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Botflies in the Connecticut Shoreline: What You Need to Know
Last week, we shared a blog with our top 4 ways to keep your puppy safe in the CT Shoreline this summer where we discussed pests like ticks Living along the Connecticut Shoreline means enjoying beautiful landscapes, but it also means sharing the environment with wildlife, including the parasitic botfly (Cuterebra). While these insects usually...
Top 4 Ways to Keep Your Puppy Safe in the CT Shoreline this Summer
Summer on Connecticut’s shoreline is an excellent time for you and your new puppy to experience new adventures. But, it’s also a time that brings unique risks. Keeping your puppy safe, happy, and healthy during the warm months, from parasite prevention to water safety, sets the tone for many great summers to come. Here are my top 4 ways...
Raising a Confident, Well-Adjusted Dog
Raising a confident, well-adjusted dog starts from puppyhood, and the key is positive, gradual exposure to the world around them. Here are some practical tips to help your puppy grow into a secure and sociable adult. I highly encourage you to start developing these skills as early as possible, because, while I don’t subscribe to the...
5 Ways Dog Walkers Help Train Your New Puppy
Dog walkers play a vital role in helping puppy parents raise well-mannered, confident adult dogs. I recently shared how dog walkers help with potty training and socialization, and today, we’re discussing behavior-specific training. Here are 5 ways dog walkers help train your new puppy! 5 Ways Dog Walkers Help Train Your New Puppy While...
3 Ways Dog Walkers Socialize Your Puppy
One of the most important aspects of raising a well-adjusted, confident dog is early socialization. But, for busy families and professionals, it can be tough to expose your puppy to all the sights, sounds, and experiences they need—especially during the workday. That’s where professional dog walkers come in, playing a crucial role in your...
How Dog Walkers Help Your Puppy Potty Train More Effectively
Potty training is one of the most important—and sometimes most challenging—tasks for new puppy parents. Establishing a consistent potty schedule is the key to success, but for busy professionals and families juggling work, school, and daily commitments, it can be tough to provide the regular breaks a growing puppy needs. That’s where a...
How Shoreline Happy Paws Makes Puppy Parenting Easier
Bringing home a new puppy is an exciting milestone, but it comes with a whirlwind of responsibilities. From house training to socialization, every puppy parent wants to give their new best friend the best possible start. This is where a professional dog walker can make all the difference, supporting puppies and their families from day one....
Saying “Goodbye” to Smithland Old Saybrook
After four decades, Smithland Pet & Garden will close its doors for the last time, marking the end of an era for pet lovers, gardeners, and families across Connecticut and western Massachusetts. The announcement that all 13 Smithland Pet & Garden Centers will close by the end of June surprised many, myself included. Today, I want to...