Hello from Ontario Jane. Welcome. you will love this site, there is so much to learn here and it's really fun to see what projects that everyone is working on.
I have two puppies as well. A 10yr old chihuahua and a two yr old yorkie. They are my constant companions and I spoil them much more than I did my children...lol.
I also love quilting, knitting, crochet, hand embroidery and cooking. I'm never bored.