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It's hard to describe the feeling of panic when you realize that your dog is lost. Millions of dogs are lost every year. Some find their way back home. Many do not. What can you do to improve the chances that your dog will be returned to you? Here are some simple...

January is Walk Your Dog Month! It’s a great time to get active and take your dog for a daily walk. Walking should be enjoyable for both you and your dog, so why not work on some skills that will help both of you enjoy your time outside together. When walking your...

This year, the 8th annual National Train Your Dog Month takes place in January and is being promoted through the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. As a professional pet sitter, I always ask if a dog has a “come” command and a “stay” command.  I know from experience...

When dog owners schedule trips, the added cost of pet care is sometimes an unwelcomed surprise.  To cut down on the expense, they ask for two quick daily visits for dogs that are being left home alone for 24 hours a day for several days. “Here’s the thing,” writes...

My dog’s not fat – he’s just fluffy!  It’s an old joke.  But pet obesity is not funny.  Pet parents in America are literally killing their pets with kindness.  We feed them too much food – food often filled with empty calories that don’t meet their nutritional needs....

Your safety when taking care of your pet during the COVID-19 pandemic is paramount. Now that we are out and about more, developing habits that put your health as a priority is important. Before reviewing how to keep yourself safe, what role do your pets play during...

This time at home has been a special opportunity to spend lots of time together with your dog. But when you return to work and your former social activities, your dog will be left alone for a large part of each day. Here’s what to do now to help your dog when you...

Potential clients sometimes have difficulty understanding how the cost of in-home pet care compares to the costs of a boarding facility or kennel.  If you are thinking about making the switch from boarding your pet at a veterinarian or boarding facility to leaving...