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Pappy’s Parent Portal is here!
We're so excited to announce our digital Parent Portal is now live! Right now, our Parent Portal is available for our Addison, North Plano, Richardson, Rockwall, and South Plano enrichment centers only. Access to our Parent Portal for our Roanoke and the Colony...
Updated Hours of Operation Due to Winter Storm
*UPDATED* Modified business hours extended to Friday, Feb. 19th. Store hours listed below: Addison CLOSED N. Plano* 12 - 3pm Richardson* 12 - 3pm Roanoke* 12 - 3pm Rockwall* 12 - 3pm S. Plano* 12 - 3pm The Colony CLOSED *Open for lodging appointments only. Grooming...
Daycare Change – N. Plano, S. Plano, & Richardson
Our North Plano, South Plano, and Richardson locations are now requiring reservations for daycare on Fridays.Just like our lodging and grooming services, our N. Plano, S. Plano, and Richardson enrichment centers are now requiring reservations for daycare services on...
11 Thanksgiving Foods to Avoid for Dogs
Thanksgiving is such a wonderful holiday! Along with spending time with loved ones and relaxing, there's plenty of food-related activities. Thanksgiving dinner is a meal many look forward to all year! But some of the most popular Thanksgiving dishes can actually pose...
Understanding Separation Anxiety In Dogs
Like humans, dogs can suffer from separation anxiety. Separation anxiety (SA) is when your dog shows signs of severe stress from the moment you leave him/her alone to the time you return. It’s important to determine if your dog is truly suffering from SA or if they’re...
Heartworm Awareness Month
April is Heartworm Awareness Month! In honor of it, we've put together some Frequently Asked Questions about heartworms and heartworm prevention. As always, consult with your pet's veterinarian about any questions you might have.Heartworms are parasitic roundworms...
COVID-19 Update from Pappy’s Pet Lodge
As the situation around COVID-19 continues to evolve, we wanted to reach back out to update you. We are following our normal business hours. We know, now more than ever, your dog might be in need of quality exercise and socialization. We are continuing to follow all...
A Message from Pappy’s Pet Lodge about COVID-19
Dear Pet Parents, With the locally confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19, Pappy’s Pet Lodge is reaching out to assure you that we’re doing everything we can to prevent any exposure in our pet enrichment centers. Our team is carefully monitoring the...
Spay and Neuter Awareness Month
February is Spay and Neuter Awareness Month. We’ve written a guide to low-cost spaying and neutering options in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. The decision to spay or neuter is an important choice that each pet owner must make. Pet owners should do what they believe is...
Pappy’s Rewards are here!
Pappy’s Rewards have arrived! An effortless way to earn benefits for each visit to Pappy’s. You asked for it and we listened! Our new Rewards program is free to join and available at all of our locations. To learn more about our new Rewards, read below.Pick up a free...
5 Fun Spring Activities for Dogs
Spring is a great time of year to get out of the house and up moving. It’s also a great time to do the same for your dog. If you’re looking for some fun and pet-friendly activities to get your pup busy, look no further than our list below. 1. Daycare at Pappy’s Pet...
Pet Safety on Halloween
The holidays are a fun time for adults and kids alike. Halloween, in particular, can be a time to enjoy lots of treats and candy. But this also means there’s a higher risk of your pet getting into something that could potentially be toxic for them. Around the...
15 Adorable and Easy Dog Halloween Costumes
It's officially October! In the spirit of this spooky season, take a look at our list of 15 easy and adorable dog Halloween costumes. Extra points for coordinated costumes for dogs and owners. Are you going to dress up your pup this Halloween season? Tag Pappy's on...
South Plano Ribbon Cutting
Pappy’s Pet Lodge is pleased to announce our official Plano Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting! The ceremony took place on September 17th at our newest pet enrichment center in South Plano. Pappy’s was happy to host several members of the Plano Chamber for this...
Dachshund Dashes
Twice a year, Pappy’s Pet Lodge proudly sponsors the Dachshund Dash! One Dash is held at Frisco Freedom Fest and the other is a part of Addison Oktoberfest. Pappy’s loves being a part of this hilarious and entertaining event! The Dachshund Dashes are always a blast!...
Top Ten Things You Need in Your Pet Emergency Kit
You may already have an emergency/disaster kit for your family, but what about for your pet? In times of emergencies, it’s easy to forget all the things your pet needs to successfully evacuate with you. If you haven’t already checked out our post about How To Build...
How To Build Your Own Pet First Aid Kit
It’s smart to have a first aid kit available for your pets in case of emergencies. Accidents happen and you don’t want to be unprepared when they do. If your pet is injured or becomes sick, having a fully stocked first aid kit prepares you to take care of them until...
Homemade Valentine’s Day Treats
Valentine’s Day is tomorrow and one great way you can spread the love to your pup is with homemade treats. We’ve compiled three easy treat recipes for you to try out. Each of these recipes is grain-free and dog approved! All...