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Safe Game Day Snacks To Share With Your Dog – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on September 16, 2018September 16, 2018 by Lucy Moore

It's Football Season! And, we don't like to leave our furry family members on the bench! Whether you're tailgating at the game or watching at home, you can easily include your furry friend in the Football Foods Fun. Here is a list of Top Scoring safe Game Day snacks to share with your dog. FRUIT Looking to balance your not-so-healthy food choices with some good one...

This Story Will Make You Think Twice Before Boarding Your Pets

Posted on September 15, 2018September 15, 2018 by Lucy Moore

As pet parents, we have several options for care of our pets whenever we must be away from home. And, we always want the best for our furry babies, so we do our due diligence in researching the very best choice. Boarding your pets is a popular choice. I'm writing this post in hopes to help with your research to consider something you might not otherwise put into the mix wh...

Things Your Dog Shouldn’t Eat (And What To Do If They Do)

Posted on September 14, 2018April 11, 2019 by John Doe

The dog may be the four-legged kid in the family, and it is tempting to slip him a treat from the dinner table now and then. However, there are some things that a dog shouldn't eat. Foods that are perfectly good for humans can be poisonous for dogs, sometimes fatally so. Here is a list of thing a dog shouldn't eat and what to do if they eat it anyway: Chocolate It is temptin...

Lyme Disease And Your Dog – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on September 9, 2018September 9, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Lyme disease is caused by the spirochete bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi. It is transmitted to humans and dogs by ticks. It is common in the northeast United States. It is difficult to diagnose because most dogs and people who test positively for it are not clinically ill. Only about 10% of positively tested dogs will ever develop clinical symptoms. A lot of vets would argue that...

Moving With Your Cat – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on August 30, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Moving house can be an exciting time! However, it can also bring lots of stress. This stress not only affects the humans in our household, but, it affects our pets, as well. Cats can be particularly sensitive to changes in surroundings. In this blog, I'll share with you some tips for making the move with as minimal stress to your kitty, as possible. Preparing For Travel:...

How To Stop Puppy Nipping – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on August 6, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Puppies love to play! One of their ways of playing that can be problematic is biting. We want to nip puppy nipping in the bud ahead of time before they get any bigger than a year or so. The overall end of this is to make them stop biting all together. The first lesson is to teach the puppy to be gentle and that we have a more fragile skin protecting us. To start off with...

Should You Give Your Pet Probiotics?

Posted on July 28, 2018July 28, 2018 by John Doe

Health-conscious people have fueled a vast market for nutritional supplements, and this market includes everything from pills to drinks. As a pet lover who considers your furry friends part of your family, you want them to get all of the same benefits you look for yourself. Of course, you naturally want to have some assurance that you are helping, not hurting, them. What Are ...

How Holistic Health Is Changing The Nature Of Petcare

Posted on July 27, 2018January 7, 2019 by John Doe

Holistic medicine involves a variety of disciplines including homeopathy, herbal remedies, massage therapy, nutrition, laser light therapy, and acupuncture. Although most commonly used for people, {holistic health techniques} are easily applied to pets. How Holistic Techniques Can Help Pets Holistic means treating the whole body. Holism is defined by the theory that ever...

Sun Protection For Your Dog – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on July 7, 2018July 7, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Summer is a great time to take your dog out on some adventures. Applying sunscreen is important for you, but, is also important for your pet! Here are some tips for your dog's sun protection. Sunscreen: When chosing a sunscreen for you and your pet, you should pick one that blocks UVA and UVB rays. Products that block both will normally be labled "broad spectrum". Br...

What You Need For Your New Kitten – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on July 2, 2018 by Lucy Moore

You're bringing home a new kitten! Congratulations on your new fur baby! Here's a list of basic supplies you'll need to make sure your new kitten has everything she needs to be comfortable in her new home. Food and Water You'll want to select low-lipped food and water dishes to ensure your tiny kitten can access rations. Even a small plate for food can work well. Prov...

Run with Your Dog – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on June 14, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Looking for another fun way to spend quality time with your dog? And, have the bonus of burning off extra energy and keeping you and your pup happy and healthy? Considering taking your pup along as your running/jogging partner? Read on for tips to make sure you take the proper steps to ensure positive results. Build Up To Full Speed: Just as with humans, canines need t...

Where to Get Frozen Dog Treats in Durham – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on June 13, 2018June 14, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Summertime is upon us! This means lots of fun outdoor play with our pooches: hiking, swimming, wading, rolling in the grass, playing fetch, etc. Once playtime is over, we love to treat our pups to something tasty and refreshing to help cool them down. Here are some frosty ideas of yummy goodies you can get here in Durham! Ice Cream at Oliver's Collar Dog Treat Bakery and...

When Boarding is Best for your Pet- Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on May 28, 2018May 28, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Here at Lucy's Pet Care, we actively Relieve Pet Parent Guilt by coming to your home to care for your pets. Our service has many advantages for your pets and you: convenience; built-in home care services; continuity of care for your pets with regards to environment, schedule and food; etc. However, there are instances when we may not be the best option for your household. H...

Best Summertime Dog Toys – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on May 28, 2018May 28, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Ahhhh, it's finally summer! And, a great time for fun, special, outdoor play with your dog! Looking for ideas of the best summertime dog toys? Here are some that might spark your dog's interest! Kiddie Pool This is a good 'ol standby! Great for dogs of all sizes, as you can adjust the depth of the water. Your dog might enjoy splashing in it or may just plop down f...

10 Ways to Keep Your Indoor Pet Happy – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on May 6, 2018May 6, 2018 by Lucy Moore

How To Keep Your Indoor Pet Happy 1. Make sure you make time for your pet. You are a big focal point in your pets world! You should consciously try to make time for at least one play session a day with your pet. This is beneficial to you both as it can relieve stress, and also help with hyper active pets that will sometimes damage things in the home when cooped ...

What To Do if You Have a Lost Pet – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on April 7, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Losing a pet can be a scary experience, even if it is just for a short while. Hopefully, some of these tips will help you track down or prevent losing your pet. Check the neighborhood. It may behoove you to check the close by neighborhoods as well. This will just involve old-fashioned footwork--driving through, walking through, asking letter carriers, etc. If your neigh...

Update Your Home and Keep You and Your Furry Friends Safe

Posted on March 27, 2018 by John Doe

Are you aware of how advantageous it is to obtain a security platform to be able to check if your family pets are alright? When you're away from home, having a security system can provide more peace of mind for the times when your pet sitter is not actively caring for your pets. If you have an automated security system, you will be able to check on your home with the clic...

Should Shelters Run Background Checks on Potential Adopters?

Posted on March 19, 2018 by John Doe

Where would we be without our furry friends? Most people love their pets and do everything they can to ensure that their beloved companions are well-taken care of and loved. Unfortunately, not everyone feels that way. Some people want nothing more than to harm or neglect an animal. And where do they go to get these animals? At their local pet store or animal shelter. Th...

General Pet Rodent Care – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Pets like hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs and other rodents are good for people who can only give minimal care to a pet in contrast to the amount of work a cat or dog takes. Additionally, these pets are used as a precursor for parents who are thinking about getting their child a kitten or puppy. Pet rodents generally will live three to five years-much shorter than that of a dog....

Easy Steps to Brush Your Dog’s Teeth – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on March 2, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Being a pet parent, we want to do all that we can to keep our pets as healthy, as possible. Something that can help is to regularly brush our dog's teeth, at home. However, if you're new to this, it can seem difficult and overwhelming. So, I'm writing this post to give you simple steps to get started. I hope this will allow you to see that it's not so formidable a task. ...