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Dog Training at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa

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A recent article in Pleasanton Weekly reports a surge in animal adoptions due to the Pandemic. With more people working from home, isolation setting in, and conditions ripe for proper care for a new dog or cat, adoption centers found homes for almost all, if not all, of their adoptable animals.

This is great news for both owners and new pets, and The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa feels especially lucky to be able to meet and greet some new furry friends!

A Need for Dog Training

With the adorable surge in adopted dogs, The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa saw a need for dog training, and we filled it!

We are excited to announce Dog Training on premises! Professional Dog Handlers have partnered with us to get your dog trained to be on their best behavior!

Calling all Dogs!

Are you a dog who loves to chew on your hooman’s shoes, furniture, chords? Do you take food off the table? Do you run like a crazy, out of control kid chasing the ice cream man?

Does the thought of sitting and staying make you burst out of your skin in anticipation? Have you been scolded for jumping up, play biting, getting in the garbage? Do your potty habits need breaking or refining?

Are you just a might bit anxious or scared when your two-legged warrior leaves you? Does the thought of running into another doggie companion make you tug at the leash, growl, or bark until your paws lift off the ground? Do your walking manners need a refresh?

Then this Dog Training is for you!

Contact The Pet Resort and Spa for Dog Training Information

Congratulations on your new dog or for taking that extra step to make sure your current furred bestie is on her best behavior. We want to make sure you get the benefit of the training that goes into molding a rambunctious dog into a refined one whom others want to be around.

There are no bad dog-only ones who lack the proper training to make them the best on the block.

Everyone and every dog can learn something from our program; it is a great way for dogs to be socialized and introduced to people other than yourselves who have the experience to draw out the best in your dog.

Want to find out more about Dog Training at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa?

We can’t wait to fill you in on our Dog Training! Please contact us to learn more about this fabulous program.

March Bowser News

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The dogs at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa are howling with excitement! Some of our more pampered pooches overheard our terrific groomers talking excitedly about the latest developments in the news! It appears our owners have been approved in limited capacity to eat indoors, workout at gyms, go to movies, zoos, museums and more!!!

We cannot stop wagging our tails and behinds because we know that this means our people will want to send us to doggie daycare at The Ranch! It’s a win-win situation! Our humans get a night out and we get to play, run, romp, chomp at the water, roll around with our favorite buddies and get all kinds of love, pets, and attention from the amazing staff at the Number One Veterinarian Recommended Doggie Daycare and Spa!

Imagine the Possibilities at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa

While it’s been fun to stay at home with our owners, we know our teens and kids want to get back to school, and we don’t blame them. From what we’ve uncovered with our wet, snoopy noses, our kids get to learn, play with their friends, have lunch, see their teachers, and be in activities when they’re in school!  That sounds like a whole lot of fun because it’s what we do in doggie daycare!

Have you seen the games we get to play? Have you spotted us on video? You have to check us out on our Facebook page! It’s updated throughout the day, so our moms and dads get to check us out! Bently “the girl” owned the place in this cute video from Monday’s daycare.

Make Reservations for Doggie Daycare at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa

Quick! Nudge your people to contact The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa. Michael and his team are ready to take reservations so our owners can go play with their friends, too in Livermore, Dublin, Pleasanton, and beyond!

If you are new to The Ranch, you get a FREE day of play and evaluation. Show off your sweet attitude and earn a day of fun in this doggie daycare wonderland!

Canine Vacation for One or the Family, Please

If your family wants to go on vacation, beg them to board you at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa! New doggies get a free first night!

You get your own room with climate controlled surroundings and a raised pet bed! Just like at home, we get taken out for potty breaks, checked for wellness, and ohhhh our favorite part…soft, soothing music! You can’t beat The Ranch! Of course, we have additional offerings for pets who want more attention, more treats, more playtime, and more memories!

Sign Up for the Fun at Our St. Pawtrick’s Day Pawty!

Just when you think you’ve heard everything, know we are just beginning! The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa hosts amazing pawties!

This month we are featuring our St. Pawtrick’s Day Pawty! Food, doggie brew, shenanigans, Irish music, and a special keepsake to take home highlight this festive day!

Check out the details in our blog and contact us to sign up! All of this fun is only $15! See you there!

Happy St. Pawtrick’s Day at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa

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Mark your calendars for another fun-filled event on Wednesday, March 17, at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa. Word has it a Leprechaun will be making its debut at The Ranch and causing all kinds of pup ruckus!

Your dog will be spoiled to a day filled with Leprechaun madness, Irish singing that will, of course, lead to some howling, and delicious corned beef. What would St. Patty’s Day be without some good ol’ fashioned green beer?

Sign Your Dog Up for the St. Pawtrick’s Day Party!

All doggie daycare pups are invited to sign up for the St. Patrick’s Day Pawty on March 17! For $15, your dog will be treated to

  • Corned beef
  • Green beer
  • Leprechaun shenanigans
  • St. Patty’s Day songs
  • Fun and love
  • Good luck keepsake!

Please contact us to learn more and make your reservation!

What’s New at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa

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We’ve had a lot of excitement these past few weeks at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa! From touchdown terriers at our Super Bowl Party to smooching poochies at our Valentine’s Pawty, The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa has been filled with excitement!

The Results of Puppy Bowl 2021 are In!

This was a fantastic day for all who participated in Puppy Bowl 2021 and our Super Bowl Game! The day began with some trash talking and delicious steaks and hamburgers. Dogs were divided into teams and some took to the field with vengeance while others watched safely in the laps of our cheer staff!

