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Dog Events

Howl-o-Ween is Coming to The Ranch!

September 24, 2024 by Michelle Bedard

Dog owners, it’s that “wicked and ghoulish” time of year known as Howl-o-Ween! Our beloved daycare dogs transform from sweet, playful, bouncy, lovable and huggable fur babies to ghouls, ghosts, super heroes, athletes, monsters, and more!

Mark your calendars for Howl-o-Ween 2024. This fun event is a staff and owner favorite for daycare dogs who compete for the best Howl-o-Ween costume. Your fur baby will be captured in costume with a specially designed, spooktacular backdrop- just perfect for the occasion.

Big dogs, little dogs, dogs with hair, and dogs with flair pose playfully in some of the best costumes ever conceived. All of this is only available at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa!

Stay tuned for more details, as our staff is hard at work coming up with an even better party than last year. Competition is stiff, so we recommend you start planning your dog’s costume sooner rather than later!

Check our blog and social media sites for past year’s fun and excitement!

The Bubble Party was a Popping Good Time!

We want to thank all of the dogs who participated in our Bubble Party. Based on the images snapped and all of the snapping that went on as bacon bubbles were blown for our guests, everyone had a yummy good time!

The Ranch prides ourselves in creating events that make it fun for our dogs to be away from their families. We want our guests to feel at home while in our care, and the Bacon Bubble Party is always a big hit.

Honestly, we aren’t sure who had more fun-the staff or the dogs! With bubbles overflowing and dogs chasing them, we had a lot of laughs and wore out a lot of pups!

Here are just a few images of the great time. More images and fun can be seen on our Facebook and Instagram pages.

Contact The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa for all of Your Dog Boarding, Grooming, and Daycare Needs

The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa would be honored to be your go-to place for all of your dog and cat boarding, grooming, and daycare needs. Please contact us for more information or to reserve your stay!

Filed Under: Dog Events, Uncategorized Tagged With: bacon bubble party, Dog boarding, dog grooming, doggie daycare, fun dog events, halloween activities for your dog

Sign Your Pup up for the Bacon Bubble Party on September 16!

September 2, 2024 by Michelle Bedard

Dogs love chasing bubbles, and when those bubbles are flavored with bacon, it’s a combination that’s simply irresistible!

There’s something magical about watching a dog leap, twirl, and dart around trying to catch those floating orbs, especially when each bubble brings a burst of delicious bacon flavor.

We are thrilled to announce that the beloved Bacon Bubble Party is making its return to the Ranch Pet Resort and Spa on September 16!

This exciting event is designed to give your furry friend the chance to indulge in a delightful bubble-chasing adventure unlike any other. Imagine your dog jumping joyfully through the air, surrounded by bubbles that taste like bacon—a dream come true for our four-legged guests!

Join the Fun! Here’s the Scoop on Our Bacon Bubble Party on September 16

Here’s how your pup can join in on the fun: dogs who are registered for doggie daycare or boarding on March 10th will automatically be eligible to participate in the Bacon Bubble Party.

For just $20, in addition to the cost of daycare or boarding, your dog will have the chance to enjoy an unforgettable day of playing and chasing lickable, bacon-flavored bubbles.

It’s the perfect opportunity for your pet to have a blast, get some great exercise, and maybe even make a few new friends!

Don’t Miss Out on Bubble Fun!

Don’t let your pup miss out on the bubbly bacon fun! If you have any questions or are ready to sign up your dog for this special event, reach out to our friendly team at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa.

We’re here to help you make your dog’s day as amazing as possible. Become your dog’s best friend for life by treating them to this one-of-a-kind experience!

Contact us today to reserve your spot at the Bacon Bubble Party—spaces are limited, and the fun is guaranteed!

Filed Under: Dog Events, Uncategorized Tagged With: bacon bubbles, bubble party, daycare, Dog boarding, dog event, dog fun

Happy Halloween from The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa

October 31, 2023 by Michelle Bedard

From spooky sharks to Barbie, cowboys, Superheroes, farm, zoo, and wild animals and every idea in between, The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa‘s annual Howl-o-ween photos captured the spirit of Halloween.

As usual, some pets were more excited than others to be in the limelight and were quite at ease being photographed, while others just did the bare minimum to make Mom and Dad happy!

Nevertheless, this event is one of The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa‘s favorites as we really get a great shot of each dog, cat, or pair of dogs and their personalities.

While we don’t have a favorite Howl-o-ween costume participant, we are super excited to have the cats participate this year!

A Big Shout Out to our Amazing Staff who Made Howl-o-Ween Possible

This event could not take place without the patience, enthusiasm and creativity of our staff who love capturing the best side of each participant, even if it involves wrangling them in and grabbing their attention or taking shot after shot until we capture the perfect expression!

