Community + Resources
“It takes a village to raise a child”… and we believe it takes a community to raise good dogs ♥
Here are some of our favorite groups and professionals in our “village” that we trust and recommend for a happier, healthier pet community!
*Disclaimer: These are not sponsorships or paid advertisements; Every company, rescue, or resource listed below is loved and recommended by us independently ♥
Dog Training
“A New Class Of Canine”
Is your dog a welcomed member of society? Would you like them to be?
Lead Trainer Meghan Petrasek (ABCDT) and Assistant Trainer Christopher Stone offer a variety of services to meet your goals, including Private/In-Home sessions, Group Sessions, Board-and-Train programs, Pack Walks/Socialization Activities, and more. Click Here to learn more on their website.
“When Humans Know Better, Dogs Do Better”
Have you always heard that dog is a human's best friend, but are struggling with your friendship with your pup? Do you want a relationship with your dog built on trust, respect, and knowledge? Are you confused by all the conflicting knowledge of dog training ideals and don't know who to trust? Brittni Hyzer (CPDT-KA, FFCP) offers compassionate, supportive, relationship-focused training in individual or group sessions. Click Here to learn more on their website.
Dog Sitting, Walking, + Excursion Activities
“Providing trustworthy care for your animals and home while you are away”
Stay Over Rover, LLC will be your pet’s best friend when you're not around! Whether you’re traveling for work, vacations, or need to leave home in case of an emergency, Carissa Berardi offers service all over Connecticut to care for all types of dogs, cats, lizards, small animals, and rodents. They love them all! Click Here to learn more on their website and schedule a free consultation.
“Tell Your Dog To Take A Hike!”
Created in 2021 by Leah Barbieri, A Rare Breed Pet Care offers activities for your pets including “dogventures” hiking excursions, walks & stop-ins, overnights for all hikers, and other pet resources & recommendations.
Click Here to reach out for more info on their website.
“Professional Dog Walking Services to Help Your Dog Live Their Best Life”
Created in 2018 by Elizabeth Cosentino, Barks and Recreation supports pet parents by providing exercise, stimulation, socialization, and love. The team at Barks and Recreation aims to eliminate pet parent guilt & build meaningful, lasting relationships with pets & pet parents. Services include dog walks, pack hikes, doggy playdates, and small pet care during daytime hours. Click Here to learn more and sign up on their website.
Rescue, Foster + Adopt
“An Oak Tree is a Nut that refused to give up.”
Oaktree Crew, Inc, founded in January 2020, is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) all-volunteer group of animal lovers who work diligently to reduce the population of homeless/unwanted animals through continued public education on the importance of spay/neuter, vaccinations, preventatives, and training as part of responsible pet ownership. They take in abandoned and abused cats and dogs and nurse them back to health, both physically and emotionally, within the trust-building safety of a foster-based network.
Click Here for more information on their website.
“Adopting a rescue is a lifelong commitment.”
All Paws on Deck is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the welfare of pregnant dogs and their puppies. Their mission is to rescue those dogs from the risk of euthanasia at overcrowded shelters. They bring them into safe foster homes, where attentive volunteers care for the mother dog during her pregnancy and delivery of the puppies and their recovery. All Paws On Deck’s goal is to find loving families for all of our rescues and their puppies. Click Here to learn more on their website.
“Looking to add a forever canine companion to your life?”
New England Puppy Rescue is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to rescuing neglected, unwanted puppies, regardless of zip code, that are abandoned, in high-kill shelters, or owner-surrendered, giving them the veterinary care they need and deserve, and placing them in loving, forever homes. NEPR was created for those puppies that don't have a voice, a chance or even a happy memory. Click Here for more information on their website.
