Pet Care Articles
1) Don't take your pet to a fireworks display. The sounds and lights will frighten him/her.
2) Never leave your pet unattended outside when fireworks displays are nearby. They could get hurt by falling spent fireworks.
3) If you go to a fireworks display, leave your pet at home in a safe area with the TV or radio on if possible.
4) If you have a trip planned without your pet, make sure you use a licensed, insured, and bonded pet sitter if you don't board your pet at a vet. Paw Minders Plus is licensed, insured, bonded, reliable and trustworthy!
5) Keep your vet's phone number handy in case ... Read more...
Does your dog bark too much? There may be a real reason for all that noise. Perhaps he just wants some attention. The following article provides an interesting thesis behind why some dogs bark excessively...
http://www.dogchannel.com/dog-training/article_barking3.aspx?sc_cid=4882977
The following article is courtesy of Pet Sitters International...
June is National Disaster Preparedness Month for Animals
The first five months of 2011 have brought much destruction; including tornados, floods and fires in the United States and the devastating tsunami and nuclear crisis in Japan. Disasters can happen anytime, anywhere and can take many different forms.
In the event of a disaster, preparation can save lives—yours and the pets in your care. Creating a disaster plan is a proactive way to ensure that you, your pets and clients' pets are safe.
The following eight tips will help pet owners prepare for a disaster.
1. Understand the possibilities. Recognize the different types of natural and man-made disasters that can occur in your area and know how to effectively plan for them.
2. Make decisions early. Different disasters require different courses of action. The sooner you create a disaster plan, ... Read more...