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Preparing Your Dogs for the 4th of July

June 30th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

Fireworks like the 4th of July! The 4th of July can be a pretty busy holiday and if you would be hosting, then you would need to prepare ahead for your pets. Here are some tips that would help your preparation along: Prepare them for People This goes both ways. First, you need to ensure that your pet is well socialized and would not get skittish and aggressive when around people. In essence, this is something you need to have determined previously. Also, be sure to notify your guests about your pet in the event of any of them having …

Summer Night Activities for You and Your Furry Best Friend

June 24th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

Summer nights are warm and beautiful and are a perfect time for some outdoor activity. Rather than spending some alone time, how about some excellent bonding time with your pet? There are a bunch of activities that are pet-friendly and you would absolutely enjoy. If you’re looking for ideas, here goes: Bonfires Lighting up a bonfire in the backyard with the twigs crackling and flames leaping sounds just about magical. You could sit around the fire with your pet and just enjoy this enthralling image. Alternatively, you could grab some snacks and just laze around. It goes without saying that …

Petland Supports Our K9 Units

June 19th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

The K-9 unit in the police department is one of the most essential units thanks mainly to their enhanced sense of sight, smell, and sound. For instance, dogs have about 45 times more scent receptors in their noses compared to humans. This keen sense of smell has been known to come in handy in a vast range of cases where so much is at stake. This unit has been known for leading to breakthroughs in major cases, saving lives, helping to catch criminals, as well as serving as a loyal companion to their handlers. The K-9 unit also serves a …

Is Your Pup Going On Vacation With You?

June 14th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

You’re going on vacation and bringing your pup along? Amazing! Going to vacation destinations with your pet is no doubt one of the most incredible experiences that you could ever have together. If you are still at a loss of activities to do, here are couple of ideas that you could explore: Sightseeing This should be at the top of your list, especially if it’s a vacation location with a lot of incredible sights. You can be sure that Liz would enjoy the sights just as much as you would. Be sure to go slow enough so that she can …

Petland’s Top 5 Designer Breed Dogs for 2022

June 3rd, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

Designer breeds have been around for quite some time now and have fast become favorites among dog lovers. In addition to the fact that a good number of them are hypoallergenic, they also possess exclusive excellent features from their parents. Here are the top 5 designer breeds ranked by Petland: Cockapoo The cockapoo has a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle parents and their original breeding can be traced to the 1960s. They are a very loving breed and an incredible family dog. They respond well to training, and can be easily socialized. Labradoodle This breed is a mix of a …

The Best Kind of Bed for Your Dog

May 30th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

Dog beds come in various shapes and sizes and more importantly, types. They also come in different price ranges ranging from less than a hundred dollars to a couple hundred and are best placed in various positions within the house. So, first off, what is the best kind of bed for your dog: Pillow Bed The pillow bed has a very basic design, however, it is super comfortable. It is made with materials that can resist food, water, and stains. The best place to position this bed is in a corner within the house or at a somewhat elevated level …

Camping With Your Dogs

May 24th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

One of the most exciting experiences that any pup can experience is camping. In addition to the fact that they are with their favorite human, they are also surrounded by new sights and smells, so much to explore! A very vital aspect to ensure before going camping is that their vaccinations are up to date. If you aren’t certain, then be sure to pay a visit to the vet. To enjoy a great camping experience without hitches, here’s a checklist to help: Prepare ahead Keep your dog secure at all times Ensure your dog is never left unattended Keep an …

Preparing Your Dog for the Hot Summer Months Ahead

May 20th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

Summer months are only around the corner. It is important this time of year to prepare your dog for the summer heat. Here are three tips to keep your dog cool and comfortable this summer: Prepare Their Coat for Summer Your pet’s fur coat helps them stay warm in winter and cool in summer. Your dog will grow a heavier coat in winter months and shed it in the spring season to develop a lighter coat for summer. Help keep your pet cool in the summer by trimming their coat. It is advisable to go with a professional trimmer, so you …

What is a Professional Regulated Breeder?

