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Where Do Our Puppies Come From?

Where Do Our Puppies Come From?

Consumer awareness about puppy welfare has increased dramatically in recent years. Unlike decades ago, people today are getting in the habit of researching where a litter of puppies has come from before they bring home their furry friends. If you’re among these conscientious pet owners, then you also want to know that the puppy you’re […]

7 Behaviors to Look For in a New Puppy

7 Behaviors to Look For in a New Puppy

At Petland Florida, we love helping people pick out the best breed for them and introducing them to our puppies. Our highly-trained pet counselors are true dog breed experts that educate our customers about the specific personalities of the breeds we sell.  Each breed has its own characteristics and every individual puppy has its own […]

5 Signs Your Children Are Ready for a Puppy

5 Signs Your Children Are Ready for a Puppy

Your kids have begged, pleaded, and created a PowerPoint presentation to convince you that they’re ready for a puppy. They’ve promised to take care of the new puppy, to train him, walk him, and clean up after him, if only you’ll agree to buy them a puppy! While your children are absolutely sincere in their […]

5 Common Mistakes New Puppy Owners Make

5 Common Mistakes New Puppy Owners Make

Congratulations on your decision to become a pet parent to an adorable puppy! You have many years of happiness to look forward to with your new furry friend. We’re sure that you have every intention to be the best puppy parent possible. The last thing you would ever want to do is unintentionally put your […]

Holiday Fun for Your New Puppy

Holiday Fun for Your New Puppy

The holiday season is a magical time of year, especially for those of you who just got puppies! Puppies are the perfect snuggle buddies to make the holidays extra cozy. You’ll have more time to bond with your puppy than ever thanks to all those days off from work. The experts at Petland Florida have […]

How to Crate Train Your New Puppy to Reduce Crying at Night

How to Crate Train Your New Puppy to Reduce Crying at Night

Puppies experience many significant transitions, back-to-back, during the first few months of their lives. They’re born, wean with their littermates, transfer to pet stores where they meet new puppies, and then transfer again into loving homes. The transition with the greatest change is leaving the other pet store puppies and being in a home. This […]

How to Use Treats as Positive Reinforcement

How to Use Treats as Positive Reinforcement

Training your new puppy can feel like a full-time job. It requires patience and remaining firm and consistent. At times, training a puppy can involve getting up at all hours of the night, or coming home to a destroyed living room. No one said puppy parenthood would be easy, you remind yourself, and yet, you […]

Petland Florida Returns to the WOW Center

Petland Florida Returns to the WOW Center

The entire team at Petland Florida is grateful for being in the business of connecting people with their paw-fect pets and puppies.  This Thanksgiving, we returned to the WOW Center in Miami to give back to the greater Kendall community we love so much. Ordinarily, our staff and volunteers show up with puppies to bring […]

The Best Dog Parks in Florida for Puppies

The Best Dog Parks in Florida for Puppies

When you begin socializing your puppy with other humans and dogs, it’s important that your puppy has positive experiences. Puppies are impressionable, especially when they’re meeting mature dogs. If your puppy has a bad experience interacting with an older dog, it could cause him to be fearful and skittish for years to come.  The fact […]

Which Puppy Breeds Are Best For Families?

Which Puppy Breeds Are Best For Families?

Growing up with a family dog is part of the iconic American childhood experience. In order to create wonderful memories and preserve the nostalgia of a youth well spent, you need to make sure that your family dog is going to contribute to the household love and not cause trauma, drama, or psychological scars that […]

Prepare Your Home for a Puppy

Prepare Your Home for a Puppy

Congratulations! You’re about to bring your very first puppy home! You’re probably bursting with excitement, and you might even be overwhelmed. That’s natural. You want everything to go well when you bring your brand-new furry friend home, and so do we! The more you prepare for your puppy’s arrival, the less stress you’ll experience during […]

How Do I Know If A Dog Is The Right Pet For Me?

How Do I Know If A Dog Is The Right Pet For Me?

Choosing the right pet for you might be easier said than done, especially if you’re selecting a pet that must suit your entire family. You want the relationship you have with your pet to be mutually beneficial. Neglecting a high maintenance pet will leave you feeling guilty, and trying to get your aloof pet to […]

Autumn Activities for Your New Puppy

Autumn Activities for Your New Puppy

Break out the sweaters and pour the hot cocoa, it’s autumn! The leaves are turning colors, and everything under the sun is now pumpkin-spice flavored—and we mean everything! There’s a whole new world out there for your new puppy to explore by your side. Puppyhood doesn’t last long. Make the most of this season by […]

5 Puzzle and Brain Games to Make Your Puppy Smarter

5 Puzzle and Brain Games to Make Your Puppy Smarter

Are you looking for a fun game that’ll mentally stimulate your puppy or make them smarter? If so, look no further than puzzle and brain games! Puzzle and brain training games are activities that are designed to exercise your puppy’s brain so that they can solve problems faster. Like physical games, brain games help alleviate […]

