If you’re new to the area or just find yourself struggling to meet new people, that four-legged furball trotting by your side isn’t just a loyal companion; it’s also your ticket to instant socialization.
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Eliminating Dog Odor from Your Home
We adore our furry friends, but unfortunately, the smell they leave behind can be… let’s say less than pleasant—even with healthy and well-groomed pets. As a dog mom and the owner of Wag Central, I’ve learned a lot over the years about keeping pet odors at bay. Here are some strategies I’d recommend. – Regularly […]
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Why Send Your Pup To Doggy Daycare?
There are so many reasons why doggy daycare is important, it encourages your pup to be active, teaches them to enjoy the company of other dogs, and one of the big ones: reduces their anxiety. Separation anxiety is a real thing for dogs who aren’t used to being away from their humans, especially as we […]
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Ready For A Trans-fur-mation?
Prepping for your dog’s first grooming appointment can feel scary—for you and your pup! We’ve pulled together a handy list to help everyone have a great experience.
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On The Road Again
Planning a getaway this holiday weekend without your dog? Here are 3 DON’TS to reference when preparing for a trip sans pup.
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Training Treats
Do you use the same treats for training, as you do for regular treating? We’ve all been guilty of this, but we recommend choosing a high value treat specifically for training, here’s why—
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Snow Much Fun!
Wintertime is here! To make sure your pup enjoys the snow and stays safe this season, here are a few helpful tips…
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Qualities To Look For In A Dog Trainer
Sit! Stay! We know choosing the right dog trainer can often be challenging, here are some qualities we recommend looking out for:
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Fearless Nail Trims 101
We’ve trimmed lots of nails here at Wag Central, and we know this can be a challenging task for some pups and their humans, so we’re sharing 3 ways to help your dog NOT fear nail trimming! 1. Let your dog sniff the clipper or grinder — Allowing them to get familiar with the object can often help […]
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Ticks, Lyme & Your Pup
It’s tick season here in CT, and we’ll be offering the Lyme vaccine at our Clinic, and if you need some convincing on why your pup should get it—say no more! 1. Location! We live in a high-risk area, the Northeast. If you see deer in your yard or neighborhood, then deer ticks are present. […]
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