May 17th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

When you get a healthy and well-adjusted pup that requires little in the way of training, then quite a bit of work has gone behind the scenes. This is often the work of a professional regulated breeder. A professional regulated breeder refers to an individual or a set of individuals who handle the breeding process amongst others, for 5 or more dogs over the span of 4 months. This basically describes the overall job description, however, a lot more goes into this process. First off, a healthy, properly adjusted and socialized pup would need to be raised in a hygienic …

Best Ways to Socialize Your New Puppy

April 29th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

The first three months of your pup’s life would very much shape the rest of their personality and how they relate to their environment. Socializing your pup guarantees that you would end up with a confident and well-adjusted dog. Here are some ways to socialize your puppy: The Outdoors Introduction to new sights, sounds, and smells begins in the outdoors and then continues in the outdoors. Outdoors is where most of the adjustment happens. A multitude of new sensations would assault your pup’s senses and he may need to adjust gradually. Over time, familiarity would occur. The Dog Park Visiting …

Top Pet Health Tips for Spring

April 25th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

It’s springtime! The weather is warm and the outdoors is beautiful! This is definitely no time to stay indoors and Daisy definitely agrees. Now, before exploring the great outdoors for new scents and beautiful sights, it is important to ensure that your pet is protected. This article covers some tips to help. Vaccinations! You need to ensure that your pet is up to date on her yearly deworming and vaccinations. You can easily do this by reviewing the vaccine cards. If you’re not sure or they are still missing some, be sure to pay a visit to the vet. Plenty …

The Benefits of Children and Puppies Growing Up Together

April 18th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

Many people agree that their family dog growing up definitely impacted their lives in various ways. The benefits that accrue to growing up with puppies is definitely significant. So, what are some of these benefits? Friendship You could resonate more with ‘companionship’, but friendship does great justice. This is because more often than not, a child’s first friend is their dog. One that offers non-judgemental, full-blown adoration, and the child could do no wrong. Having a pup can teach kids how to treat a friend with respect. Empathy Kindness and empathy are traits that can be taught, and are even …

Having a Great Veterinarian is Always a Good Thing

April 11th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

The only thing better than having a good veterinarian is having a great one. The job of a veterinarian starts right before puppies are born, or in your case, shortly after their gotcha day. So, why is it important to have a great veterinarian? Early Disease Detection As much as you want your pup’s life to be perfect and disease-free, pups sometimes come down with various ailments. Now, this may be no fault of yours, it could be as simple as an immune system compromise or an infection. A veterinarian can detect any changes in behavior with a professional eye …

How To Keep Up With Your Pup Between Grooms

March 30th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

Every four to six is the ideal time after which a visit to the vet or a professional groomer is necessary. However, during this period, maintaining your dog’s grooming is a key part of providing care. If you struggle with consistency or you don’t want to forget, you can always create a schedule to keep on track. Once your schedule is up, here are three common grooming activities that you can carry out: Baths Lucky if your pet loves water. If they don’t, they would still need to take baths anyway. Baths can be pretty relaxing and they keep your …

Springtime Makes for the Perfect Fur Baby Photo!

March 26th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

Spring brings the flowers to bloom and the greenery back to life, and it’s no doubt one of your pup’s favorite seasons. Lots of time to be spent in the great outdoors and what’s more, the weather is getting warm too. For a bit of fun this spring, one trend you can consider is playing dress up! Picture dressing your fur baby in a nice, smart plaid shirt and maybe wearing one to match too! You could have loads of fun like organizing photo shoots, maybe a party or two too! Many people love to play dress up with their …

Do Dogs Have Allergies?

March 21st, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

Are dog allergies a thing? Yes. Dogs do have allergies too. Generally, dog allergies are divided up into three categories: Skin allergies Food allergies Acute allergic reaction Skin Allergies Skin allergies or allergic dermatitis rank as the most prevalent allergic reaction in dogs. They are caused by one of the following three: Food allergies Flea allergy dermatitis Environmental allergens These allergies may present as itchy skin, resulting in skin becoming red, inflamed, and scabbed. Flea allergy dermatitis is caused by fleas while environmental allergens like pollen, mold and dust may cause atopic dermatitis or atopic allergic reactions. Food Allergies Actual …

Did You Know Petland Provides Classroom Pets for Teachers?

March 15th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

Research has shown that students interacting with pets in the educational setting has social, behavioral and academic benefits. Classroom pets can reduce school-related stress, boost reading competency and enhance academic performance overall. For young children, taking care of pets from a young age helps instill social and emotional skills. This process also enables children to develop a sense of responsibility and feel sensitive to others outside of themselves, boosting their confidence levels too. This is exactly why Petland stores are part of the initiative to help teachers receive a pet for their classroom. How To Apply The process of applying …

Let's Talk About Real Petland Breeders

February 25th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

Breeders play a highly instrumental role in how pups turn out and this is why they are regarded with so much importance. Petland’s regulated professional breeders are particular about caring, socializing, and observing puppies to provide only the best for you. These breeders regard the dogs they care for as their pride and joy and therefore devote time, money, and attention to ensure that they are at the top of the strata. Who Are Petland Breeders? Petland breeders are responsible for raising and caring for parents as well as puppies when they are born before they find a new loving …

