Woof Pack

27/08/2024

Happy National Dog Day!

21/08/2024

If you are in Utah, Idaho, the general area, PLEASE consider fostering or even adopting a boxer from Boxer Lovers Rescue!! We adopted Reuben in June and it has been great for him, our boxer Layla, and us! I feel it’s a little too soon for Reuben and Layla to take on a foster dog so for now I am sharing this post in the hopes someone else will!

We are tagged on boxer after boxer sitting in a shelter somewhere - we are tagged on boxers being rehomed by an owner - we get surrender forms on boxers almost every day... EVERYBODY is always posting to help them, please don't let them be euthanized!! and we get it--it is the last thing we want but we cannot do this by ourselves - we need, no we have to have people start stepping up to help. There are nights I lay awake, too stressed to sleep, trying to figure out how the 2 in that shelter or this shelter will make it out.

We hear, " oh, I would get too attached, my kids would get too attached, my schedule is too busy, " and so on. Will you or your kids get attached or fall in love with them - yal there is a good chance of that, I mean they are boxers. How can you not? Which is worse, being a little sad when they leave or them being euthanized cas nobody could help?. And while yes we all know I'm a bit boxer-obsessed, it surely cannot take more time out of anybody's schedule to foster 1 boxer than it does to take care of how many here.

If every person reading this would foster just 1 boxer, we'd probably not have to beg for the next year for help. If every person who has adopted in the past 10 years would foster just 1 boxer, we'd be set. You can be the one that blesses another family with some boxer love just like the foster that blessed you with your boxer.

ok rant over, but really seriously - 1 boxer.

https://www.boxerloversrescue.com/foster/foster-application

10/08/2024

Saturday snuggles with our pack, Layla & Reuben! Woof Pack does more than walk and hike dogs, we will care for and shower love on your pets when you are away! Dogs, cats, birds, bunnies, lizards-we care for all kinds, get in touch to find out how we can help you care for your beloved pets!

03/08/2024

03/08/2024

Did someone say (furry) babies?! Look at these sweet pups waiting for a forever home while being lovingly cared for by Second Chance for Homeless Pets!

23/07/2024

Our family and Woof Pack have expanded-meet Reuben! Last month we adopted Reuben from Boxer Lovers Rescue, a wonderful organization, be sure to check out their page! Many thanks to his loving foster family and the rescue for choosing us to be his forever family! Reuben is so sweet, goofy and handsome. He and Layla are the same age (2yrs) and they are best friends and playmates. We are thrilled to have another dog in the house and pack!

20/07/2024

Keep your pets safe from the heat!

As the triple-digit heat continues, pet experts want pet owners to be mindful and cautious when going outside.

12/05/2024

We decided to check out one of the dog approved patios today with Layla-her first bar patio outing! We walked over to RoHa Brewing Project - great spot. Lots of choices for beer, cider, a few canned wine choices and also NA beer for those who do not partake. Today there was live music too! They offer bar snacks and a rotation of visiting food trucks, with shade and water for the pups on the patio, we’ll be back!

09/05/2024

No need to leave your pups behind, just keep this list handy and you will all be good to go! Maybe we’ll see you with our Layla on SLC patio soon?

25/04/2024

🚨Important Update on Parley’s Creek fuel spill: The areas to stay away from include Tanner Park!🚨

Health Officials Advise People and Pets to Avoid Waterways in Sugar House, Hidden Hollow and Parley’s Historic Nature Parks

Following this morning’s I-80 fuel spill that impacted Parley’s Creek, health officials advise people and pets to stay out of potentially affected waterways until water sampling results are available.

Results may not be available for up to a week. Parley’s Creek flows through Parley’s Historic Nature Park (“Tanner dog park”), Sugar House Park and Hidden Hollow Park. Responders have placed absorbent booms in the waterways to collect as much fuel as possible.

The accident occurred below Parleys Water Treatment Plant and Salt Lake City Department of Public Utilities has confirmed that drinking water quality is NOT impacted.

Salt Lake County Health Department (SLCoHD) and the Utah Division of Water Quality have sampled the waters in the potentially affected areas. Officials on site have not observed impacts to fish or ducks in the waterways, but the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources will monitor wildlife in the area and respond to reports of injured or deceased wildlife.

