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Wagsworth Dog Boarding is a luxurious getaway for your canine friend, with options for every size, breed, and personality. Don’t hesitate to schedule a deluxe vacation for your furry friend to have the best time of their life!

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7 Dog-Friendly Winter Activities on the Main Line

By Chelsea Harris | January 19, 2024

Looking for some cool things to do with your dog this winter? Wagsworth shares a list of seven fur-tastic local activities.

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Tips for Introducing Your Dog and New Puppy

By Chelsea Harris | December 4, 2023

Are you thinking about getting a younger sibling for your dog? Wagsworth shares advice for making sure your longtime pal and new fur-baby get off on the right paw.

Why Do Dogs Bark?

By Chelsea Harris | October 30, 2023

Dogs can’t use words to communicate, so they bark instead. But it’s not always easy to know what your pup is trying to tell you. Wagsworth provides some interpretations.

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3 Tips for Supporting Your Puppy’s Training at Home

By Chelsea Harris | October 6, 2023

Puppy parents get advice from Wagsworth’s professional dog trainer Davyda DeSimone on how to reinforce what they and their pup are learning in the classroom.

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Why Do Dogs Dig Holes?

By Chelsea Harris | September 8, 2023

Wagsworth unearths four reasons why your dog might love to dig holes and offers some distraction tactics if your pup has become the digging-est dog in town.

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8 Dog-Friendly Summer Events in the Main Line Area

By Chelsea Harris | August 3, 2023

You know what summer in the Main Line means for pups and their parents? Longer days, a slower pace of life, and lots of fun adventures for the two of you. Wagsworth has compiled a list of eight of the most popular local happenings that warmly welcome dogs and their family members.

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Summer Safety Tips for Main Line Dogs & Their Parents

By Chelsea Harris | June 28, 2023

Wagsworth has no doubt that summer is a favorite time of year for the two of you. But all this fun in the sun also comes with a few seasonal risks for your pup, like sunburns, allergies, and waterlogged ears. Wagsworth wants to help you protect your fur-baby against some of these potential issues so you can enjoy your summer together worry-free.

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Why Do Dogs Get the Zoomies?

By Chelsea Harris | May 16, 2023

When a pup gets the zoomies, it can be highly entertaining, but what causes this funny behavior? Wagsworth answers questions about this common dog behavior.

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Why Do Dogs Sniff Everything?

By Chelsea Harris | March 28, 2019

Wagsworth is launching a new blog series that we hope helps answer questions you may have about why your dog does the things they do. We start with exploring why dogs sniff everything from the air to their business to your feet.

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Why Your Pup Should Have a Dog ID Tag

By Chelsea Harris | February 9, 2023

If you recently welcomed a new fur-baby into the family, the Wagsworth team wants to say, “Congratulations!” We know you probably spent a lot of time getting ready for your puppy to arrive and have provided them with plenty of toys; a comfy bed; a leash and collar; puppy treats, chews, and food; and more. However, there is one other important item that Wagsworth wants to make sure is on your new-puppy checklist.