Bark University Inc.

08/23/2024

08/23/2024

Please keep your dogs home if they are coughing. Even if the vet says it’s not kennel cough. They can come back a week after their last cough.
Thank you 😊

08/12/2024

Hello!
I want to take a moment to explain kennel cough. It's caused by Bordetella and I know a lot people want to know why they get the vaccine and their dogs still get it. The vaccine covers approximately 9 out of 45 strains. Our area has been hit with a few types (per the vets in our area) that are not covered under the vaccine.
It is highly contagious. It's not just airbourne. Taking your dog to the dog park, you can pick it up on your shoes or clothes.
It is also very random who will catch it, not every dog will contract it. I wouldn't be surprised if some dogs show no symptoms and might be just carriers.
Here at Bark University we take evry precaution to keep our facility clean and separate and dogs showing signs of illness.
Our staff takes every measure to make sure anyone that its sick is seen and treated by a vet.
The gestation is 2 days to 2 weeks.
Please keep your dogs at home and on your own property until they are cough free for at least a week. Talk to your vet about when they can return to their daily walks and contact with other dogs. Thank you for your patience and support!!!

08/09/2024

Jack Jack our recent rescue from Joliet Animal control is currently hospitalized with parvo. He came to us with a coccidia infection and then started to become lethargic then vomiting and severe diarrhea. Luckily his foster mom was quick to realize something was off and brought him in. Poor Jack Jack was admitted yesterday morning. He is running a fever, still vomiting and not able to eat. We have had so many medical cases lately and were not expecting this little guy to break with parvo which is extremely expensive to treat, but we will do everything we can for him. Please consider a donation to Jack Jack — we will keep everyone updated on his progress.

08/08/2024

Maverick and Sage 💕

08/07/2024

Great invention to keep your pups safe!!

08/07/2024

So happy to be outside!!! The pups enjoying our 6,000 square feet of fun!
It’s been so hot and everyone loves playing indoors too!! But this is a treat this week!!! Looking forward to more cooler days!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

08/07/2024

Beautiful day!!! Lovin this weather!

08/06/2024

❤️...!

07/25/2024

Theo and his nose!!

07/16/2024

07/15/2024

If anyone has old towels that are in good shape you’d like to donate,
we would love them!

Thank you!😊

07/10/2024

Foster or adopter needed.

Meet Jerry! He is 1-2 years old and 50lbs. He loves going for walks and playing. He likes other dogs and kids. He is looking for his best friend! Please share!

please complete your application at www.chicagolandlabrescue.org

07/10/2024

Save The Date!!!

Our annual Love A Lab For Life Gala is Sunday, September 29th at Maggianos in Schaumburg from 2-6pm.

We will have lots of silent auction items to bid on. If you would like to donate gift cards, wine, liquor, items, dog toys, etc to our fundraiser please contact Nancy at [email protected]. With your help we can make our event a success. All monies we raised go directly to the dogs. We are 100% all volunteer organization.

07/05/2024

07/04/2024

Everyone have a safe and happy 4th!Please keep your dogs inside.
Every year dogs bolt due to the loud noises.
Play loud music. Give stressed pets cbd or meds from the vet to help them keep calm. Don’t give them affection when they’re scared to avoid reinforcing their fear. If you’re relaxed and having fun they will hopefully see you’re not worried and calm down quicker.