Top 5 Dog and Cat Interactive Enrichment Toys
Since many states have started stay at home orders due to Covid-19, many of us have been walking our dogs much more, and pets have been enjoying more playtime. But for those of you you who are getting bored with the usual walks and need to work from home at some...
Dog Bite Prevention
April 12 - 18 2020 is Dog Bite Prevention week. To begin our understanding of this serious issue, let’s go over the statistics. There are an estimated 78 Million dogs residing in the US. 38% of homes have at least 1 dog. 4.5 Million people are bitten by dogs each...
Coronavirus
Hi all, In this blog, I thought it would be helpful to discuss the facts, fears and policies we are undertaking in regard to coronavirus. There is a lot of worry, fear and some panic and I thought it’d be helpful to share some insight from reliable sources and let you...
Urgent plea: 2 Big Dogs In Need of a Home
2 weeks ago, my client passed away. Sad, of course. But what makes it even sadder is he didn't prepare to have his dogs in his will. I have been their primary caretaker the last 2 1/2 years, and have become quite attached to them, I love them like my own. It kills me...
2019 Best Dog Walking Service – Ranch & Coast Magazine
We are excited to announce that Ranch & Coast Magazine has named Claws and Paws Pet Sitting Service the Best Dog Walking service in 2019! We are over the moon elated and honored to again win this prestigious recognition (we also won in 2016 & 2018). The...
15 Preparations To Make For Your Pet Sitter
You've planned your vacation and gotten your ducks in a row, with a professional pet sitter all lined up to care for your pets at home. But did you know you can help avoid any hiccups by helping your sitter out with some valuable information? Here are 15...
What To Know About Microchipping
Welcome spring, and June! Did you know June is National Microchipping Month? Chances are if you have adopted your pet from a shelter, he or she is already chipped. But if you bought from a private seller, store or breeder, it's a great idea to get this done asap! If...
11 Places To Take Your Dog on Summer Vacation in North County San Diego
Memorial Day is fast approaching and everyone's in the mood for summertime fun! Before you finalize your travel plans, have you considered bringing your dog with you? These days, it's not necessary to leave the family pets behind, given the plethora of pet-friendly...
Plants That Are Harmful To Your Pets
Yay! It's spring again! Everything's fresh, birds are singing and flowers and trees are all abloom. If you live in San Diego County, you can see the pollen everywhere and wildflowers are super blooming thanks to our wetter than normal winter. If you love gardening as...
8 Tips To Help Find Your Missing Pet
It's every pet owners' nightmare....Fido or Fluffy gets out of the safe confines of your home or leash, and is gone in a flash! There are a million scenarios in which this frightening outcome plays out, I've heard and seen them many times. No matter how it happened or...
8 Dog Park Etiquette Tips
Ahhh...The joys of the dog park....dewy grass in the morning, ears flapping in the cool wind, running with exuberant joy. We can only imagine how great these parks are to our furry canine friends. But have you ever stopped and looked around to see how people and their...
October 2018 Pet Halloween Events in San Diego
Ah, October....the time of year that signals Harvesting, cooling down, preparing for shorter days. But here in San Diego, it's Endless Summer! We may not get as much pretty foliage as other parts of the country, but at least we can enjoy near perfect weather with our...
5 Best San Diego North County Dog Parks
Whether you're new to San diego North County or just visiting with your pooch, you might be wondering where the cool places to take your best friend are. Below are some of my favorite spots to take my dog, along with some locals tips. So put that collar & leash on...
FAQ’s clients should know the answers to, Part 2…free consultations
Hello! In this installment of FAQ’s…I’ll discuss how we sign on new clients. Once you contact us to inquire about our services and check our schedule for availability, we will set up a free consultation. Here’s what you can expect. We meet you and your pets at your...
FAQ’s clients should know the answers to, Part 1…rates
Hello & welcome to spring! It’s been awhile since I posted, but have been thinking about an idea for awhile now. We get the same questions asked by potential clients so frequently, why not address a few here in our blog? I only wish I got around to it sooner. So...
A Howling Good Time…Fun for Dogs in Del Mar
This blog post marks the first of what I hope to be a series of articles about fun places to hang out with your pet in San Diego county. Now that my husband & I have adopted a new dog, we are experiencing the latest offerings in pet friendly businesses. One such...
Dog training by Peni Fitzpatrick
Every dog, no matter how well-behaved, could use an occasional refresher/training session. For the past few months, I’ve been working with Peni Fitzpatrick, a dog trainer in Canada. She travels all over CAN & USA teaching people the basics of canine behavior, calm...