I thought it would be good to do a blog about reminding pet owners to drive safely with their pets in tow. A survey, which polled 1,000 dog owners, was recently released by AAA Automotive Club. The findings showed that over half the respondents did distracting activities with their dogs while driving. Such activities included …
Monthly Archive: January 2011
Cat hydration advice from your professional cat sitter
Dehydration is a common issue for cats and can lead to serious health problems. This is one of those issues I am always looking out for during my cat sitting visits. Since dry food is so commonly fed to cats over wet food, a cat can easily become dehydrated from not receiving enough moisture in …
From your Highland Village Cat Sitter: A Cat Toy Story
Play time should be a part of a cat’s daily routine. It offers: Physical exercise to help relieve stress, provide weight control, and to add in an overall healthy cat. Exercise, just like with people, contributes to healthy bones, organs, good circulation, and improved flexibility. Strong emotional health by allowing a cat to be a …
Dogs: Winter Exercise Guidelines from Your Highland Village Pet Sitter
Getting pets who dislike the cold to go outside in winter can be a challenge, but chilly weather or not, pets need fresh air and exercise. Following are some guidelines offered by the ASPCA. 1. Entice your dog with games of tug or fetch—the more aerobic the activity, the warmer the dog will be. Use treats …
Pet New Year’s Resolutions
Here are some great New Year’s Resolutions to help enhance the health and add some fun to your pets’ lives. 1. Make sure your pet sees a veterinarian at least once a year for annual exams. 2. Keep your pet on year-round, monthly heartworm preventative. Regularly use flea/tick prevention. 3. Develop an emergency plan for …