'Tis the season of fun and frolic, backyard barbecues, walks through the woods and time lingering in the park. ‘Tis also the season of...

If you are at all like me, you have already upgraded the storage on your iPhone twice because you have taken so many pictures of your...

Hardly the debut of rescue in Brooklyn, but the debut of the film RESCUE! BROOKLYN. This documentary explores the work of our friend and...

Anyone familiar with the ASPCA knows their tag, “We are their voice.” On Monday, May 6th you can really be their voice. You can become...

At Brooklyn Bark we've gotten a lot of buzz recently for our "alternative boarding." In March, New York Magazine named us Best in New...

This email landed in our inbox. Our hearts go out to Duffy. If he hasn't found a great home already, we hope one of our Barkers will be...

Looks like the last snowstorm of winter is raging out there in Brooklyn. Some dogs love the snow; others are checking Expedial.com to...

When a little brother or sister is on the way, parents lay in a supply of story books about their arrival to share with the older sibs....

The Westminster Dog Show, the premier event of the American Kennel Club is over. What an irony that our beloved New York City gave birth...

With the wind whipping and the snow swirling, we hope this little one is safe inside somewhere. Here's here story from Jenellyn: She was...

Ideally, late spring means blissful sunny mornings at the park for New York dogs and their owners, but that idyll can be instantly...

4th of July, it's a big holiday for us! Barbecues, picnics, beach time all topped by fireworks, glorious fireworks.But for our 4-legged friends, not so much. How do we explain to our pup, yes, the one who is cowering under the bed shaking so hard you can hear the floor creak, that the noise and the burst of light are, ummmm, fun?Pups and kitties just don't get it. And we have no way to explain. FACT: The number one day for runaway dogs is, you guessed it, 4th of July. Th

At Brooklyn Bark we care for quite a few cats with kidney disease. We wondered if this was because we are one of the few companies with staff trained to administer subcutaneous fluids or if this was true in the general cat population. We checked in with Dr. Chris Gaylord of North Slope Veterinary to find out more. Brooklyn Bark: We see a lot of kidney disease in older cats. Is it very prevalent or do we just see a lot because we are one of the only cat sitters who all are

Pups of Ft. Greene wait for it all year. As a matter of fact, pups from all over Brooklyn anticipate and participate. The 14th annual PUPkin is coming to Ft. Greene Park on Saturday, October 27th. It is a time for doggies, and often their owners too, to let their imaginations run wild and dress up as anything they desire, from a bumble bee to a Caribbean tourist to a tree. Giggles, fun and prizes mark the day. Under the love and guidance of Kath Hansen of Park Users and

Just as in much of processed human foods, synthetic preservatives are commonly present in most commercial dog foods. A number have been shown to be toxic in the laboratory. Regular exercise and a healthy diet are critical to your dogs health and happiness. So is a commitment to provide safe and nutritious food. For starters, only purchase foods that carry the AAFCO logo. Membership in the American Association of Feed Control Officials is voluntary. AAFCO guarantees WYS

Over the past few days, Brooklyn has had a little taste of summer. And while most of us are likely beyond eager to bury the memory of this past winter like a bone in the backyard, summer—for our four-legged amigos—is not without its potential hazards. Curse this (beautiful, lustrous, hypoallergenic) coat of hair on such days! Indeed, the rising temps can spell peril for some pups. These can include very young, very old, compromised dogs, little pups close to the ground, N

With the "controversy" over human vaccines being finally put to rest - everywhere but California, it seems - Brooklyn Bark caught up with Dr. Chris Gaylord of North Slope Veterinary to discuss canine vaccines, from new puppy shots to annual boosters. We reviewed what is important for a dog living in urban Northeast. Brooklyn Bark: Which vaccines does my dog need? Dr. Chris: That really depends on what kind of life your dog lives. Veterinarians often break vaccines up in

If you're like many pet lovers, you wouldn't dream of leaving your best friend behind when you go on vacation. Sharing any joy always makes it better. And sharing a joy with your best friend makes it better yet. In order to help you keep your pet comfortable and safe while traveling,we've collected some tips that will help your pup enjoy the trip, too. Before leaving You may want to consider a visit with your pet's vet to make sure your buddy is healthy and vaccines are

The toy options for your pets are almost endless, thus choosing the right one can be daunting and overwhelming. With that being said, some pet owners end up with loads of toys that are left in the corners because they do not even interest their fluffy pals. So, how do you choose the best toys for your pets? Well, an animal’s toy preference greatly depends on their lifestyle. At first, pet owners might want to purchase different types so as to find out how their pet likes

There was a day when “Give me a home where the buffalo roam” did not refer to your neighbor’s housekeeping but rather to the way you both went out to hunt dinner. And a healthy way to eat it was, not that I dream I ever would have done it. Buffalo ate the grass of the plains and provided a highly nutritious, low calorie meal for anyone who could, well, have one for dinner. American buffalo, wonderful protein that they are, are virtually extinct. But your lucky pup can snack o