Playful Pups Blog
Hello! I Love You…Goodbye. Finding Peace in the Loss of Our Furry Family Members
Written by Laurie Yost, owner of Playful Pups Retreat. Playful Pups Retreat is proud to be a Fear Free certified facility. Laurie also holds the highest level of certification through PACCC (Professional Animal Care Certification Council) with a CPACO certification (Certified Professional Animal Care Operator). As pet care professionals and dog owners, our Playful Pups…
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Does Your Dog Have Goals for 2024?
As we welcome in a new year, we are continuing our series on the A to Z of Dog Training. January is National Train Your Dog Month so it is a perfect time for this topic! It is also a time where people set goals for what they want to improve from the past year…
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DIY Doggie Enrichment Ideas: Fun at Home Activities for Your Furry Friend
Written by Laurie Yost, owner of Playful Pups Retreat Playful Pups Retreat is proud to be a Fear Free certified facility. Laurie also holds the highest level of certification through PACCC (Professional Animal Care Certification Council) with a CPACO certification (Certified Professional Animal Care Operator). In recent years, the term “enrichment” has become a buzzword…
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Does Your New Puppy Have You Feeling Frustrated and Tired?
Written by Laurie Yost, current owner of a crazy puppy, Mosha, and owner of Playful Pups Retreat. Playful Pups Retreat is proud to be a Fear Free certified facility. Laurie also holds the highest level of certification through PACCC (Professional Animal Care Certification Council) with a CPACO certification (Certified Professional Animal Care Operator). Has your…
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Top 10 Dog Training Fundamentals to Remember
Written by Maria Stouffer, Training Director Playful Pups Retreat and Owner of Full Potential Dog Training As a professional dog trainer and Training Director at Playful Pups Retreat, I emphasize the importance of our team incorporating these fundamentals of dog care in all we do. These fundamentals are infused in every service we offer…
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The Joys of a New Puppy…and Maybe a Tiny Bit of Chaos!
Written by Laurie Yost, owner of Playful Pups Retreat and founder of Pitties Love Peace, Inc. Playful Pups Retreat is proud to be a Fear Free certified facility. Laurie also holds the highest level of certification through PACCC (Professional Animal Care Certification Council) with a CPACO certification (Certified Professional Animal Care Operator). Last night we…
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The Pawsitive Impact of Enrichment Activities in Pet Care Facilities
Written by Laurie Yost, owner of Playful Pups Retreat Playful Pups Retreat is proud to be a Fear Free certified facility. Laurie also holds the highest level of certification through PACCC (Professional Animal Care Certification Council) with a CPACO certification (Certified Professional Animal Care Operator). For pet parents, leaving their furry family members behind with…
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Tips for Keeping Your Dog Safe During Holiday Events
Written By: Maria Stouffer, Training Director at Playful Pups Retreat and Owner of Full Potential Dog Training This is a celebratory time of year when holiday gatherings are enjoyed by many. If you are like me and love to host events at your home, you will appreciate these tips that will help both you and…
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Understanding the Emotional Needs of the Post-Covid Dog
Written by Laurie Yost, Mosha’s mom and owner of Playful Pups Retreat Playful Pups Retreat is proud to be a Fear Free certified facility. Laurie also holds the highest level of certification through PACCC (Professional Animal Care Certification Council) with a CPACO certification (Certified Professional Animal Care Operator). Rebuilding Confidence in Post-Covid Dogs The COVID…
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Mosha’s Journey Part 3: Nurturing Confidence in Your Timid Pup
Written by Laurie Yost, Mosha’s mom and owner of Playful Pups Retreat Playful Pups Retreat is proud to be a Fear Free certified facility. Laurie also holds the highest level of certification through PACCC (Professional Animal Care Certification Council) with a CPACO certification (Certified Professional Animal Care Operator). Mosha, now 5 and a half months…
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