3 Secrets To Getting the Most From Your Pet Sitter
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 […]
This Story Will Make You Think Twice Before Boarding Your Pets
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 […]
7 Ways to Memorialize Your Pet – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care
Being a pet parent is a wonderful, rewarding experience. Our pets give us so much joy and love. So, it’s especially-hard when they leave us. We experience this pain quite a bit with our pet sitting fur babies. Personally, I recently lost my Squeaky and my heart is broken over missing him. Even though his […]
Ideas For What To Do With Stuff That Didn’t Sell At Your Garage Sale
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 […]
How to Care for Chickens: The Basics from Lucy’s Pet Care
How to Care for Chickens: The Basics Is raising chickens something of interest to you? It seems like a great way to spend time, get some fresh eggs…I mean you just can’t beat fresh eggs, right? But, apparently, it’s not as easy as it seems. It can be quite the undertaking. However, once you have […]
St. Patty’s Day Fun With Your Durham Dog!
Shamrocks and beer is usually how people see Saint Patrick’s Day. But it’s also another great chance to admire and spend time with your dogs. There are a lot of happy, curious and independent breeds that hail from the Emerald Isle and there is a lot of fun to be had with your pet. Irish […]
Tips for House Training Your Dog – Lucy’s Pet Care
Tips for House Training Your Dog Welcoming a new member of the family is always an exciting time. Whether it’s a new puppy or an older rescue dog, the happiness they bring into the home is simply wonderful. What’s not exactly wonderful is cleaning up accidents on your carpet. However, with patience, persistence, and consistency […]
What is the Best Collar Color for your Cat?
What is the Best Collar Color for your Cat? You love your kitty and can’t imagine anything happening to him or her, right? Well, then you may be shocked to learn that approximately 7-million pets go missing each year in the USA. What is probably even more shocking is to learn that only approximately 0nly […]
Is it Okay to Give a Dog as a Gift?
The holidays are around the corner and you may be thinking about getting a new dog as a gift for the family. While you should never give a dog as a gift to someone unexpectedly, a dog can be a great present for an older child or loved one. There is a lot to […]
Thanksgiving Tips for Pets
While you prepare to sit down to your Thanksgiving feast this year, it’s easy to want to share some of the delectable dinner with your four legged family members. But, it may be best to not give in to the temptation to dole out a portion to your pooch without making sure it’s safe. Some […]
Is It Normal For My Cat To Have Dandruff? – Lucy’s Pet Care
My Cat Has Dandruff. What’s going on? Did you know that just like humans, cats can have dandruff for a variety of reasons? Dandruff is a common skin condition that is distinguished by the manifestation of small, white flakes of skin in the fur. Dandruff, to a large extent, is normal. In most cases owners […]
Tips on How to Prepare for Your First Cat – Lucy’s Pet Care
Tips on How to Prepare for Your First Cat Over the weekend my best friend adopted two kittens. They are so stinking cute, I mean absolutely adorable. It doesn’t help that I almost always have kitten fever. I just love them so much, from their lovable little faces their fluffy little bottoms that rise when […]
What Does It Mean When My Durham Dog Is Lethargic?
What Does It Mean When My Durham Dog Is Lethargic? Why is My Dog so Tired? Dogs are usually playful, happy, and curious beings. However, like humans, dog’s energy levels fluctuate depending on a number of factors. Things that can affect your dog’s energy include diet, fitness, stimulation, and health. If you notice your dog […]
Cat Pain: How to Know if Your Cat is Silently Suffering
Cat Pain: Signs your cat may be suffering Do you know how to tell if your cat may be in pain? You might be thinking “Oh, that’s easy! He’ll cry or whimper!” Not necessarily so! By nature, cats tend to hide their pain or suffering. If you suspect your cat may be in pain, you […]
Should I Be Worried About My Cat’s Weight Loss?
Should I Be Worried About My Cat’s Weight Loss? WEIGHT LOSS IN CATS Many owners get worried more when their cats gain weight than when they lose weight. The cause of the weight gain may be simply because the cat is eating too much, but weight loss usually has more underlying causes. While there is […]
6 Ways To Ease Your Dog’s Anxiety
Stress and Anxiety in Dogs Like humans, dogs have anxiety and fear. Fear is an inherent emotion of nervousness resulting from what is either a real, or perceived, external threat. The fear response of the autonomic nervous system is what is known as the fight or flight effect. Fear as a response to threat is a […]
9 Must-Have Apps for Dog Owners!
9 Must-Have Apps for Dog Owners! Apps have become a significant part of modern life, there seems to be an app available for just about everything. Did you know there plenty of apps out there now for you and your dog? They are pretty cool apps, too – if I do say so myself! Keep […]
Sad Dogs: Signs of Dog Depression
Sad Dogs: Signs of Dog Depression Is My Dog Depressed? We all know that humans have a tendency to suffer from depression. However, far fewer of us are aware that our beloved fur buddies can also suffer from depression from time to time. If you’re concerned about your dog, consider a few tell-tale signs that […]
How Do I Keep My Dog Out of the Litter Box?
Does your dog love “all things cat?” Does he go bonkers for cat treats, food and even toys? Does his love go even further, so that he goes litter box diving for “snacks?” Are you having a hard time keeping your dog out of the litter box? If so, you’re not alone in this dilemma. Those of […]
What You Need to Know About the Durham Dog Flu
What You Need to Know About the Durham Dog Flu You may have already heard about a potentially fatal strain of dog flu that’s been slowly spreading across the country. It first made headlines when a large outbreak occurred in Chicago, back in April of this year. Since then, it’s infected dogs in more than […]