Dogs of Saskatoon: Phil

Saskatoon citizens love their dogs. With more than 18,000 licensed dogs in the city, pooches are a common sight everywhere from the park to the patio. Every week, StarPhoenix photographers capture local canines and their companions in the photo series Dogs of Saskatoon.
Owner name: David Kirton
Dog name: Phil the Newshound
Breed: He’s a mutt, but don’t tell him that. When his hair is long, he actually looks like a Wookie.
Age: Eight years young.
Phil is an eight-year-old mixed breed.