Alpine K9

08/22/2026

A Thank You to Our Frontline & Emergency Service Workers

While you’re taking care of everyone else, let us help take care of your dog.

At Alpine K9, we understand that your schedule can be demanding. Flexible drop-off and pick-up times are available where possible to help make quality care and training fit into your day.

As a thank you for the dedication and service of our frontline and emergency service workers, we’re offering 10% off.

Want to learn more?

Reach out and let’s talk about what your dog needs.

Alpine K9 Training Centre
75 4th Ave NE, Portage la Prairie, MB
204-595-4001
www.alpinek9.ca

08/21/2026

08/21/2026

Keeping our dogs safe starts before they even walk through the door. 🐾 The health and wellbeing of every dog in my care is important to me. That’s why I ask that vaccinations are kept up to date before joining daycare and training programs.

These requirements help create a safer environment for everyone, including puppies, seniors, and dogs with different health needs.

I also ask families to provide current emergency contact information. Hopefully, I’ll never need it, but having those details on hand means I can reach you quickly if something unexpected happens.

If a dog becomes unwell while they’re with me, I will:

🐾 Contact their owner as soon as possible
🐾 Keep them comfortable and give them a calm space to rest
🐾 Follow the emergency plan provided by their family if veterinary care is needed

Clear communication helps me make the best decisions for your dog when you can’t be there.

Thank you for trusting me with your furry besties. Creating a safe, caring, and comfortable environment is something I take seriously every day. 💜🐶

📍 Alpine K9 Training Centre
75 4th Ave NE, Portage la Prairie, MB

Grayson | Call or text 204-595-4001
www.alpinek9.ca

08/21/2026

Saturday is sneaking up!!! If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend and are in Winnipeg, this will definitely be cute!!

Saturday, August 22, 2026
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Valley Gardens Community Centre 218 Antrim Road, Winnipeg

We'd love to meet you, and yes, we'll be cheering on every speedy little dachshund!

🌭🏁🐾
See you at Wienerfest!

View the event and learn more details
https://facebook.com/events/s/wienerfest-2026/1230324079313976/

🐾 We're Heading to Wienerfest 2026!

We're excited to announce that Alpine K9 will be at Wienerfest 2026, and we can't wait to meet you and your pups!

Stop by our booth for a Meet the Trainer Q&A with Certified Dog Trainer Grayson Butler.

Whether you're navigating puppy challenges, leash pulling, reactivity, or simply want to build a stronger relationship with your dog, we're happy to answer your questions and point you in the right direction.

Come say hello, chat about training, and learn more about how we help dogs and their people build calm, confident, connected lives.

While you're there, enjoy the famous wiener dog races, browse local pet vendors, support rescue organizations, and spend the afternoon celebrating all things dogs.

Saturday, August 22, 2026
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Valley Gardens Community Centre 218 Antrim Road, Winnipeg

We'd love to meet you, and yes, we'll be cheering on every speedy little dachshund!

🌭🏁🐾
See you at Wienerfest!

View the event and learn more details
https://facebook.com/events/s/wienerfest-2026/1230324079313976/

08/21/2026

Loving all of these!

08/21/2026

Important reminder for anyone with a puppy right now. 🐾

Parvovirus is highly contagious and can be extremely serious, especially for young and unvaccinated dogs. Staying on top of the full puppy vaccine series and being mindful of where your puppy goes while they’re still building immunity is so important.

At our facility, vaccinations are mandatory for all puppies and dogs coming in. Yes, the DHPP vaccine is mandatory. One of the “P”s in DHPP is Parvovirus. 💜

It’s one of the ways we help protect every dog in our care, especially the young ones who are still building their immunity.

Take a minute to read through this important information from Gladstone Veterinary Clinic and share it with someone who has a new puppy. 💜

🚨 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐕𝐎𝐕𝐈𝐑𝐔𝐒 𝐈𝐒 𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄 🚨

We have seen several recent cases of canine parvovirus in the surrounding areas. This strain is highly contagious and can cause severe, life-threatening illness, especially in puppies and unvaccinated dogs.

