Canvasback Pet Supplies

We are a Manitoba's oldest family owned and operated independent pet supply store!

Located 15 minutes north of Winnipeg in Lockport, Manitoba Canada

 Belief History of Canvasback Pet Supplies

From one Item...

In 1958, Mr. John Sellen had an idea. An avid field dog trainer, Mr. Sellen developed a training bumper made of canvas and packed with cork. Unmatched in its durability and scent holding qualities, many of Mr. Sellen's hunting colleagues took a liking to this "Canvasback Dummy" and wanted some for their own. So, Mr. Sellen took their orders, went home and began to manufacture the canvas dummies.

To ten thousand items...

Many years and several dummies later, the tradition continues at Canvasback Pet Supplies.  Canvasback Pet Supplies has grown considerably since 1958 to include a 10,000 square foot store located near Lockport, Manitoba. The market for pet supplies has changed since then and so have we. We strive to provide a wide variety of natural, innovative products and try to source as much local and Canadian made product as we can. We strongly believe in supporting our local economies and giving back to our community. We have a knowledgeable staff that can help you with everything from deciding what pet food is right for you, to what color halter would look best on your new horse!  So if there is anything that you require to keep your best friend happy, you have come to the right place.

In 2022, Cliff and Colleen retired from their active role at Canvasback Pet Supplies. Passing the torch to their daughter, Carla who today with the help of her husband Darryl and their passionate team continue to grow and evolve Canvasback Pet Supplies. Guided by our core values of integrity, authenticity, and compassion, we are committed to delivering personalized, reliable, and compassionate care to every pet that walks through our doors.

Our ultimate goal is to be the trusted partner and friend that pet owners can rely on for honest advice, quality services, and genuine care, making a positive impact on the lives of pets and their people every day.

If you have any questions, please give us a call! We always answer the phone promptly during regular business hours and would love to talk to you! 204-757-2701 or 1-800-889-6191

The Canvasback Way: Our Core Values

At Canvasback Pet Supplies, we’re here to support our community—and we’re here because of the support from our community. We work hard every day to earn that privilege. The Canvasback Way is built on three simple but powerful values:

🟢 Do Good – No Gimmicks

We do what’s right, even when it’s not easy. That means being honest, ethical, and dependable—no shortcuts, no tricks, no pressure, just real help you can trust.

🟢 Be Real – No Scripts

We’re genuine, down-to-earth people who speak from the heart. No sales scripts, no fluff—just honest conversations and thoughtful advice from folks who care.

🟢 Be Kind – No Compromise

Kindness is at the heart of everything we do. Whether you have two legs or four, we treat everyone with empathy, patience, and respect—even on the tough days.