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Pet Dental Health

Pet Dental Health

Dental health is a very important part of your puppy’s well-being. Regular exams throughout your puppy’s life can help detect problems early before they cause damage to your puppy’s teeth or mouth. Have your pet’s teeth checked if you observe any of the following problems: Bad breath Broken or loose teeth Teeth that are […]

6 Puppy New Year’s Resolutions

6 Puppy New Year’s Resolutions

New Year is all about new beginnings. Here’s a couple of New Year’s resolutions you and your pup are sure to love!   #1 Try a new activity with your pet. Take yourself and your puppy out of the comfort zone and try new activities. Activities like dog hiking or puppy yoga are great ways […]

DIY Holiday Treat For Your Puppy

DIY Holiday Treat For Your Puppy

Let’s celebrate this holiday season with some delicious homemade treats for your pup. Frozen treats are creamy, easy to make and a great refreshment for your best friend. These two recipes will for sure make your fur-baby is extremely happy during the holidays.   Strawberry and Banana   Ingredients: 2 cups of Sliced Strawberries […]

Remember: Candy and Puppies Don’t Mix

Remember: Candy and Puppies Don’t Mix

Halloween is a time of trick or treat, costumes, and haunted houses! However, the best part of Halloween is of course all the candy! Although it’s hard to say no to those adorable puppy eyes, sometimes a tasty candy for you could be harmful to your furry friend. Puppies do not process fats, sugars, […]

Homemade Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Treats

Homemade Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Treats

It is finally that time of year! Halloween is around the corner, and what’s better than spoiling your fur-baby with some delicious homemade treats. Pumpkin and peanut butter are among the most delicious flavors your puppy is sure to love. Ingredients: 2 cups of flour 2 eggs 1/2 cup pure 100 percent pumpkin 1/4 ounce […]

Petland Urges Safety When Handling Any Puppy

Petland Urges Safety When Handling Any Puppy

“Regardless of where they come from, any puppy and dog can carry Campylobacter germs.”  According to the CDC, nearly 1.3 million people in the United States are affected each year by Campylobacter.  Petland is concerned to hear that 39 of these cases, or .0003-percent of all infections in the nation, were identified as having a […]

Fire Safety Tips

Fire Safety Tips

A pet is considered a valued member of any family and just as you’d implement a fire safety plan for your family, one should be implemented for your furry friend. On July 15th, 2017, we celebrate National Pet Fire Safety Day, here are some tips on how to protect your fur-baby in case of […]

4 Common Puppy Training Mistakes

4 Common Puppy Training Mistakes

There are several things we as puppy parents unintentionally do that mess with our dogs’ emotions. No matter how hard we try in our effort to be perfect, some of our human ways can lead to one confused pup. And sending mixed signals to our pups will make them more likely to misbehave. But is […]

New Baby Bunny Take-Home Checklist

New Baby Bunny Take-Home Checklist

While bunnies are an easier pet to take care of compared to a new puppy, you still need quite a few things to take home with you to properly care for them. At Petland, we carry all the necessary items for you to be a successful and caring pet owner! Check out our list below […]

5 Popular Pet Rabbit Breeds for Families

5 Popular Pet Rabbit Breeds for Families

I know sometimes it seems like we focus on puppies (because they’re just so darn cute!), but on these next two blog posts I want to really dive into the world of owning a different kind of four-legged furry friend…the bunny rabbit! First, we are going to go over the different breeds that we carry […]

8 Most Affectionate Dog Breeds

8 Most Affectionate Dog Breeds

Some pups like their space. Other pups like YOUR space. For those who loooooove the latter, here, in no particular order and based off personality characteristics are the 8 breeds most likely to give you some serious PDA! Labrador Retriever – Born to please, it’s a wonder these friendly pups don’t give their hoomans a […]

Why Dogs Are Still at Risk of a Sunburn

Why Dogs Are Still at Risk of a Sunburn

Ah summer, the wonderful season filled with beach days, weekends at the cottage, and picnics in the park. Unfortunately, if you’re not careful it’s also the season, of blotchy, red, irritating sunburn. We know that sunburns are a serious summertime issue for humans, but what about dogs? As it turns out, despite their fur coats […]

5 Reasons Why Your Puppy Destroys Their Toys

5 Reasons Why Your Puppy Destroys Their Toys

We’ve all seen the “dog shaming” photos on social media, showcasing the destruction caused by our loving canines who tore apart their precious toys. Do you ever leave your house only to come back later to a disaster, with your dog sitting idly by as if nothing happened? How about giving your dog toys, and […]

7 Reasons Why Dogs Are Healthy for Children

7 Reasons Why Dogs Are Healthy for Children

We’ve all heard the old (but completely accurate) saying “dog’s are a mans best friend”, but does this ring true for kids as well? While there are tons of proven physical and mental health benefits to owning a pup as an adult, how do our 4 legged friends affect mini adults? Here are 7 reasons […]

5 Ways You and Your Puppy Can Be Good Neighbors

5 Ways You and Your Puppy Can Be Good Neighbors

Sure, you and your dog are perfect housemates. You give Fido food, and the pooch gives you snuggles. Sounds like it all works out. But are you and your pup good neighbors? If you’re not sure if the folks on your block would say yes, then check out this list and see if you do […]

Summer Bathing, Are You Doing It Right?

Summer Bathing, Are You Doing It Right?

For most of us, taking a shower or bath is usually a calming experience. For our pets, however, bathing may be anything but relaxing. Between the water, the noise, the confinement, the scrubbing and the suds, it’s no wonder why your cat or dog may sprint in the other direction of the tub. Unfortunately, grooming […]

What To Do When Your Puppy Just. Won’t. Go.

What To Do When Your Puppy Just. Won’t. Go.

We’ve all had those mornings. You know the ones – the alarm didn’t go off, your hot water took forever to heat up, you couldn’t find those pants you wanted to wear today and all of a sudden you’re soooo late and all you need is for your dog to stop sniffing around outside and […]

How to Teach Your Kitten to Use a Litter Box

How to Teach Your Kitten to Use a Litter Box

Training a kitten to use a litterbox is typically easier than training a puppy to go potty outside. Most kittens who are at least 8 weeks old will already know how to use the litterbox, but some kittens, especially younger ones, may still require some help from you. Here’s how to train a kitten to […]

5 Litterbox Mistakes You Could Be Making

5 Litterbox Mistakes You Could Be Making

It’s come to my attention that we need more blog posts about our other favorite four legged friends – the kitty cats! While they are not quite as popular a pet as the dog, that doesn’t make them any less special to the owners that love them. Cats, however, are typically easier to take care […]

Dog Breeds That Are Perfect for Lazy Humans

Dog Breeds That Are Perfect for Lazy Humans

While there are people out there that are constantly on the move, running, hiking, being social or having adventures, there are also people who are the exact opposite. If you would rather stay in and snuggle their pooch on the couch, here are the best dog breeds for you! […]

Where to Shop: 27 Stores That Are Pet Friendly

Where to Shop: 27 Stores That Are Pet Friendly

As summer is fully upon us and the opportunity to leave your pooch in the car for a quick errand is past, these stores have fully jumped on the pet bandwagon and will allow you to bring your pet in for that quick shopping experience. And while most pet stores (including ours) and pet supply […]

Choosing the Best Animal Friend for You

Choosing the Best Animal Friend for You

Here at Petland Kennesaw, we have many different types of animals that you can visit with and learn about, but when you’re looking to add a new family member, it can be hard to choose which one might be best for you! Below, we have some descriptions of the most popular pets we have and […]