Yearly Archives: 2014

Xmas Safety Tips for Pets

6 Christmas Safety Tips for Cat Owners Keep your cats in mind as you decorate, celebrate, feast, and dash about town this holiday season. Melvin Pena | Dec 12th 2014 SOURCE: http://www.catster.com/lifestyle/christmas-holiday-safety-tips-cat-trees-decorations-candles-allergies  Many cat owners will attest that simply moving a chair entices their cats to climb on it immediately. Maybe the cats are just testing

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New Kitty Checklist

New Kitty Checklist Congratulations on your new kitty! Here are a few things that you’ll need for the transition to having a well-adjusted family member. Also View: https://www.animalhumanesociety.org/adoption/your-new-cat Food Food bowls Water bowl or fountain Collar and tag Litter, box and scoop  Read more about Preventing Litter Box Problems. Stain/odor remover Grooming tools Scratching equipment Beds 

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Preventing Litter Box Problems

Preventing Litter Box Problems SOURCE: http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/cats/tips/preventing_litter_box_problems.html Keeping your cat’s litter box up to his standards is very important. The following suggestions should keep your cat from “thinking outside the box.” Visit the Cat Answer Tool to find a step-by-step guide to preventing (and solving) litter problems » If you cat begins to have litter problems If your cat

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Preparing for Your Dog Walker

Pet Sitter / Dog Walker Check List Pre-Consultation #1  Complete Client and Pet Profiles thoroughly and clearly. Prepare any applicable questions for the pet sitter and or company Ensure emergency contact is someone local (for vacation care) Be sure to list instructions for waste. During Consultation Keep it simple! Be open and honest. Provide and

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Milwaukee Dog – Doorbell Training

Does Your Dog Bark At The Doorbell? Halloween Is A Great Time For Dog Doorbell Training!  SOURCE: http://dogs.thefuntimesguide.com/2010/09/dog_doorbell_training.php Here’s how we trained our dog to stop barking at the doorbell. A dog that barks at the doorbell is especially challenging at Halloween. However, you can look at it as a headache… or as a valuable dog training

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Tricks & Treats for Halloween Pups

Easy Homemade Dog Treats For 4-Legged Trick-or-Treaters On Halloween SOURCE: http://dogs.thefuntimesguide.com/2009/01/homemade_dog_treats.php On Halloween this year, you are likely to see some four-legged friends on your doorstep next to the children. That’s right, more and more people are taking their dogs trick-or-treating with them. So, why not have a separate bowl of dog biscuits at the door

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Back to School Pet Care

Fall: Back to School Pet Tips (source: http://www.animalleague.org/expert-advice/health/articles/seasonal/back-to-school.html) The hurried rush of back-to-school and shorter days means families are spending more time focused on school work and active schedules. Now is an important time to include your recently adopted dog, cat, puppy or kitten in the family’s new routine. Many families adopt a pet during

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Make Your Home Safe for the Sitter

Securing Your Home for Your Pet Sitter’s Arrival In addition to keeping your beloved pets safe, happy and well cared for, a professional pet sitter also attends to the safety and security of your home while you are away.  Here are some tips you can do to help: Make sure your pet sitter is aware

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