Therapeutic Massage for Pets

The word massage for most people brings to mind images of a dark lit room, soft relaxing music playing in the background, the smells of incense filling the room, as you lay on a table feeling relaxed and calm. While these images are not incorrect, massage can be much more. There is a whole other side to massage that goes beyond offering relaxation. This other side is known as therapeutic massage, and this is the type of massage I offer to your four-legged family members.

Why Does My Dog or Cat Eat Grass?

Have you ever wondered why your dog or cat is eating grass? Many pet owners now know that what you put into your pet nutritionally is very important. Many of the natural and better dog foods are getting some traction in the market place as pet owners become more educated about the difference between high quality ingredients versus pet foods consisting largely of corn, wheat and other fillers.

Why Hire A Professional Pet Sitter versus a Neighbor or Friend?

Why Hire A Professional Pet Sitter versus a Neighbor or Friend?
Here is a true story about a family who left their dog in a care of a close family friend during the holidays.

dog walker with company tshirtLike many other individuals out there, they’ve had friends care for the house and pets before without problems. Their dog would be allowed to stay in the comfort of his own home and even though they didn’t have to pay for it they made sure to give their friend a nice gift for being there and for helping out.

Make No Bones About It…Why Bones Are Bad for Dogs

Can giving your pet dog a bone hurt him?
(As a pet sitter I strongly recommend that you take heed.)

Everyone knows the line about giving a dog a bone. It keeps them busy, quiets them, it placates them. It makes them happy. And so was born the cliché…

Certainly our dogs’ ancestors relied on bones, as well as the meat of their prey, in order to sustain themselves. They effectively devoured them without second thought, crushing them for proper ingestion. So if it was good enough for them, Rover will certainly benefit too, right?

Weighty Issues for your Pet Dog or Cat

Just as our pet dog or cat like to lounge in the sunshine, this is the time of year when we start to think of the warmth of spring. And the shedding of heavy clothes in exchange for sleeker summer styles. And we start to think of our physique, and any extra pounds we may have added over the long winter.

Is Your Pet Being Over Vaccinated?

Does your pet need to be vaccinated yearly?
If your pet has been vaccinated in the past, adequate antibodies may be present in their system. “While there is evidence that some vaccines provide immunity beyond one year, revaccination of patients with sufficient immunity does not necessarily add to their disease protection and may increase the potential risk of post-vaccination adverse events.”- AVMA vaccination principles. “The patient receives no benefit and may be placed at serious risk when an unnecessary vaccine is given” says Dr. Ronald Schultz. “Few or no scientific studies have demonstrated a need for cats or dogs to be re-vaccinated.”

Winter Weather, Stiff Joints For Pets

This time of year brings out the jackets and mittens for humans and some pets. The chill in the air is downright frigid sometimes. And for many of us, we notice aches and pains a lot more than we did in the relative comfort of the summer and fall. The same thing can hold true for pet sitter in suwanee with dog, pet sitting lawrencevilleour pets. Winter may be the first time you notice Buster your pet is getting a little slower. Arthritis pain is just as real for our pets as it is for us. Slowing down is often not just a “side effect” of getting older, but can be an indication of the pain of osteoarthritis. And even though this cannot be cured, this painful condition can be managed. But you need to know how to recognize it first!

New Years Resolutions for You and Your Pet

Is Your Dog or Cat Overweight ?
Resolve to Change it and they will live longer, healthier, happier lives.

an overweight dog would benefit from more physical activityOver 50% of U. S. pets are overweight . This can lead to a shorter lifespan, health problems as they age and difficulty walking with extra weight bearing down on their joints. Here are some simple ways to keep your dog or cat’s weight in check or help them to lose weight.

Top 5 Holiday Dangers For Your Pet

Good Dog Pet Sitters Let You Know:

The Holidays can be hazardous to your pet’s health. Here is a list of things to look out for…
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Dangling decorations: These look like toys to your dog or cat. Glass ornaments break easily and are extremely harmful if ingested. Opt for plastic ornaments at least for the lowest hanging branches of your tree, and eliminate tinsel altogether. Cats find it irresistible.

Pet Sitters Tips…Cats Do The Darnedest Things

Pet Sitters Tips: Who rules the roost at your house, the cat or the dog?
Professional Pet Sitters think there is a good chance it’s the cat. They are almost always the “Alpha” over the dog. Watch this funny video. It is a purrfect example!

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