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 […]
Leash Law For Cats?
In the town of Kenai, Alaska, officials besieged with complaints about free roaming felines and a growing population of shelter cats, are proposing a cat leash law. That’s right, leashes for cats. The local paper cited a city attorney’s description of the cats as “defecating on private property, invading plant beds, and otherwise disturbing property […]
Meet Romeo The Cat And Juliet The Dog
Romeo the cat and Juliet the dog are an orange Tabby and gray Miniature Schnauzer that until October of last year, had been living together as strays on the street. A Good Samaritan found the pair and brought them to Chula Vista Animal Care Facility in Chula Vista, California. According to Chula Vista Animal Care […]
Smoking Exposure Harmful To Pets
According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), secondhand smoke is not only harmful to monkeys, but also to household pets like dogs, cats, birds, fish and even pigs that are subjected to its exposure. The FDA reported in a consumer update that although many people, both smokers and non-smokers alike, are probably well aware […]
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. […]
Holiday Cat And Dog Photos – Part 2
Christmas is nearly here! Posted in this article is part two of the PetPlan pet photo contest winners as reported by Reader’s Digest. I again start with the Grand Prize Winning photo. PetPlan Pet Photo Contest Grand Prize Winner This card has still gone to the dogs! Take it off now! This is the most […]
Holiday Cat And Dog Photos – Part 1
In the spirit of the Holiday Season, I thought I would share the PetPlan pet photo contest winners as reported by Reader’s Digest. PetPlan Pet Photo Contest Grand Prize Winner This card has gone to the dogs! Naughty or Nice? Is this sweet little pooch as innocent as they seem? Great things come in small […]
