Elderdog Canada Halton Pawd

03/10/2025

MORI FARIDAN - DOG CARE SUPPORT

Meet the Halton Elderdog PAWD executive (4 of 5)

Mori volunteers as a Dog Care Support with ElderDog since 2024, combining her love for dogs and senior citizens by helping senior citizens keep their beloved companions for as long as possible. Since 2013, she has supported seniors through Seneca and Acclaim Health, and since 2018, she has cared for dogs at the Oakville and Burlington Humane Societies.

Living in Oakville, she enjoys being part of a caring community, staying active through running and CrossFit, and pursuing her goal of completing a full marathon.

She also has a passion for art, finding creative ways to bring joy to others. For her, volunteering is a calling and a way of life.

Mori can be reached at [email protected]

02/10/2025

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02/10/2025

30/09/2025

We are sweet sixteen!

🎉🐾 Today we celebrate 16 years of ElderDog Canada! 🐾🎉

What started as a small idea in Nova Scotia in 2009 has grown into a national charity with Pawds from coast to coast, all dedicated to supporting the bond between older adults and their beloved dogs.

In 16 years we have:
✨ Helped countless seniors keep their canine companions at home
✨ Supported older dogs in need of new families
✨ Built a community of volunteers who show up with leashes, open hearts, and time to give

To every volunteer, supporter, and friend who has walked a dog, shared a story, donated, fostered, or spread the word—thank you. ElderDog is what it is today because of you. 💜

Here’s to many more years of wagging tails, muddy paw prints, and friendships that change lives. 🐶👵👴

30/09/2025

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, originally and still colloquially known as Orange Shirt Day, is a Canadian day of memorial to set aside time for reflection, learning, and remembrance. It invites Canadians to confront the legacy of residential schools and engage in meaningful conversations about reconciliation.
It occurs every year on September 30.

29/09/2025

🌍🐾 Today is World Senior Citizens Day 🐾🌍

On September 29, we celebrate the wisdom, resilience, and contributions of older adults in our communities. At ElderDog, seniors are at the very heart of what we do, whether it’s helping them keep cherished canine companions by their side, or recognizing the deep bonds they share with their dogs.

Every day, we see how much joy and comfort dogs bring to older adults, and how much love and care older adults give back in return. 💕

Today is a reminder to:
✅ Honour the seniors in your life
✅ Celebrate their stories and experiences
✅ Support organizations that help older adults live with dignity, independence, and companionship

🐕 Thank you to all the seniors who inspire us and show us what it means to love unconditionally.

29/09/2025

28/09/2025

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28/09/2025

Biinooj (aka Rouge) is a spayed, 8-year-old Australian Shepherd mix. She weighs 63 lbs and losing (she was very overweight). She has no medical issues and is up-to-date on her vaccinations, flea, tick and heartworm medications. Being an older dog, the vet recommended daily fish oil (1 tsp) and a joint supplement for maintenance.
She likes people and children and gets along with the foster cats. She’s most comfortable with women as she lived with one most of her life, but has learned to trust her male foster. She’s fine when meeting men on walks or in the yard.
She gets along great with other dogs and enjoys their company at the leash free park. She is a true herding dog and likes to have her people and other dogs stick together during walks. She walks well on leash and has good recall when off (she understands a whistle call) and knows basic commands.
Biinooj loves long walks and currently does 2.5 km in the morning and 6.5 km at night. She enjoys the outdoors and seeing other people and dogs. She’s not a swimmer but she will wade into the pool, rivers and creeks. Playtime includes chasing sticks or apples, water from a sprinkler or hose and pull toys.

Unlike most of her breed, she is very calm and enjoys her quiet time as much as her playtime. She’s a very loving and affectionate dog. She likes to cuddle on the couch and get all the belly rubs, kisses and hugs you’re willing to give. She likes to be combed as long as you are gentle with her back end. She’ll hop onto your bed at night to be near you.
Biinooj is completely housetrained. She’s fine when left alone for a few hours and sleeps through the night (a girl needs her beauty sleep)!
Biinooj would do best with another large dog in the home; she needs the companionship. A large fenced in yard or a leash free park nearby for her to run and play would be ideal. If you are looking for a walking/hiking companion and enjoy quiet cuddles in the evening, Biinooj is your girl.
Biinooj is located in Oakville, ON. If you have any questions or are interested in adopting Biinooj, please email Joyce Clark at [email protected]

26/09/2025

CATHRYN OLIVER - EDUCATION AND OUTREACH

Meet the Halton Elderdog PAWD executive (3 of 5)

Cathryn has been volunteering with ElderDog since 2022. As a dog lover, and with a desire to help older adults remain independent in their own homes, volunteering with ElderDog has been a very rewarding experience for her.

She is a Marketing Professor at Sheridan College and has recently assumed the Halton Education and Outreach role for the Halton Pawd. She often integrates ElderDog marketing activities as part of course content in her classes.

Cathryn and her husband live in Oakville with their Lab/Bernese cross, Sally. Cathryn enjoys travelling with her husband and family time with her 2 adult children and their partners, 2 grand children and 2 grand dogs.

Cathryn can be reached at [email protected]

25/09/2025

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