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The PAW Library

Resourcesfor the responsible owner

Events we're supporting, an Education Center of long-form guides, and a new Breed Spotlight every month — curated by the PAW Privileges editorial team.

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Owner · Caleya Davie
Breeder · Bendegeit Mastiffs — Supporting Sponsor

01 · Events

Where we'll be this season

From flagship showcases to intimate partner gatherings, these are the events PAW Privileges is hosting or proudly supporting across Canada.

Featured · Flagship Event

Saturday, June 14, 2026

PAW Privileges Spring Showcase

A full-day brand showcase celebrating our breeders, partners and pet families with talks, tastings, and a curated marketplace.

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST
Distillery District · Toronto, ON
Education

Responsible Breeder Symposium

Friday, July 11, 2026
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM PST
Fairmont Pacific Rim · Vancouver, BC

A full day with leading veterinarians, geneticists, and CKC mentors on raising healthier, more confident litters.

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Partner Event

Tilted Barn Country Day

Sunday, August 17, 2026
11:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST
Tilted Barn Farm · Caledon, ON

An afternoon on the farm with our Founding Partner Tilted Barn — agility demos, raw-feeding talks, and family activities.

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Community

Gotcha Day Photo Walk

Saturday, September 6, 2026
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM MST
Nose Hill Park · Calgary, AB

Bring your dog for a guided photo walk with our editorial team — every owner leaves with a complimentary portrait.

Learn more

02 · Education Center

The PAW Education Center

Long-form guides from our editors, veterinarians and breeder mentors — designed to help you raise a healthier, happier dog at every stage.

Breeder Guide

Choosing a Responsible Breeder in Canada

What to look for, what to ask, and how to recognize the standards that separate ethical breeders from the rest.

8 min readRead
Puppy Raising

The First 16 Weeks: A Puppy Socialization Roadmap

A week-by-week framework rooted in early neurological stimulation and confident exposure.

12 min readRead
Nutrition

Raw, Kibble, or Both? A Founder's Guide to Feeding

How our Founding Partners think about nutrition — and how to build a bowl that fits your dog's life stage.

10 min readRead
Health

Understanding Health Testing: OFA, PennHIP & DNA Panels

A plain-language breakdown of what each test measures and why it matters before you bring a puppy home.

9 min readRead
Lifestyle

Travelling Across Canada With Your Dog

Routes, rest stops, dog-friendly stays, and the gear our editorial team never leaves home without.

7 min readRead
Breeder Guide

The Guardian Home Model, Explained

How co-ownership programs work and what makes a great guardian family for a breeder's program.

6 min readRead

03 · Breed Spotlight

This month's featured breed

Every month we drill down into one breed — temperament, health considerations, raising notes, and the Canadian breeders leading the way.

The Golden Retriever portrait

This Month's Spotlight

this month

Sporting Group · Canada

The Golden Retriever

Beloved for their warmth and trainability, the Golden Retriever remains one of Canada's most cherished family dogs. This month we explore their origins, the health testing every responsible breeder commits to, and the Canadian kennels carrying the standard forward.

Group
Sporting
Origin
Scotland, 1860s
Average Lifespan
10 – 12 years
Energy Level
High · Outdoorsy
Health Testing
OFA · PennHIP · DNA
Best Suited For
Active families

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