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Welcome to Barking with the Bradley's Blog

At Barking with the Bradley's, we share a dedicated dog care blog filled with expert advice to enrich your dog's life, fun activities in our service areas, and safety tips. Visit our blog to explore posts that keep you informed and your furry friends happy.

Shedding Season is Coming... Are You Ready?

Shedding Season is Coming... Are You Ready?

Shedding Season is Coming... Are You Ready?

Information about dog shedding season, how to best prepare for it, and some helpful tools to use

Feb 113 min read

'Tis the Season for Light Displays! Our Favorite Light Shows in the DMV

'Tis the Season for Light Displays! Our Favorite Light Shows in the DMV

'Tis the Season for Light Displays! Our Favorite Light Shows in the DMV

Dog- and family-friendly holiday light shows around the DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia

Dec 15, 20252 min read

Best Sniffspots in NOVA, and Why You Should Use Them

Best Sniffspots in NOVA, and Why You Should Use Them

Best Sniffspots in NOVA, and Why You Should Use Them

Highlighting the top-rated Sniffspots in Northern Virginia and why letting your dogs sniff can be beneficial.

Nov 17, 20252 min read

So Your Dog Ate A Mushroom...

So Your Dog Ate A Mushroom...

So Your Dog Ate A Mushroom...

Helpful safety tips regarding dogs and mushroom ingestion.

Oct 17, 20252 min read

The Dog Days of Summer: Let's Hit the Pool!

The Dog Days of Summer: Let's Hit the Pool!

The Dog Days of Summer: Let's Hit the Pool!

Dog-friendly pool events in Northern Virginia

Aug 15, 20251 min read

Pet Identification Tools

Pet Identification Tools

Pet Identification Tools

Tools to help you avoid losing your pup

Jun 16, 20253 min read

Mindfulness During Walkies

Mindfulness During Walkies

Mindfulness During Walkies

The benefits of incorporating mindfulness in your dog walks and tips on how to try it

May 16, 20252 min read

Flower-spotting in the DMV

Flower-spotting in the DMV

Flower-spotting in the DMV

Spring has sprung, here are some of the best places to experience the beauty of the season

Apr 18, 20252 min read

Body Language Spotlight: 5 Signs of Stress You Should Know

Body Language Spotlight: 5 Signs of Stress You Should Know

Body Language Spotlight: 5 Signs of Stress You Should Know

Some of the main signs of stress that you may see from your dog.

Mar 15, 20252 min read

Get Enriched Quick Scheme

Get Enriched Quick Scheme

Get Enriched Quick Scheme

The importance of mental stimulation for your dogs and common tools to achieve it.

Feb 17, 20252 min read

Play like a MVP in the VIP

Play like a MVP in the VIP

Play like a MVP in the VIP

The benefits of using a private play space for your dog

Olivia Stratman

Jan 31, 20252 min read

Canine-giene

Canine-giene

Canine-giene

Canine hygiene tips based on the season

Oct 25, 20242 min read

Watch, Counter Condition, & Repeat

Watch, Counter Condition, & Repeat

Watch, Counter Condition, & Repeat

Brief summary of what counter conditioning and desensitization are and steps to accomplish them to help reduce your dog's unwanted behavior.

Sep 20, 20242 min read

Back to School Jitters

Back to School Jitters

Back to School Jitters

Back to school can mean less human interaction and more stress for your dog. Here are some tips to help cope.

Aug 16, 20242 min read

Saying Hello to Summer

Saying Hello to Summer

Saying Hello to Summer

Tips about introducing your dog to others

Jun 14, 20242 min read

We Run This

We Run This

We Run This

The benefits of dog running and an opportunity for your dog to try it out

May 14, 20242 min read

Getting out with your Bestie

Getting out with your Bestie

Getting out with your Bestie

Dog-friendly places in Northern Virginia that you should add to your to-see list

Apr 17, 20242 min read

Your dog's perfect match

Your dog's perfect match

Your dog's perfect match

What to look for when you're interested in booking a dog walker

Feb 13, 20242 min read

Let's be intentional this year

Let's be intentional this year

Let's be intentional this year

Ideas for setting new year's goals for your dog

Jan 19, 20242 min read

Barking for the Holidays

Barking for the Holidays

Barking for the Holidays

A few gift ideas for your favorite dog lover

Dec 16, 20232 min read

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