The haute-est Halloween pet extravaganza!
If you’re looking for something fun and meaningful to do this Halloween, consider slipping your happy animal friend into a costume and entering the 10th Annual Haute Dog Howl’oween Parade and Costume...
View ArticlePets can be victims of domestic violence, too
Let’s face it: domestic violence happens…to people and their pets. Pet sitting in Los Angeles has opened my eyes to a lot of bone-headed people who treat their animals poorly. It’s an unfortunate thing...
View ArticleThe Dog Vaccination Situation (And cats too)
Did you know that it’s not necessary to vaccinate your cat or dog every year? Vaccines are helpful and younger pets generally receive the standard shots to protect them against feline or canine...
View ArticleA new addition to this pet sitter’s family
Happy New Year from your trusty Los Angeles Pet Sitter / Pet Personal Assistant! These last few weeks have been a bit busy at Pet Girl Friday headquarters. Our family just adopted a good-ole dog! We...
View ArticleHealthy Dog and Cat New Year!
With the holiday indulging and imbibing over and done with, it’s this time of year – the New Year! – when we vow to be healthier and start eating better. Even though our pets don’t eat and celebrate...
View ArticleIs it okay for a dog to eat grass? Or a cat?
I’ve had clients of my pet sitting business and family members ask me about grass eating so I thought I’d share with you what I’ve learned about dogs eating grass. Let me first say that many cats also...
View ArticleFirst-Aid for Your Dog or Cat
Have you ever had a minor medical emergency with your pet? Have you ever wondered how to care for a dehydrated dog or whether or not you should induce vomiting in your cat after she’s nibbled on a...
View ArticleWhat to do about kennel cough
Have you noticed your canine companion making strange noises lately? Sounds like coughing or hacking coming from your beloved pooch may be signs that he has picked up what is commonly called “kennel...
View ArticleMy Top 5: How to keep your pets cool
We’re right smack in the middle of spring, which means it’s only gonna get hotter as the days go by. Here are my top 5 things to do for your pet – or a pet in your care – to make sure he stays as cool...
View ArticleKeeping your dog (or cat!) where you want her…
Does your dog constantly scale the backyard wall even though you’ve “dog-proofed” it? Does your loving pet leave you “presents” in the night instead of using the cat box or doggy door? Does your cat...
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