Dog Walking and Pet Sitting services in your own home have many benefits for you and your pets.
Let's face
it, the economy has us all tightening our belts, but the one expense
we refuse to cut back on is the care of our pets. We may be buying
cheaper shampoo, but “Princess” is still going to the groomer's
once a month. That's how it is for us pet parents.
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| All Dogs Need Walkies! |
Dog Walking Services:
You are probably asking yourself, “Is
hiring someone to walk my dog everyday worth it?” The answer is
yes. If you are gone for 10 hours a day, like most of us are...think
of how your dog must feel for those 10 hours. Daily scheduled walks
benefit the dog in many ways, not the just...”I GOTTA GO!!” potty
breaks. Dogs require outside stimulation, exercise and
socialization. Without these basic needs, your cute little
Pomeranian can turn into Cujo.
Working dogs or “high energy dogs”
really benefit from dog walking services. I'm owned by a Siberian
Husky, more like a Werewolf than a dog...and if she doesn't get her 1
hour walk everyday...I am looking at a level of destruction that
would rival Chernobyl. As long as she has her walkies before I go to
work, she is fine. This also helps our training re-enforcement.
Huskies pull, that is what they do....dogs that pull while walking
make the whole bonding experience less than desirable. Hiring a
professional dog walker to work with your dog on pulling issues and
basic commands, really helps you! Consistent training that
professional dog walkers offer makes YOUR walks with your pet much
more enjoyable.
Overweight dogs are highly susceptible
to Diabetes. If your veterinarian suggests more exercise and a
dietary plan for your dog, a professional pet sitter can greatly
contribute to your pets well being through additional exercise as
well as helping you track your dogs progress.
Pet Sitting in YOUR home:
Before
at home pet sitting became more mainstream, your only choice for pet
care while you where away was a family member, Kennels or “Honey,
we cant go”. You have more options these days, with the expanding
pet care services. Choosing a pet sitter that will come to your home
daily or overnight is a fantastic option to kenneling.
For
one, no need to worry about your pet contracting an illness, such as
Kennel Cough & Parvovirus. Stress on your pet is also greatly
reduced by keeping them in their homes.
They
will miss you, they will go through separation anxiety...but having
someone come in to care for them will indeed lessen their stress.
“How do I
choose a Pet Care Professional?”
My dog is my child...crazy, I know...but she is...and I would not
trust her with just anyone. As a Pet Care Professional, I can tell
you what I would look for in someone to be entrusted with her care.
- Licensed, Bonded and Insured – this lets me know they are serious about their services
- Red Cross Certified in Pet First Aid and CPR – life saving credentials
- Disaster Preparedness Plan – If they have one in place, and ask me to have one as well, they are very concerned with the safety of my pet.
- References
- Initial Interviews – Pet Care Professionals take the time to value your needs as well as your pets needs.
- Feedback – A Pet Care Professional will provide you with a diary that notes any marked changes with your pet that may be of concern to you.
- Safety – are they prepared for all types of situations? Do they carry a first aid kit and aggressive animal deterrents?
Finding someone to care for your pet
while you are away is not that difficult. Go with your gut instincts
and always remember...if your pet doesn't like them at the first
meeting...chances are you will not. Animals are a great judge of
character. Let them help you decide.
As always, if you have any questions or
comments...please feel free to comment or contact me at
walkies.doggies@yahoo.com.
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