Dogwood Acres Pet Retreat

08/15/2025

This week some members of our leadership team went to SUPERZOO in Las Vegas! They gained knowledge in education classes and discovered the latest, innovative products and newest trends at the PURRfect place for pet pros! We love taking any opportunity to learn and grow for our pets, their families, and our team!

08/12/2025

Fabulous 4! Happy birthday, Spot! We had the best time celebrating YOU! 🥳🎂🎈

08/11/2025

🐾 The cuteness is off the charts—and now it’s your turn to vote! 📸💕 Our Pet Photo Contest gallery is officially live, and these furry (and feathered!) friends are ready for their moment in the spotlight.

🗳️ Vote for your favorites, share the love, and help us choose who gets featured in our November 2025 issues—maybe even on the cover! 😍

📅 Voting is open now through August 31
📲 https://whatsupmag.com/culture/our-beloved-pets-2025-photo-contest/

08/02/2025

Happy 13th birthday, Tyson! The teenage years are going to be your best years yet! 🥳🎂🎈 We love you!! ❤️

08/02/2025

Happy birthday, Pepper! We hope you loved your pawty as much as you loved your cake! 🥳🎂🎈

08/01/2025

It's time to vote for the Golden Anchor Awards! 🏆

Let’s show some love to the amazing local businesses that make our community shine on the Eastern Shore! If Dogwood Acres has earned a special place in your pet’s heart, cast your vote and help us get recognized for the care and joy we bring every day.

Vote today! https://www.shoreupdate.com/goldenanchor/

07/30/2025

Boomer is our July Daycare Dog of the Month! ❤️🤍💙

Boomer has been coming to daycare since April of 2024 and immediately felt like he was right at home. He loves getting all the pets from staff, finding the dirtiest mud puddle to roll around in, and trying to catch the hose! The winter is his favorite and you can always find him taking a snooze on a patch of snow or ice. We are so happy to have you in the daycare fam, Boomer!

07/22/2025

Fun fact!!

A new study has found that having a pet dog or cat can “slow down cognitive decline."

07/22/2025

Our Employee of the Quarter for Summer is Kyle!

Kyle just celebrated his first anniversary on our team and is such a big part of both our Classic Daycare and Ultimate Daycare programs. He ensures that every pup has the best day every time they come to play with us! He is so helpful and always willing to lend a helping hand wherever it's needed. His favorite color is purple and he loves all Italian food and Japanese food. If he was a dog, he would definitely be a Pitbull! Thank you for everything you do for us and for the pets, Kyle!

07/21/2025

Showcase your pet's PAWfect pose for a good cause! 📸🐶🐱🐰🐢🐹
Share your favorite photo of your pet - all pets are accepted!

Entries will be accepted until July 31st and then posted to an online gallery where you can vote for your favorites! Voting takes place 8/1 - 8/31. The winner will be featured in the November issues of What's Up? Magazine - Annapolis, Eastern Shore, and Central Maryland editions. With even a chance to be on the cover!

Each entry is $10 and all proceeds go to support the SPCA of Anne Arundel County and other local animal shelters!

Enter here: https://whatsupmag.com/culture/our-beloved-pets-2025-photo-contest/

07/17/2025

Due to last night’s storm, our internet and phones are down. That includes our texts, emails, and web cams. We are working quickly to resolve the issue. We appreciate your patience and apologize for the inconvenience!