As the forecast changes and the summer heat is on full blast, we look for ways to stay cool. Many homes here in Long Beach don’t have air conditioning, so other sources of staying cool must be sought. We head to the beach, go for a swim, or hang out at the mall, but we … Continue reading Tips for Keeping Your Dog Cool This Summer
Read MoreMany of us travel to be with our families this summer and we don’t want to leave our furry friends behind. Summer is one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. Traveling can be a stressful and challenging thing to do, not only for us, but for you animals as well. Here are some … Continue reading Traveling with Pets this Summer
Read MoreAs the Fourth of July approaches, we begin to plan our parties and BBQs without much thought of the dogs. Sure, we can leave them inside, but that doesn’t keep them calm during one of those most traumatic days of the year for them. Here are a few ways in which you can help keep … Continue reading Tips to Keeping Your Dog Calm During Fireworks
Read MoreMeteorologists are expecting summer 2016 to be one of the hottest on record. Keeping your pets cool is extremely important during times of warm weather because they don’t have natural cooling systems like humans. Dogs and cats pant in order to cool themselves, but at times, this is not enough. Help your dog or cat … Continue reading Dog Popsicle Recipes
Read MoreThis coming weekend is calling for the first official heat wave of the summer and if forecasts are correct, you won’t be the only one suffering. We all know to give our pets extra water and to keep them out of a parked car, but there are circumstances in which your animals can still be … Continue reading Preventing Heat Stress and Injury in Your Pets
Read MoreWhen you adopt you’re not only adopting a cat, you’re adopting a friend. Each year in the United States, 3.4 million cats enter a shelter. Half of these cats will never leave the shelter alive. Besides saving a life, there are many reasons why someone should adopt from a shelter. With so many cats in … Continue reading Why You Should Adopt A Shelter Cat
Read MoreWe all want to do our part in helping create a clean and safe environment. Some of us go the extra mile to make sure products or behaviors are not harming the environment while the rest does their part in recycling, conserving water and energy. No matter what your role is in saving the environment, … Continue reading Going Green with Your Pets
Read MoreWhether it’s an engraved sterling silver disk from a fancy boutique or a make-it-yourself aluminum circle from a pet store, your cat’s ID tag is more than feline jewelry. It’s a vital safety net for keeping you and your companion together. Tag; you’re it! For their health and safety and your peace of mind, all … Continue reading Collars, Tags: Your Cat’s Safety Net
Read MoreTicks are annoying, awful little insects that can spread diseases. Once embedded into your dog’s skin, ticks can spread Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Ehrlichiosis, Anaplasmosis, Babesiosis, and Lyme Disease. Along with these diseases, ticks can cause tick paralysis, which can produce inflammation and infections at the site of the bite. Prevention is the best step … Continue reading 5 Tips For Keeping Your Dog Tick Free This Summer
Read MoreNew York City based photographer, Sophie Gamand, is hoping her work will help change the narrative that pit bulls are dangerous dogs. Each year, nearly 1 million pit bulls are put down. Sophie’s project aims to show a softer side of pit bulls. To check out which dogs have been adopted … Continue reading Artist Photographs Pit Bulls Wearing Floral Crowns To Show Their Softer Side
Read MoreNow that spring has officially sprung, it’s time we begin to prepare our homes, our bodies, and our goals for the new season. Often times we forget that our pets too need some extra care for the change in seasons. Before you get carried away with the season’s chores, take a minute to understand the … Continue reading Springtime Safety Tips for Pets
Read MoreOne of our biggest fears as pet owners are losing our furry loved one and not being able to find him. Every year, animal shelters receive lost or stranded dogs and cats and unfortunately, a small percentage are returned home. To make sure this never happens to your pets, here are a few tips … Continue reading 5 Ways To Make Sure You Never Lose Your Pet
Read MoreEl Niño has finally arrived in Southern California. This month was filled with rain, thunderstorms, and tornado watches. This stormy season is expected to last well into March, so we have some time before the weather calms down. As you know, most of our dogs fear the howling winds, plummeting barometric pressures, and of course, … Continue reading 7 Ways to Comfort your Dog’s Thunderstorms
Read MorePreparing your dog for winter goes far beyond making sure they are warm and dry. Animals, much like humans, need to switch up their diet to accommodate the changing weather. Sadly, many pet parents do not understand the importance of their pet’s dietary needs. Dogs can experience both weight loss and weight gain during the … Continue reading 5 Nutrition Tips to Keep Your Dog Healthy This Winter
Read MoreTemperatures are quickly dropping and with El Nino on its way, it’s about to be a cold, wet winter. Your pets, much like yourself, are probably not use to cold weather. Here are some tips to keep in mind to help keep your pets warm this winter. Keep your pets inside This may seem like … Continue reading 5 Cold Weather Tips For Your Pets This Winter
Read MoreThank you to everyone who entered our competition for a chance to make your pet a Pet Sit Pros model. The response was astounding and we are happy to announce the top 13 winners who received the highest number of likes. Your pet star is featured in our 2016 calendar and can be downloaded here in pdf … Continue reading Get Ready For The New Year With The 2016 Pet Sit Pros Calendar!
