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Philly Pups, Get Ready: The Monster Minders Are Hosting the Doggie Costume Contest at East Passyunk Fall Fest!
We are honored to host the first annual Doggie Costume Contest at the East Passyunk Fall Fest, one of the city’s most beloved Fall community events. Does your dog have what it takes to win?

Carrie Maria
Oct 171 min read


Mutt Strut Magic: A Day of Pup Cups and Good Philly Vibes
We’re still smiling (and maybe a little sun-tired) from this year’s 19th Annual PAWS Mutt Strut! What an incredible day celebrating rescue, community, and the organization that makes such a huge difference in Philly.

Carrie Maria
Oct 92 min read


Philadelphia Dog Owners’ Guide to Timber Creek Dog Park
We love Timber Creek Dog Park. Find out why we make the trek over the bridge to this off-leash gem!

Carrie Maria
Oct 24 min read


Strutting for a Cause: The 19th Annual PAWS Mutt Strut
The Monster Minders are proud sponsors of the 19th PAWS Mutt Strut and we will be giving out free pup cups at the event.

Carrie Maria
Sep 162 min read


From Dog Walks to Bocce Playoffs: 20 Years of Community in Bella Vista
This past weekend, our team Game of Throwin's played in the Bardascino Park Bocce League playoffs. And before you wonder what the heck this had to do with dog walking, we went head-to-head with The A Team—who, fun fact, were one of our very first dog walking clients nearly 20 years ago.

Carrie Maria
Sep 82 min read


🎶 Woofstock at Seger Dog Park: A Summer Concert Series
Hosted every Tuesday evening from May through September, Woofstock is a free outdoor concert series held right outside the fence of Seger Dog Park. Music kicks off around 5:30 PM and runs until 7 PM.

Carrie Maria
Jul 262 min read


New Leash on Life Pool Party at The Navy Yard, Philadelphia
New Leash on Life USA is hosting a pool party on July 26th for Philly dogs! Join the fun for a good cause.

Carrie Maria
Jul 182 min read


Foster a Philly Dog: Save a Life and Change Your Own
Philadelphia’s open-intake animal shelter, ACCT Philly, is currently at full capacity — and they need your help.

Carrie Maria
Jul 102 min read


Keep Your Philly Pup Safe This 4th of July: Fireworks and the Power of an ID Tag
The 4th of July might be a time for barbecues, sparklers, and neighborhood block parties, but for many dogs in Philadelphia, it’s one of...

Carrie Maria
Jul 12 min read


Leash Laws in Philadelphia: Protecting Dogs and People
Learn more about how Philadelphia's leash laws keep dogs and humans safe.

Carrie Maria
Jun 43 min read


We’re Proud to Support Philly Loves PAWS! 🐾
We're proud to support Philly Loves PAWS this year! Join us to support Philly's favorite rescue.

Carrie Maria
May 62 min read


Our tip made it to The Inquirer
It's always fun to see your name in print and rewarding when the topic is dog safety!

Carrie Maria
Feb 261 min read


Philadelphia Dog Rescues
Thinking about dog adoption but don't know where to start? Here are some of our favorite rescues in Philly!

Carrie Maria
Jan 30, 20243 min read


Don't be a jerk. Be a considerate Philly dog walker!
With nearly a million walks under our belts, we know a thing or two about walking dogs in the city (and what to avoid.) Check our tips!

Carrie Maria
Dec 7, 20234 min read


Mysterious Dog Illness puts Philly dog owners on edge
Last year it was Canine Flu and this year there is another dog-illness that has everyone wondering if it’s safe to greet other dogs or...

Carrie Maria
Nov 28, 20232 min read


Monster Minders at the 2023 Philly PAWS Mutt Strut
This past weekend we were thrilled to participate in the 17th annual Philly PAWS Mutt Strut at the Navy Yard!

Carrie Maria
Oct 13, 20231 min read


Hike and Splash: Five Dog-Friendly Hikes with Swim Spots near Philadelphia
We love our hometown! We love the vibrancy of a city that never seems to sleep (for better or for worse.) But we often find ourselves...

Carrie Maria
Aug 4, 20234 min read


Dog leash laws in Philly are important for a reason
Leash laws in Philadelphia are important for so many reasons. Leashing keeps our dogs safe, keeps our neighbors safe and frankly, it's the right thing to do!

Carrie Maria
Jun 27, 20193 min read


Dog Adventures at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge
One of the great things about Philly is that you don't have to travel far to take your dogs for an adventure. Last weekend we took our...

Carrie Maria
Apr 16, 20192 min read


Pick up more than just dog poo in Philly!
What if dog owners could help tackle Philly's litter problem? Ok, so hear me out on this one. It's long documented that we have litter...

Carrie Maria
Mar 13, 20182 min read
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