Canine Culture® ( the dirt on Dogs) , attended the grand opening of PetSmart’s newest store, “PetSmart at the Beach,” a small-footprint business at 2050 Queen Street East in Toronto. Leaf hockey legends Rick Vaive and Shayne Corson were on hand for photo-ops, autographs and conversation about their best friends, (both are dog lovers).

#22 Rick Vaive

#22 Rick Vaive

#27 Shayne Corson

#27 Shayne Corson 

Shayne's family dog Oliver, aka "The Teddy Bear," with daughter Willow - courtesy photo: Shayne Corson/MLSE

Shayne’s family dog Oliver, aka “The Teddy Bear,” with daughter Willow – courtesy photo: Shayne Corson/MLSE

Also joining in the fun were canine social-media darlings Mr. Marcel the Frenchie and Corgis Dudley and Kimchi ( striking poses ).

Mr.Marcel

Mr.Marcel

(R) Kimchi  and (L) Dudley

(R) Kimchi and (L) Dudley

Refreshments were provide by Tori’s Bakeshop, with pet parents and four-legged guests receiving exclusive treats.

Cool Factor This shop has a self-service coffee bar for espresso shots, coffee or tea.

Want to give your companion pet some team spirit? PetSmart is the exclusive retailer for the Toronto Maple Leafs pet apparel collection.  Go Leafs Go!