Read MoreYou’re not the only one that is preparing for winter. Now that the season has finally arrived in Southern California, your pets are probably doing a better job winning at winter than you. 1. Winning at being lazy and looking good 2. Winning at cozily eating Santa’s cookies 3. Winning at being Santa’s little helper 4.Winning … Continue reading 10 Times Your Pet Was Winning At Winter
Read MoreThis thanksgiving don’t leave your pet out of the loop. Here are some tasty dishes that you could create for your pet using some of the leftover food you already have from thanksgiving. Mini Muttballs & Ditalini 6 cups chicken broth Salt 3/4 pound ground beef, pork and veal 2 large eggs 1/3 cup chopped … Continue reading Thanksgiving Dishes Your Can Enjoy With Your Pet
Read MoreThe holiday season is upon us and along with family and friends may come unwanted mischief. This Thanksgiving keep your pet safe by knowing what circumstances to avoid. There are certain foods and decorations that your pet should stay away from. Here are a few items you should keep away from your pet. The Turkey … Continue reading Safety Tips: Keep Your Pet Safe This Holiday Season
Read MoreThank you to everyone who entered our competition for a chance to make your pet a Pet Sit Pros model. Your star will be featured in our upcoming calendar. The response was astounding and we are happy to announce the top 13 winners who received the highest number of likes. Here are your winners in … Continue reading To Our Top 13 Winners
Read MoreAs the summer weather fades away and the cooler weather creeps in, people prepare themselves for the upcoming fall months. As you prepare yourself and your home for the weather, don’t forget your animals. Here are some tips on how to properly prepare your home with your pets in mind. Be Mindful Of Your Decorations … Continue reading Are Your Pets Ready For Fall?
Read MoreThere are several Halloween costume ideas for you to choose from for your furry friend. Get into the Halloween spirit and buy a matching costume for you and your pet. Here are some creative costume ideas in different genre types. 1) TV/ Movie Costumes: Off To See The Wizard 2) Classic Costumes: The Patrol Team 3) … Continue reading Great Costume Ideas For Your Pet
Read MoreLets face it Halloween is around the corner and that means it’s time to think about….your pet’s costume! Think out of the box this year and don’t buy a costume, make a DIY costume for your furry friend instead. Here are our top 5 DIY costumes for your pet this season. 1) Ghost: There is nothing … Continue reading Halloween DIY Costumes For Your Pet
Read MoreEvery pet owner knows it is hard to deny your adorable pets face when they run up to you expecting to be part of the BBQ. Did you know there are certain foods you could share with your fury friend? You no longer have to feel guilty about eating your delicious food in front of … Continue reading 3 Foods To Share With Your Pet At A Bbq
Read MoreSummer is a perfect time to play in the water with you pet. The weather is hot and water activities will help your dog stay cool. Many dogs enjoy swimming as much as humans. Whether your wet n’ wild fun involves swimming or splashing, both you and your dog will can benefit from some water … Continue reading Wet N’ Wild With Your Pet
Read MoreCat owners will definitely relate… 1. They seem so innocent. 2. But as soon as you leave they begin to play… 3. Doing things you never imagined were possible… 4. Sneaking into places they shouldn’t… 5. They play dress up … 6. They torture your toilet paper… 5. After that workout they might get thirsty… 6. And … Continue reading When You’re Away Your Cat Will…
Read MoreWe all are feeling the heat this summer! This weekend will be especially hot with temperatures hitting the mid to high 80’s. With that said, here are 5 tips to keep your beloved pup safe while walking this steamy weekend. Paw Checks Checking your dogs paws before a walk is essential during hot weather. If … Continue reading Keep Your Dog Walks Safe During A Heatwave