Best Puppy Names for 2022

January 11th, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

Taking out time to choose a good name to call your puppy is important, as the little thing is going to keep bearing it for the rest of their life. Also, Since you would be using it a lot, you should pick a name that is easy for your pet to recognize -more consonant and long vowel sounds-, and one that you can proudly call out in public or put on a name tag. Best Puppy Names to Give Your Pet More often than not, people name their pets after characters in movies, foods, drinks, sports celebrities or random human …

Petland In the Community

January 3rd, 2022Petland Blog0 Comments

Petland stores pride themselves on giving back to the community that has given so much to us in terms of patronage and trust. It is mainly for this reason that we run several charity programs and events to touch the lives of several people/pets across different states where our stores are located. Here are details of some of the different programs that we are involved in: Safari Stan’s Children’s Charities by Petland This charity program was officially launched for children in 1994, and we currently have two organizations.For the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America, since 1998, Petland has helped bring over 850 pet-related …

Small Puppies For Sale – Facts and Favorites

June 29th, 2019Petland Blog0 Comments

When it comes to having some of the most adorable small puppies for sale, we excel – hands down and we’re super duper proud of our precious puppies! When they leave our store we want them to remain healthy and loved so here’s how you can take care of our small puppies for sale when they enter your home during the summer months! Caring for Small Puppies for Sale It’s summertime and it’s important that you keep your small dog cool. Because they’re small, doesn’t mean that they will naturally be cool during the summer months. This is especially true …

How to Take Care of Teacup Poodles

June 22nd, 2019Petland Blog0 Comments

You never hear much about Teacup Poodles in the media which is surprising because these are such cute dogs. These dogs are just miniature Poodles, but they have extremely special qualities about them that make them unique. These dogs love being around people and make excellent companions. You are never going to want to be without your Teacup Poodle because of how special of an impression they will make on you. It is important to treat these dogs with special care because they are so small. Here are a few ways to ensure the longevity and happiness of your Teacup …

3 Facts You Didn't Know About Bichon Frise Dog Breeds

June 15th, 2019Petland Blog0 Comments

Not only are Bichon Frise dog breeds super cute, but they are also extremely special dogs with some very special qualities. These dogs make an awesome best friend. They are great companions to have around and if you are ever feeling lonely, they are certain to cheer you up. These dogs have very special qualities that make them awesome pets. Some of these facts you may not have known previously, so here are a few facts about Bichon Frise dog breeds. Their size. These dogs are super fluffy and cute, but did you know that the male dogs only grow …

3 Reasons to Buy a Bulldog

June 8th, 2019Petland Blog0 Comments

Are you looking to buy a new dog this summer? There are lots of dogs to choose from but we think you would love to have a Bulldog. Our bulldog breeders are extremely kind human beings and need your help giving these new puppies a home. Our Bulldog breeders want these dogs to have a family that loves and supports them for their entire life. There are so many positive qualities of Bulldogs and we want you to know what they are. 1. These dogs do not need a lot of exercises. If you’ve always wanted a dog but were …

Purebred Puppies for Sale at Petland

June 1st, 2019Petland Blog0 Comments

Purebred puppies for sale are simply puppies that are bred from two dogs of the same breed. If a dog is not purebred, it is considered to be a mixed breed/mutt or designer dogs. Designer puppies are bred from two purebred dogs from different breeds, hence the term designer, which implies a bloodline created by mixing purebreds. Mixed breeds/mutts are generally bred from two dogs of blended breeds and their bloodlines are usually not as traceable. If you are in the market for purebred puppies for sale, you’re at the right place and here’s why. Petland is an excellent source …

Cutest Puppies in the world

April 29th, 2019Petland Blog0 Comments

There is a vast supply of super cute puppies for sale at our location and we want you to be the first ones to come check them out! Even though puppies can be a lot of work to take care of they are super cute and will show you a lot of love. Raising a puppy is one of the most special things you can ever do in your life. Puppies tend to imprint and build a very strong bond with their caretakers which is an amazing feeling. By owning a puppy you will experience some of the best companionship …

Want a Dog but Have an Allergy?