Cavapoo: A Puppy You’ll Forever Love

Cavapoo: A Puppy You’ll Forever Love

The Cavapoo is an adorable, fluffy dog that’s a mix of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Poodle breeds. Apart from their cute appearance, Cavapoo puppies inherit the best traits from each of their parents, especially when it comes to their temperament. For example, Cavapoos have outgoing, playful, and friendly personalities, making them the perfect […]

Petland Florida Gives WOW Center a Visit

Petland Florida Gives WOW Center a Visit

On August 19, 2022, our staff and puppies met with our wonderful friends at the WOW Center for another round of puppy therapy. Our puppies enjoyed spending time with their friends—old and new—while at the center. As with every puppy therapy session, we allowed our puppies to play, kiss, and cuddle with everyone at the […]

5 Ways to Keep Your Puppy’s Paws Clean

5 Ways to Keep Your Puppy’s Paws Clean

Your puppy’s paws are super cute and delicate. So you should always take precautions when you take them out for a walk. Here are some ways you can keep your puppy’s paws clean and free of harm. Wipes Clean your puppy’s paws with baby wipes or moist wipes that are safe for them. Wipes […]

Puppy Teeth Stages: What You Need to Know

Puppy Teeth Stages: What You Need to Know

Congratulations on your new puppy! In the next few weeks, you and your furry friend will build a beautiful friendship that will last a lifetime. You’ll also witness your puppy’s growth from a mischievous little rascal to a mature, well-mannered dog. Like children, puppies go through several stages of development before they grow up. One […]

Petland Largo Donates A Puppy to Patriot Service Dogs

Petland Largo Donates A Puppy to Patriot Service Dogs

We’re honored to announce that we’ve recently donated one of our adorable puppies to a veteran in need.  At Petland Largo, we recently donated our cute puppy to a special non-profit organization called Patriot Service Dogs. This organization trains and provides service dogs to veterans in need regardless of their combat-wounded status and era served.  […]

How to Help Your Puppy Adjust to Their New Home

How to Help Your Puppy Adjust to Their New Home

Congratulations! Your new puppy is finally home and ready to live a wonderful life with you. In the next few weeks, months, and years, you’ll learn everything about your little furball.  However, like any other pet you bring home, your puppy is just starting to get to know you and your rules. This period of […]

A Guide to Puppy Baths 101

A Guide to Puppy Baths 101

Bathing is an important part of your puppy’s general care and well-being. By bathing your puppy on a regular basis, you help keep their skin and coat clean at all times. Bathtime also helps improve your puppy’s coat, making it shinier and softer. Puppy baths are an activity that most puppy parents worry about. In […]

Petland Florida Visits WOW Center for Puppy Therapy

Petland Florida Visits WOW Center for Puppy Therapy

On July 15, 2022, we joined our friends at the WOW Center for a fun, playful session of puppy therapy! Our beautiful, snuggly puppies loved seeing their friends at the center, and making new ones along the way! Our furry friends played, kissed, and cuddled every participant at the therapy session. We can tell from […]

Petland Visits David Posnack Jewish Community Center

Petland Visits David Posnack Jewish Community Center

On July 15, 2022, our fluffy puppies went to the David Posnack Jewish Community Center (JCC) for an exciting playtime session. Puppy playtime is one of the best ways to de-stress. Whether it’s the way they make us smile or give us kisses no matter what, puppies have a special magic touch—and our puppies do […]

What to Expect During Your Puppy’s First Vet Visit

What to Expect During Your Puppy’s First Vet Visit

Taking your puppy to the vet for the first time can be stressful. From the unfamiliar people to the strange medical tools, a vet’s office is an intimidating space for you and your puppy.  However, your puppy’s first vet visit just seems scarier than it really is! Your veterinarian will help you maintain your fur-baby’s […]

Puppy Products For New Puppy Parents

Puppy Products For New Puppy Parents

Finding the perfect products for a puppy is tricky for first-time dog owners. From dog beds to collars, there are so many things puppies need to be happy!  Most new puppy parents are overwhelmed with the countless arrays of items available at pet stores. You may find yourself asking the same questions like “what kind […]

7 Must-Have Puppy Supplies

7 Must-Have Puppy Supplies

Getting a new puppy? Congratulations! You have a fur-ever friend you’ll be able to count on for the rest of your life. To ensure your puppy has a happy life, it’s important to be ready with the best puppy items you can find.  The thing is: finding the right puppy products is easier said than […]

5 Signs You’re Ready for A New Puppy

5 Signs You’re Ready for A New Puppy

Do you find yourself looking at pictures of your dream puppy? Do you enjoy going to your pet store to play with puppies all the time? If so, it sounds like you want a new puppy! Puppies are the greatest friends you’ll ever have. Along with being cute and cuddly, our four-legged friends always express […]

Top 6 Common Questions New Puppy Parents Ask

Top 6 Common Questions New Puppy Parents Ask

Congratulations on bringing a new puppy into your life! We cannot emphasize the changes your home and life will go through in the next couple of weeks.  Despite their small, spunky size, your new puppy will come with happy messes, accidents, and cuddle sessions! It’s pretty overwhelming the first few weeks with your new fur-baby […]

