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How to Gain Back the Lost Hour from Daylight Savings Time – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Lucy Moore

It's that time of year, again...Daylight Savings Time! Early Sunday morning, the clock hands "spring forward," and we lose an hour. Sure, the result is more daylight in the evenings (thus, the name "Daylight Savings"), but, we still have lost time in our day. Well, no need to fret about that precious 60-minutes! We have a solution to help you gain back that time! ...

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. ...

Tips to Help Your Dog with Moderate Separation Anxiety – Lucy’s Pet Care

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

A very common challenge of dog owners is that their dog suffers from separation anxiety. The symptoms can vary from mild (a few minor signs of damage to objects, urination, barking) to severe (total destruction of home). Separation anxiety may result in pet parents feeling sadness, anger, frustration and hopelessness. And, if very severe, the behavior can be dangerous to th...

How to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Your Dog – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on February 10, 2018February 10, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Looking for special ways to share Valentine's love with your dog in the Durham area, this year? Perhaps one or more of these ideas will bring tail wags: PET MASSAGE: February 20th 5:45-6:45pm / $10 Pets knead massage too! Pet parents come with or without your pets. Pets friendly with other animals are welcome (typical pet is a dog) One pet per pet parent please. F...

Does My Dog Need a Winter Coat or Sweater? Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on February 6, 2018 by Lucy Moore

Animals wearing clothes can be a controversial subject. Don’t let the Animal Clothes Politics get to you! There are some smaller breed or lighter weight dogs that really need the extra support in the wintertime. Some dogs actually have lighter coats of fur than other dogs, so they are suffering more from the cold than other pups out there. How warm your dog’s body is able to ...

Hiking with Your Durham Dog – Tips and Trails – Lucy’s Pet Care

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

Hiking with your Durham dog is a great way to bond with your pet. Before you take in the great outdoors, there are a few things that you need. Basic First Aid Kit Dogs and people are prone to injury especially while being more active. Although it's cold out now, when it's warm you also have to think about bees, snakes, and other critters that will be trying to take a bite...

10 Safety Tips for Dog Walking After Dark- Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on November 18, 2017November 18, 2017 by Lucy Moore

10 Dog Walking After Dark Safety Tips Now that the time has changed to Standard Time and the days are getting shorter, it's impossible to avoid walking our dogs after dark. So, I thought I'd write this post with some tips to help you and your pup stay safe. 1. DON'T WEAR VALUABLES Or, at least don't wear jewelry that's clearly visible to potential thieves. 2....

3 DIY Homemade Thanksgiving Dog Treat Recipes – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on November 9, 2017 by Lucy Moore

Thanksgiving is a holiday that's a time to enjoy family, friends and...food! As we're also thankful for our canine family members, why not show them some extra love by making them their own homemade Thanksgiving dog treats? Looking for some cooking inspiration? Here are some tasty Thanksgiving dog treat recipe ideas that may be of help! PUMPKIN PIE DOG TREATS (courtesy...

10 Ways to Relieve Dog Boredom – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on November 7, 2017November 7, 2017 by Lucy Moore

10 Ways to Relieve Dog Boredom 1. Play Hide and Seek With Your Pup A good way to relieve dog boredom is playing a little game of hiding treats with you dog. This will be entertaining for them and filling. You’ll also be teaching them some nose work techniques will tiring them out before guest come over. 2. “Which Hand” game This is another way to work ...

Taking Care of Your Pet When You’re Not Home

Posted on October 25, 2017October 26, 2017 by John Doe

Planning a vacation or going on a business trip? Who’s going to take care of your dog or cat while you’re away? Whether you’re away for 2 days or 2 weeks, you will need someone to look after your pet’s physical and emotional needs. How long can my pet be left alone? Young and old dogs have more difficulty being alone than than middle-aged dogs. “Young” is between 6-19 ...

How to Select the Best Halloween Costume for Your Pet – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on October 6, 2017October 6, 2017 by Lucy Moore

It's Halloween season, everyone! I know most of you have been dying to dress up your pets and have been anticipating an excuse to do so. With that in mind here are some things to consider before buying the future Halloween costume for your pets. There are a few pets that will happily wear the Halloween costumes for us, but for most of us we have a hard time coercing them...