Read MoreContest Guidelines: We want to make YOUR PET our featured STAR! Pet Sit Pros will be creating a 2016 calendar featuring the happy pets of our supporters and clients. Enter to win the chance for your pet to be featured on a month in our 2016 Calendar! Basic rules: Photos: Pets only, please no people. … Continue reading Pet Sit Pros 2016 Calendar Contest
Read MoreWe all love to go out and enjoy our local events during summer. But as pet owners we love events that much more when we can bring of beloved pets. That’s why today’s post is dedicated to providing you with pet-friendly event and locations for you and your little..or big friend to enjoy together. 1. … Continue reading Pet Friendly Summer Fun Activities
Read MoreWith rising summer temperatures, your dog can really feel the heat. Keeping your dog cool is vital for his well being, as heat stroke in dogs is a life-threatening condition. Keep reading for 5 amazingly simple ways to keep your furry friends safe from the heat! 1. Water While this may be obvious, it is … Continue reading 5 Tips to Keep Your Dog Cool
Read MoreDog allergy symptoms can be hard to recognize, especially since dogs can suffer from allergies to a range of substances. Here are some tips on how to recognize dog allergy symptoms. Seasonal Allergy Symptoms Seasonal allergies occur for three or four weeks during the spring and fall, and then disappear on their own. Seasonal allergy symptoms include: Sneezing Coughing Watery … Continue reading Allergy Season: Identifying Your Pet’s Allergy Symptoms
Read MoreThere are many great restaurants in Long Beach, CA, US that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables. Need help deciding where to eat? Check out the listings below for a detailed description of each restaurant, along with pictures and reviews from other dog owners who’ve eaten there. Bone appetit! Ambrosia Cafe Long Beach, CA, US Ambrosia … Continue reading Dog Friendly Restaurants In Long Beach
Read MoreAdorable dog breeds drawings show us dogs around the world! Artist Lili Chin set out to show the diversity of the dog world and created a series of posters, each featuring several drawings of pups from a certain geographic origin. Which one’s your favorite? Chin also does custom dog portraits and donates a portion of all … Continue reading Adorable Dog Breeds From Around The World Drawings
Read MoreHot Weather Tips for Cats & Dogs – Stay Safe. Stay Healthy. Stay Happy! From: Pet Sit Pros Made in the Shade Pets can get dehydrated quickly, so give them plenty of fresh, clean water when it’s hot outdoors. Make sure the pets have a shady place to get out of the sun, be careful to not over-exercise them, and … Continue reading Hot Weather Safety Tips for Pets
Read MoreNew Pet Franchise Capitalizing on Rapid Growth in Pet Care Industry Pet Sit Pros, Inc. a pet franchise with 3 locations in Los Angeles and Orange County, California is now offering territories throughout California and 36 other states! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Pet Sit Pros, Inc. New Pet Franchise Capitalizing on Rapid Growth in Pet Care … Continue reading New Pet Franchise Capitalizing on Rapid Growth in Pet Care Industry
Read MoreFind out more about becoming a Pet Sit Pros Franchisee by clicking this link Pet Care Businesses have been all the rage across the United States for the past few years. Pet Care has proven to be one of the only recession proof industries experiencing growth every year since the 2008 economic downturn. Small Business … Continue reading Pet Sitting #1 Home Based Business for 2012
Read MoreTrends and Facts About Pet Franchises Click link above to find out about becoming a Pet Sit Pros franchisee. The pet business is a growth industry, with Americans spending a lot on their favorite animals. APPA National Pet Owners 2011 Survey reports that 62.2 percent of US households own at least one pet, which … Continue reading Pet Franchise Facts and Trends
Read MoreApril 1, 2013 Pet Sit Pros – The Pet Sitting & Dog Walking Professionals has long grappled with the issue or equality between canines and felines. For the last five years, our company has offered professional pet sitting for all types of animals but only offered walking services for dogs. This hardly seems fair. Why … Continue reading Pet Sit Pros Offers Cat Walking Services
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