13 Things That Could Poison Your Pet
Many pet parents are not aware that many common substances found in the home are toxic to pets. In order to pet proof your house from the seemingly innocuous poison that can be found in most rooms, contained herein are some items to keep in mind. First and foremost, be aware of the following symptoms […]
Common Canine Health Issues
Pet Sitter’s International Weekly News Brief recently re-posted a list by Dog Psycho from nearly a year ago that was reported on lifehacker titled “The Most Common Health Issues That Affect 25 Different Dog Breeds.” The list provided herein is informative, valid and useful, particularly for those who own or are considering ownership of one […]
Pet Obesity On The Rise
The excitement of starting a new year is upon us. As we focus on our resolutions for 2017, I have no doubt many of us have set goals that include eating healthier, getting more exercise and losing weight. What about for our pets? Unfortunately, the continuous rise in obesity in the United States is not […]
Pets Close To My Heart – Part 2
This is the second and final installment of “Pets Close To My Heart,” a pictorial expression of gratitude to the client’s that have entrusted the care of their pets to me throughout this past year. I sincerely hope you enjoy viewing these beautiful companion animals. May your family including both human and pet children have […]
Pets Close To My Heart – Part 1
I hope everyone is enjoying the Holiday Season. Today instead of writing a typical story about animals, animal care or animal tips, I decided to share my gratitude for the client’s that have entrusted the care of their pets to me throughout this past year by sharing pictures of their pets taken during my visits. […]
Christmas Puppies
An article highlighted in the Pet Sitters International Weekly News Brief titled “A Reality Check Concerning Christmas Puppies” recently caught my attention. While the article’s introduction discusses the joy and excitement of surprising the kids with a puppy or rescue dog for Christmas or on the eighth night of Chanukah, it primarily focuses on questions […]
Pumpkin For Your Dog
Halloween and Thanksgiving have past, but pumpkin’s are still in season with the holidays in full swing now and Christmas just around the corner. Yes all things pumpkin are still in vogue. You can smell it wafting in the air along with the spicy scent of cinnamon. This is especially true of pumpkin pie this […]
Microchips Help Ensure Happy Endings For Lost Pets
One month after the historic flooding in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area, hundreds of animals were still waiting to be reunited with their owners. These pets left in limbo had no identification tags or had identification information that was incorrect. None of these animals had microchips and/or microchips with updated information. All these issues greatly […]
Lose Weight With The Help Of Big Dogs
Did you know that owning a dog could help you lose weight? This is especially true if the canine is a large breed. Of course dog ownership regardless of size is not the primary cause in assisting people with weight loss, but rather a motivating factor. A study conducted by researchers at Liverpool University studying […]
Skin Cancer In Cats
The subtle signs of skin cancer in your cat can appear as innocently as a wart or a scratch. Unfortunately, these signs can go undetected until the late stages of the disease. The signs of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) can be difficult to recognize in cats, as this common form of skin cancer can appear […]
