You often hear the mantra “shop small; shop local.” Have you ever considered the reasons why? According to Michael H. Shuman, author of the book, Going Local, “Going local does not mean walling off the outside world. It means nurturing locally owned businesses that use local resources sustainably, employ local workers at decent wages, and …
Are You a Responsible Dog Owner?
September: A time to renew your commitment to your furry friend Although dogs are great companions, it is important to remember that owning a dog is a huge commitment and responsibility. Since September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month, Braxton’s would like to share the AKC’s list that every good dog owner should do for his …
Required: Dog License
Did you know that if you live in Pennsylvania, you must have your dog licensed each year? Many dog owners ask themselves, “Why does my dog have to be licensed?” Well, there are several answers to this question. First, licensing helps prevent rabies outbreaks by requiring a certificate of vaccination for all dogs over the …
2020 Best Pet Supply Store Winner
Braxton’s Animal Works received notice that we are the recipients of both the MAINLINE MEDIA NEWS and MAINLINE TODAY’s Best of the MainLine 2020 Readers’ Choice Award for Best Pet Store. Many thanks to all who participated and cast their vote for us! We sincerely appreciate your confidence and are humbled to receive these awards. …
Braxton’s Helping New Puppy Owners
The Crew at Braxton’s Animal Works has been helping puppy owners provide the best care to their new puppies for eighty-two years now and these past few months have been no different. Well, maybe a little different… When Braxton’s went to Curbside Pickup and Local Delivery only, that put a crimp in hands-on shopping for …
2020 Chester County Dog License Available at Braxton’s
Why do I have to license my dog? Well, there are several answers to this question. First, licensing helps prevent rabies outbreaks by requiring a certificate of vaccination for all dogs over the age of 4 months. More importantly, licensing your pet increases the chance that you will be reunited should your pet become lost. …
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Paw-Parazzi Pet Photo Contest
Braxton’s is pleased to announce that once again we are partnering with Bryn Mawr Veterinary Hospital and The Camera Shop to host the Paw-Parazzi Pet Photo Contest. Here’s how it works. We are looking for the cutest, craziest, or funniest pet photos. Step 1: Simply “like” The Camera Shop‘s facebook page. Step 2: Upload …
Don’t Miss the Dogist
Did you know that this Saturday, October 24th from 10-12, Main Line School Night in cooperation with Harford Dog Park Club and Braxton’s Animal Works will hold their Dog Fest with the Dogist? Elias Weiss Friedman, aka “The Dogist” is the author of The Dogist: Photographic Encounters with 1000 Dogs and runs the website thedogist.com, …