SLC Public Lands and Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation have placed signage at Parley’s Historic Nature Park (“Tanner dog park”) and Sugar House Park alerting visitors to avoid the waterways until further notice.

The quantity of fuel in the creek is unknown. The truck involved in the rollover accident was carrying up to 180 gallons of fuel in its two saddle tanks, but much of the spilled fuel remained on the roadway and in absorbent booms placed on the freeway by SLCoHD staff early this morning.

Fuel sheen was present on the water at Parley's Historic Nature Park ("Tanner dog park") and Sugar House Park, and fuel odors were noticeable at Hidden Hollow Park and near 900 East (but there has been no sheen observed at those latter two sites).

Officials expect the forecast rain to clear out of recreational areas any remaining fuel not absorbed by booms.

25/04/2024

🚨Update on the fuel spill in Parley’s Creek! This includes Tanner Park! If you are on X/Twitter, we have RT’d a thread from Salt Lake Health Department which gives more information on the situation. You can find us there !🚨

25/04/2024

🚨Very Important Announcement: Keep your pets/dogs out of Parley’s Creek!! Probably best to stay away from Tanner and Sugarhouse Parks to allow SLCFD and their response crews do their work!

16/02/2024

😂 Anyone else relate to this “dog math”?

12/02/2024

We loved the coats we got Layla last winter but she outgrew them both. Besides being super cute and warm, the zipper up the back makes them very easy to get on and off-we highly recommend this design feature if you are getting your dog a coat! So this winter we just got her the same coats in bigger sizes, here she is, last winter->this winter. The pink fleece coats are from our wonderful local pet store, The Dog's Meow . Our little winter queen!

27/01/2024

We had a lovely afternoon at the off leash dog trail, Run-A-Muk, in Park City. Layla made lots of friends and went wild running in the snow! 🐾❄️

13/01/2024

Looking for a new furry family member this long weekend? Support a great local rescue and adopt!

The starts today. Second Chance for Homeless Pets is here at the pet park with adoptable . Stop by to meet these
adorable fur babies looking for homes.

10/01/2024

😂🐾❤️

04/01/2024

We had no idea! What a wonderful way to celebrate your new pet, from our favorite locally-owned pet store! Thank you The Dog's Meow!

Did you know we offer adoption bundles to newly adopted dogs and cats?!

This is Samson!
He was just adopted by his new mom, Liz, last month.

Here is what Samson picked out for his adoption bundle:
Nulo Freestyle Turkey Treats
The Honest Kitchen One Pot Stew
Nulo Freestyle Beef Freeze-Dried
Primal Turkey Bone Broth
And Nutri Source Beef and Rice Recipe
Congratulations Samson on finding your furever home. 💓

25/12/2023

Woof Pack’s Layla wishes you all a happy holiday season, however you may celebrate, pets included! May we all find happiness, peace and fun in the new year!

24/12/2023

Took this picture right before Xmas 2012. We’d been in Salt Lake almost a year and Brooklyn, the pup I’m snuggling, was one of my original Woof Pack dogs. To say I fell in love with him and the boxer breed would be an understatement. His mom connected us so we could adopt our beloved Jackson. Now Brooklyn and Jackson await us at the rainbow bridge. Brooklyn’s family now has boxer Louie and we have Layla. *All* dogs are special but these boxers? A league of their own!

08/12/2023

Salt Lake City Police: We would respectfully request you step up patrols for speeding in the Sugarhouse area. Today on a dog walk, crossing Imperial St. (near its intersection w/2700S), a huge SUV came speeding around the corner from Akin St. and barreled towards us going well over the 25MPH speed limit. I hurried the (leashed) dog along and motioned for them to slow down. Instead, the driver gunned their engine, tires squealing, and almost ran us over! We had to run to get out of the way-very scary! We were near an elementary school with lots of pedestrian traffic, including children. Pedestrians need to be safe and we need your assistance to be safe. Thank you!

08/12/2023

Woof Pack’s Layla wishes you a Happy Hanukkah! Her scarf from last year barely fits! 🕎✡️🐾

28/11/2023

This article is an update on the respiratory illness affecting dogs around the country. While Utah does not have reported cases yet, we are surrounded by states who do. If you see any of these symptoms in your dog, get him or her to the vet right away!

