultra-processed foods day in and day out, you can’t rely on supplements to cancel out the negative impact of that diet. That’s like trying to patch a leaky roof with a roll of tape.

Want to learn more about simple ways to improve your dog’s diet? Stop by the shop or send us a message! You can also find a free guide to fresh, homemade toppers on our website. Because every bit counts!

We'll be closed on Friday but open the rest of the weekend. Last day of deliveries is Wednesday. Please order by noon We...
04/15/2025

We'll be closed on Friday but open the rest of the weekend.
Last day of deliveries is Wednesday.
Please order by noon Wednesday for local delivery.

Christine here. I felt compelled to share this email in its entirety because it truly sums up everything I strive for wh...
04/11/2025

Christine here. I felt compelled to share this email in its entirety because it truly sums up everything I strive for when helping clients and everything Wholesome Canine stands for.

Our entire existence revolves around helping your pets be healthier, happier, and more comfortable. Our mission is not to sell or upsell but rather to have you leave our shop with the knowledge you’re doing what’s best for your dog or cat.

We can’t guarantee a perfect outcome with every single pet, but we can guarantee that we will never try to sell you something for the sake of selling you something. We respect you and how hard you work for your money, but most of all, we’re honoured that you choose to invest in your pet’s health with us at Wholesome Canine.

If you’re like us, your camera roll is jam-packed with pics of your pets. This is your reminder to preserve each one of ...
04/08/2025

If you’re like us, your camera roll is jam-packed with pics of your pets. This is your reminder to preserve each one of them.
Don’t put it off.

Dogs are resilient, so the effects of a poor diet only gradually appear over time. Just because a four-year-old dog is s...
03/27/2025

Dogs are resilient, so the effects of a poor diet only gradually appear over time. Just because a four-year-old dog is spry, and their coat looks healthy, it doesn’t mean the wrong diet is “working.”

This is still one of our favourite quotes from legendary animal nutritionist Richard Patton. It reminds us that evolution has made animals incredibly adaptable—so much so that a poor diet can seem to be working for a while, but over time, nutrient deficiencies, inflammation, and metabolic stress catch up.

At Wholesome Canine, we believe in feeding dogs in a way that supports their biology, not proves their adaptability.

We have the science and we have the stories, and the bottom line is this: a dog cannot really and truly thrive on an ultraprocessed diet for life. Survive? Yes. Thrive? Nope.

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2096 Dundas Street West
Toronto, ON
M6R1W9

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 7pm
Tuesday 11am - 7pm
Wednesday 11am - 7pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 3pm

Telephone

4168556463

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Health & Wellness shop for dogs offering a range of human grade food, treats and supplements, as well as nutrition and behaviour consultations from qualified experts. We’re also the home creators of the The Scent Den, North America’s only sensory and enrichment zone for dogs.