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Braxton's to Sponsor Top Dog Contest
ALWAYS on the Third Sunday of September, the Radnor Fall Festival is the largest event put on by the Wayne Business Association.Encompassing the streets of North Wayne Avenue and West Avenue Between Lancaster Avenue and the Wayne train station, local merchants, service providers, and restaurants are all on hand to...
The Eclipse and Pets
Today, millions of people around the country will have the chance to experience what has been called "The Great Eclipse." This rare occurrence in which the sun is totally blocked by the moon, will cross through 14 states, and people from all over are planning to safely experience the event with...
Keeping it Local - Jane Brydon - Dog Training Coach
Jane Brydon is a local, certified professional dog trainer who believes that, "Dog training is not about punishment… It’s about reward!"For over 25 years, her “family” has included dogs of all shapes, breeds, sizes – and behavioral problems. Wanting to make her home a welcoming place for friends, as well...
Ridding Your House of Dog Smells
[caption id="attachment_50159" align="alignleft" width="150"] Photo: Febreze[/caption]"Mommy, her house smells bad." A six year old blurted this out after visiting a friend's house.Have you ever been embarrassed by the animal smell in your house? If so, you are not alone. According to a recent survey, 24% of Americans feel that pet...
Tips for a Clean Dog Bed
[caption id="attachment_50153" align="alignleft" width="150"] Photo: Cheryl G.[/caption]If washing your dog's bed is not one of your regular chores, you may want to reconsider. Did you know that a dog's bed is covered in whatever your dog is covered in - meaning hair, food particles, and anything that he may have...
10 Pet Safety Travel Tips
Are you planning a road trip this summer? Be sure to plan ahead so that everyone is safe and comfortable. Traveling with a pet involves more than just loading the animal in the back seat and motoring off-especially if you will be driving long distances or plan to be away...
National Pet Fire Safety Day
Do you have a fire safety plan for your family? If so, does this plan include your pets? Believe it or not, over 500,000 pets are affected by home fires each year.For this reason, the American Kennel Club and ADT Security Services have designated July 15th as National Pet Fire...
Treatment for Paw Pad Burns
Today is the first day of summer and with summer comes hot temperatures. Did you know that in addition to making sure that your dogs and cats are staying hydrated and cool, it’s essential to look out for paw pad burns on your dog or cat whenever your pet is...
Expanded Recall - Rawhide Dog Chews
United Pet Group Expands Recall of Rawhide ChewsAlthough Braxton's does not carry these particular products, we want to make all of our pet families aware of the situation.A Voluntary Recall of Rawhide Dog ChewsOut of an abundance of caution, June 19, 2017, the United Pet Group, a division of Spectrum Brands,...
Loving Pets Recalls Dog Treats
Loving Pets Recalls Dog TreatsAlthough Braxton's does not carry these particular products, we want to make our pet parents aware of the situation.What’s Recalled?The recalled products and lot numbers include:Loving Pets BarkstersItem #5700 Sweet Potato and ChickenUPC 842982057005Lot # 021619Loving Pets BarkstersItem #5705 Brown Rice and ChickenUPC 842982057050Lot 021419Loving Pets...
6 Tips to Avoid Heat Related Pet Problems
[caption id="attachment_50091" align="alignleft" width="200"] Photo: Erin F.[/caption]As warmer, humid summertime temperatures approach, it’s important to remember that dogs are vulnerable to injuries and illnesses related to hot weather including heat stroke, sunburn, and foot pad burns. It is a good idea to reacquaint yourself with proper precautions that can be...
June: National Dairy Month
June is National Dairy Month, a time when we can celebrate with our families and enjoy ice cream, milk, or any of the many other delicious products that dairy farmers have to offer. But it is also a good time to reflect on just how important a role the dairy...