Pet First Aid Month: Be Prepared Before an Emergency Happens (April/May 2026))
April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month—a timely reminder that accidents and health issues can happen when we least expect them. Whether you’re a pet parent, pet care provider, or simply an animal lover, having a well-stocked pet first aid kit (and knowing how to use...
Poison Prevention Awareness Month: Protecting Pets Starts at Home
March is Poison Prevention Awareness Month—a timely reminder that many everyday household items can pose serious risks to our pets. From human medications and cleaning supplies to certain foods and plants, and most commonly these days, THC/CBD products, accidental...
Doodle Dynasty or Mutt Medley
We're posting this month's newsletter column "The Pawscription Pad" with Dogtor Adriene Edwards of PETSFirst TLC Veterinary Center in Silver Spring. Dogtor Edwards shared her thoughts on DNA testing. I always had a fascination with genetics, that is—the...
What Your Dog Walker Wishes You Knew in Winter
Winter is a beautiful season, but for dogs — and especially for the people who walk them — it comes with real challenges. As professional dog walkers, we spend long periods of time outdoors every single day, often in cold, wet, windy, or icy conditions. We wanted to...
Sound Matters: How Noise & Music Affect Your Dog’s Well Being
Recently, I went on a trip to visit friends with Baby James and hit the road with my Apple music playlist all set. Jimmy took quite some time to settle (actually sit down) and it didn't strike till I was 30 minutes into my beltiing that I realized he was simply...
Heroes without Borders: Celebrating Inspiring Dog Rescues
In light of adoption observances this month, we decided to spotlight a few international rescues who across the globe, work tirelessly to give abandoned, abused, and forgotten dogs a second chance. Their compassion, commitment, and creativity make the world a kinder...
Hypoallergenic Cats: Breeds and Facts To Know
Hypoallergenic Cats: Breeds and Facts To Know We were overdue for a cat feature so given this month hosts several cat observances, and given we received a tip on hypoallergenic cats, it all aligned. If you or someone you know is considering a cat (no not one injured...
Service, Therapy & Emotional Support Dogs – A Big Difference
Service, Therapy & Emotional Support Dogs - A Big Difference 🐾🐕🦺 In light of National Service Dog Month, we thought we'd stop to highlight a few very important distinctions. Three terms often used interchangeably are service dogs, emotional support dogs...
Is Your Dog Hydrating or Just Splashing for Fun? 💦🐶
Let’s be honest—most dogs drink water like it’s a contact sport. Half ends up in their mouths, the other half on your kitchen floor. But did you know that how much (or how little) water your pup drinks can actually be a sign of their health? A lot of folks assume that...
Ready, Set, Bark!
Text us today and mention the word "barketing" and get 10% off your first 2 weeks of service. Be sure to include your location (either exact address, closest intersection or building), days of the week for walking, cat care, or boarding dates desired as well as the age & breed of your pet. We'll get right back to you.
