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How to Know You’ve Found the Right Pet Sitter Leaving your beloved pet in someone else’s hands is no small […]
How to Know You’ve Found the Right Pet Sitter Leaving your beloved pet in someone else’s hands is no small […]
When to Book The holidays are a time for relaxation, celebration, and spending quality moments with loved ones. But for
You’ve already picked out a dress, chosen a venue, and finalized the menu. But have you thought about incorporating your
Congratulations on bringing home your new best friend. Here are some important things you’ll need to know right at the
Winter can be a hard time of year for many people, especially those caring for a dog or cat. Keeping
Adopting a rescue cat is, without a doubt, one of the most heartwarming ways you can bring a furry family
It’s Pet Dental Health Month again! We all know that we are supposed to brush and floss our teeth regularly
In the midst of the dreary Minnesota winter, let’s have a bit of fun! We’d like to see how well
Happy holiday season! There are so many great decorations for us pet lovers for sale, but if you have some
The holidays are almost here. If you’re planning a trip in the near future, you’ll need to make accommodations for
As a loving pet owner, you want nothing more than for your four-legged pal to live a long and happy
Dogs who do not receive enough exercise are more likely to act inappropriately. Bad habits include leaping on humans, biting
In America, 67 percent of people keep a pet. This isn’t surprising because being a fur parent comes with many
Yoga is one of the most popular meditation practices around the world. It’s a spiritual discipline that aims to bring
Cats can sometimes get overlooked in the toy department at stores. With limited options, you’re left with rat toys, scratching
Dogs do not sweat through their skin to control the temperature of the body unlike humans. Rather, a dog’s breathing
We all know that having a furry or feathered friend around the house can be a tonic to the soul.
Summer has arrived and apart from it being a great time for you to relax, it’s also the perfect time
As Memorial Day draws near many of us are thinking about all of the great summer grill outs that we
Microchipping Your Pet: How it Works Microchipping your pet tremendously boosts the chances of reuniting if he or she ever
Microchipping Your Pet: How it Works Microchipping your pet tremendously boosts the chances of reuniting if he or she ever
Moving 101: Eliminate Moving Stress for You and Your Pets As a pet owner, your animals are a part of
April is National Prevention of Lyme Disease in Dogs Month. Many of us pet parents give our dogs monthly flea
Springtime is right around the corner here in Minnesota and many of us are ready to get out and about
Thank a rescue volunteer! If you’re a proud parent of a rescue pet, odds are good that you worked with
Being a dog parent isn’t too difficult. Primarily, you just make sure your pooch is fed, walked or played with,
February is National Cat Health Month, so we wanted to discuss something vital to your cat’s health – their litter
Up here in the frozen tundra we call Minnesota, we often need to find ways to amuse ourselves and our
All dog owners love to spoil their pups with some treats now and then, but dog treats can become costly
We know that you’ve been spoiling your fur baby throughout the year, but Christmas is an extra-special time. You may
Getting a pet is not a one-time, spur of the moment thing. While having a pet can be greatly beneficial,
We all know that in order to prevent dry, cracked skin in the winter we must take care of our
Our world is slowly returning to normal, or what passes for normal post-pandemic. We are seeing a sharp increase in
October 17-23 marks Veterinary Technician Appreciation Week! Vet techs are essential to the everyday workings of veterinary clinics and hospitals.
