Keeping a Watchful Eye: Recognizing Signs of Illness in Dogs and Cats
Our pets are beloved members of our families, and their health and well-being are of utmost importance. As responsible pet owners, we must watch our furry friends and recognize the signs of illness. Dogs and cats, just like humans, can experience various health issues, and early detection is key to ensuring prompt medical attention and […]
Pawsitive Purrs: Nurturing a Healthy and Happy Cat
Cats are like balls of fur that bring us laughter, companionship, and the occasional scratch. As dutiful cat servants, it’s our responsibility to ensure our furry overlords lead healthy and happy lives. We can create an environment that keeps them purring with joy by providing them with proper care, nutrition, mental stimulation, and an abundance […]
The ABCs of Pet Nutrition: Feeding Your Furry Friend for Optimal Health
Greetings, fellow pet parents and animal enthusiasts! If you’re reading this, chances are you have a furry friend by your side, or you’re considering adding one to your family. One crucial aspect of being a responsible pet owner is ensuring that our beloved companions receive proper nutrition. Like us, our four-legged pals need proper nutrition […]
Puppy-Proofing Perfection: Crafting a Paw-fect Haven
Bringing home a new furry friend is like injecting pure joy and boundless energy into your life. The excitement of those wagging tails and wet-nose boops can’t be matched! However, along with the cuteness overload, puppies come with a side of mischievousness. They have an uncanny ability to sniff out trouble and find themselves in […]
Giardia
Giardia is a common and frequent problem that we face here in the Pacific Northwest. What is the prognosis for Giardiasis? The prognosis is good in most cases. Debilitated or geriatric animals and those with incompetent immune systems are at increased risk for complications, including death. All pets diagnosed with Giardia should be re-tested two […]
Interview questions to ask a potential pet sitter/walker
Whether you’re going on a quick weekend getaway or an international adventure, finding a trustworthy pet sitter is a crucial part of planning your trip. Leaving your pet in the care of a stranger can be stressful, but finding the right pet sitter will allow you to enjoy your time away knowing that your furry […]
Why we walk our dogs
Why do we walk our dogs? Some might think that it doesn’t require a reason and then again, there are probably many reasons. There are obvious ones like your dog needs to relieve its self. Perhaps they are a breed that is very high energy and needs to work off some of their pent up […]
Getting a puppy!
You have been thinking about getting a puppy for some time now. First, let me say that is a very important step! You have given it some thought. Being a pet care professional, I love it when we get to be part of a puppy family. But here’s the thing, puppies take work! So before […]