Social Unit of Dogs and Humans. Dogs can live perfectly happy lives surrounded by humans and about 40% of dog owners identify their dogs as a family member reflecting social compatibility between our two species. Although dogs and wolves’ have been separated for 100,000 years, they maintain certain social behaviors we see daily, such as: […]
Dog training is an ongoing process, and one that some owners overlook. Dogs will naturally form associations with patterns, such as a bedtime routine or that putting on shoes means they might be going on a walk. Effective training uses this same pattern recognition. It is not only about teaching commands, but it is also […]
Bringing home a new puppy is one of the most exciting, fulfilling, anxiety-inducing, and yet rewarding experiences you can have as a family. Knowing what to expect can alleviate some of the anxiety leading up to “Gotcha day” and make the transition as smooth as possible for both you and your new furry family member. […]
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and we have you covered with gifts and fun activities for your beloved pet or the beloved pet lover in your life. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. We may get a commission of any products purchased through these links, at no cost to you. Doggy Date Ideas […]
Learn how to read the label and make the best decisions for your pet. When it comes to feeding your dog, it seems like that there are more choices now than ever before. There are the big brands like Pedigree and Purina, but new options have sprung up. You might have seen ads on Instagram […]
2022 was a year of growth, meeting lots of new people and dogs, and spending time with our furry friends! We shared a lot of it on Facebook and put together a short video compilations of some of our favorite photos of the year (in no particular order). Enjoy and here’s to 2023! https://daragansdogcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/file.mp4
If you haven’t finished your holiday shopping for the dog lover in your life, don’t worry! While it’s already December, there is still time to have lots of thoughtful and personalized gifts. We have you covered with this list and these items can be at your door just in time for Christmas! And if you’re […]
Winters in New England are special. There’s so many great winter activities, but there are also many challenges we face every year, especially as dog owners. We need to make sure our four-legged family members are warm and comfortable in the freezing temperatures. So to help out as many people and dogs as we can, […]
Dog daycares have exploded in popularity over the past decade, and even more so thanks to the pandemic. As a result, daycares, dog walkers, and pet sitting have become more in-demand than ever before. If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance that you’re considering bringing your beloved dog to daycare for the first time. […]
Western Massachusetts is well known for its scenery filled with rolling hills and many forests. Thanks to this, its communities have lots of wonderful parks and trails to bring your dog. Or better yet, friends and family and their dogs too! We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite parks and trails that are […]
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