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Doggie Daycare for Highly Intelligent Breeds

Enrichment Daycare Profiles: Highly Intelligent Breeds At Red Fern Pet Lodge, we know that one-size-fits-all dog care doesn’t always meet every dog’s needs—especially when it comes to dogs with exceptional intelligence. That’s why we created our Enrichment Daycare Program: a customized dog daycare experience that engages the mind as much as the body. Today, we’re…

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How to Choose a Professional Dog Groomer

6 Things Every Pet Parent Should Know Dog Grooming isn’t just about making your dog look good — it’s about their health, comfort, and well-being. A great grooming experience can leave your pup feeling clean, confident, and happy. A bad one? It can cause stress, injury, or long-term anxiety. So how do you know if…

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What to Look for in a Premium Dog Boarding Facility

Insights from a Pet Care Industry Veteran When it’s time to travel and your dog can’t come along, the decision of where they stay shouldn’t be taken lightly. As someone with direct experience in the dog daycare and kennel industry, I’ve seen the best and the worst of what the pet boarding world has to…

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Saharan Dust Storms in Ocala: What Pet Parents Should Know

As the owner of Red Fern Pet Lodge in Ocala, Florida, I want to bring attention to a seasonal phenomenon that can affect our canine companions: the Saharan dust storms. Over the years, we have noticed an increase in respiratory issues generally starting late spring and continuing through most of the summer. As a kennel…

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