Category Archives: Pet News

Preparing for Your Dog Walker

Pet Sitter / Dog Walker Check List Pre-Consultation #1  Complete Client and Pet Profiles thoroughly and clearly. Prepare any applicable questions for the pet sitter and or company Ensure emergency contact is someone local (for vacation care) Be sure to list instructions for waste. During Consultation Keep it simple! Be open and honest. Provide and

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Milwaukee Dog – Doorbell Training

Does Your Dog Bark At The Doorbell? Halloween Is A Great Time For Dog Doorbell Training!  SOURCE: http://dogs.thefuntimesguide.com/2010/09/dog_doorbell_training.php Here’s how we trained our dog to stop barking at the doorbell. A dog that barks at the doorbell is especially challenging at Halloween. However, you can look at it as a headache… or as a valuable dog training

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Tricks & Treats for Halloween Pups

Easy Homemade Dog Treats For 4-Legged Trick-or-Treaters On Halloween SOURCE: http://dogs.thefuntimesguide.com/2009/01/homemade_dog_treats.php On Halloween this year, you are likely to see some four-legged friends on your doorstep next to the children. That’s right, more and more people are taking their dogs trick-or-treating with them. So, why not have a separate bowl of dog biscuits at the door

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Back to School Pet Care

Fall: Back to School Pet Tips (source: http://www.animalleague.org/expert-advice/health/articles/seasonal/back-to-school.html) The hurried rush of back-to-school and shorter days means families are spending more time focused on school work and active schedules. Now is an important time to include your recently adopted dog, cat, puppy or kitten in the family’s new routine. Many families adopt a pet during

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9 Tips for Stress-free Travel

The Number 1 Tip for Stress-free travel: Hire an in-home pet sitter to care for your animals while you’re away. This will alleviate the worry that your furry loved one is not receiving proper care and attention. It also removes the burden we sometimes put on our neighbors, family and friends. Plan ahead and schedule

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Dog Walking Services Help Prevent Obesity and Other Diseases

Hire a professional dog walker to maintain regular exercise for your dog!  SOURCE: http://www.cesarsway.com/dog-care/dog-health/Keeping-Fido-Fit-not-Fat#ixzz2wvHeqN4M Keeping Fido Fit, Not Fat By Wendy Wilson Our pets weigh too much. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention’s latest veterinary survey, 53 percent of adult dogs and 55 percent of adult cats in the United States — that’s 88.4

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5 Ways to Prepare Your Pet for Spring

Five Ways to Prepare Your Pets for Spring SOURCE: http://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-news/five-ways-to-prepare-your-pets/24414487 By Kristen Rodman, AccuWeather.com Staff Writer March 20, 2014 With the official start to spring, [in Wisconsin], soon temperatures will climb and outdoor activities will return in full force, bringing forth new threats to household pets. However, owners can prepare their pets for the change in

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Milwaukee Pet Sitting Service to Sponsor Donation Drive and Adoption Event

On Saturday, March 29th Brew City Pet Services will sponsor the “March Madness Donation Drive & Adoption Event” at Second Hand Purrs http://www.jsonline.com/business/pressrelease/Milwaukee-Pet-Sitting-Service-to-Sponsor-Donation-Drive-and-Adoption-Event-247622621.html February 27th — Milwaukee, WI Brew City Pet Services exists to provide the best care possible to animals in the local area. And this care goes far beyond just feeding and walking

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