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The 3/3/3 Rule: A guide to acclimating your dog
At Colonial Village Labradoodles, we know that bringing home a new dog can be an exciting and rewarding experience! However, it can also be overwhelming and stressful for both the dog and the new owner. That is why we recommend following the 3/3/3 Rule when bringing...
Keeping Your Dog Safe on July 4th
Keeping Your Dog Safe on July 4thWhile humans love to celebrate the July 4th, it can be a very dangerous time for our pups. Almost 50% of dogs react fearfully to fireworks, and the July 4th is one of the most active times of year for pet recovery. Here are some tips...
Dog Friendly Easter Egg Hunt
Our dogs are a part of the family, so of course we want to include them in all the major holidays. But what exactly can you do with your dog on Easter? Chocolate is a big no-no, and it’s not like there are Easter Egg hunts for dogs—are there? A dog-friendly Easter egg...
Tick Season is Here!
Now that flea and tick season is upon us, it is important to restart preventative treatment. Preventative treatments will help protect your dog from these parasites. We highly recommend either Frontline topical treatments or Seresto collars. If you don't already have...
Sunday Open House
Join us this Sunday from 1-3 PM for puppy snuggles! We will have standards and mediums of a variety of colors available to meet.
Heartworm Prevention For Dogs
Heartworms are born, live and die inside of dogs-- with a stop along the way with mosquitoes. That's why your dog needs year-round heartworm prevention and yearly heartworm testing. Need a medication recommendation? I recommend Heartguard Plus for dogs!
Best Pet Insurance of 2023
Finding the right pet insurance for your family doesn't have to be tricky. Forbes recently released an article comparing the best options out there. My personal favorite is Trupanion. Article linked here. Did you know that we send all of our puppies home with 30 free...
Favorite Natural Chews for Dogs
Why chewing is important and the best natural chews for your dog Chewing is a beneficial, necessary behavior for dogs! Here are the top 3 benefits of chewing for your dog: 1) Improved dental hygiene - Regular chewing helps remove plaque buildup and helps prevent bad...
Puppy Socialization
Proper socialization is one of the most important parts of raising your puppy well! You will want to expose them not only to other puppies, but also to lots of new people, places, sights, and sounds. When taking your puppy out to socialize, make sure to keep it...