Thanksgiving Tips
Our pets probably feel the same way we do about the holidays- excited but also stressed. Traveling, company at home, changes in routines and diets, can test even the most even-tempered animal. But if you’re like us, you still want…
Time to Pet Tutorial
Using Our Software System Here is a brief overview of how to create an account, add pets, and schedule services. It's never been easier to schedule care for your pets! If you have any questions, shoot us a message in…
Why Your Pets Want You to Leave Them Home
A change in your pet's routine combined with unfamiliar sounds, scents, sights & people at a traditional boarding kennels can cause anxiety even in the most laid back animal. Most kennels can’t provide the one-on-one attention pets deserve and often confine…
Benefits of a Tired Dog
Some of the most common behavior problems seen in dogs that don’t get enough exercise and play are: Destructive chewing, digging or scratching Investigative behaviors, like garbage raiding Hyperactivity, excitability and night-time activity Unruliness, knocking over furniture and jumping up…
How Do I Get My Dog to Listen to Me?
It may seem counter-intuitive, but if you want your dog to listen better, talk less! One of the biggest mistakes people who are struggling with their dog’s behavior make is the overuse of commands. It can be almost painful to…
Why Hire a Professional Pet Sitter?
Recently a friend’s coworker asked “Why would you hire someone to take care of your animals? Couldn’t you just ask a neighbor?” At times, upon explaining my profession, I’m met with stares of confusion or jokes about taking teenagers’ jobs…
It’s Time to Talk about Nail Trims
You can turn a traumatic experience into a tolerable one! Is it really necessary to have a dog’s nails trimmed? Some people consider the clicking and scratches that come with long nails a minor inconvenience; what they don’t understand is…
Are Cats Really Trainable?
You can train your cat...but it takes the right motivation. I recently saw a video of a young girl who had taught her cat to complete an entire course of jumps and it started me thinking about why dogs get…
“Tug of War Myth” – Busted!
"Tug of War Myth" - Busted! Being human is serious stuff, perhaps that’s part of the reason some of us love having pets so much. They remind us of how wonderful it is to lighten up, live in the moment…
