Keep Your Kitty’s Litter Box Fresh
Keep Your Kitty's Litter Box Fresh Many people say the most difficult part of having a cat is keeping the litter box fresh, and that can be a challenge. No one, including your cat, likes a smelly litter box, so here are some tips to keep it smelling great! Location,...
My Dog Threw Up Blood!
What Is HGE? If suddenly your dog threw up blood or had a bloody bowel movement, it may be suffering from HGE (Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis). HGE is a syndrome in dogs where large amounts of fluid seep into their GI tract. It's serious and considered a medical...
Do I Need To Groom My Cat Daily?
You're thinking... "huh, my cat grooms herself all day long, why does she need to be brushed?" We've got your grooming question answered! If your feline is long-haired, you should brush her at least a few times a week. If you have a short-haired kitty, then once a...
Top 3 Types of Pet Allergies
Just like us, many of our pets have spring allergies - they are quite common. But determining the cause of those allergies may take a little detective work. The 3 main types of pet allergies are flea, food, and environmental. Just like allergies in people, they may...
Are My Cats Fighting – That is the Question
Do you ever wonder if you're watching a full on cat fight? If you have two or more cats, you may have seen this happen. One minute they are just lounging around; the next minute, they are on the floor biting and kicking. How can you tell if this is just for fun or...
5 Reasons Your Dog Won’t Stop Licking You
There isn't much in this world that tops a kiss from your best friend. Most people attribute licking as a way to show affection; dogs love licking. They lick themselves, lick you, lick other dogs, so is that all about affection, or could there be other reasons for...
Cool Calico Cat Facts
Calico cats are really cool - they have such beautiful markings (tri-color)! But did you know that calicoes are individual in many other ways too? Almost all calico cats are female. The orange and black markings are located on the X-chromosome and female cats, just...
We Were Featured Again in Pet Sitter’s International Magazine
Our Feature in Pet Sitters International Magazine: Meet Jennifer Betts Jennifer Betts, owner of Run and Play in Takoma Park, Maryland, is a master’s level licensed graduate social worker, and started her pet-sitting business as a sole proprietorship in 2014 after...
Crate Expectations
Crate Expectations Crate training your pet is widely recommended by dog trainers and veterinarians. Yet many people resist using a crate because they feel confinement is cruel or unfair. However many people happily put their child in a playpen to keep them safe, so...
Ready, Set, Bark!
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