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Ways to Celebrate National Dog Day

By Carlos on August 26, 2020 Pets

National Dog Day is the perfect time for having fun your dog. Here are several ways to celebrate with your furry friend. Read a Book About Dogs to Your Dog Visit your local public library to find books about dogs. After bringing your library books home, you can sit on the couch with your dog next to you while you enjoy a few hours of reading. Take Your Dog On a Walk Your dog needs exercise, and you can also benefit from a walk. Attach a leash to your dog’s collar while you are walking through your neighborhood or at…

The Do’s and Don’ts of Grooming Your Dog at Home

By Justin on March 18, 2020 Home, Personal Care

Some pet parents simply prefer to groom their dogs at home. Even those who do take Fido to the groomer’s may still preform maintenance grooming at home. Regardless of your dog’s grooming schedule, there are a few precautions you should take as you carry out this important task. Some pup parents opt to take their dog to a professional groomer for haircuts, and they do “maintenance” grooming on a daily or weekly basis, depending on their dog’s needs. Others do all grooming at home. Either way, you’ll need to establish a few good habits in order to make grooming a…

Ways to Keep Your Pet Entertained Indoors

By Carlos on January 13, 2020 Pets

When you have a little puppy, they want to play 24/7. They always want to play, but what happens when it’s raining outside? You have to think of new ways to entertain your little furry bundle of joy. You have days where the rain clouds will overtake the skies, and you can’t do much except the things indoors. How do you cope with this? Let’s have a look at ways that you can keep your pup entertained even when indoors. Play Hide and Seek Believe it or not, you can play hide and seek with your pets! It can be…

Homemade Thanksgiving Dog Treats

By Carlos on November 26, 2019 Pets

Winter holidays are upon us again. If your dog has celebrated a couple of Thanksgivings with you, then he knows what to expect. Even a puppy can sense when something has changed. They can feel the joy and excitement in the air. Our dogs do not need to understand the nuances of Thanksgiving or its history to partake in the holiday spirit. A DIY Thanksgiving dog treat is a magical way to tell your dog how special he or she is. You also will avoid feeding your pet table scraps that can cause an upset stomach or other issues. When…

Thanksgiving Pet Safety Tips

By Carlos on November 6, 2019 Holiday

Thanksgiving is a great time to get together with family and friends to share good times and create lasting memories. Doing what you can to make sure everyone is comfortable and feeling good will result in an amazing holiday. While considering the comfort of your human friends and family, you should also be thinking about your pets. Like you, your pets also enjoy being able to stuff themselves, especially when it comes to table scraps. However, to keep them safe, you need to be cautious about what they ingest. You also need to keep their stress levels in mind if…

Tips for Hiring a Pet Sitter

By Carlos on October 15, 2019 Pets

There are times in your life when you just cannot bring your pet with you. If you are going on a trip, you cannot physically care for your pet. This can be a very stressful situation as your pet is a very important part of your life and deserves the best. During the times that you cannot be there, it’s important to have someone care for your pet that you can trust. Knowing your pet is happy and well cared for is important for your peace of mind. Hiring a pet sitter can make all the difference; however, knowing what…

Pet Fire Safety Tips

By Carlos on July 27, 2019 Pets

Did you know that over 1000 home fires are started by pets every year? And, most of those fires could have been preventable with a little knowledge. If you have furry friends in your home, there are a few extra precautions that you should be taking concerning fire safety, especially if they have the run of the house when you aren’t home. Home Security System There are many advantages of having a home security system that go beyond just keeping your home safe from intruders. You can also have your smoke alarms connected to it. That way, if you aren’t…

Benefits of Adopting a Cat

By Carlos on June 4, 2019 Pets

Choosing a new pet can be overwhelming. An estimated 94.2 million cats currently live in American households. Learn the numerous benefits, both physical and psychological, of adopting a cat. You Can Save Lives According to The National Kitten Coalition, an estimated 3.4 million cats are brought into shelters every year. Sadly, approximately 1.3 million of them are euthanized annually. When you adopt a cat or kitten from a shelter, you not only save his life, but you also open up valuable cage space to house another cat in need. Adoption is a terrific way to actively prevent needless deaths. Cats…

Tips for New Puppy Parents

By Carlos on March 22, 2019 Pets

You’ve finally adopted a puppy and it’s time to bring your newest family member home. Here are some tips for new puppy parents to make the transition easier for both you and your puppy. Puppy-Proof Just like baby proofing a home, puppy proofing makes it safer for them to play. Supplies • Dog bed • Crate • Food and water bowl • Toys • Food and treats • Collar and leash • Grooming supplies Time to Bring Your Pup Home It’s a great idea to introduce your puppy to the crate on the ride home. The poor little thing will…

Ways to Start Pet-Sitting

By Carlos on March 5, 2019 Pets

If baby-sitting has never been your area of expertise, you may have a golden opportunity for a part-time job by taking care of fur babies. There are several things you should consider prior to starting a pet-sitting business, but in the end all you need is personal motivation and a love for pets. Before Beginning Consider • How much prior experience do you have taking care of pets? • What will you charge for your time? • Will you pet-sit at clients homes or at your own house? • Is there anything that sets you apart from other sitters? In…

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