Take a Peek at Some of Our Howl-o-ween Participants

We just can’t get enough of this cuteness overload! For more images sorted by last name, please visit our Facebook page.

Please Keep Your Pets Safe this Halloween

Between the cars, Trick-or-Treators, candy and ghoulish activity Halloween will bring, please take a minute to make sure your dog or cat is safe and secure this Halloween.

It’s a good time to make sure your dogs and cats are safely inside and unable to run out the door as you welcome the ghosts, dragons and fairies that come knocking on your door for candy.

For dogs and cats who get especially nervous with activity, doorbells or strangers, a calming aid or Thundershirt may prove especially helpful.

Remember chocolate is especially toxic to dogs who may easily snatch a Snickers or two while no one is looking. Let’s keep all of our campers out of the ER and save you some money by putting all chocolate out of reach.

Light up the darkness with a glow in the dark collar while you walk your pooch around the neighborhood and remember to have anyone ask to pet your dog first to avoid any anxious dog behaviors.

Have a Safe and Happy Halloween

The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa wants to thank you for trusting us with the care of your dog or cat, and we wish you a safe and happy Halloween!

Thanks to everyone for allowing us the pleasure of enjoying another eventful Howl-o-ween photo day!

Filed Under: Dog Events, Holidays, Pet Health and Safety Tips

National Dog Day is Saturday, August 26, 2023

August 21, 2023 by Michelle Bedard

National Dog Day is Saturday, August 26, 2023, an annual event started in 2004 by Colleen Paige, an author, conservationist, and pet and family lifestyle expert.

Paige chose to celebrate National Dog Day on August 26 because that is the day she adopter her first dog, Sheltie, from the local animal shelter. Her goal in celebrating National Dog Day is to “bring attention to the plight of animals around the globe and encourage adoption.”

Celebrate National Dog Day with these Doggie Deals

You don’t have to wait for the weather to be cooler to enjoy a Busch Pumpkin Spice Dog Brew. The non-alcoholic dog brew is made from all natural ingredients including pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric and water and can be ordered from shopbeergear.com.

Dunkin’ Supports Dogs for Joy on National Dog Day

For every iced latte ordered on National Dog Day via the Dunkin’ mobile app, Dunkin’ will donate $1 to the Joy in Childhood Foundation to support the Dogs for Joy program.

Dogs for Joy is a program that matches in-residence service dogs with children who are hospitalized and in need of some loving canine support, training, and incentive during their treatments.

These dogs have a full-time job and responsibility to provide happiness to the young patients and to teach the children how to take medication, keep calm during medical intervention, and perform physical therapy.

“Since 2018, the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation’s “Dogs for Joy Program” has granted 33 full-time pediatric service dogs to 18 children’s hospitals across the country” (source).

So this Saturday, support dogs and children by downloading the Dunkin app and ordering your iced latte.

Pup’kin Spice Doggie Doughnuts Available at Krispy Kreme

Saturdays were meant for doughnuts, and dogs are no exception to the rule! Visit your local Krispy Kreme and pick up a Pup’kin Spice Doggie Doughnut for each doggie member of your family!

Choose from  Pup’kin Spice Original Glazed, Pup’kin Spice Cake, Pup’kin Spice Maple Peanut and Pup’kin Spice Cheesecake Swirl.

But hurry, as the biscuit shaped doggie doughnuts will only be available until August 31.

Get 50% Off Petco Orders Through DoorDash

Today through August 27, customers who use the DoorDash mobile app or website will receive 50% off Petco orders of $25 or more to honor National Dog Day.

Now The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa knows your dog is worth $25 in treats, toys, a new bed, collars, or more! Hurry, you only have a few days left to take advantage of the savings.

Happy National Dog Day from The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa

From our dogs to yours, The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa wants to wish you a very happy and loving National Dog Day! Spoil your dogs Saturday and every day!

Filed Under: Dog Events, Dog friendly places, Dog News, Holidays

Congrats to all of our Puppy Bowl 2023 Doggie Participants

February 10, 2023 by Michelle Bedard

Puppy Bowl 2023 was a huge success, and all of our doggie participants had an amazing time!

The rivalries started well before game time, with some lick smacking and some smack talk about their mothers, but all in all, a great time was had at Puppy Bowl 2023!

Highlights of Puppy Bowl 2023

It was a mad dash for the football as dogs ran in and out of bounds, sniffed each other, stopped to scratch an itch, get some one-on-one coaching from the sidelines by our dedicated staff pros.

Of course, some of the dogs were there merely for the spotlight while the more athletic dogs were definitely there for the win.