Pet Safety Tips for Memorial Day

Pet Safety Tips for Memorial Day

Memorial Day is your chance to spend time with your family and friends–and yes, even your puppy is invited! But like most holidays, there are certain customs we have that aren’t exactly safe for our puppies to participate in. From loud fireworks to crumbs of human food, there are hazards everywhere for young puppies. As […]

Petland Puppies Give WOW Center a Visit

Petland Puppies Give WOW Center a Visit

On May 20, 2022, we took our beautiful puppies to the WOW Center for a fun-filled time of puppy therapy! We were more than happy to see our friendly community at the WOW Center. Our puppies met their previous friends while making new ones at the same time! The WOW Center community has always welcomed […]

10 Helpful Tips for First Time Puppy Parents

10 Helpful Tips for First Time Puppy Parents

A new puppy means a lifetime of kisses, playtime, and an unbreakable friendship! You’ll love being around your adorable best friend, whether it’s taking them out for long walks or playing hide-and-seek. Along with these unforgettable moments, however, you’ll also come face to face with challenges. In a lot of ways, puppies are like babies. […]

Petland Florida Visits Sodalis of Largo

Petland Florida Visits Sodalis of Largo

Our Petland Florida staff and puppies recently visited the wonderful community at Sodalis Senior Living Center in Largo, Florida.  We had a fantastic time meeting our friends at the center and letting our puppies play with them for a few hours. Our puppies enjoyed seeing their new friends. They played, cuddled, kissed, and snuggled with […]

The First Week: A Guide for First Time Puppy Parents

The First Week: A Guide for First Time Puppy Parents

Congratulations on your new puppy! Your little furball is going to be your new four-legged best friend for many years to come. The first week you bring your new puppy home is a tough one. You and your fur-baby are just getting to know each other, and they may not warm up to you all […]

Petland Hosts In-Store National Pet Day Carnival

Petland Hosts In-Store National Pet Day Carnival

We had so much fun at our National Pet Day Carnival on Sunday, April 10, 2022, at Petland Pembroke Pines. Filled with music and cute puppies, we know everyone who came also had a huge blast celebrating such a special event.  We also provided all visitors with games and props for a fun photobooth with […]

Petland Goes to Sodalis of Largo

Petland Goes to Sodalis of Largo

Our staff at Petland Florida brought our cute and cuddly puppies to the lovely Sodalis Senior Living community in Largo, Florida.  We had such a great time introducing the participants and community members to our fluffy puppies. Our puppies were thrilled to be surrounded by a new group of friends! They played, kissed, and cuddled […]

What You Need to Know Before Buying A Puppy

What You Need to Know Before Buying A Puppy

Bringing home a puppy is one of the most precious—and challenging—moments of your life. In the next couple of months, your life will change for the better as it has for so many dog owners around the world. According to PR Newswire, around 71% of dog owners have said their new puppy has made them […]

A Guide to Doodle Dog Breeds and Poodle Mixes

A Guide to Doodle Dog Breeds and Poodle Mixes

It’s undeniable that the Poodle is one of the most popular dog breeds in the United States. It currently sits at #5 on the top dog breed list in America, a title it has recently reclaimed. Named the national dog of France, Poodles have tugged on the heartstrings of many dog owners, earning their place […]

Petland Visits WOW Center Miami

Petland Visits WOW Center Miami

On March 18, 2022, we took our cute puppies on a little trip to visit our wonderful friends at the WOW Center. Located in Miami, FL, the WOW Center community welcomed us with open arms. Our puppies were delighted to cuddle and play with their friends, new and old, at the center.  We are thrilled […]

Petland Joins Doral City Place for Doggy Yoga

Petland Joins Doral City Place for Doggy Yoga

It was a great pleasure to have joined our friends for a yoga class at Doral City Place on Saturday, March 12.  Before the class started, we introduced our beautiful puppies to the participants. Our puppies had fun cuddling and playing with their new friends.  They also loved roaming around during the class. And we […]

Morkie Poo vs. Morkie: What’s the Difference?

Morkie Poo vs. Morkie: What’s the Difference?

Morkie, Morkie Poo, Morkipoo…it’s so easy to get these dog breeds mixed up! Both dogs are wonderful, lovable, fluffy pooches who love playing with their family members. Along with their friendly, warm personalities, these breeds have gained popularity due to their small size and hypoallergenic coat. So what’s the difference? In this blog, we go […]

Petland Florida Participates in Largo Beach Cleanup

Petland Florida Participates in Largo Beach Cleanup

As part of our mission to better our communities, our Petland staff and volunteers recently participated in a beach cleanup at the Honeymoon Island State Park Pet Beach.  Our goal was to help make the beautiful Largo Beach community a cleaner, safer place for any visitors. Our cleanup started early in the afternoon on Thursday, […]

Petland Florida Joins in the Miami Power Team Toy Drive

Petland Florida Joins in the Miami Power Team Toy Drive

On December 19, 2021, our staff and volunteers from our Petland stores helped our community make this Christmas feel wonderful and special with the Miami Power Team’s toy drive.  Our staff and volunteers donated a variety of toys at the drive. We made these donations with every young child within our community in mind. For […]