The BluePawSky Journal
Dog care, the practical way
Useful guides from our team in Fells Point — boarding, daycare, walks, health basics and city life with dogs in Baltimore.
Daycare
Dog daycare or a dog walker? How to choose
Daycare and dog walking solve different problems. Compare energy, social needs, age, schedule and budget to pick the right fit for your dog.
· 4 min read
Boarding
Dog boarding packing checklist
Exactly what to pack (and what to leave home) for a dog boarding stay — food, meds, comfort items and the information your sitter needs.
· 3 min read
Dog care
Which vaccines does my dog need for boarding and daycare?
The vaccines most boarding and daycare providers ask for — rabies, distemper (DHPP) and Bordetella — why they matter, and how to plan ahead.
· 4 min read
Boarding
In-home dog boarding vs. a kennel: what's the difference?
How in-home boarding compares with a traditional kennel on supervision, stress, routine, group size and updates — and which dogs do best in each.
· 4 min read
Baltimore
Protecting your dog's paws on Baltimore streets, summer and winter
Hot sidewalks, cobblestones and winter salt: simple ways to protect your dog's paws on city walks in Fells Point and around the harbor.
· 3 min read