Jan 10, 2017 | Pet Sitting
Cats are beloved pets in a majority of homes, and the last thing you want for your cat is for him to lose appetite. What you should keep in mind, though, is that cats also experience many problems including stress and sickness which may lead to loss of appetite. When...
Jan 5, 2017 | Dog Walking
Historically speaking, we know that January and February can be the coldest months here in Iowa. Our dogs can always benefit from exercise, though. In fact, a regular dog walk remains one of the best forms of exercise for any pup. As professional dog walkers and pet...
Jan 3, 2017 | kennel alternative
Unfortunately for dog owners, pets often get sick, and it can be very difficult to decide when it is simply a short-lived illness, or when it is a more serious disease that needs veterinarian care. One of the most common telltale signs of sickness in dogs is diarrhea....
Dec 29, 2016 | Pet Sitting
Mother cats try to take care of their babies, but things in nature happen. They can become ill, get stressed, or accidents can occur. A pet sitter or a pet sitting service can help care of these little kittens. Here are some tips to help a person care for orphaned...
Dec 27, 2016 | Dog Walking
When a dog is obese, they can be at risk for some health problems. If a person is not able to walk their dog during the day they can hire a dog walker or a dog walking service to help keep their pet in shape. There are some others tips for dealing with obesity in pets...
Dec 22, 2016 | Pet Sitting
There are lots of common hazards that cats are going to encounter in and around the house. Any experienced pet sitter is going to need to make sure that these are kept away from the cats. A skilled pet sitter is will make sure animals get fed on time and will also...
Dec 16, 2016 | Pet Sitting
Anyone that has cats will know that as soon as the Christmas tree is up, the cats will be trying to climb it. While this may not cause any problems for the majority of the time, there is a chance that the tree could topple over and the cat could get injured. As...
Dec 12, 2016 | Pet Sitting
When a person goes out of town to visit their family over the holiday season, not everyone may be willing to open their home to pets. The holidays can be a dangerous time for pets. When a person is not at home, they should have a pet sitter visit to ensure the holiday...
Dec 9, 2016 | kennel alternative
When a person has a long work schedule, or they are going out of town someone needs to be around to care for their pets. Dogs need to be walked, and all pets need food and water every day. There are several reasons why a person should hire a professional pet sitter to...
Dec 5, 2016 | Dog Walking
Walking in the winter months alone can be difficult. As professional pet sitters, we have a great deal of experience on the topic. Here are seven ways to make it that much more enjoyable as a dog walker. Be aware of your surroundings Always make sure you are keeping...
Nov 30, 2016 | Pet Sitting
If you are a cat lover, then you probably have a love/hate relationship with cat scratching. Your favorite chair and your wits may be in shreds. You may try to discuss this unwanted behavior with your cat to no avail. But on the inside, you know that your cat is one...
Nov 28, 2016 | Dog Walking
Separation anxiety has proven to be a debilitating issue for our fur babies. It is your dog’s panicked response to being left alone. As pet sitters, we have helped many families that are plagued by this unique type of anxiety. It’s important to know that...
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