written by Alicia Harantschuk  Canine ownership has grown more than 29% over the last decade (United States Pet Population and Ownership Trends Report 2017 – Focus on Dogs, Cats, and Other Pets, 2017).  To support this growing trend, dog parks are popping up across the nation.  Whether you live in a major city or a country … Continue reading Dog Park Safety 101 →

written by Kat Kelly Cities are becoming increasingly more dog friendly, which is awesome for those of us with four-legged friends! Dog-friendly restaurants/bars, outdoor events specifically for pups, and an array of lovely parks are just a few perks of living in these dog friendly communities. Of course, with so many dogs around, some challenges … Continue reading Dogs On Leash: The Do’s and Don’ts of Meeting Others →

written by Kate Lowe CPDT-KA Philly Unleashed canine students come in all shapes and sizes, both literally and figuratively! Inside and outside of our classes, it’s common for those of us with very sociable dogs to expect every dog we encounter to be both approachable and equally excited about a potential meeting. This would be … Continue reading Encountering dog-reactivity in and out of class: what it is and what to do. →

As the weather heats up and the days get longer, most of us start dreaming of getting away for a nice, relaxing vacation with our loved ones. We know many of our Philly Unleashed clients love including their dogs in as much of our activities as possible – including vacation! Here are some tips and … Continue reading Family Vacations with our Furry Family Members →

The official start of summer has kicked off! We have suffered through the cold winter months in anticipation of BBQ’s, pool parties, beach trips and hot, sunny days! As we trade out our sweaters and scarves for bathing suits and sunglasses, we should also keep in mind, our dogs need accommodations for the weather change as … Continue reading Five Tips for Keeping Your Dog Safe This Summer →