Posted on

Learn About Navigating Pet End of Life Care

Learn About Navigating Pet End of Life Care

In home pet euthanasia. There comes a day when every pet parent has to come to terms with their pet’s passing. This unfortunately means making the difficult decision between a “natural death” or humane euthanasia. I imagine just about everyone would like their pet to comfortably crawl into their bed one night, drift off to …

Posted on

Stay Vigilant – Protect your Pet from Summer Pests!

cat scratching ear

Summer means hotter temps, longer days and of course BUGS! Yes, lots of them. Even though we’re still in spring, it’s crucial that you begin thinking about protecting your pets from pesky seasonal pests (try saying that five times fast!). There are several different kinds to be concerned with but luckily – various ways to …

Posted on

The Price of Boredom

The Price of Boredom

by Kathryn Cockrell, Owner of Happy Hound Pet Sitting. We’ve all experienced that moment of panic—you walk into your house and immediately know something isn’t right.  You spot your favorite book lying open on the floor with its beloved pages shredded and scattered around the entire house. The culprit? One very clueless pooch who has …

Posted on

How to Find the Perfect Pet Sitter

yerlin-matu-GtwiBmtJvaU-unsplash

by Kathryn Cockrell, Owner of Happy Hound Pet Sitting. It’s a high stakes situation — you’re leaving your pets and home in the care of a complete stranger. Don’t get me wrong, in-home pet sitters are incredible — but it’s essential that you do your homework before handing over the keys to the castle. Here …

Posted on

Winter Safety Tips for Your Senior Pet

Winter Safety Tips for Your Senior Pet

by Dr. Dani McVety, Founder and CEO of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice As winter’s biting cold sets in, your senior pet may struggle with the cold more than usual—especially considering older pets often do not handle temperature extremes well. The dry, cold air may cause achy joints to flare up, while icy walkways can …