Viewers can take a look at the online activity by visiting our video the day of Puppy Bowl 2023!

The Bigs Take the Field for Puppy Bowl 2023

In our second game of Puppy Bowl 2023, the Bigs seemed to get the idea of carrying the football all the way down the field. While coaches cheered from the sidelines or even handed off the footballs, we can see most of the game was friendly.

Teal and yellow bandanas separated the teams while our friendly staff took to the field in jerseys of their own. Cheers and excitement filled the air while our rambunctious Bigs (with one very athletic Little!) looked for direction from their coaches.

Some dogs clearly understood the game while some were just happy to make the team! All in all, Puppy Bowl was a lot of fun, and as always, a huge success!

We’d like to give a huge THANKS to our sponsor, The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa, for filling our day with football, fun, bandanas, and prizes!

Congrats to the Winners of Puppy Bowl 2023!

Everyone is a winner in the eyes of Puppy Bowl 2023! As long as everyone left the fields a better sport than he or she entered, we are happy!

But every year we have standouts, and these dogs deserve individual attention.

Making a third appearance and being recognized for a third year in a row is Sugar! Previously our MVP two years in a row, Sugar has been awarded 2023’s Offensive Player Award.

Rutherford earns the title of MVP with agile moves and attention to the ball! Rutherford is sure to be picked up by the pro’s!

MVP for the Littles was awarded to Willow, who even at his picture taking, was still flying high with energy and enthusiasm!

Thank you to everyone who supported Puppy Bowl 2023! See you next year!

Filed Under: Dog Events, Just for Fun! Dogs of The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa Tagged With: dog fun, MVP, offensive player awards, puppy bowl, puppy bowl 2023

Puppy Bowl 2023 is Coming to The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa!

January 31, 2023 by Michelle Bedard

The biggest event of the year is upon us as Puppy Bowl 2023 revs up for its third year at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa.

Word around the locker room is that the Bigs and Littles have some new plays to bring the house down! Could we have a better Puppy Bowl than the last two years?

The Countdown is on to Puppy Bowl 2023

On February 8th, 50 of the cutest, fastest, most agile and athletic dog athletes will be competing against each other during Puppy Bowl 2023.

This wildly popular event pits Bigs vs Bigs and Littles vs Littles in the greatest football game in the Tri-Valley.

Goldens take on shepherds; min pins wrestle jack russels; the refs make the calls; the crowd goes wild; everyone has the best time during Puppy Bowl 2023.

Sign Your Dog Up Today for Puppy Bowl 2023

Puppy Bowl 2023 will take place on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. All doggie care customers are eligible for the event. A $15 charge will help with the fee to pay the refs (we are kidding here! We can’t avoid any conflicts of interest!) and offset the costs incurred with this fantastic and very popular event!

Sign up for doggie daycare on Wednesday, February 8, and let us know you want your dog to be part of Puppy Bowl 2023!

Top Five Reasons to Sign Your Dog up for Puppy Bowl 2023

  • All the cool dogs are doing it, and we don’t want your dog left out! Dogs will be grouped in compatible teams so even if your dog isn’t an athletic rockstar, there’s room for everyone in our Puppy Bowl game!
  • Every dog wants to be named MVP, and this year is no exception. The dogs in daycare are already practicing their moves and groves, their dodges and dives, their jumps and jives; it’s going to be tough picking an MVP but at Puppy Bowl 2023, there’s always one hero who stands out above the crowd. Will it be your dog? Sign up now for Puppy Bowl 2023!
  • Awards for water boy, water girl, and MVP Dog and Puppy will be given. Who doesn’t love to be recognized for their achievements?
  • Prizes will be given out, and we hear the prizes are amazing!!!! Don’t miss out! Sign your dog up today for Puppy Bowl 2023.
  • All dogs who sign up will be decked out in Team Swag Bandanas. Now, we know that sometimes dogs get athlete’s fright and simply poop out (literally sometimes); conk out; get put on IR list; never get out from on, off, or under the bench; or just don’t feel like playing. We understand, but everyone wants to feel like part of the team by being decked out in Puppy Bowl 2023 swag bandanas. Reserve your spot today!

Watch Puppy Bowl from Facebook

When athletes are preparing for the Big Game, they can’t be distracted by their fans! But The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa knows you want to be a part of the action of Puppy Bowl 2023, so we post videos of the day’s events!

Tune in to Facebook to see Live Events as they unfold during Puppy Bowl 2023!

Do not miss out! Space is limited, so sign your dog up today for Puppy Bowl 2023!

Filed Under: Dog Events, Just for Fun! Dogs of The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa Tagged With: dog fun, MVP, puppies, puppy bowl, puppy bowl 2023

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