Top Reasons to Adopt a Shelter Dog Everyone deserves a second chance, but second chances don’t always happen for shelter
As pet sitters we have approximately a thousand pet photos on our phones at any given time (and will show
“Labor Day?! I thought you said ‘Labrador day’!” In honor of “Labrador day” here are some paw-sitively hilarious jokes that
August is National Wellness Month, reminding us that self-care, managing stress, and creating healthy routines is paramount to living a
August is Immunization Awareness Month! Most, but not all pet owners believe that vaccinating your pet is essential to their
Don’t want to be the neighbor everyone hates because of your noisy pup? Follow these tips from Whiskers to Tails
Your cat is royalty, why not treat him/her to their own throne? Why buy an expensive cat bed at the
The summer months mean warm sun, cold drinks, and more time spent outdoors. Many pet owners view this as an
Inexpensive, Yet Effective: Cost-Conscious Cleaning Tips for Dog Owners If you’re extremely fussy about the state of your home, owning
It’s paw-ty time! It may be your pet’s “gotcha day” or birthday; it may be Christmas, Hanukkah, or Presidents Day;
Many of us can see the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. Maybe your company has announced a
Just like people, dogs need regular exercise to stay healthy and keeping your dog active is important for both their
March is Poison Prevention Awareness Month and this week is National Poison Prevention Week. With businesses opening back up and
How to Give Your Dog the Ultimate Life of Luxury Who doesn’t love a good massage, a top-notch meal, and
February is Pet Dental Health Month! We all know that we are supposed to brush and floss our teeth regularly
There’s no doubt that our furry friends add heaps of joy to our lives. Pet owners handle the quirks and
This Wednesday is the presidential inauguration and marks not only a transfer of power for our country but an auspicious
What Your Pets Want You to Know About Moving to a New Home Together It’s the new year and along
The holidays are here! And during this busy season of giving, merriment, and Zoom calls, it’s easy to leave the
We all know that we have to winterize our cars and our homes, especially those of us up here in
This year our holiday season is going to be a bit different. There will certainly be adjustments to stay safe
Do you like cacti? Are you looking for a new home project for the coming winter months, especially now that
As busy pet owners, it can be difficult to keep up with the current trends and research. Should you feed
The spookiest time of the year is coming up soon! (And I don’t mean the election…) Our pets have done
It’s National Walk Your Dog Week! I know, I know, your dog is probably thinking “oh dear, not more walks!”
It’s Happy Cat Month! Even though Happy Cat Month is winding down we can still chat about one of my
September is National Pet Insurance Month. Many of us have homeowner’s insurance, renter’s insurance, car insurance, and health insurance. But
The month of August is also known as “Rawgust” for both people and pets. Have you wondered if all the
Are you crafty? Do you tend to present your family and friends with homemade goodies or gifts? Why not do
As pet sitters we adore meeting new pets and always have a smile for a cleverly or uniquely named pet,
The Fourth of July is a fun and festive holiday with barbecues, family, friends, and fireworks. But there are several
Many of us, particularly those of us in urban areas, love being able to take our pups to the dog
June is National Adopt a Cat Month and let’s face it: We love to watch cats whether they’re being silly,
No one wants to think about when disaster might strike, especially now with the current global crisis. We may not
Memorial Day Weekend marks the beginning of summer for many people. Now that we are getting close to warmer weather,
We are all looking forward to that time when things get back to normal; when we return to work or
It’s that time of year again… allergy season. For millions that means itchy red eyes and runny nose and general
Written by: Jessica Brody from Our Best Friends (https://www.ourbestfriends.pet) The day you picked up your new puppy or kitten, you
After so many weeks of social distancing we all might be looking a little ragged. Maybe your hair is too
After so many weeks of social distancing we all might be looking a little ragged. Maybe your hair is too
Now is the time to strengthen your bond with your pets and help them stimulate their minds and exercise their
April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month! We are living in some crazy times right now. You have to plan
If you’re not walking your dog regularly, there’s a chance you could shorten its life by a year or more.
If you’re a cat lover like we are at Whiskers to Tails Petsitting, you’ve probably been known to throw around
When hiring a cat sitter, you want your feline friend to stay safe while you’re away – although we’re sure
There is no clear answer to who loves you more as the science that measures the love emotion in dogs
Pet Sitting Job Prospects Look Bright for 2016 As an industry, pet sitting continues to flourish. Attitudes about pets have
My husband and I have two cats, now two years old. At their next vet visit, we plan to have
I’ve been asking myself this same question. My cat Loki at one point weighed in over 18 pounds at his
Cat owners who leave empty boxes lying around know that eventually the box will contain a cat. What makes a
November is “Adopt a Senior Pet Month.” Older pets are often at a disadvantage at shelters as potential owners find
If you’re planning a Thanksgiving dinner with pets present, here are some tips to make it a special time for
When ghosts and goblins come knocking on your door this Halloween, be ready to make it a good experience for
Dogs are wonderful companions, but they’re also not fussy when it comes to sampling things around the home. It pays
A wagging tail means a happy dog, right? Not always…Since dogs haven’t found a way yet to talk to their