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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5 Reasons To Give Your Dog A Stuffy
5 reasons you should give your dog a stuffed toy, affectionally called a stuffy around these parts. Cuddling! Gives them a lot of comfort. Carrying! Feels nice to hold in their mouth. Fetching! Make a game out of it. Reward! Keeps them busy and occupied. Destroying! Dogs are hunters, let them tear it apart and […]
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Riding In Cars With Pups
Planning a road trip with your pup? You’ll want to check out our latest post on The Whistle before you put the pedal to the metal because we’re talking all about car sickness—we know, yuck!
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Three Tips To Help Socialize Your Dog
Wag Central here, with a few tips to help socialize your pup! 1. Get them out of the house, early and often. Remember their nose is their guide, so new smells, places, and adventures should be exciting and fun. Be patient and let them sniff! 2. Model confident behavior for them. You’re the leader of their […]
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Puppy Nursery School
We are so excited to be starting Puppy Nursery School again at Wag Central! Get your newest family member ready for lots of learning and fun on Saturdays from 10-3. Our curriculum is designed for pups up to 18 months old, but can be tailored to suit any age. During the day you can expect […]
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