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Dog Coat Types, Shedding & Maintenance
One of the “perks” of being a pet care service provider is that we meet many sweet and amazing dogs that are all different from the inside and outside. Every dog will require a different type …
FIV – Feline Immunodeficiency Virus – Basic Information
As a cat parent it will be useful to have some basic knowledge about the health of your cat. This will include topics regarding their basic care like diet, dental care and their coat, but …
Cat Urinary Blockage: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
A medical issue that is relatively common in cats is urinary blockage. A cat that suffers from urinary blockage is unable to (fully) pass urine and hence is unable to empty their bladder. Urinary …
Young vs Adult – What to Consider when Adding a Cat or Dog to your Family.
As a pet sitting company, we take care of pets of all ages. Young, adult, and senior pets all have their own specific needs and care …
What Exactly is an ‘Obligate Carnivore?’
Omnivores, herbivores, and carnivores. These terms most likely will sound familiar to most. But have you ever heard of the obligate carnivore? And do you know how this term relates to our …
Everything You Need to Know About Pet Dental Care
Teeth care should be part of any pet’s routine, but is often overlooked, and forgotten about. Teeth care consists of checking your pet’s teeth regularly, providing them with food and chews …
All You Should Know About Litter Boxes
One of the most seen behavior issues in cats is peeing outside the litter box. This is also the most named reason when people surrender their cat to the shelter. In almost all cases, there is an …
Giardia & Toxoplasmosis: Common Protozoan Parasites Seen in Dogs and Cats
Many pet owners will have heard of the condition Giardia and/or Toxoplasmosis, but are unfamiliar with what these infections exactly are, what symptoms …
Keeping Sugar Gliders as Pets – A Beginner’s Guide
With their big eyes, long tails, and cute appearance, the sugar glider is a popular pet. Proper sugar glider care is complicated, and sadly these marsupials are often kept in improper conditions …