Trusted Toronto Pet Businesses
Toronto is full of incredible pet-focused businesses, and over time I’ve had the chance to work with — or personally rely on — some truly great ones. This page is a curated list of trusted Toronto pet businesses I’m happy to recommend, from veterinary care and daycare to local pet accessories and creative partners.
Whether you’re looking for care, enrichment, or thoughtfully made products for your dog or cat, these are businesses that value quality, community, and the animals they serve.
Veterinary Care
Balmy Beach Pet Hospital — The Beaches, Toronto
A trusted veterinary clinic in Toronto offering compassionate, full-service care for pets at every life stage. I’ve collaborated with their team on photography for adoptable cats and senior pets, and their commitment to animal wellbeing truly shows in everything they do.
Category: Veterinary Care
Pet Stores
Tail Blazers — Etobicoke & Harbourfront, Toronto
A Canadian pet store known for high-quality nutrition, treats, and supplements for dogs and cats. I’ve photographed events with Tail Blazers at both their Etobicoke and Harbourfront locations, and they consistently create welcoming, community-driven spaces for pet owners.
Category: Pet Store
Dog Daycare
Zoomiez Doggy Daycare — Oakwood Village / St. Clair West, Toronto
A local dog daycare providing a safe, engaging environment for pups to socialize, play, and burn energy. Zoomiez is a great example of a neighbourhood business built around trust, care, and thoughtful enrichment.
Category: Dog Daycare
Local Pet Accessories
RexyWear — Downtown Toronto
A local pet fashion brand focused on modern, functional designs for dogs. They specialize in durable Biothane gear that’s built to handle "slobbers, mud, and doggy chaos" while looking like a red-carpet statement.
Category: Local Pet Accessories
north bark — Toronto Based
A Toronto brand dedicated to active dogs, specializing in high-performance gear like their signature run vests and all-season booties. They are deeply rooted in the local community through their North Bark Run Club, encouraging movement and connection for pups and their owners.
Category: Local Pet Accessories
Canela & Co. — Toronto Based
A Toronto-based brand creating beautifully designed pet accessories, including handmade dog collars and thoughtful everyday pieces. Their products balance style, durability, and comfort — perfect for pets who deserve something a little special.
Category: Local Pet Accessories
Creative & Photography Partners
Vistek — Downtown Toronto
Canada’s leading camera and photography equipment retailer. While not a pet business, they’re an important creative partner behind the scenes of my work.
Category: Creative Partner
A Note on Recommendations
This list isn’t sponsored or pay-to-play. Every business here has earned its place through direct experience, collaboration, or shared values around quality and care.
If you’re a local Toronto pet business and think you’d be a great fit for this page, feel free to reach out — I’m always happy to discover and support great people doing great work for pets.