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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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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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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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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When I’m stocking up on stuff for our Wag Central chew bar, I’m often asked if I would like to order items that are odor-free, low odor, or have odor. We as humans probably just wince at the thought of smelling a beef trachea or a lamb lung. Certainly doesn’t sound appealing.
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As many of you know, kennel cough is contagious to other dogs.
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Let’s talk a little bit about how important it is for a dog to come when they’re called.
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I recently got on a plane with my daughter and her new pup, Chance. Yes, we hopped a flight in the middle of a global pandemic, but a kids gotta get back to college. Truthfully, we were more concerned with ensuring Chance had a successful experience in the air. I wanted to focus on making it an easy and stress-free experience for all of us.
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Sometimes I just enjoy looking at a dog in deep slumber. Anyone else? Something so soothing about it. Both my pups have unique approaches to catching Z’s. Lulu snores her head off and prefers the lion position—laying outstretched on her belly. Betsy, on the other hand, sleeps like a doughnut, completely curled in a ball like her […]
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The dog days of summer are upon us and there’s no better place to beat the heat than the beach. Wag is here with some helpful tips to make sure that your visit to the beach turns out to be a memorable day for you and your pup. First, many town ordinances state that dogs […]
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