Posts Tagged ‘dog smarts’
The dog-ter is in: Q&A with the vet
At the Watering Bowl, we want your canine BFFs to run free for many years. They’re our real customers, after all. So we brought in a friend of the Bowl, veterinarian Dr. Chris Kennedy to answer the questions your dog would ask if its mouth could form words and question marks. We all know how…
Read MoreFind the Perfect Training Option
We have lots of options when it comes to training. So many, that we made a handy, dandy flowchart to help you find the best one for you and your dog. Right this way: Still not sure? We’re happy to do a free 15-minute evaluation to help find the right fit. Just give one of…
Read MoreBUTT SNIFFERS ACADEMY SEMINAR
In our ongoing effort to extend our cage-free canine community beyond our walls, we are cordially inviting you to attend an open house hosted at our Dog Grove location on April 18th.
Read MoreHelpful Tips For The Big Night
After months of buildup, preparation and planning, it’s finally here. No, not the opening of our brand new 4th location in St. Peters (although we’re pretty excited about that). We’re here to talk about Halloween. You’ve got you and your furry BFF’s matching costumes, and you’re set for a scare-filled night of fun. But is…
Read MoreTHE HAPPIEST OF CAMPERS
Generally you only hear about campers when they are quote/unquote “not happy.” Well, if anything, dogs are not not happy. And when dogs go camping, they are ecstatic. It could be the wilderness. It could be the adventure. It could be all the new smells. But most likely, it’s because they’re thrilled to get out…
Read MoreGet To Know Our New Trainer And Some Dog Park Etiquette, Too
If you’re a doctor or a dentist or a mechanic, people probably ask you for free advice just about everywhere you go. “You’re a doctor? Like an MD? Great cause I’ve got this thing on my knee. Take a look!” Same goes for dog trainers. As soon as someone learns you have multiple certifications and…
Read MoreSun’s Out Tongues Out
Summer showed up, and we noticed. Your dog did, too. And just as the Robin is the harbinger of Spring, the pools at The Watering Bowl are a sign of warm, splashy days of doggy daycare. If you haven’t seen them, it’s probably because you’re not a dog. If you have, we’re impressed that you’re…
Read MoreDog Smarts: Is It Spring Yet?
We get it. Spring has been a long time coming. But we’re almost 80% sure it’s here. And no one knows that better than your dog. As you take to your backyard and break out the barbecue pit, we thought we’d get a little perspective from our veterinarian friends on how to prepare for a…
Read MoreDogs Don’t Mind Homework
Butt Sniffers Academy is just like any other school, only it’s completely different. For example, the attendees of our four-legged institute of higher learning don’t seem to mind a little extra homework. In fact, they thoroughly enjoy it. That’s why the dean of BSA, Tracy Pritchard, devised a set flashcards to help students lock in…
Read MoreDog Smarts: Outside Safety
The weather keeps getting better as we edge toward the back half of summer. And while kids are thinking about school, dogs are thinking about getting outside. So, we thought we’d reach out to our old friend, Dr. Ed Migneco, to learn more about how best to enjoy the great outdoors with our best buddies.
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