
Hi! I'm Irina, and this handsome red Shiba Inu beside me is Saba.
Saba was born in Ukraine and later found his forever home with me in Toronto. Since then, we've been exploring the city together, one park, trail, café, and adventure at a time.
Like most Shiba Inus, Saba has a personality that's impossible to ignore. He's incredibly smart,
Hi! I'm Irina, and this handsome red Shiba Inu beside me is Saba.
Saba was born in Ukraine and later found his forever home with me in Toronto. Since then, we've been exploring the city together, one park, trail, café, and adventure at a time.
Like most Shiba Inus, Saba has a personality that's impossible to ignore. He's incredibly smart, independent, funny, sometimes stubborn, and always convinced he's in charge. Behind that confident attitude is a loyal, well-trained companion who loves meeting people and discovering new places.
I'm passionate about staying active and making the most of everything Toronto has to offer. Whether I'm playing pickleball, walking through a new neighbourhood, hiking a scenic trail, or enjoying a dog-friendly patio, Saba is almost always by my side.
Over the years, we've shared our adventures on Instagram, where Saba has built an amazing community of more than 40,000 fellow dog lovers. Along the way, people have constantly asked us for recommendations: Which parks do you love? Where can dogs join you for brunch? What are the best hidden gems around Toronto?
That's how Toronto Dog Guide was born.
We wanted to create one place where dog owners can find trusted recommendations, discover new adventures, support local businesses, and enjoy everything Toronto has to offer—with their four-legged best friend by their side.
Welcome to our journey, we're so happy you're here!

Toronto Dog Guide was created to help dog owners discover the very best that Toronto and the GTA have to offer.
Every recommendation on this website is inspired by real experiences. Together, Saba and I visit dog-friendly parks, hiking trails, patios, cafés, beaches, events, stores, and local businesses so we can share honest recommendatio
Toronto Dog Guide was created to help dog owners discover the very best that Toronto and the GTA have to offer.
Every recommendation on this website is inspired by real experiences. Together, Saba and I visit dog-friendly parks, hiking trails, patios, cafés, beaches, events, stores, and local businesses so we can share honest recommendations with other dog lovers.
You'll also find practical tips about living with dogs in Toronto, seasonal activities, product recommendations, local services, training ideas, and stories from our everyday adventures.
Whether you're looking for a new weekend walk, planning a road trip with your pup, searching for a dog-friendly restaurant, or simply want to discover hidden gems around the city, we hope Toronto Dog Guide becomes your trusted companion.
Because life is simply better when it's shared with a dog.
Welcome to our adventures!
Irina & Saba 🐕❤️

Why trust Toronto Dog Guide?
✔ We personally visit the places we recommend.
✔ Every photo on this website features our real adventures.
✔ We support local Toronto businesses whenever possible.
✔ We share honest opinions—not paid reviews.
✔ We're always looking for new hidden gems to explore with our community.
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