Auroraw Pet Wellness Retreat

06/03/2026

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Ever notice your cat frequently scratching, over-grooming, or dealing with watery eyes?

Sometimes it’s not "just cats being cats." Their food could be part of the problem.

Cats are obligate carnivores, meaning their bodies are built for meat (and not fillers, grains, or long ingredient lists). When those ingredients are removed, many pet parents notice improvements in skin and coat.

It’s something we see for ourselves and hear from raw feeders all the time!

06/03/2026

Giving back to my community is something I truly value, and I’m always happy to support anyone making a difference for animals in need.

Auroraw Pet Wellness Retreat has donated a gift certificate to help support the upcoming Kent County Cats fundraiser.

Every dollar raised helps provide care, shelter, and second chances for cats in our local community.🐈

If you're a fellow business owner looking for a way to help, they are currently accepting donations for raffle prizes, gift baskets, products, services, and gift cards.

Even a simple share of their fundraiser can help spread the word and reach more potential supporters.

Strong communities are built when local people and businesses come together to support causes that matter.

I'm proud to play a small part in helping these cats find the care and homes they deserve. 💚

❣️DONATION SPOTLIGHT❣️

✨WOW is our basket ever growing for our raffle starting this Friday June 5! Auroraw Pet Wellness Retreat has offered a stunning package of a $75 gift card, a cute dog collar, & 5 add ons each with a value up to $30 🤩 total package value of up to $225 ‼️

✨Kristen at Aurora offers the most incredible services for your pup whether needing a sitter, play date, or some extra guidance in day school. They taylor each package for the need of your dog & truly care about every thing down to the types of interactive games/toys they engage with.

✨LOCATED IN HARCOURT CHECK THEM OUT THANK YOU KRISTEN !! Basket value totals $949 with more posts to come 🙈

♥️ If you’d like to donate our basket, the deadline is Wednesday, June 3. Thank you for the support all !!!

06/03/2026

Our pets are not here long enough, capture all the photos you can 💚🐾🐺

06/02/2026

🥭 Why are our guests being fed papaya?

Because enrichment isn't just about physical exercise.

Fresh papaya was offered as part of their enrichment experience. New foods provide novel scents, textures, tastes, and problem solving opportunities that engage the brain just as much as the body.

As an added bonus, papaya contains papain, a natural digestive enzyme that helps break down proteins. I love papaya as a fresh food source for my clients dogs who need extra digestive enzymes.

The goal is giving dogs opportunities to explore, learn, and build confidence through new experiences.

A fulfilled dog isn't just physically tired..
It's mentally engaged and emotionally satisfied.

06/02/2026

Introducing Camp Wag-a-Lot
This June, we're setting up camp right inside the retreat. Camp Wag-a-Lot is the month long enrichment theme, and every week brings a brand new adventure for your pup.

Week 1 | June 1-5: Campground Treasure Hunt
Treats hidden under, behind, inside... Pups use their noses and teamwork skills to search, sniff, and discover together. Guided by me every step of the way, this is curiosity and confidence building at its best.

Week 2 | June 8-12: Camp Ranger Recall
Fun recall games. Dogs race back to their camp counselor and get rewarded with treats, toys, and plenty of praise. Important skills and tail wagging fun.

Week 3 | June 15-19: Campground Zoomie Zones
Cones, waving flags, and pool noodle pathways set the stage for safe, exciting sprint lanes. Dogs take turns racing through, enjoy cooldown time with their friends, then head back out for another round. Pure, happiness.

Week 4 | June 22-26: Camp Completion Certificate
Every camper earns their very own Camp Completion Certificate at the end of the month, complete with their own paw print signature. It's a small thing that means a lot.

True Camp Canine explorers, every one of them.

Your dog's spot in camp is already waiting, there's still time to join!

06/02/2026

What if my dog won't settle in?

Is one of the most common concerns I hear from new boarding clients,

Chaos joined us for a trial stay this week, and her family was understandably worried about how she'd adjust to a new environment and whether she'd eat while away from home.

To help set her up for success, her family agreeded to bring her in on a Day School day so she could meet friends, get familiar with our routine, and build confidence before her overnight stay.

I'm SO happy to report that she settled into her room beautifully and has been enjoying her time with me 💚🐾

Mealtime mom mentioned she likes to pick at her food and sometimes takes her a while to eat..so I tried a complimentary NourishMat.

That changed everything...she happily dug right in and licked it clean!

Every dog adjusts differently, and sometimes it's not about getting them to eat..

it's about finding the approach that makes them feel comfortable enough to do so.

Watching dogs like Chaos gain confidence and settle into her stay is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do.

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06/02/2026

New gym opening..Summer's right around the corner...

But when you spend all day with dogs, finding time for the gym can be a challenge. 😂💪🐾

Good thing some of my guests are willing to help with training.

The career description never mentioned weighted lunges, but here we are...

*this is aurora, my personal dog.. who is conditioned and loves her moms shenanigans 🤪

06/01/2026

‼️URGENT PLEASE HELP‼️

UPDATE: BEING RUSHED TO Riverview Animal Hospital 🙏🏼♥️ thank you to his amazing foster Christal Manuel

A 2 month old kitten was taken into Foster yesterday with severe upper respiratory, possibly worse. He needs urgent vet care today & we are asking for your prayers and donations.

PLEASE CONSIDER A DONATION TO [email protected] AS HE
MAY NEED TO BE RUSHED TO RIVERVIEW.

😭He is struggling to breathe & completely full of mucus. We have transport from his incredible foster thank you everyone

05/31/2026

Just another day at Auroraw. 🐾

Come inside? Sure.

Come inside through a hula hoop? Even better. 😄

I love finding little ways to add confidence building, enrichment, and fun into everyday moments.
The dogs seem to approve. 💚

And my puppy guest Paige is learning the new things are not all scary 🫶😀🐕

05/31/2026

When Beatrice, Henry, and Miley first came for their introduction visit, they took their time getting comfortable, exploring the space, meeting the pack, and building confidence in their new environment.

Their parents were specifically looking for a calm, low stress environment with small group numbers, individualized care, and a focus on supporting nervous system regulation.

Taking the time to build familiarity and trust before their stay was an important part of that process.

And it worked beautifully.

This visit, they were ready to dive right in. 😄

Toys? Yes please. Enrichment? Absolutely. Canine friends? Count us in. Human attention? Even better.

Watching their confidence grow and seeing them fully embrace the experience has been incredibly rewarding.

I love helping dogs settle in at their own pace, so they can feel safe.

And honestly, could they be any more adorable?

So excited to have these three as part of the Auroraw pack and can't wait for many more adventures together 🫶🐕💚