The Playful Paws Pet Centre says it is making changes after a number of dogs died at the kennel earlier this month.

The centre said the dogs overheated and died on Sept.10, when an electrical malfunction caused the temperature in one of the rooms to spike. There were no staff on-site at the time.

In a Facebook post, the kennel said it has repaired and replaced the faulty equipment. It has also replaced its security alarm system, adding high and low temperature alarm sensors.

"These sensors are now located in seven different locations in our kennel and will set off our security alarm if ever the temperature reaches a high of 27C or a low of 12C," read the post. "This alarm will not only show up on our manager's smart phone, but will also solicit a call from the alarm monitoring centre to our key holders to ensure they come to the kennel to resolve any issue and to ensure the safety and well-being of the dogs and cats."

The post also said Playful Paws is reviewing all other aspects of its business, to make sure it meets all recommended standards for a kennel. A past employee criticized the centre for not having a proper ventilation system, as well as sanitation issues.

The owners of the dogs have said they are considering a lawsuit. In the wake of the deaths, the Saskatoon SPCA said it would like to see more stringent provincial legislation to protect animals.

14 dogs were found dead following an incident at a Playful Paws Pet Centre in Saskatoon. (Google street view )

The Facebook post also apologized to the owners.

"Playful Paws is incredibly devastated by this horrific event and our profound sympathy goes out to the owners and families of these dogs," read the post. "Our entire team of staff and managers love the dogs that are our customers and each of us is struggling greatly to cope with this extreme sorrow in our own way."