Park Place Bark

Famous K9 Line

“None left to rescue, none left to buy, none left to suffer, none left to die. None to be beaten, none to be kicked...all must be loved and all must be fixed.”
Unknown

“No one appreciates the very special genius of your conversation as the dog does.”
Christopher Morley

“If you don't own a dog, at least one, there is not necessarily anything wrong with you, but there may be something wrong with your life.”
Unknown

“If a dog will not come to you after having looked you in the face, you should go home and examine your conscience.”
Woodrow Wilson

“If you're alone, I'll be your shadow. If you want to cry, I'll be your shoulder. If you want a hug, I'll be your pillow. If you need to be happy, I'll be your smile. But anytime you need a friend, I'll just be me.”
Unknown

“He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion.”
Unknown

“To err is human, to forgive canine.”
Unknown

“If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went.”
Will Rogers

“Nobody can fully understand the meaning of love unless he's owned a dog. A dog can show you more honest affection with a flick of his tail than a man can gather through a lifetime of handshakes.”
Gene Hill, The Dog Man

“The great pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself too.”
Samuel Butler

“My goal in life is to be as good of a person as my dog already thinks I am.”
Unknown

“Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.”
Roger Caras

“In order to really enjoy a dog, one doesn't merely try to train him to be semi human. The point of it is to open oneself to the possibility of becoming partly a dog.”
Edward Hoagland

“The greatest pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him, and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself, too.”
Samuel Butler

“If you can't decide between a Shepherd, a Setter or a Poodle, get them all...adopt a mutt!”
ASPCA

“Things that upset a terrier may pass virtually unnoticed by a Great Dane.”
Smiley Blanton, Psychiatrist

“I love a dog. He does nothing for political reasons.”
Will Rogers

“May I always be the kind of person that my dog thinks I am.”
Unknown

Quality dog walking & pet care in Chicago's North Side.

Park Place Bark provides boutique quality dog walking and other services such as cat care, and other small animal assistance. We are here to make sure your pet is walked, exercised, trained and cared for while you are at work or out of town. We always throw in a lot of love when we visit. Rest assured, at Park Place Bark we put your pet's care first and foremost. We proudly service the Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Wrigleyville and Boystown neighborhoods of Chicago.

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  • Pet Tip: Think about the cleaning products you use. The more environmentally friendly they are, the more pet friendly they will be.
  • Pet Tip: Healthier pet food may cost more, but you will save money in food and vet bills in the long run.
  • Pet Tip: Does your dog wolf down food too fast? Put it in a treat ball and make him/her work for it.
  • Pet Tip: Be aware of the weather and keep walks and play time short in high heat and freezing cold temperatures.
  • Pet Tip: Bully sticks are a fantastic chew for dogs, and they are 100% digestible.
  • Pet Tip: For surly pets, shake a can filled with coins, or squirt them with 3 parts water and one part lemon juice.
  • Pet Tip: If your cat isn’t using the litterbox properly, try moving it and/or changing litters.
  • Pet Tip: Be sure to bring a water bottle for you and your dog when going outside on a long walk!
  • Pet Tip: Crate training is great! It gives your dog a bedroom and it keeps them away from harmful things in your home.
  • Pet Tip: Run out of carpet cleaner? Try using sudsy dish soap with warm water! Blot, dry and repeat as needed.
  • Pet Tip: Make sure to study the breed you're interested in getting or you could be in over your head!
  • Pet Tip: Try leaving on music as background noise while you’re away from your pets.
  • Pet Tip: Brushing your dog’s teeth every week will keep his/her breath fresh, and lower dental bills.
  • Pet Tip: Don’t de-claw. Trim your cat’s nails on a regular basis to keep your furniture looking good.
  • Pet Tip: Do your research before getting house plants. Some may be poisonous to both cats and dogs.
  • Pet Tip: You wouldn’t think it, but 2 cats are better than one. They keep each other busy and cause less trouble.
  • Pet Tip: Elevated dog food bowls are great for large breeds. It’s more comfortable for them and it’s healthier too.
  • Pet Tip: Make your dogs crate into a comfortable den with blankets or a pad, and even a sheet over the top.
  • Pet Tip: Never use a prong or choke collar on a puppy 6 months or younger.
  • Pet Tip: Give your pup a treat-filled Kong to keep his/her mind active while you are away.
  • Pet Tip: Rescue is a great way to go when thinking about getting a new pet.
  • Pet Tip: If you have a teething puppy try wetting a washcloth, freeze it and give it to him/her as a soothing distraction with supervision.
  • Pet Tip: Dremeling is a great way to trim your dog’s nails, and you do not have to worry about cutting the quick.
  • Pet Tip: Bring treats on your walks. You never can practice training and recall too much.
  • Pet Tip: Always use positive reinforcement to achieve the best behavioral results and build a bond with your pup!
  • Pet Tip: Try freezing peanut butter in his/her Kong to make it last longer.

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