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Your Labor Day BBQ checklist (the dog edition)

Sep 4, 2026

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Your Labor Day BBQ checklist (the dog edition)

Party-proof your pup, prep the yard for guests, and a 30-second favor that helps us a ton.

Brandon Madalone
Brandon Madalone
Back-to-school season is harder on your dog than you think

Aug 21, 2026

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2 min read

Back-to-school season is harder on your dog than you think

Routine resets for anxious pups, a cooler-weather yard note, and an easy service upgrade.

Brandon Madalone
Brandon Madalone
Foxtails, fleas & the August yard checklist

Aug 7, 2026

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2 min read

Foxtails, fleas & the August yard checklist

What to check after every hike, a pet-safe flea plan, and a favor to ask.

Brandon Madalone
Brandon Madalone
The 7-second paw test (and 3 OC beaches that stay dog-friendly)

Jul 24, 2026

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2 min read

The 7-second paw test (and 3 OC beaches that stay dog-friendly)

Hydration hacks, the coolest sand in OC, and one thing to check before every walk.

Brandon Madalone
Brandon Madalone
July 2026 OC Dog Guide: Yard Tips, Events & Summer Safety

Jul 10, 2026

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4 min read

July 2026 OC Dog Guide: Yard Tips, Events & Summer Safety

Yard tips, pet-safe fly control, and dog-friendly OC events for July.

Brandon Madalone
Brandon Madalone