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Halloween Safety for Pets: Tips for a Safe and Less Stressful Holiday
Halloween can be a fun night for families, but some of the things that make the holiday exciting for people can be stressful or potentially dangerous for pets. Frequent visitors, costumes, unfamiliar noises, candy, and decorations can all introduce new risks for dogs...
Pet Obesity Awareness Month: Helping Your Pet Maintain a Healthy Weight
October is Pet Obesity Awareness Month, an opportunity to take a closer look at an important part of your pet's overall health: their weight. A few extra pounds may not seem significant, especially on a pet who otherwise appears happy and healthy. However, excess...
5 Reasons Mental Enrichment Matters as Much as Physical Exercise for Dogs and Cats
While physical exercise is important, mental enrichment is equally critical for pets. Our playcare schedule is thoughtfully designed to balance physical and mental wellness because enrichment activities for dogs and cats provide many benefits you may find surprising....
One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Personalized Playcare & Boarding
At Firehouse Pet Resort, our care approach is designed to put every pet and pet parent at ease by providing individualized, personality-driven care for a safe, calm, and positive experience. Here are some examples of how Firehouse Pet Resort delivers tailored care...
How Playcare Builds Confident Pets
At Firehouse, our trained Pet Resort attendants get to know your pet and your goals. That means safe, structured fun where dogs and cats can play, explore, and gain healthy social skills. Here are some ways playcare can boost confidence and comfort for dogs and cats...
How to Prepare for Stress-Free Boarding
5 Tips For a Stress-Free Holiday Boarding Experience If your holiday plans don’t include your pet, don’t feel guilty—let Firehouse Pet Resort be their home away from home! Our state-of-the-art, stress-free facility and caring team help every dog and cat feel like the...
5 Reasons Why Dog Daycare is The Perfect Back-to-School Solution
When kids go back to school, dogs can be left feeling lonely, confused, and even a little stressed. This school year, help your dog cope with the sudden change in their daily routine by enrolling them in their own social activity. Here are five reasons why doggie...
Pets Can Have Fun (and Stay Safe!) in the Texas Summer Heat
Water play, misters, and air-conditioned playrooms are just the start of our Pet Resort’s daily fun
3 minute readAs pet parents, we know that keeping your furry friends safe in the extreme Texas heat is a top priority. We take extensive measures to protect your dogs and cats during their time at the Pet Resort.Ernie, our regular Mastiff visitor, loves to splash in...
Firehouse’s Heartworm Prevention Guide for Pet Parents
Protect your cats & dogs with these tips
4 minute readWhen a mosquito bites an animal with heartworm disease, they transfer the disease to the next animal they bite.In vet school, Dr Natalie Davis’s roommate adopted an adorable German Shepherd puppy named Winnie. At Winnie’s first puppy visit, the...