Your pets are very vulnerable and depend on you for their safety. Even if you live in an area that is not prone to natural disasters, tragedy can happen without warning. To provide care for your pets during an emergency situation, it is important to have a disaster plan in place. So what constitutes a disaster? […]
April is National Pet First Aid Awareness Month and a great time for all pet owners to learn how best to handle pet accidents and emergencies. Pet Sitters International (PSI) encourages all pet owners to learn what to do if their pet becomes injured. Dr. Emily Pointer, DVM, at Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital in New […]
When you leave your pets with a pet sitter, you do want to have peace of mind. Here is a list of items you should do before going on your trip and are shared with your sitter. Make sure your sitter is aware of anyone who may be on your premises or entering your home […]
Continuing with the idea that you are leaving your pets with a sitter, there is a need to pet-proof your home. Case in point is Rusty the Cat. Rusty loves to open doors, so his owner places items in higher cupboards that are out of Rusty’s reach. Rusty is a perfect example of a pet that can go […]
When you leave your petkids in the care of a pet sitter, you can travel with peace of mind. To make sure your pet sitter has all the necessities to take the best care of your pet, make sure you have completed some major preparation. Notify your veterinarian in writing that a pet sitter will […]
