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Recently, members of our Leadership Team had the opportunity to expand their pet care knowledge through Fear Free Certification programs. These techniques help us increase our ability to create enjoyable experiences for the pets in our care while also prioritizing their physical well-being. Central to Fear Free practices is a deep understanding of pet body…

We take immense pride in the exceptional individuals who form our leadership team. They are all extremely experienced in our industry and have been with us for years, forming a strong, cohesive team that puts the care of our guests as our top priority. Get to know the friendly faces of our leadership team below:…

There has been news recently about a mysterious respiratory infection in dogs in some parts of our country. We’ve not experienced or heard about any instances in our clients or even in the area, nor have we seen our usual slight seasonal uptick of reported cases of canine cold.  But we are receiving questions about it,…

Do you recall the feeling you had when your parent would give you your allowance for doing your chores? It made you want to continue completing your chores, right? That’s called Positive Reinforcement. Similarly, dogs are motivated to perform behaviors for treats, food, and praise. Positive Reinforcement trains your dog to associate a reward with a…

It’s been a wild ride since the pandemic! We’ve had to toss our demand forecast models out the window due to high demand year-round. That’s exciting news, because staffing for a constant level of demand rather than seasonal ups and downs is much easier. It has allowed us to build a great team of employees and it…

In observation of Canine Fitness Month, ideas to keep your dog active for their physical and mental well being. Consider Group Play Focused Daycare. Because dogs are pack-minded animals, playing and interacting with other animals helps them learn social cues that are critical to their development. Group Play situations also bring any undesirable traits to your…

Does your dog display uncomfortable, insecure, or fearful behavior, such as lunging or barking at another person or dog, or unwarranted submissiveness? These behaviors may indicate a lack of confidence and could be the result of a negative experience or a genetic predisposition. As pet parents, we want our dogs to be comfortable and well…

Similar to Alzheimer’s Disease in humans, older dogs can also suffer from Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD). The symptoms are similar: forgetfulness, difficulty recognizing family, disorientation, trouble sleeping, and other general behavioral changes. If you notice these symptoms in your pup, it’s always a good idea to speak with your vet. Studies have shown that there…