Some dogs, such as Murphy, took to the field like a champ, converting the extra point and adding his own celebratory doggie dance. Crowds rushed the field to take his picture while he posed like a pro!

All fun and games aside, there were some worthy opponents and plays as well as our own singing and dancing Hot Dog whose rendition of The Weekend’s Blinding Lights impressed all the dogs!

The Winner of Puppy Bowl 2021 is…

We know you are all excited to hear about the outcome of the game. Here’s the commentary by The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa’s owner, Michael Gamache:

“The 4th quarter is getting hectic, some players are owning the field, some are exhausted and hiding, others have completely quit and are enjoying the sun. Congratulations to the Bucs and Sugar their most valuable player. Final score 21-17 Tampa Bay.”

Who knew these dogs would predict the winner of the Real Super Bowl?

Life is More Sweet with Valentine Kisses

We enjoyed a sweet day with our doggie daycare pups at our Valentine’s Pawty! Dogs showed up ready to smooch and shower the ones around them with juicy kisses. As with any romance, some connections were easily made, some are slow to grow, and well, others just haven’t met their match yet!

In any case, all dogs and staff were serenaded by our own costumed tutu’d dalmation, filled with sweet treats, and photographed at our kissing booth! Could this be any cuter?!

New Face of the Day!

We’d like to share The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa‘s New Face of the Day! This sweet adorable Frenchie, Louis, stole our hearts!

Plan Your Pup’s Staycation or Doggie Daycare at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa

If you would like to take advantage of a day or days of love, affection, games, friends, toys, and more, please contact us. We treat your dog with the same safety, care, and attention as we treat our dogs and are recommended by veterinarians, too!

See you soon at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa. For more pictures and videos, follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

Valentine’s Day Pawty at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa

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Hey, Mom and Dad, The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa is having a Valentine’s Day Pawty, and I really, really, really want to go!

There is a cute Pug Mix at doggie daycare, and I kinda have a crush on her! I know Husky hopes to be her Valentine, and although he’s bigger and fuzzier, I think she may be attracted to my ability to fly through the agility course and my gentlemanly skills like letting her drink from the water bowl before I do.

If it’s not too much to ask, can you set me up for a grooming appointment before the event? I’d like the haircut, nail trim, teeth cleaning, ear cleaning, collar cleaning, and blueberry facial! I’ll be smelling and looking so good she won’t be able to resist me!

Also, I hear that you get a special “gift” to take home from me! Please don’t wait to sign me up for this super fun event!

Enroll Your Special Pooch at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa’s Valentine’s Day Pawty on Wednesday, February 10

All dogs who are signed up for doggie daycare on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 will partake in our Valentine’s Day Pawty!

What these lucky dogs get to look forward to:

  • Secret P-awdmine (shhh) for Mom and Dad
  • Kissing Booth
  • Valentine’s Day Strawberry Treats
  • Love and Affection all day long

Don’t Wait, Sign Up For Our Valentine’s Day Pawty!

We hope to see your dog on February 10, 2021 for a truly memorable day for your pet and you! For more details or to sign up, please contact our fur-loving staff!

The Ranch Pet Resort & Spa is the Most Recommended Pet Care Provider by Local Veterinarians

The Ranch Pet Resort & Spa is a pet destination like no other, and we’re located in the heart of California wine country. A beautiful setting, fresh, air, luxury dog and cat lodging, exciting dog daycare in our one-of-a-kind playground, and full-service grooming await lucky pets. And if that wasn’t enough, we even have a state-of-the-art doggie water park! A trusted name in pet care since 1947.

Is Your Dog Ready for the Biggest Game of the Year?

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Puppy Bowl 2021 at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa

In the world of sports, only one game matters this time of year. For months, even years, the top athletes have been honing their skills to take on their rivals in one of the most anticipated showdowns in the world.

Indeed, the most watched game of the year is about to cause millions of viewers to gather around to cheer on the best, the brightest, the smartest, the fastest, and the cutest!

Ladies and Gentlemen, Get Ready for Puppy Bowl 2021!

The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa is gearing up for Puppy Bowl 2021. Luckily, we have some spots open and are looking to fill our teams!

Does your pooch have what it takes to catch a ball and run it in for a touchdown? To avoid pass interference or delay of game? To stay on-sides or just to STAY? To tackle within the guidelines of the PFL, Puppy Football League?

Does your doggie thrive on the roar of the crowd? Does he live for the thrill of victory over the agony of defeat, unless there is a reward at the end of the games?

Does she have what it takes to earn MVP? Most Valuable Pup for 2021 Puppy Bowl?

If so, The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa wants to sign your dog up with a Puppy Bowl 2021 Contract.

Sign Up for Puppy Bowl 2021 at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa

All dogs who sign up for Doggie Daycare on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 will be a part of Puppy Bowl 2021. Doggie Daycare participants will be treated to the best Doggie Tail Gate party complete, of course, with hot dogs and hamburgers and loads of staff and fun!

Puppy Bowl 2021 wouldn’t be complete without Football Games, Winners, an MVP, and Prizes for a handful of pups!

All Dogs are Eligible for Puppy Bowl 2021 at The Ranch Pet Resort and Spa

Our staff is going all out to ensure your dog plays hard, has fun, feels like a winner, and is rewarded just for showing up and giving it his all!

No dog is too old, too small, too grumpy, or too fragile. We will make sure that all dogs participate whether they are snoozing on the sidelines, cheering on their teammates, or running full speed ahead.

The thrill of fun and the agony of missing out are very, very real.

Do not miss out! Sign your pup up today!