Does dog daycare help with socialization? If you’ve ever owned a dog, then you’ll know that most dogs are incredibly social creatures. They love meeting other dogs and people, smelling them, and generally playing with them. Not only is this fun for Fido, it’s actually teaching them how to ...

What are common dog boarding vaccination requirements? As we see the global rollout of dog boarding requirements and vaccinations against Covid-19, we are reminded that a minority of people are hesitant about vaccines and their efficacy. The science behind them is nuanced, so many people are flustered and shamed by ...

As dog lovers we have learned that a dog retreat and spa is exactly what they need from time to time. Just like people dogs love new things. Dogs come in all shapes, sizes, and characters due to their breed, genetics, and upbringing. This variability is part of why ...

Dog daycare services are a necessity. Our lives have become increasingly busy over the last century, with the industrial revolution exponentially expanding the middle class and resulting in most people working 40 hours a week. While this has allowed us more access to a wider variety of goods and ...

Having a dog nowadays comes with a level of responsibility that didn’t exist in the past. This is due to the fact that people expect dog owners to look after their dog to the highest degree, noting that they deserve a good quality of life. In turn, this has ...

Nowadays most busy dog owners rely on a local dog daycare service to look after their dogs during working hours. This is a huge improvement from what happened in the past, where dogs were often left at home alone all day while the family was at work or school. ...

Whether you’ve come across our dog daycare or dog boarding services because you’re looking for someone to look after your dog short-term or long-term, it’s important to prepare your dog for time away from you. Separation anxiety is common in many breeds of dogs, but there are ways of mitigating ...

Not only are we huge dog fans here at The Dog Retreat, we also do our best to educate and inform ourselves and each other on tips for our customers. One of the most common topics to come up is how to socialize young dogs, as many dog owners ...

Sending your dog to daycare for the first time can be like sending your child to their first preschool or kindergarten. As their caregiver, you want to be sure that they’re on their best behavior, but also that they have fun. Anyone who’s ever been to our dog daycare ...

People spend thousands of dollars having their dog trained to do exactly what they want, when they want. One thing many people don’t think about though, is whether or not they’ve trained themselves to be good to their dog. Being a dog owner is a much bigger responsibility than ...

How often a dog needs a bath depends on coat type, health, and lifestyle. Over-bathing strips natural oils, while infrequent bathing allows dirt and bacteria to build up. Signs a dog needs a bath include odor, matting, and itching. Use dog-specific, pH-balanced shampoo, rinse thoroughly, and dry on low heat.

While your kids might love dogs, the feeling isn’t always mutual. One thing we’ve seen again and again at The Dog Retreat is that many dogs can feel apprehensive around children, often for good reason. Soon enough, clients and residents of the area will be able to visit our ...