National Pet Fire Safety Prevention Day
Today, July 15th, is “national pet fire safety prevention day” in Saugus. According to the AVMA, about 40,000 pets die in residential fires each year, most from smoke inhalation, and 500,000 pets are affected overall. While fires can be started by people and pets...
Dangers of Water Intoxication in Dogs
Last month, we discussed the importance of keeping your dog well hydrated in the warmer Massachusetts weather! However, when your pup likes to play and drink too much from the hose, the pool or the local lake – water intoxication is just as dangerous, or even deadly...
National Pet Hydration Awareness Month
A lot of people understand that as the warm weather comes, we need to up our fluid intake to avoid getting dehydrated. Dehydration has many symptoms and can set in quickly. Older adults, young children and athletes, are especially at risk of dehydration! If you are...
Lost Pet Prevention Month
Every New England summer, that dreaded day for most dogs and owners alike, comes rolling back around… Independence Day. July 5th is historically the busiest day of the year for the majority of shelters in the US. According to the ASPCA, there are over 7.6 million pets...
5 Gift Ideas for Father’s Day (from the pooch)
Father’s Day in Massachusetts, is just around the corner… It is for celebrating and honoring the dads, uncles, brothers or any important male figure in our lives. We often forget about the sacrifices and all the contributions these men have made, and for our fur...
Take Your Dog to Work Day
Professional pet owners rejoice! June 17-21st is “take your pet to work week”! Friday, June 21st is the official “take your dog to work” day. This pet holiday was created by PSI in 1999, to raise shelter awareness and adoption. But, before you go ahead and mark it...
5 Ways To Remember Our Pets on World Pet Memorial Day
Losing a pet is argument ably, one of the most difficult days that we could ever conceive as pet parents. Often times, we grieve for a long duration of time and can’t help but to reminisce about all the amazing times, and memories we shared with our fur babies without...
4 Dog Friendly Outdoor Activities in Massachusetts
As one of the tiniest states in America, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is easily explored in a day. Even so, we have more than our fair share of parks and playgrounds to keep us active for a lifetime. In fact, Boston has been named one of the fittest cities in...
How to Have a Flea-Free Warm Season In Saugus
How to Have a Flea-Free Warm Season in Saugus Warm weather is finally sweeping through Saugus, Massachusetts. It’s a great time to go hiking, mountain biking, skating, climbing and all the other amazing outdoor activities that are available in New England when ice and...
5 Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day (From the Fur Babies)
Being a mother is arguably one of the toughest and most impactful jobs on the planet, but it is often also one of the most underappreciated. Because of this, Mother’s Day in Massachusetts provides a wonderful platform for everyone to recognize the sacrifices women...
How Dog Parents Can Prepare for May Weather
After a long New England winter, virtually everyone in Massachusetts is looking forward to warmer weather. Unfortunately, this was preceded by a long, wet month of April. Still, as the old adage goes, April showers bring May flowers, making this new month the best...
What to Look for in a Pet Sitter in Saugus
You will never find a pet sitter in Saugus, or anywhere else, who loves your dog as much as you do. You and your pooch have built countless memories together, from daring leash escapes, to forbidden squirrel chases, and endless tummy rubs on the sofa. Even so, you can...
“National dog bite prevention week” – Dog Gon’ Good Time
Yes, many of us dog owners and dog lovers, are in denial that our precious fur babies could ever hurt us or our loved ones. According to the AVMA, it is estimated that amongst the 90 MILLION dogs in our homes today, there are reportedly 4.7 million dog bites per year;...
How to Protect Your Cat from Heartworms
Did you know that this month is Heartworm Awareness Month? If you already did, I wish I had a cookie to give you as a reward! If not, read on to learn more about what heartworms are, how animals become infected, and what you can do to protect your...
Pet Friendly Plans You Can Make This Easter
Pets have become an increasingly important part of people’s lives, so it’s no surprise to anyone that fur parents look for new ways to incorporate pets into holiday celebrations. One such celebration many of us look forward to is Easter. Whether you have...
How to Prevent Pet Poisoning
Last week, we shared six things that may poison your dog or cat. If you haven’t yet given it a read, we highly recommend it. It’s Pet Poison Awareness month and we are dedicated to helping fur parents like you keep their treasured pets safe. So, this week,...
6 Things That May Poison Your Dog or Cat
Most poisons are obvious, but some may sneak up on you from the most unlikely sources—like your table scraps. Because of this, fur parents report over 100,000 cases of pet poisoning each year. While many of these result from the nefarious acts of strangers...
4 Awesome Perks of Being a Pet Sitter
Many people choose a career because of the money or a family legacy. Some can’t even begin to remember what led them down the path that ended in their current career choice. The truth is: very few people actually succeed at making a career out of what they...