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How Often Do Most Dogs Go to Dog Daycare?

How often do most dogs go to dog daycare? We hear this question a lot. Personal preference may vary, clearly, but consider this: as responsible pet owners, we constantly strive to provide our companions with the best care possible. From feeding them nutritious meals to striving to provide them with regular, healthy exercise, we want…

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Why Do Dogs Bark?

“Why do dogs bark?” As dog owners and animal lovers – even aficionados – we find ourselves asking this question a lot, even though we know the most obvious answer. Barking is one of the most common ways that dogs communicate with humans and other dogs. What we really want to know is “What are…

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4 Benefits of Transitioning from a Dog Kennel to a Pet Resort

There’s no question: the face of pet care has changed significantly in the last several years. The science behind the pet care industry evolved and continues to evolve by leaps and bounds. Not only have new pet parents more than tripled in the last few years, but there has been a seismic shift to pets…

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Socializing Your Puppy Early Helps Them Spring into a Bright Future

The initial days and weeks of new puppy ownership can be somewhat overwhelming as you adapt to taking care of your furry new friend. Socializing your puppy early is perhaps one of the most important things you can do for your growing family during this transitional time. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, the…

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5 Benefits of Dog Training for Pets and Their People

Having a pet is a significant responsibility, and as animal enthusiasts, pet parents are typically more than willing to take it on. However, one of the most important components of being a responsible owner is making certain our furry friends are properly trained. Not only does this make our lives easier, but it also ensures…

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Friend’s of SLO City Dog Park’s Yappy Howwllour Event

We had a lot of fun at the Friend’s of SLO City Dog Park’s Yappy Howwllour event this past Saturday, October 22, 2022! This great event was held to raise funds for new dog park amenities at Laguna Lake Park. It featured food, wine, beer, live music and of course, lots of fun games and…

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Springdale Pet Ranch Receives 2022 Best of Arroyo Grande Award

Thank you so much to all of our clients who trust us to care for your pets! ARROYO GRANDE October 11, 2022 — Springdale Pet Ranch has been selected for the 2022 Best of Arroyo Grande Award in the Pet Boarding Service category by the Arroyo Grande Award Program. Each year, the Arroyo Grande Award…

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Springdale Pet Ranch Named a Nextdoor 2022 Neighborhood Favorite Local Business

We are so thankful to be recommended by our clients and to be named to Nextdoor’s 6th Annual Neighborhood Favorites list. We will continue to work hard to earn your trust! Arroyo Grande, CA 8/30/2022 — Springdale Pet Ranch has been named to the winning list of Nextdoor’s 6th annual Neighborhood Favorites, an awards program…

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Springdale is “Best in Show” sponsor for Friends of SLO City Dog Parks Laguna Lake Park Project

All of us at Springdale Pet Ranch are just plain dog-loving people! That’s why when we heard about the Friends of San Luis Obispo (SLO) City Dog Park project at Laguna Lake Park, we just knew we had to get involved. Although the city of San Luis Obispo envisions the Laguna Lake Dog Park to…

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