What You Should Know Before Hiring a $10 Dog Walker – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on September 29, 2017September 29, 2017 by Lucy Moore

The Risks of Hiring a $10 Dog Walker or Pet Sitter Owning 3 pets of my own, I know the hard truth about the financial obligations associated with being a pet parent. The regular medical checkups plus the unexpected emergency care; food; treats; toys; housing; leashes; etc. Add to that the cost of care for your pet whenever you must be away - whether for midday dog walks ...

What You Should Know Before Getting a Pot Bellied Pig – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on September 8, 2017September 8, 2017 by Lucy Moore

Are you looking for a pet that's different from most? One that is super-cute and smart? Is "Charlotte's Web" your favorite book? Well, perhaps a pot bellied pig might be your perfect pet! Here are a few things to consider, before making the choice to add Wilbur to your family. ZONING/PERMITS/REGISTRATION: You'll want to check your city/county ordinances to make su...

Top 3 Benefits of Crate Training – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on August 31, 2017September 1, 2017 by Lucy Moore

To Crate Train or Not To Crate Train.... There are differing opinions on the method. In this post, I'll share with you the Top 5 Benefits of Crate Training. This information might help you make a decision as to whether or not it's a route you choose to take with your own dog. Many people are opposed to crate training because they feel the confinement is cruel. However, wh...

Ideas For What To Do With Stuff That Didn’t Sell At Your Garage Sale

Posted on August 30, 2017August 30, 2017 by Lucy Moore

The weekend is drawing to a close and your garage sale customers are starting to dwindle. You've had a successful garage sale...but, there are some unsold items. Now you're wondering, "What am I gonna do with all of this stuff?!" Here are some ideas to help you get rid of the rest of your unwanted things. IF YOU'RE STILL LOOKING TO MAKE SOME MONEY: List for Sal...

Back to School Time – Tips for Helping Your Dog Adjust – Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on August 21, 2017August 22, 2017 by Lucy Moore

Summer is coming to a close and back to school pictures are being snapped by the hundreds. Days spent lounging in bed, on vacation, and playing with friends are traded for early mornings and classrooms. A house bustling with activity all day long turns quiet for long hours of the day. And this can leave your dog feeling confused and lonely. You may even notice a change in appe...

How to Puppy-Proof Your Home

Posted on August 11, 2017 by Lucy Moore

How to Puppy-Proof Your Home Puppies are bundles of energy and tend to get into all sorts of trouble indoors and outdoors. Certainly, this is because they are very curious about the world around them. Clearly, your goal is to protect the new member of the family and keep that puppy safe. The best course of action is to puppy proof your home, before bringing home the new pupp...

Do I Need to Register My Dog as a Service, Emotional Support or Therapy Dog?

Posted on July 21, 2017July 22, 2017 by Lucy Moore

Sometimes we need a little assistance getting through daily tasks. Whether it is due to mental or physical disabilities and ailments, there’s no shame in needing a helping hand. And sometimes that hand comes in the shape of a paw. That's why you may be wondering, "how do I register my dog as a service, emotional support or therapy dog?" Well, we have some answers and links for...

Top 10 Summer Safety Tips for Dogs – Lucy’s Pet Care

Posted on July 6, 2017July 6, 2017 by Lucy Moore

Top 10 Summer Safety Tips for Dogs 1. Apply Sunscreen : Yep! Even your little pups need sunscreen if they spend more than just a little time in direct sunlight in the summer sun. This is especially true if they have fair skin or short hair. 2. Plenty of Water: This is probably the most common summer time problem for pets as well as people. This is especially true ...

Memorial Day Weekend Fun with Your Dog – What To Do Memorial Day Weekend

Posted on May 21, 2017 by Lucy Moore

Memorial Day weekend is a great time to be able to relax with your family, enjoy some fun in the sun, and most of all celebrate the ones who have helped create the great country in which we live. And it’s not a true family celebration if someone is left out, Fido included! Here are a few “paw-some” ideas for Memorial Day Weekend fun with your dog. Go on a road trip Strap in ...