Happy 3rd Anniversary Bark Place!

barkplacesouthend — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:52:17 +0000

Bark Place is happy to announce we are celebrating 3 years in business on May 5th! Thank you to all our furry friends and their owners who have made Bark Place such a success. We thank you for your patronage!

MUDDY PAWS FOR A CAUSE

barkplacesouthend — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:48:22 +0000

A weeklong benefit to support MSPCA-Angell at Bark Place!

Sun May 6 – Sat May 12

$20 / 50% of proceeds will be donated to MSPCA-Angell

To reserve, call 857-362-7494 Walk-ins welcome

Traveling with your Dog by Car

barkplacesouthend — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:45:39 +0000

Take some small practice trips prior to a big trip so your dog is used to car travel.
Do not feed in the morning before a long trip if a dog is prone to car sickness. Instead feed a light meal the night before.
If your dog is prone to anxiety on a trip, try stress reduction supplements to help your dog chill out. There are lots of safe all natural products that will help do the trick to calm them down.
Keep your dog safely restrained in the car by using a crate, harness, or other carrier. Don’t give your dog free rein of the entire car. Don’t let them hang their head out the window, as they can easily get hurt or get something in their eyes.
Keep your pet cool & comfortable in the car with a cooling pad for the crate (keeps cool without refrigeration!)
Bring water and a traveling water bowl. Stop every few hours to let your dog stretch, safely do its business and to drink water.
Never leave a dog unattended in a car by itself in hot weather. A dog can overheat quickly as the temperature in a car gets hotter than outside very quickly.
Be sure your dog has a collar on with id tags at all times. Take your rabies certificate and all vet and emergency numbers with you.

To learn more visit us at Bark Place!

Dogs LOVE Gift Certificates From Bark Place!

barkplacesouthend — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 14:58:00 +0000

Gift Certificates can be purchased for:

Grooming, Do It Yourself Washes, PlayCare (given pre-approval to attend), Dog Walking, Dog Training, Or Just For Anything in the Store!

Give a Gift Certificate and get a little bonus yourself!

For every $25 or greater gift certificate you purchase, receive $5 in Bark Place Store Credit just for you!
Must be redeemed before Feb 29, 2012.

Holiday Grooming

Don’t worry….. there’s still time to schedule grooming before the holidays. Call and schedule your time today!

Spooky Saturday!

barkplacesouthend — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:58:18 +0000

Come join us for fun and games at Bark Place and Blackstone Park!

October 29, 2011
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Bark Place will have pet games and treats for both you and your pet!
Costumes are optional, stop by either way!

Holiday Party at Bark Place for Animal Rescue League of Boston

barkplacesouthend — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:57:32 +0000

Holiday Party
Saturday, December 3rd
12:00 – 3:00 pm

Bark Place will host our annual holiday celebration for Boston-area dog lovers to get into the spirit of the season and raise money for the Animal Rescue League of Boston.

With the helping hand of Santa, professional pet photographer Jann Tenenbaum will style and photograph each pooch and provide digital prints perfect for holiday cards.

While dogs are pampered for their shoot, owners can enjoy a little fun for themselves, too. We will have exciting exclusive in-store promotions and discounts on the season’s hottest pet apparel, accessories, grooming services and more; libations and noshes for pets and their owners alike; and complimentary holiday puppy pouches! Event Cost is $25.

After the Event join Boston Mayor Tom Menino for the annual Tree Lighting Festivities in the South End.

Dogs Days of Summer

barkplacesouthend — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 21:19:48 +0000

This summer you’re invited to the hottest patio in town!

Saturdays – June 18th, July 16th and August 20th
9:00 am – 6:00 pm

We will be featuring a selection of products and services designed
to promote pet health and wellness all summer long.

Doggy Delicacies Menu
Panting Prevention
Summer Fashions

Visit our website to learn more…

Muddy Paws for a Cause

barkplacesouthend — Thu, 12 May 2011 20:58:04 +0000

Join us for our first annual D.I.Y. for charity event! Muddy Paws for a Cause will be hosted at Bark Place on June 5th from 10 am – 5 pm. Proceeds will benefit Boston’s own MSPCA.

Event Info: Get your pet clean for a good cause! Use our “Do It Yourself” dog wash on Sunday June 5th and Bark Place will donate your payment to benefit Boston’s homeless animals at the MSPCA. Need help? Don’t worry, the pros at Bark Place will be here to walk you through step-by-step!!

For more information: Stop by, call or visit us online at www.barkplacesouthend.com.

Can Bark Place’s DIY Dog Wash Deskunk a Beloved Chocolate Lab?

barkplacesouthend — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 17:20:14 +0000

by A. J. Downey – April 2011- Bostonista

Last month, my chocolate Labrador had a little encounter with Boston’s most potent skunk. (Note: This blog post also doubles as a formal apology to any and all Southie residents around I St. and Day Blvd. area, where the stench definitely lingered for at least 36 hours. (Sorry, everyone.)) So, when I heard about Bark Place’s DIY dog wash a few weeks later, I could think of no better subject than my curious (and curiously rank) pup, Ellie. Click through the slideshow for a tour of the South End facility, and find out if their vanilla-and-blueberry facial worked out the Pepe Le Pew perfume from her fur:

Bark Place DIY Dog Wash

Updated Training Schedule for Bark Pace

barkplacesouthend — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 18:12:20 +0000

April 26, 2011
Puppy 101(Beginner Obedience)
6 weeks, $150 – 45 min. classes
6:30 – 7:15 PM sessions
Puppies must be 3 months old and up. Puppy training teaches basics such as sit, stay, walk nicely on a leash and lots of socialization. Please bring a flat training leash, not a retractable lead.

April 26, 2011
Level 2 Obedience
6 weeks, $150 – 45 min. classes
7:30 – 8:15 PM sessions
A challenge for dogs and owners alike with Tricks, Games and Dog Agility.
Instructor: Peggy O’Connell