💉 The best protection against parvo is completing the FULL puppy vaccine series.
A common misconception is that one or two vaccines provide enough protection.
❌ They don't.

✅ Puppies require a series of vaccinations, given several weeks apart, to develop reliable immunity. Protection is not complete until the entire series has been finished.

⚠️ 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐨:
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea (often bloody)
• Lethargy
• Loss of appetite
• Dehydration
If your puppy develops any of these signs, seek veterinary care immediately. Early diagnosis and treatment can make all the difference.

🐾 Parvo spreads easily through infected f***s, contaminated surfaces, shoes, clothing, food bowls, and even the ground. The virus is incredibly hardy and can survive in the environment for months, making prevention especially important.

Until your puppy has completed their vaccine series:
🐶 Avoid dog parks, pet stores, daycare facilities, and other places where unknown dogs may have been.
🐶 Carry young puppies in public whenever possible.
🐶 Keep vaccine appointments on schedule.

❤️ 𝐕𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐮𝐬. If your puppy is due for vaccines or you've fallen behind on their schedule, give us a call. We're happy to help get them back on track.

📞 204-385-2892 | 📍208 Morris St S, Gladstone MB
🌐 www.gladstonevetclinic.ca

08/20/2026

This sold me at puppies and food trucks! 😂🐶🌮

Looking for something to do in Portage next Saturday? The Fort at Night Market is happening August 29th, and with 49 vendors, food, shopping, fires, a beer garden, and apparently PUPPIES… I’m in. 😂

Sounds like a pretty good way to spend a Friday night. Come check it out, grab some food, wander around and support some great local businesses.

Click their poster to learn more! 👇

🌙✨ ONLY 9 DAYS TO GO! ✨🌙

The countdown is ON to the Fort at Night Market! We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to make this the best evening outdoor market in the Central Plains — and we think you’re going to love it!

We now have 49 vendors joining us, and there is truly something for everyone! 🛍️

Here’s just a taste of what you’ll find:

🌮 Food trucks & delicious snacks
🥕 Fresh veggies
🧁 Baking, pies & cookies
🐶 PUPPIES… yes, puppies! 🐶
🎨 Handmade crafts
🖊️ Tattoos & piercings
🇵🇭 Filipino food
💎 Earrings & accessories
…and SO much more!

Plus, enjoy cozy fires, beer gardens, a beautiful evening at the Fort, and FREE PARKING! 🔥🍺🌙

📅 Saturday, August 29th
⏰ 5–10 PM
📍 Fort la Reine Museum
🎟️ $10 admission

Grab your friends, bring the family, and make a night of it!

49 vendors. Great food. Shopping. Entertainment. Puppies. What more could you ask for?! 🐶❤️

Check out our special event page for a full list of vendors.
https://www.fortlareinemuseum.com/nightmarket

08/20/2026

Such a great reminder from St. Claude Veterinary Clinic! Even with September just around the corner, we can still have some seriously hot days here in Manitoba, so it’s important to keep an eye on our animals. ☀️

Always making sure the dogs have plenty of shade and fresh water, along with frozen treats and lick mats on those hot days.

Definitely looking forward to those cooler September evenings and getting back to longer walks without the heat… or hopefully quite as many mosquitoes! 😂🍂🐾

Manitoba summers don't quit in August, and neither does the heat risk for your animals. A dog that's fine at 10am can be in real trouble by 2pm. Same goes for horses and livestock standing in a bare paddock with no shade.

Here's the fast version: pant heavier than usual, wobbly on their feet, gums that look bright red or pale, or just acting "off" in the heat? That's your sign to stop and check on them, not wait it out.

Water access matters more than people think, especially for animals on pasture. Two troughs beat one, always.

What's your go-to trick for keeping animals cool this time of year? Tell us below, we might steal it. 😉