Rooms are going quick for this Summer at The Barkley. If you are planning on vacationing this Summer, remember to make plans well in advance for your furry friends! They'll thank you time and time again!

Canine massage is the manipulation of muscles and skin to promote increased circulation to all the organs and tissues in a dog's body. Each stroke is deliberate, focused and controlled in its pressure, direction and intention. The Barkley proudly offers canine massage from nationally recognized animal massotherapist, Barbara "BJ" Hartmann. BJ is a national lecturer who has authored videos, been featured on the radio and published multiple articles in her field. She is certified and trained in Human Sports Massage, Chiropractic Assisting, Equine Acupressure Level's 1 & 2, Equine/Canine Massage & Reiki. Locally, she is best known for starting "Miracle Farm", Ohio 's first rehabilitation facility that merges traditional therapies with alternative modalities for horses, dogs and people. According to Ms. Hartmann, "Canine Massage is an essential part of a dog's health care program, alongside grooming, feeding and exercise". BJ's appointments are available daily in 15, 30 and 60 minute increments.

Just like a trust that can be set up for a person, a trust can now be created for a dog or a cat so it is taken care of until it passes away.  In Ohio, it is now possible for pet owners to provide for their pets should they become incapacitated, incompetent, or die. This ensures their "best friend" is taken care of long after they are gone.    Pet trusts are flexible. Within them you can state exactly what your wishes are regarding the caregiver, food, exercise, medicine, veterinary care, treats, toys, etc.  You can even have your pet live out the rest of its life "spa-style" at The Barkley! You can create a trust in your lifetime and fund the trust with an existing asset or create the trust at your death and use life insurance to fund it.  Pet trust expert, Marc Stolarsky, can help you from beginning to end. Pet trusts are also available for purchase on his web site for $149.99.