Citizen Canine is a non-profit network of individuals and organizations working together to promote responsible dog ownership and support the dog-owning community in Greater Victoria. Our three areas of focus are advocacy, public education, and canine community building.
Dogs are an important part of many families in Greater Victoria, yet public policy does not always provide much support for people with dogs. In some communities, people and their dogs are unduly denied access to parks, public transportation, and even a place to live. Citizen Canine is working to draw attention to these issues, with the goal of improving public access, acceptance, and welfare of dogs and dog owners in this region.
Every person who joins Citizen Canine adds to our influence and effectiveness with local policy-makers. As a member you will be kept informed about issues affecting dog owners as well as upcoming dog-related events. Citizen Canine sends out informational e-mails to members from time to time, as well as a quarterly e-newsletter packed with interesting and timely articles.
You will find plenty of information and discussion about dogs in our forum - with topics ranging from lost dogs, to training, and even dog-friendly accommodation. Feel free to jump right in with questions or responses of your own!
Check out our listings for upcoming dog-related events. To submit a listing, send an e-mail to Joanna.
Dog Ownership: Physical Activity and Health Participants needed for dog walking research * Elegibility criteria: Adult dog owner, not currently walking your dog regularly (less than 4 times per week for a min. of 30 minutes at a brisk pace). * Participation include completion of a questionnaire and wearing a pedometer for 7 days at the start, middle and end of the 3 month period. * Low time commitment and honorariums for participation * Contact Holly at 250.472.5488 or email bml@uvic.ca Be sure to put dog study in the subject line!
September 6th -- Annual Dachshund Wiener-Walk Registration at 11am with a parade, hotdog lunch, costume contest, door prizes with a parade at 2pm Where: Beaver Lake at the filter beds Entry Fee: suggested donation $5 to cover costs of the event. Extra donations go to the Dachshund Rescue Club of BC For more info, please contact wienerwalk@hotmail.com
Saturday, September 13, 2008 -- BCSPCA Wild Arc "Paws For a Cause" 2008 Walk and Run for Wildlife. This event takes place at Royal Road University, 2005 Sooke Road. There will be a 3 km fun walk and a 5 km Rover's Run, as well as food, entertainment, kids' games, dog games, prizes and more. Please pre-register at: www.spca.bc.ca/walk Choose Location Vancouver Island - Wild Arc The fundraising goal is to achieve $20,000 to help rehabilitate injured local wildlife.
Saturday, September 13--DOGSAFE Canine First Aid Workshop from 8:30 to 4:30 This could save your dogs life! Learn how to treat minor wounds, recognize serious health problems, and stabilize your dog saving precious time so you can get to the vet. Cost $129.00 + GST Payment in full to register. To register, contact K9HQ
Sunday September 21st -- Dog Day Afternoon Time: 1pm till 4pm Where: Luxton Fair Grounds Registration: $15 which includes a Dog Day bandana for your dog Dog Day Afternoon is a dog walk to raise money for local Rotary projects and youth scholorships. This year, the Club is fundraising for the Salvation Army's Crystal Meth Recovery Program. This event consists of a fun leisurely 2.5 km walk in the West Shore Communities along the Galloping Goose Trail and includes a variety of entertainment, contests, expert advice, pet information, vendors, the best hamburgers in town and loads of tailwagging fun. For further information, please call Phil McGuire at (250) 478-3237 or Mike Wedekind at 250 474-5287, email michaelwedekind@hotmail.com
September 27, 2008--GVAC's annual fundraiser Dinner & Silent Auction 6:00 to 11:00 pm at McMorran's Beach House, 5109 Cordova Bay Rd. Cost is $45 and includes buffet dinner and tableside magaic by David Attwood. Bid on more than 300 auction items. All funds raised go to help stray, abused and abandoned animals in Greater Victoria. Purchase tickets at Bosley's Burnside, Colwood or Shelbourne store or at Your Pet Pals on Admirals Road.
October 4 & 5, 2008--Jean Donaldson Seminar at UVic Join renowned dog behaviorist and author award-winning books on dogs for a two-day seminar presenting new material for dog owners and trainers. Further Information: contact Marilyn Harris gmharris@pacificcoast.net Registration Form: click here.
Citizen Canine's Dog-Related Events Calendar limits listings to dog-related events like fundraisers, lectures, seminars, etc. Sorry, we do not have room to list all training classes for dog owners.
Citizen Canine does not endorse any particular dog obedience trainer or club; however, we strongly encourage participation in basic dog obedience classes, and do endorse the benefit of positive dog obedience training for both owner and dog.
Check out our listings for upcoming dog-related events. To submit a listing, send an e-mail to 