April 23rd, 2019Petland Blog0 Comments

Do you have an allergy to dogs? This allergy is common among a lot of people around the world. This does not mean however that you are out of luck to buy a dog. There are dogs out there that are hypoallergenic and do not tend to irritate any allergy symptoms among people that are allergic to them. In fact, lots of short hair dog breeds are excellent hypoallergenic dogs for any loving owner. Do not worry, you do not have to research on your own about which dogs are hypoallergenic and which are not. We have a list of …

Which Dogs Make Good Apartment Puppies?

April 17th, 2019Petland Blog0 Comments

If you live in an apartment and are considering adding a puppy to your lease, you may be wondering just which puppies are good for an apartment lifestyle. We understand why you may have this dilemma it is not always easy to care for a pet’s natural needs if you do not live on the first floor of a building and have quick and easy access to the outdoors. But it is definitely possible to raise a dog inside of an apartment style household, in fact, this is the reality for lots of Americans today. It is important also to …

Important Things To Know About Dogs

April 11th, 2019Petland Blog0 Comments

There are lots of things to understand about dogs. These guys are the best friends that anyone could ever ask for. In particular the Golden Retriever! These dogs are extremely special. There are some things that you must remember while taking care of these animals. They are pretty high maintenance and deserve a lot of attention. If you think that your home is a good fit for a dog you should take this information into consideration. Here are a few things to remember while taking care of and building a bond with a dog. 1. Dogs will love you unconditionally. …

What Makes a Bernese Mountain Dog So Great?

April 5th, 2019Petland Blog0 Comments

There are lots of great dogs out there but none of them compare to Bernese Mountain Dogs. You may be wondering just what makes the Bernese Mountain Dog such a great friend. They are excellent companions and extremely protective of their families. These dogs are super loyal and would love to have a home and friend like you. There are certain things in this world that you just can not compare and the love that a Bernese Mountain Dog will give to you it is literally like no other. Here are some super fun facts about Bernese Mountain Dogs! 1. …

The Maltese Name Game

November 29th, 2018Petland Blog0 Comments

There are some dogs that are off the charts adorable and Maltese puppies for sale are some of them! They are little but pack a lot of punch when it comes to personality and charm. In this blog post, we giving you some interesting facts and options for naming your new puppy. Maltese Quirks and Facts They have a lifespan of 15 years. They get along well with people and other animals, so if you have another dog or cat in your home, you’ll be just fine as long as you socialize your Maltese early. They are one of the …

The History of Shih Tzu Puppies

November 22nd, 2018Petland Blog0 Comments

People always fall in love when they see Shih Tzu puppies for sale and who can blame them? They are simply adorable, with their smush faces and big eyes! They’re almost comical to look at sometimes. They have a deep history and respect bestowed up them. If you’re interested in learning a bit more, continue reading this historical post about Shih Tzus. For at least 2,0000, they’ve been bred as a companion and referred to as the little “lion dog.” During the 1920’s, the first pair of Shih Tzu puppies for sale were brought to England. They quickly gained popularity …

Boston Terriers – America's Gentle Dog

November 15th, 2018Petland Blog0 Comments

At our store, the Boston Terrier puppies for sale are always such a hit. From their expressive eyes to their limitless energy, what’s not to love about a Boston Terrier? It’s pretty hard to find a reason not to, especially after reading these fun facts about this adorable breed. An All American Breed — Boston Terriers were the first breed developed in America—and it’s no surprise which town they called home! Very Stately Pups — Bostons were named as the state dog of Massachusetts in 1970. This is not common for all states, so it was quite the honor for …

Beautiful Bichon Puppies

November 8th, 2018Petland Blog0 Comments

They’re white and puffy and full of personality! What are we talking about? We’re talking about our beautiful Bichon Frise puppies for sale. You’ve definitely seen these little beauties because they command attention from the moment you set your eyes on them. The American Kennel Club has a standard description calling them “a white powder puff of a dog whose merry temperament is evidenced by his plumed tail carried jauntily over the back and his dark-eyed inquisitive expression.” That sounds about right to us! Continue reading to learn even more about Bichon Frise puppies for sale. Easy to Train Okay, …

5 Adorable Reasons to Love Chihuahuas

November 1st, 2018Petland Blog0 Comments

This popular tiny dog breed is packed with big personality. Chihuahua puppies for sale have found their way into the hearts of dog lovers across the world. This has surpassed the days of them being poster-dogs for Taco Bell and Tinkerbell. They have created a name for themselves with their larger than life temperaments. We have compiled five fun reasons why we think Chihuahua puppies are some of the best to own! They are fun to dress up! Come on, you know it’s absolutely adorable when you see little puppies dressed up and we like to think that Chihuahuas popularized …