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Dog Training Education
Photo by Taylor Kopel on UnsplashDoes your dog need training?February is Dog Training Education Month and whether you use a professional dog trainer or choose to work with your own dog, it is important to start training as soon as possible.We all need structure, and our dogs are certainly no...
Preventing Kidney Disease in Cats
Photo: Missy M.Did you know that kidney disease is a common problem in cats affecting about 1/3 of the older cat population? Although there is no way to fully eliminate the possibility of your cat contracting kidney disease, there are some things you can do to make it less likely.TipsMaintain...
Valentine's Day: Popular Pet Holiday
Would you be surprised to know that furry, feathered, and finned family members are not only included in Valentine's Day celebrations, but they can also expect several gifts to mark the day of love?Americans are poised to spend $23.9 billion on gifts for partners, friends, pets, and more. Over $2.14...
Pet Dental Care: A Necessity
Photo: Cat Teeth Penn VetDental Care for your pets may seem like a cosmetic issue, but when your pet has red gums, yellow teeth, and stinky breath, it could be a sign of dental disease, that could, if left untreated, lead to devastating effects on your pet’s quality of life....
New Year's Resolutions for You and Your Pet
Photo: Erin K.As New Year’s Eve approaches, so do the thoughts of resolutions. You should lose weight, start exercising, or spend more time with family and friends. This new beginning is a chance to commit yourself to an advantageous lifestyle change for the upcoming year. Most pets could benefit from...
Ice Melter-Think Safe Paw
Braxton's Animal WorksDid you know that not all ice melters are created alike? With winter weather upon us, it's time to think about snow and ice removal.Most of us will think nothing of sprinkling a little rock salt on our sidewalks and driveways, but did you know that rock salt...
Round-Up for Rescues
Beginning November 26, 2021, and running through December 24, 2021, Braxton's is asking customers to Round-Up at the register to donate to local rescues and service organizations. Last year, due to your generosity, Braxton's was able to donate $3700 to area rescues and service organizations. This year has been particularly...
Braxton's Memorial Regatta
Bill Braxton’s family, close friends, coaches, and The Philadelphia Girls’ Rowing Club are proud to present the 48th annual rowing of the Bill Braxton Memorial Regatta. After a long history on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia, the Regatta is now held at Mercer County Park, Hamilton Township, NJ. We are...
Prepare Now for the End of Daylight Savings Time
Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 7, 2021, at 2:00 am. Start now to adjust your pet's schedule to prepare them for the change of time.While we are excited about the extra hour of sleep that the end of daylight savings time signals, don’t be surprised if your dog...
Trick-or-Treating Pet Tips
Aleta T.Halloween is fun for the whole family, but is it fun for your dog? Many of us enjoy Halloween, but depending on your dog’s personality, he may like staying home better. Sometimes it is kinder to leave him behind. If your dog is social, and you think he will...
Meet our Delivery Guy, Devon Obercian
If you have recently received a delivery from Braxton's, you likely know Devon. Devon Obercian has worked at Braxton's off and on since he was 15 years old.Most recently, as a student at Temple, Devon completed an internship with Chad Barone here at Braxton's. While here, he decided to take...
Welcome Tiffany
Please join us in welcoming Tiffany Braxton as our new Store Manager. Tiffany comes to us from South Carolina. The wife of Rich Braxton, Tiffany spent the last six years serving as a maintenance operations manager in US Air Force. After finishing an Associate’s Degree in Human Resource Management, she...