Understanding how Doggy Daycares help with Socialization
As pet ownership continues to rise, with an estimated 67% of U.S. households owning a pet according to the 2019-2020 National Pet Owners Survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association (APPA), many dog owners find themselves asking, “Does dog daycare help with socialization?” The answer is increasingly significant in today’s fast-paced world where pet […]
Nash Course: An Inside Look at District Dogs’ Adult Basics Training—Week 1
This post is written by Alyse Stokes, a freelance writer and longtime partner of District Dogs. The seven-part series will follow her new rescue pup, Nash, as he moves through District Dogs’ six-week Adult Basics training course. Posts will cover each week of the training program plus a follow-up post a few weeks after graduation […]
Seasonal Snacking: Farmer’s Market Faves for Your Pet!
We all know that fresh, in-season food tastes better and is a great choice for filling our plates. Fortunately, the DC area offers plenty of ways to get local, seasonal produce — from the many farmer’s markets to stores that stock locally-grown items. But making the most of farm-fresh goodies doesn’t have to stop with […]
Lucky Dogs Animal Rescue
Welcome to our newest series, where we feature some of the rescue groups whose alumni are now part of the District Dogs Pack. Our first group is Lucky Dog Animal Rescue which was founded in 2009. This volunteer-powered nonprofit is dedicated to rescuing homeless, neglected, and abandoned animals that would otherwise be euthanized. Lucky Dog […]
