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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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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.

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Winter Safety Tips for Main Line Dogs & Their Parents

By Chelsea Harris | December 14, 2022

The snowy, slushy, icy, and sometimes bitterly cold conditions of a winter on the Main Line can be as unpleasant and hazardous for your four-legged friend as they are for you. So, before the weather turns too frightful, your friends at Wagsworth wanted to share some of the seasonal risks to your dog and tips on how to protect your pup against them.

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6 Great Dog Toy Ideas for the Holidays

By Chelsea Harris | October 26, 2015

What’s on your dog’s holiday wish list this year? If only our pups could talk and tell us what they really want! That would help take the guessing game out of trying to find that perfect toy they won’t demolish immediately, or worse, ignore. At Wagsworth, we may have a solution for you.

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15 Dog-Friendly Restaurants Around the Main Line

By Chelsea Harris | August 15, 2022

It’s been a long day—or maybe week—so after you pick up your four-legged bestie from Daycamp at Wagsworth, all you want to do is go chill out with some good grub and beverages. But where will you and your furry friend be welcome? You’re in luck because there are quite a few places around the Main Line where you and your pup can dine out together, including ice cream shops, breweries, and all-day breakfast places.

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4 Tips for a Fun and Safe Day Hike with Your Dog

By Chelsea Harris | July 7, 2022

Exploring the great outdoors with your four-legged bestie can be an extremely rewarding bonding experience. However, taking a long and strenuous hike, when you and your pup may be outside for several hours or more, requires a fair amount of advance planning. Wagsworth Manor shares the following four tips that can help you prepare for a fun, safe, and memorable excursion.

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Dogs and Ticks: What You Should Know About This Tick Season

By Chelsea Harris | June 2, 2022

Spring is here, which probably means you’re enjoying a lot more outdoor playtime with your pooch. Unfortunately, it’s not all fun and games, because spring also means tick season has started in the Philly area. Every year, from April through October—or longer if temperatures stay mild—the constant threat of ticks, their bite, and the serious diseases they can carry.

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A Day in the Life: Olive’s Successful Training

By Chelsea Harris | January 11, 2022

My name is Olive! I am a 5-year-old German Shepard Mix. I love jerky, handfuls of hot dogs, and my new puppy sibling, Arthur! I wanted to tell everyone about my journey that started when I first came to Wagsworth Manor a year and a half ago.

A Day in the Life of a Group Daycamp Dog

By Lexie Doran | February 12, 2021

Want to know what all the bark is about? Ever wonder what your dog’s day looks like after you drop them off for a day of camp? Wagsworth Manor’s Daycamp Program, nestled on 6 acres in Malvern, PA, is an award-winning furry destination, but don’t take our word for it – experience the excitement through the eyes of Guinness, the black lab, one of our regular group daycampers.

Top Tips for a Well-Behaved Dog

By Lexie Doran | January 19, 2021

Congratulations to all of the new furry family members added to your pack over the holidays! Puppies are so much fun and can breathe new life into your home, but they also take a lot of work. There is so much for them to learn about you, their new home, and how to behave! While it can seem overwhelming, we have some top tips to help your pup become a well-behaved dog!