Playful Pups Blog

Let’s Get Back to Nature and Go for a WALK!

At Playful Pups Retreat, we understand the importance of ensuring your furry family members are happy and well taken care of, especially when they are away from home. One of…

Doggie Busy Bowls are a COOL Treat!

As the summer sun blazes and temperatures rise, it’s essential to keep our furry friends cool and entertained. At Playful Pups Retreat, we’re excited to offer a yummy and healthy…

Is your Dog a “Nervous Nellie”? Tips to understand and help your dog at any age.

Having a nervous dog can be challenging, both for the pet and the owner. Just like humans, dogs can experience anxiety and fear, which can manifest in various behaviors. Understanding…

Understanding the Unique Needs of a Multi-Dog Household

Managing a household with multiple dogs can be a rewarding yet challenging experience. As a dog mom to seven dogs ranging from a playful 1-year-old Great Dane named Mosha, to…

Is Your Dog Nice or Naughty?

Nice and naughty are often seen as opposite ends of a spectrum when it comes to behavior or character traits. “Nice” typically refers to being kind, considerate, and generally good-natured,…

Top Tips to Prepare for Your Dog’s Overnight Stay at a Pet Resort

As a pet parent, leaving your furry family member overnight at a pet resort can be an emotional experience. Whether it’s your first time or you’ve done it before, ensuring…

Do You Have a Nervous, Shy, or Timid dog?

As a dog trainer at Playful Pups Retreat, I know having a nervous dog can be challenging, both for the pet and the owner. Just like humans, dogs can experience…

10 Tips for Choosing the Best Pet Care Services for Your Furry Family Member

As a busy, yet devoted dog owner, ensuring the happiness and well-being of your furry family member is undoubtedly a top priority. Whether you’re planning a vacation, traveling for work,…

How Do You & Your Environment Affect Your Dog?

As the owner of Playful Pups Retreat, a bustling dog resort, for the past 14 years, I have talked with countless numbers of pet parents and our team cares for…

Eight Pawsome Places in Lancaster County that are Dog Friendly

The beautiful Spring weather of Central PA is upon us and that means it is time to get out and have some fun, right?!  Getting out into nature, or enjoying…