Review of Olympus Park in Encinitas, CA
Overview Recently my husband and dog visited Olympus Park in Leucadia, CA. This park is a great place for dogs and their owners to enjoy some outdoor fun. This small park is relatively new (about a year old), well-maintained and has plenty of space for dogs to run and...
Foxtails Abound!
Spring is here, the weather’s warming, and it seems everyone’s going hiking with their dogs! That’s all good news, but did you know there are some very dangerous plants and weeds out there that can kill your dog? I don’t want to alarm you, but you need to know the...
Introducing our NEW VIP Club membership!
NEW VIP Club membership! If you need monthly 30 or 60 minute visits for your pets, have I got good news for you! We’re offering a NEW monthly membership that benefits not only your pet, but you! Read below to check out all the goodies included for you and your furry...
Fun Facts About Irish Pets and Their History
Happy St, Patrick's Day! Interested to know which pets are hot in Ireland? Read on for some fun facts about Irish pets and their history. History of Pets in Ireland Pets have been part of Irish culture for centuries! Dogs have been a part of the Irish people's lives...
National Cat Health Month
February is National Cat Health Month, a great time to learn more about keeping cats healthy and happy. Here are some tips to consider. 5 ways to keep your cat healthy 1. Provide a balanced diet full of the essential vitamins and nutrients your cat needs. Avoid...
October Pet and Howloween events in San Diego County
There’s always something fun happening in San Diego North County and environs, especially for pets! Halloween is a fun time for getting your pet dolled up and strutting their stuff. Here are a few options of fun events in America’s Finest City, Encinitas, Oceanside,...
Dog Training 101: The Basics
Giving your dog obedience training is one of the primary things to give your dog besides food, shelter, and exercise. Whether the dog you just got is an adult or a puppy, you must train them while they are still adjusting to the place. Training them keeps the people...
How to manage diabetes in cats
You might think of diabetes as a human condition, but it can affect your pets, too. Up to 1% of cats have diabetes, with Type 2 diabetes making up 90% of those cases. Just like their human owners, cats with diabetes cannot effectively produce or respond to the hormone...
Halloween Events in San Diego North County and Beyond
It’s that time of year again…cooler weather and frightful happenings for all, including our pets! If you want to get out and have some spooky fun with your furry ones, I compiled a list of haunted happenings in the Encinitas area and beyond. Check with the host before...
Ticks and what to do about them
It's about to turn into summer, although it's felt quite summery for a few weeks here in the San Diego area already. Not much May grey or June gloom to speak of. And I've noticed an uptick in....ticks! No pun intended. I've pulled 2 ticks off a client's dog in 2 days....
Why Does Your Pet Stare At You?
Your pet does some really interesting things around the house. One of the questions we often ponder is "why does my pet stare at me?" There are a few reasons why your pet could be staring at you. Read on for insight into the mystery. Dogs often stare because they want...
What’s so dangerous about dogs eating gum?
Did you know Xylitol (commonly found in sugar-free gum, as well as many other foods) is more dangerous to dogs than chocolate? Most people know about the chocolate danger, but I’m here to educate you on Xylitol specifically, as I recently had a close call with a...
Pet Poison Prevention
March is here, the birds are signing, blooms are opening and spring is knocking on our door. Did you know March is also Pet Poisoning Awareness month? Check out my blog about poisonous plants here (https://clawsandpawspetsitting.com/?s=poisonous+plants) for tips on...
5 Ways to Show Your Pet Some Love
February is for lovers. And who deserves more of your love than your pet? Most of us have a deep, devoted and undying love for our pets. Here are some ways to show love to your pet that you might not have considered or may be unconventional. 1. Clean up their...
5 Reasons to Observe Walk Your Pet Month
Congrats, we made it to 2021! Well, if 2021 were a subscription service, I’d end my 1-week trial and unsubscribe. But alas, pandemic or not, this is our life now. But just because California is in yet another lockdown, doesn’t mean we have to park our butts on the...
(Not the Same Old Info on) Emergency Preparedness for Your Pets
Recently, one of my (very organized) clients and I had a discussion about what would happen to their dogs in case something happened to them and they couldn’t ever come home. It’s not the most pleasant of conversations, but let’s face it, accidents and awful...
COVID Safety Precautions
lAs pet sitters & dog walkers, we are an essential business and have been working, albeit very little, throughout this pandemic. The summer was only busy for a couple weeks, then November and Thanksgiving was busy, but the rest of the time slow. I wanted to update...
How Much Notice Does Your Pet Sitter Need When Requesting Dates?
After 24 years in the pet sitting business, it always amazes me when a client (or potential client, particularly) attempts to book several days of pet sitting over a holiday....days before the actual holiday! Now, don't get me wrong, I don't judge. I know there are...