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Explore expert dog care tips, training advice, pet safety resources, dog enrichment ideas, and heartwarming stories. Whether you're raising a new puppy or caring for a lifelong companion, our blog is packed with practical advice to help your dog live a happier, healthier life.


Summer Foods Your Can Safely Share with your Dog
We know you wish your dog could be your dinner date every night, but in reality, dog food is called dog food for a reason... because it's nutritionally what your dog should be eating. However, that doesn't mean you can't share some of your favorite snacks with your pup! We especially love our watermelon taste tests, watermelon is totally ok for your dog to snack on with you - we'll let you decide if you want to sit at the table together or not. Healthline.com is a great sour


How to Keep Your Dogs Calm During Fireworks
We are all excited for an extra long 4th of July weekend, but your dogs might be preparing for a startling few days and nights as your friends and neighbors shoot off fireworks to celebrate America's 250th birthday. This can be one of the most stressful times to be a pet parent, we totally understand. We want to help which is why we are letting you know how the American Kennel Club suggests you can keep your dogs calm during firework events. The AKC really breaks it down for


Keep Your Pup Safe this Summer
Summer is officially here which means it's time to start thinking about keeping your pups cool when the temps are hot.


Camp Ruff It Campers are Ready for Summer
We are just a few days away from the actual first day of summer, but here at Camp Ruff It, we are already SO ready for the season!


Your Dog Can Be Our 'Dog of the Day'
Your dog is obviously the best dog around so why wouldn't you want to make your pup the Camp Ruff It Dog of the Day?! We have so much fun with the dogs that come into camp each day, each of your pups has his or her own special personality, perfect look and silly quirks that make us fall in love with them as soon as we meet them, which is why we decided to create the 'Dog of the Day' on social media this summer. We're sure you've seen the cute pups across your Facebook and Ins


Camp Ruff It's 3rd Annual Prom Was a Star-studded Success
On Friday, May 29th, we turned the disco ball on at Camp Ruff It to welcome our campers to our 3rd annual Camp Ruff It prom. It was everything we dreamed and more. We knew it would be a blast (it always is!) but we didn't know how many of our campers would want to be a part of this year's festivities! We broke records welcoming these dazzling ladies and stud muffin pups to the Camp Ruff It red carpet, presented them with perfect pup prom snacks and drinks and had an inc


Inside Camp Ruff It’s New Carol Stream Location Preview Party
On Saturday, May 2nd we welcomed more than 350 people into the future home of Camp Ruff It for our New Location Preview Party, and honestly… we’re still trying to process it all.


Eco-Friendly Dog Treats in Chicago: Archway’s Lake Michigan Impact at Our Preview Party
If you’ve lived anywhere near Lake Michigan, you’ve probably heard about invasive species and how much damage they can cause to the ecosystem.


Dog Portrait Photography in Chicago: Why Fetch Portraits Is Worth It
Dog Portrait Photography in Chicago: Why Fetch Portraits Is Worth It


Something Special in Wheaton We Had to Bring to Camp Ruff It
There are some businesses you partner with because they’re a good fit. And then there are the ones that feel personal. Neer Beer is that for us. Jason, the owner, is a close family friend and someone we genuinely respect. When he opened Neer Beer in downtown Wheaton this past fall, we were so excited to see it come to life. And after spending time there, it’s easy to understand why it’s already becoming such a special place in the community. Neer Beer is a non-alcoholic bottl


We Went Inside Kriser’s… and This Is What Stood Out
But after spending time with their team and getting a more in-depth look, it became clear that there’s a lot more intention behind what they do.


One Brand. A Huge Presence at Our Preview Party
Their approach goes beyond ingredients and focuses on how nutrition supports digestion, health, and long-term wellbeing in a meaningful way.

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