To Our Valued Pet Parents, Covid-19 Update: On Monday, June 29, the Jefferson County Health Department issued a mandatory face-covering/mask order. Wags is committed to your safety and the safety of our team members. We continue to take all precautions with sanitizing and wearing masks. We encourage everyone to do the same. We will still […]

Hey Pawrents! Wags has come up with a few ways to accommodate our rapidly increasing camper-count, and we’re going to need your help. But, before we get into all that, we’d like to say thank you! You’re the reason we’re staying so busy! We couldn’t be more grateful that so many of you trust us […]

Join us Saturday, October 27 from 2-6 P.M. at Cahaba Brewing for our 3rd annual fundraiser benefiting the Wags ‘N Whiskers Rescue. We’ll have lots of fun, food, a pet and parent costume contest, a great gift basket raffle, and a photo opportunity with your furry friend. You’ll also have a chance to help the rescue […]

Wags ‘n Whiskers’ founder and head trainer, Merritt Milam, recently was featured in an Executive Profile by the Birmingham Business Journal. The article chronicles how Merritt got her start in the pet care industry and how she was able to fulfill her dream of owning and operating her own facility. Merritt discusses how Wags is […]

On Thursday, October 19, 2017, Merritt Milam and Jill Becker spoke with ABC 33/40’s Talk of Alabama regarding the 2017 (Pup)kins and Pints event benefiting Wags ‘n Whiskers Rescue. (Pup)kins & Pints will be held on Saturday, October 21 from 2-6 p.m. at Cahaba Brewing Company. During the segment, Merritt and Jill invited viewers to […]

In a recent article by PawCulture, Wags ‘n Whiskers’ founder and head trainer, Merritt Milam, provided tips and advice on how to prepare your dog for a new baby. “Training using positive reinforcement methods strengthens the bond between pet parents and their dogs,” Merritt said. “Having a good relationship is important so the dog knows […]

On Tuesday, October 17, 2017, Wags’ founder and head trainer, Merritt Milam, and Wags ‘n Whiskers Rescue founder, Jill Becker, appeared on WBRC Fox 6 News to discuss the Second Annual (Pup)kins & Pints event. Benefiting Wags ‘n Whiskers Rescue, the event will feature vendors such as Topgolf, Shutter Paws Photography, Fetch Treat Truck, Tamale […]

On Monday, July 31, 2017, Wags’ own Merritt Milam and Jill Becker, appeared on ABC 33/40’s Talk of Alabama to discuss Wags ‘n Whiskers Rescue. Joined by now-adopted rescue pup, Ivy, Jill and Merritt told viewers about the Rescue’s founding, initiatives, success stories and the pets currently available for adoption. On Saturday, October 21, Wags […]

Wags ‘n Whiskers’ founder and head trainer, Merritt Milam, recently spoke with PawCulture about taking pets to the farmer’s market. Merritt cautioned that pet owners should consider whether or not their pet is ready for the outing, especially in regards to loud noises. If this is  the case, Merritt recommends leaving your pet at home. […]

Wags ‘n Whiskers’ founder and head trainer, Merritt Milam, spoke with Z Living about tips for keeping pets with a sitter during the holidays. Merritt advises pet owners to visit the pet hotel or boarding facility prior to making arrangements to have pets board for the holidays. “Insist on touring the whole facility, front to […]

Wags ‘n Whiskers founder and head trainer, Merritt Milam, recently spoke with Forbes about ways new dog owners can save money. “Consider a pet from a rescue instead of a breeder, as these pets will usually be microchipped and vaccinated,” Merritt said. These pets may also be spayed or neutered, which can save owners hundreds […]

Wags ‘n Whiskers founder and head trainer, Merritt Milam, recently spoke to PetMD about training pets using retractable leashes. “As a trainer, one of the biggest things I see people coming in for is loose-leash walking,” Merritt says. “It’s what everyone’s worried about, but a retractable leash teaches a dog to pull.” Instead of retractable […]

Wags ‘n Whiskers’ founder and head trainer, Merritt Milam, recently spoke with Sniff & Barkens about potential challenges and tips for training older dogs. “The main challenge with training senior dogs is that sometimes, just like people, they can be set in their ways,” Merritt said. “Some dog parents find it to be more challenging […]

On Wednesday, October 12, 2016, Wags’ own Merritt Milam and Jill Becker, appeared on ABC 33/40’s Talk of Alabama to discuss an upcoming fundraiser benefiting Wags ‘n Whiskers Rescue. (Pup)kins & Pints will be held on October 29, 2016 from 2-6 p.m. at Cahaba Brewery. During the segment, Merritt and Jill, along with two sweet […]

Join Wags ‘n Whiskers Comprehensive Pet Care and Wags ‘N Whiskers Rescue for a pawesome afternoon of fun, food and fur-ocious friends at Cahaba Brewing Company!

On September 28, 2016, Wags ‘N Whiskers founder and head trainer, Merritt Milam, spoke with People Pets regarding recently passed legislation that allows civilians in California to rescue pets from hot cars. In the article, Merritt stresses the importance of the animal’s survival. “In the event that you come across a dog or cat in […]

$10 off of Saturday night boarding for home SEC games! Football season is around the corner, and for Birmingham, Alabama that means most people will be traveling during the weekends to watch their favorite team play. If you’re not bringing your dog or cat along for the ride, drop them off at Wags ‘n Whiskers […]

On July 14, 2016, Wags ‘n Whiskers owner and founder, Merritt Milam, and Wags’ mascot, Enzo, appeared on ABC 33/40’s Talk of Alabama to discuss how to keep your pets safe while boating on the water and in the heat this summer. During the segment, Merritt shared water and sun safety tips, such as purchasing […]

On Wednesday, June 1, 2016, Wags ‘n Whiskers owner and founder, Merritt Milam, shared tips with Animal Advocates of Alabama about how to prepare your dog for the arrival of a new baby. In the article, Merritt provided six tips that families can do to make sure this transition goes smoothly. Read article.

On Monday, June 6, 2016, Wags’ owner, Merritt Milam and Wags’ mascot, Enzo, will be featured on the WBRC Fox 6 News “Mommy Minute” with tips on preparing your dog for the arrival of a new baby. During the segment, Merritt will share advice and discuss simple activities that will make sure your dog is physically and mentally ready […]

On Friday, May 6, 2016, Merritt Milam and Wags’ mascot, Enzo, appeared on WBRC Fox 6 News to discuss tips on preparing your dog for the arrival of a new baby. Merritt and Enzo gave pointers on how to make the process pleasant for the dog by using positive reinforcement methods, as well as preparing for […]