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Test Your Pet Knowledge With a Quiz!

Posted on July 19, 2021 by Lucy Moore

Test Your Pet Knowledge With a Quiz! Who has more varied vocalizations, dogs or cats? If you guessed dogs, you're totally and completely wrong! Cats have up to 100 vocal sounds. Dogs, on the other hand, have about 10! Who received more mail, President Clinton or his cat Socks? Ok, this one was easy, of course, it was Socks! We wonder if he wrote back? Dalmatians ar...

What Does Your Dog’s Growling Mean?

Posted on June 2, 2021 by Lucy Moore

What Does Your Dog's Growling Mean? Grrrrrrrr... often when a dog growls, it's a warning - time for you to step back and assess the situation. Growling can happen for a variety of reasons: when a dog is afraid, in pain, or needs you to back away from its territory or possessions. However, many dogs growl when they play, so let's not panic when we hear a growl. Just like ba...

Winter Exercise Tips for Dogs – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on January 7, 2020 by Lucy Moore

Winter Exercise Tips For Dogs! Even though the weather outside is frightful, your doggy friends still need to get their daily exercise. Not only is it important for their physical and mental health, but it is an important part of the relationship between you and your pup. Here are some ways to get those exercises in without having to go outside. Think of games to play wit...

BEST DOG BREEDS FOR APARTMENT LIVING

Posted on October 7, 2019 by Lucy Moore

Best Dog Breeds for Apartment Living Dogs are the most popular furry friend for people regardless where they live. Some dogs will thrive and be happy in an apartment sized castle, but some dogs need larger spaces in order to be happy and healthy. Of course, the general size of the dog is taken into consideration, but that’s not the only thing. It depends on how m...

Pet Safe Candles – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on August 16, 2019August 16, 2019 by Lucy Moore

I love having candles burning in my home. The soft, flickering light adds so much more interest to an area and ups the cozy factor. However, also sharing my home with my 2 cats and my dog, I have to be very aware of safety issues associated with open flames. I want to make sure my home decor is pet safe. Thus, I've compiled this list of terrific pet safe candles options for...

How to Make Your Move Less Stressful on Your Dog

Posted on June 27, 2019August 13, 2019 by John Doe

When moving to a new home, there are quite a few things to think about. For one, you may have to sell your existing home or find a tenant for it. The house has to be ready to show. There are loads of things to pack and possible repairs to consider. When you add a dog to the mix, it can be complete chaos. However, there are a few ways to prepare your pup for the move and keep yo...

Make Sure Your Dog’s Food Has These 3 Things

Posted on June 11, 2019June 13, 2019 by John Doe

There are more brands of dog food that you can probably care to count to accumulate throughout our supermarkets. When choosing, you may wonder if it's best to go for the most affordable, the kind that you see promoted most often, or the kind that just has the best packaging. In actuality, you need to study it and make sure that it contains the following three things: A Good Bl...

3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Get A Dog – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on April 17, 2019 by Lucy Moore

Dogs can add so much pleasure to our lives! And, puppies are sooooo cute! But, dogs aren't always the best choice of pet for everyone. Here are some reasons why you shouldn't get a dog. You Want Protection Dogs can be very protective of their owners. And, can be a great warning system of approaching danger. However, if you plan to only treat your dog as a commodi...

Help! My Dog Is Overweight! – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on March 18, 2019March 18, 2019 by Lucy Moore

60% or more of dogs that veterinarians see in the US are overweight. Of that 60%, half of those are considered obese. Excessive weight in dogs can lead to many health problems. Joint disease, metabolic issues as well as inflammation are among the issues that can arise in an overweight dog. Obese dogs normally will live shorter lives than their less overweight peers. How ove...

3 Secrets To Getting the Most From Your Pet Sitter

Posted on October 11, 2018October 11, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Let's be real...hiring a professional pet sitter is an expense. And, it can add-up when you need pet care over several days/weeks. So, you'll want to maximize the value you get from every pet visit. Here are my insider's 3 Secrets to getting the most from your pet sitter. CHOOSE THE RIGHT LENGTH OF TIME You might be tempted to opt for the shortest length of ...

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...

Five Things First-Time Puppy Owners Need to Remember

Posted on August 23, 2018January 21, 2019 by John Doe

Five Things First-Time Puppy Owners Need to Remember Congratulations! You just brought your new puppy home, and you're excited about spending your life with your new companion. While your puppy will make a wonderful friend, there's a lot you'll need to teach him while he grows up. If you're a first-time puppy owner, it can be easy to lose sight of the big picture. It's imp...

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...

Something You Should Know About In-Your-Home Pet Sitting…

Posted on August 1, 2018August 1, 2018 by Lucy Moore

When you choose us for in-your-home pet sitting rather than boarding, you might not realize the terrific additional services that are included for free. These services can be worth hundreds....to thousands....of dollars! I'd like to site a recent example of how our in-your-home pet sitter caught a serious problem that could have had disastrous outcome, if she hadn't bee...

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...

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...

Father’s Day Gift Ideas for Pet Dads – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on June 3, 2018June 3, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Do you know a Proud Pet Father? Is he just the most caring, loving, compassionate pet parent on the planet? Will he do anything for his furry, feathered, finned or scaled friend? Whether or not he's a parent to a human child or fur babies, he's still a GREAT DAD! Here are some ways to help him celebrate Father's Day! Handmade Greeting Card: I love to shop on Etsy.co...

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...