Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Drummer the Gordon Setter


Meet Drummer! He is an 8 month old Gordon Setter and what a love he is. Mellow and playful all at the same time. He had his third training session and went right into his "down" with no hesitation! Then he has some fun play time with Maizie and enjoyed his time out in the sun!! What a beautiful boy he is! We are so proud of him!!

Monday, April 8, 2013

3 Month Old Hogan

Meet Hogan, a 3-month old German Shepherd. Our team gets to visit each with him each day. They have a hard time leaving him after their visits, especially when he looks at them with his big, brown eyes!

Spring is here!

Planning an upcoming vacation and need to find a pet sitter for your furry friend? Contact us....we would LOVE to help. We have a wonderful team of animal lovers who can take your dog into their own home while you are away. OR does your pet prefer to stay at home? We can visit throughout the day while you are away! Let us know!

Friday, June 22, 2012

Summer Water Safety for your Dog

The heat is on in Massachusetts and now is the time when families are heading to their favorite swimming spots to find relief.  Whether you are heading to the pool, lake, or ocean, if you are bringing your beloved four-legged companion along for some fun, please remember these safety tips offered by the ASPCA:

  • If on a boat, use a pet life preserver. Pets can easily slip or fall off a boat. Provide your dog with fresh water.
  • Keep your dog from drinking pool water, which contains chlorine and other chemicals that could cause stomach upset. Also keep pets from drinking any stagnant water, which can contain algae or salt water.
  • If you and your dog are visiting a river, keep an eye out for snakes. Even if they’re not poisonous, snakes can deliver nasty bites if curious dogs get too close.
  • If you’re visiting the beach, supervise your dog closely when venturing into the water. Many dogs aren’t prepared for the motion of the waves.
  • Watch out for rip currents, which are most dangerous during high surf conditions. A strong current can quickly carry a swimming dog away from shore.
  • Learn about marine life native to the area you’re visiting. Jellyfish, lionfish, stingrays, Portuguese man-of-war and other animals on the shore or in the water can be dangerous to both people and dogs.
  • Continually monitor dogs for signs of heat stroke when spending time outside in the heat.
Happy Summer Everyone!