Bad Dogs Inspire Poetic Genius

Thanks to our friend and Washington DC resident, Anne Russell, for her brilliant Facebook group -- Bad Dog Haikus. According to Anne, this group is "dedicated to Lola and all other good dogs who sometimes, just sometimes, do things worthy of memorializing in haiku..." Lola, the Haiku Muse, is an awesome Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, with one of those kooky, quirky personalities you can't help but love. Here is a sampling of some of our favorites:

Sniffing in your purse

I found a hundred dollars

leafy greens to eat

Did I upset you?

I just wanted a chew toy

and your iPhone rang

While my human's out

I spew garbage through the house.

Redecorating.

"Sit!" "Down!" "Stay!" "Heel!" "NOOOO!" ...

My owner says them again.

La-La! Don’t hear you!!

Is the dog in your life making you pull your hair out sometimes? Well, we have two helpful tips for dealing with these occasionally "bad dogs":

1. Let your creativity go wild, while you vent at Bad Dog Haiku
2. Bring your "bad dog" to our Doggy Day Camp to burn that extra energy, while you are at work or just at home protecting your purse, iPhone and other valuables :)

Early Bird Special for Thanksgiving Holiday!

Why rush around the day before Thanksgiving and make yourself crazy? Whether you're running to catch a plane, busy grocery shopping, or prepping your house for guests, leave that Wednesday free for your plans. Just check your furry family members in at Best Friends by Tuesday, November 24th, and you'll receive 50% OFF the regular boarding rate for that day (11/24).

The 50% discount applies to Tuesday, 11/24 only.
Pets must stay over Thanksgiving (Thursday, 11/26) to receive the discount.
Discount applies to base boarding rate only.

Best Friends Celebrates Halloween!

Click the image below to see the Jack-o-lantern masterpiece that our Houston location created! Happy Halloween!!!

New Dog Park Opens in Bethesda

The brand new dog park at Cabin John Regional Park at 10900 Westlake Drive in Bethesda is now open. The new Cabin John Dog Park, is the first in the Montgomery County parks system with separate areas for large and small dogs. The large dog park area is about 40,000 square feet in size; the small dog area is 10,000 square feet. The total size of the new Cabin John Dog Park is 50,000 square feet, just over one acre. The dog park is completely fenced and currently FREE to use and open during regular park hours, sunrise to sunset. However, the dog park will be closed from 9:00 am through 11:00 am every Tuesday for weekly park maintenance.

A grand opening celebration is planned for Saturday, October 31—“Howl-O-Ween”— 9:00 am - 12:00 noon. Mark your calendars!!.

Meet Lola & Charo

cuchi - cuchi!
These Chihuahuas are too-cute-for words and two of our favorites here at Best Friends. The little lovelies are pictured sharing the cot in their suite, mugging for the camera. Lola and Charo have been visiting each month since July for a short stay and what a treat it is to have them. The smooth-coat gal, giving her nose a cleaning...that's Lola. And Charo? Well, she's the one who looks like she's sporting a mohair sweater...but people, that's the real deal. She has the most awesome natural coat. Looking at these two, you just cannot help but smile.