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How To Stop Your Dog From Guarding Food & Toys
Like humans, dogs can sometimes feel worried that something precious to them can be taken away. While humans can rationalize these feelings and understand...

Should You Bathe Your Dog Before or After Grooming?
Bathe Your Dog Before or After Grooming? Do you need to bathe your dog soon? Then, you might wonder if there is any point in...

Does My Dog Need a Fur Cut?
Grooming your pet is a big part of making sure they are happy and healthy. Especially when it gets hot, many dog owners consider...

Puppy Biting and How To Stop It
A common issue a lot of people have when it comes to dog training has to do with puppy biting. Sure, it can be...

What To Do If Your Pet Is On A Special Diet Or Medication
Leaving your cat or pup in a pet boarding facility can be stressful, especially if the pet is on any special diet or medication....

6 Reasons To Adopt A Senior Dog
People looking to adopt a dog will often search for a puppy. For one thing, puppies are extremely cute, and most hopeful dog owners...

The Dangers of Matted Fur and What To Do About It
Matted fur can happen when a pet’s coat isn’t properly groomed. You’ll recognize it by seeing a lot of tangles and knots throughout your...

5 Items To Pack When Boarding Your Dog
Thanks to dog boarding, pup owners can enjoy a longer vacation without worrying about who is going to watch their dog. Still, even if...

Helping Your Newly Adopted Dog Thrive
Adopting a new dog is really exciting for the whole family. There is nothing better than bringing home a dog that will add new...

Types of Dog Brushes and How to Use Them
We don’t know about you but brushing a dog doesn’t seem to rank high on our to-do list. That doesn’t mean we don't love...

Adopting a Dog During a Pandemic
Staying home and working during a pandemic can have its benefits. More time for the things you love doing because you don’t spend time...

What To Pack When Boarding Your Dog
Our dogs are family members and the thought of leaving them behind is stressful for everyone involved. Even when you’re confident in the friend,...

What It Means When Your Dog’s Fur Is Pelted
One of the biggest responsibilities that come with owning a dog with medium to long fur is grooming so that your dog’s fur doesn’t...

How To Desensitize Your Dog To PPE
How do I desensitize my dog to PPE? Personal Protective Equipment, or PPE, is everywhere now. Most states, cities, and even countries are requiring...

Questions to Ask a Potential Dog Groomer
If you have been a pet parent for long enough it is likely you have had a questionable grooming experience or two and definitely...

Prepare Your Dog For Your Return to Work
While working from home during Coronavirus has been a big adjustment for most of us, our canine counterparts think they have won the lottery....

Do I Need To Board My Cat?
Cats have a reputation of being very low maintenance, even when it comes to leaving them at home. Some people think that if they...

Benefits of Proper Dog Grooming
While some dog owners may schedule a monthly pedicure for their fur baby, or even a routine spa day, proper dog grooming is not...

The Importance of Training Your Dog
Training your dog is a very important part of being a pet owner. Regardless of how cute they are, failing to socialize and teach...

How To Choose A Doggy Daycare
Doggy daycare is more popular than ever! Daycare provides owners with peace of mind while they're at work — allowing dogs ample time to...

What To Know About Dog Boarding
Whether you need to go away on business or head out on vacation, you want your dog to stay at the best dog boarding...