Playful Pups Blog

Pet Supplements – What They Are and Which Ones to Get

CBD, Cosequin, and salmon oil, oh my! It seems that everywhere you look nowadays, there’s a brand new supplement that your dog just has to have. With an estimated value…

Dog Days of Summer – Three Dog Friendly Activities in the Lancaster/Elizabethtown Area

The sun is out, weather is hot, and we know you’re dying to get out of your house! Luckily, we’ve got you covered, with three dog-friendly local events this summer:…

Preventing Heat Stroke in Dogs – Three Things You Can Do

Heat stroke occurs when your pet’s internal temperature reaches a dangerous level, typically around 106 degrees Fahrenheit. This can be caused by being in a poorly ventilated area, over-exertion, and…

Five Basic Commands Your Dog Should Know

Thinking about bringing home a new puppy, adopting an older dog, or looking for something to do with your current pup? Trick and obedience training is key in training a…

Memorial Day and Your Pet

It’s Memorial Day, which means it’s time for hiking, barbecuing, and plenty of time spent outside. As pet parents ourselves, we know that bringing your dog along for all of…

Finding the Perfect Toy For Your Pup

With so many options on the market, buying toys for your dog can be an overwhelming task! Is it durable enough, made with clean ingredients, will Fido even like it?!…

How To Keep Your Dog Clean

April Showers seem to have come a little late this year, and with it bringing plenty of that awful wet dog smell. You know it well, that heavy, musky smell…

Seasonal Allergies and Your Pet – How to Help!

Watery eyes, irritated paws, incessant itching, and sneezing- sounds familiar? Just like humans, dogs can be affected by dreaded seasonal allergies. Stuffy noses and itchy skin are definitely no fun,…

Doggie Dates: Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Elizabethtown, PA

As restrictions begin to be lifted, it’s finally time to (safely!) begin moving back to normal routines. Especially as the weather starts to warm up, people are looking for ways…

Three Human Foods You Should NEVER Feed Your Dog

Most people are familiar with the big no-no’s for furry friends. Kids grow up learning not to feed dogs chocolate and grapes, but the list of harmful human foods for…