The 10 Canine Commandments

1. My life is likely to last ten to fifteen years. Any separation from you will be painful for me. Remember that when you buy me.

2. Give me time to understand what you want of me. I love to learn new things, but please be a patient teacher.

3. Place your trust in me - it's crucial for my well-being.

4. Don't be angry at me for long, and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your entertainment and your friends. I have only you.

5. Talk to me sometimes. Even if I don't understand your words, I understand your voice when it's speaking to me.

6. Be aware of however you treat me, I'll never forget it.

7. Remember if you ever think about hitting me that I have teeth that could easily crush the bones in your hands, but that I choose not to bite you.

8. Before you scold me for being uncooperative, obstinate or lazy, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, or I've been out in the sun or in the cold too long, or my heart is getting old and weak.

9. Take care of me when I get old. You too, will grow old.

10. Go with me on difficult journeys. Never say: 'I can't bear to watch it', 'let it happen in my absence' or 'I am tired of you'. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Remember, I love you.

10 Things You May Not Know About Camp Bow Wow - Bedford Heights

So you know Camp Bow Wow - bedford Heights is a doggie day care and overnight boarding camp for dogs...but did you know we do SO much more?! Here are 10 things you may not know about us!



1. We foster local rescue dogs!    

           * At CBW-Bedford Heights we foster a handful of  dogs for two local rescues; Close to Home Rescue and Dogs Unlimited Rescue.

2. We Attend and Host Events!

          * We attend and host numerous business fairs, preschool tours of our facility, birthday parties, dog runs, classes, business/dog promotions, adoption events, etc. throughout the year! We post all of our information for events on our Facebook page and blog! If you're interested in doing an event with us please e-mail our Marketing Scout Alicia at aliciacthomas@gmail.com

3. We Have Holiday Parties!

          * Most holidays are celebrated in style at Camp with treats for both parents and campers, fun crafts, discounts, etc. On each of the holidays (Valentines, St. Patricks, Halloween, etc.) we do something fun and different for the pups! This past Halloween we had puptini's, made dog prints to remember, dressed up our campers and took professional photos for their parents! Keep an eye on our Facebook for our next holiday bash!

4. We have a "refurral" program!

          * If you already attend Camp Bow Wow- "Refurr" your friends and you'll get a FREE day of camp!



5. We Give Discounts for More Pups!

          * The more dogs you have and/or the more times your dog(s) attend camp = more discounts! Check our website or ask at camp for the rates!


6. We Have a Monthly Newsletter -

          * We send out a monthly newsletter with all sorts of goodies from the "breed of the month" to dog recipes - we have it all! If you are not already on our mailing list, please e-mail us to request our newsletter at bedfordheights@campbowwow.com


7. Camp Bow Wow - Bedford Heights is on Facebook, Twitter, Blogger, has a website and more!

          * Not only are we dog lovers but we are social media lovers too! Stay connected by checking out our Facebook page, Twitter page, Blog, Website, Flickr, youtube and more!


8. Here Comes the Puperazzi!!

          * We have camera's that watch your pups' every move and you can check them out! Go to our website http://www.campbowwow.com/bedfordheights and click on the camper cams to watch your pups play in our play yards and see all of their friends!



9. Although Camp Bow Wow is a franchise, our location is LOCALLY owned!

          * Although Camp Bow Wow is a franchise, Camp Bow Wow- Bedford Heights is owned locally by a wonderful family who dreamed of providing a positive environment for dog lovers to bring their dogs to play and stay! You can see the owners of Camp Bow Wow- Bedford Heights playing in the play yards with the pups or greeting camper parents when they drop dogs off to play!



10. Our Camp Counselors Are The Best Of The Best!

          * Our Camp Counselors are not only extreme dog lovers but are trained in dog behavior, pet first aid, dog CPR, and are certified through our Standards of Excellence Program! There is always a camp counselor in every play yard to keep your pups engaged in playing and watch all the wonderful campers!



**Adoption Event at Pet People**....Feb. 19th from 12-3

Are you thinking about adding another pup to your family? Then visit Pet People on Chagrin Blvd (Village Square next to WholeFoods) This Saturday, Feb. 19th  from 12-3!! We will be there with Dogs Unlimited Rescue and all their wonderful rescue pups up for adoption!



Pet People
27299 Chagrin Blvd.

Woodmere, Ohio 44122

216.514.3727

Valentine's Day 2011: Canines and Cupids!

Valentine's day was a blast at Camp Bow Wow - Bedford Heights! We gave out special Valentine's Day goodie bags to all our campers and made Valentine's cards with their pictures on them! (If you couldn't tell already, we <3 our campers!!)

Watch Puppy Bowl VII for Your Chance to Win!!!!

FREE YEAR of Services & Our Ad on Puppy Bowl VII!

We are excited to announce Camp Bow Wow’s first national advertisement which will air during Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl VII!

Watch the Puppy Bowl on Sunday, February 6th starting at 3pm e/p, and catch encores until 11pm! Our ad will run somewhere within each of the two-hour periods.

And, we’re giving away a FREE year of services! Watch the commercial for more details on how to enter!



January is "National Train Your Dog Month"

With all of the new adoptions over the holidays, January is "National Train Your Dog Month." But no matter if you didn't adopt a new pup, all dogs could use a little extra training in their lives from learning a new trick to something that will make their owners' life easier like not jumping on you every time you walk through the door. Keep in mind that training takes consistency, positive praise, patience (from the owner and pup) and a treat or two to work. We've listed 5 ways to make training your dog easier below:

1. Make flashcards: Remember high school? Everything was easier with Flashcards...by putting the trick you want your dog to learn and how you will teach him/her the trick on a flashcard it will make it easier to keep your mind on track with what you hope to achieve, how often you will work on it and how you are teaching your dog the trick. This is great especially in a house with many people. It can get confusing for the dog if you, your husband, and your 3 kids are all using different words and hand motions to try to teach your dog how to "lay down." Your dog will appreciate everyone being on the same track, trust me.

2. Pick a Simple Trick to Start: With a world of  fast food, high speed Internet and everyone running around like a chicken with their head cut off, it's easy to forget that you need to slow down and training takes time. Don't expect your dog to learn 20 new tricks and show up Lassie in one week. Start small and simple then work your way up so you don't get frustrated and overload your dog with expectations that are meant for a gigapet dog- not a real one.

3. Google: Although Google can do a lot of things, it cannot teach your dog new tricks. However, google is a great tool to look up different training methods. Check out a couple websites and see what will fit your dog and your lifestyle the best then have at it!

4. Turn on the Tube: The Youtube that is. Youtube has some great 5 minute clips on how to teach your dog some easy tricks. This will be great for the busy bee to pencil in 20 minutes to learn how to do the trick and work on it with your dog...all before your morning workout.

5. Use Your Old Tricks: Does your dog know how to "bring back the ball?" Great, use that as a base for the command "put your toys away." Start with your dog bringing back the ball, but this time have your dog's toy box under your feet. Instead of the dog giving you the ball remove your hand so the ball drops in the toy box...get the point? By using a command like "bring back the ball" that your dog already knows, you can use that as a base for "put your toys away".....train away!