An unknown respiratory illness has been reported in 14 states stretching from Florida to California while the cause remains under investigation.

26/11/2023

This holiday marked our Layla’s first time away from home and road trip since we picked her up as a tiny pup. She did so well! My kind mom welcomed her with warm fuzzy blankets, treats, and a new bed! She had a great time and is now snuggled up on her favorite blanket with a full tummy snoozing away! 🐾❤️

20/11/2023

Hello Friends! If your dog is coughing, it may be time for a visit to the vet! Please read:

Veterinarians warn of rising cases of mystery dog illness - ABC News

Veterinarians are sounding the alarm about an uptick in a mystery dog illness that causes canines to cough.

18/11/2023

Last night our Layla whined, begged and pleaded with our weekend guest Oscar (here with his brother Benny) to play with her-he was not interested! So today she has decided if he won’t play she’ll nap beside him! Need help with your pet during the busy holiday season? Woof Pack is available for walks, hikes, check-ins and dog sitting!

13/11/2023

Attention pet owners!

PSA: We adopted our dog, Rowdy, from the shelter 5 years ago. He was already an adult dog, so we estimate he is about 11 or 12 years old at this point. I love this dog. He is the sweetest soul and my BFF. For the past week or so he hasn’t been acting like himself. He licked a raw spot on his foot. He was panting constantly. He was pacing. Sunday morning, the pacing and panting got so bad, and I was REALLY nervous that there was something seriously wrong with him. For 45 minutes, he panted like crazy and constantly paced back and forth. He was keeping his tail tucked down all the time. His ears were pinned back. He would not settle down and he wouldn’t eat. We tried everything. I ended up giving him a trazadone that he takes sometimes when he goes to the groomer. It seemed to take a little bit of the edge off, but not much. He still wouldn’t eat and still wouldn’t settle. I took off work on Monday so I could take him to the vet. We did bloodwork and x-rays. Knowing he is a senior dog, I was trying to prepare myself for the worst case scenario. I was glad to see his bloodwork was great except for some elevated liver enzymes. The x-rays showed he was a little backed up but no major issues. He got an anti-nausea injection and some Gabapentin to help with some tenderness in his back and to hopefully help keep him calm. When we got home, he was ok for a little bit, but eventually started pacing and panting again. We walked around the neighborhood for a long time and he used the bathroom a lot. He seemed pretty happy about that and was in good spirits until we got home and he refused to come back in the house. Every time I took him out that evening, he would hunker down like he didn’t want to come back in the house. When my vet called and I gave her the update, she suggested there may be some new electronic device in the house that was emitting a high frequency noise that is hurting his ears. We had just put new smart outlets in the house about a week ago. His pacing and panting were worse when the lamps were on, so I unplugged all the smart outlets. He stopped panting, stopped pacing, and ate his food. His tail was even up and wagging again. When I plugged the smart outlets all back in and asked Alexa to turn on the lamps, he immediately started panting and pacing again. My husband used an app to test the frequency of the smart outlets. It was off the charts. We've left the outlets unplugged for two days and have confirmed that it is definitely the smart outlets that are causing his stress and discomfort. He's back to being a totally normal dog now. I really thought this was the end for Rowdy based on the way he was acting. I am so thankful for Dr. Newell at BoonesCreek AnimalHospital for figuring out this simple solution. If your pets are exhibiting similar symptoms, you may want to consider checking your electronics first. I cannot express how relieved I am that he is ok now. 😭♥️🐶

21/10/2023

Layla just graduated from Adult Level 2 training! Proud boxer dog parents! Next up it gets serious in Feb. with AKC Canine Good Citizen training lessons. When Woof Pack takes care of your pups, we are always happy to practice any training lessons you are working on at home!

27/08/2023

Happy International Dog Day! As of last weekend, Woof Pack’s own, our precious Layla, has been with us for a year-time flies!! Celebrate and love on your doggies, you are their whole world! And know that when you need the very best care for any of your pets, Woof Pack is here to help!

11/08/2023

When sweet Teddy’s parents couldn’t get home in time from his discharge after a major surgery, Woof Pack was happy to take him in for some TLC for a couple of days. As you can see, he progressed well and our Layla gave him the space he needed to heal. The last picture is Teddy at home and doing very well! When you can’t be there for your pet, Woof Pack will take care of them as if they are our own!