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This blog is about All Things Dog. It covers Doggie Daycare, Dog Grooming, Dog Training, and Dog Boarding. Helpful tips for supporting all fur parents on their dog-raising journey. Pets in the City is a pet care facility providing clean, safe, caring, and enriching environments that are well-staffed and offer your pet fun, exercise, and learning.
Pets in the City Blog
6d ago
Ahh, it's that time of year again - what we like to call 'Fireworks Season'!!. For people, they may be a beautiful display of colour and sound, but for many dogs, they can be a source of fear and anxiety. In a perfect world, or if you've trained with us before in preparation for Fireworks Season, you'll already know the importance of training well in advance. This can be done by playing recordings of fireworks at a low volume while providing treats, praise, or play, gradually increasing the volume over time, helping your dog associate the sounds with positive experience ..read more
Pets in the City Blog
3w ago
Why Consistent Reinforcement in Dog Training is Essential for Success ..read more
Pets in the City Blog
1M ago
At Pets In The City, we believe every dog deserves a life full of fun, interaction, and care—even when you're not around. Our doggy daycare provides more than just a place for your dog to stay during the day; it offers a vibrant, safe, and engaging environment where your furry family member can thrive. Here are nine fantastic benefits of Pets In The City doggy daycare and why it’s the perfect solution for busy dog parents like you ..read more
Pets in the City Blog
2M ago
Training a dog. It all seems so simple and straight forward doesn’t it? After all, how hard can it be for a smart, intelligent dog to learn Sit, Stay, Down, Heel and a myriad of other cues that you want them to perfect quickly ..read more
Pets in the City Blog
3M ago
If you’re a dog owner, you’re probably familiar with the phenomenon known as the “zoomies.” You might be lounging on the couch enjoying a peaceful evening, when suddenly your furry friend bursts into a whirlwind of energy. Madness has ensued - dashing around the house, leaping over furniture and sometimes even performing impressive acrobatics. It’s a sight to behold - both entertaining and bewildering. But what exactly causes these bursts of exuberant energy, and should you be concerned ..read more
Pets in the City Blog
3M ago
How exciting—you’re bringing home a new puppy! This can be one of the best days, but it can also be stressful and frustrating. Let’s be real—it’s not all cuddles and cute Instagram pics. There’s a lot of work to get prepared for the puppy’s arrival. We’ve put together some suggestions to make bringing your puppy home easier ..read more
Pets in the City Blog
4M ago
Have you ever stopped and thought about the power of your dogs nose and their extraordinary sense of smell ..read more
Pets in the City Blog
4M ago
I’ve always had a soft spot for corgis and this is a great opportunity to share some fun breed facts!
’Corgi’ is thought to mean ‘dwarf dog’ in welsh, with ‘cor’ meaning dwarf and ‘gi’ meaning dog. Although others have said ‘cor’ means to watch over or gather.
The second meaning would fit the corgis original purpose of herding, specifically cattle Did you know that corgis were bred to have their short legs so that if the cattle kicked out, their hoof would go over the top of the corgi, minimising injury? An ideal adaptation!
There are two individual breeds of corgi; the Pembroke ..read more
Pets in the City Blog
5M ago
Are your older furbabies turning into roly-poly couch potatoes? As our pets age and exercise less, weight gain can happen quickly. Keep an eye on their diet and portion size. It’s essential to evaluate your pet’s diet at different life stages to ensure there are receiving adequate nutrients to support their aging bodies and avoiding foods/ treats that create inflammation. It’s important to assess their body condition to keep the excess weight off their arthritic joints. This Body Condition Score chart is awesome to pop up on your fridge ..read more
Pets in the City Blog
5M ago
If you have a new puppy in your household, congratulations! One of the crucial aspects of raising a well-rounded puppy is socialising them from a young age.  ..read more