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February is Pet Dental Month
Feb
21
2012
Most of use love nothing more than kisses and cuddling up with our furry friends. Sometimes that means smelling some seriously bad breath - of course with Greenies, CET chews, NylaBone dental chews, doggy toothbrushes/toothpaste, water dental additives and the myriad of other products out there...we as pet owners think we're doing pretty good! Sometimes our furkids need a good dental cleaning just like their humans! According the AMVA February 1 marks the beginning of National Pet Dental Health Month. More than just a cosmetic issue, bad breath and yellow teeth can be a sign of serious disease in our pets, which may affect their kidneys, livers, and hearts. Oral disease is the most frequently...
read more»The Five Things You Need to Know About Ice Melts
Feb
13
2012
From the ASPCA and Dr Molly at Nixa Animal Hospital Most of us know how to protect our pups in freezing temperatures (doggie sweaters, here we come!) but not everyone is aware of another winter danger for dogs: the ubiquitous rock salt used to melt ice. In the past five years, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) has received hundreds of calls about ice melt exposure. Here’s everything you need to know to keep Fido safe from salt melts till spring: 1. Ice melts are poisonous to dogs if ingested. Dogs who lick their paws after a wintry walk may be exposing themselves to toxic chemicals like potassium chloride, magnesium chloride, calcium carbonate and calcium magnesium acetate...
read more»4 Tips For A Pet Friendly Thanksgiving
Nov
15
2011
As a member of Pet Sitters International we get updates and tips to pass along to our clients and faithful readers. Here are 4 tips that can make your Thanksgiving fun and pet friendly!! Holidays can be extremely fun for humans, but are often a dreadful experience for pets. The culprits of the top Thanksgiving pet emergencies involve guests and food. Pet Sitters International (PSI) offers pet owners four tips to ensure everyone remains thankful this year. Keep Medication Out of Paw’s Reach. One of the most common pet-related holiday emergencies is the consumption of human pharmaceuticals. If company’s coming, be sure that all guests safely store their medicine. Knock, Knock. Who’s...
read more»Winter Pet Care
Oct
26
2011
Here in the Ozarks the weather changes at a moments notice sometimes. As we are enjoying the cooler weather and the lovely changing leaves of fall, it is time to start preparing for the winter months. Just as we bundle up and protect ourselves from the inclement weather, our furkids need to be bundled as well. Smaller pooches and those with a lean frame or short hair can benefit from booties, sweaters, and even moving their beds away from windows or outer walls of the home. According to to the American Animal Hospital Association cold weather can be hard on pets, just like it can be hard on people. Sometimes owners forget that their pets are just as accustomed to the warm shelter...
read more»Autumn Safety Tips from the ASPCA Website
Sep
20
2011
Ah, fall—there’s nothing like crisp, cool air, the first months of school and luscious foliage to get you excited for the changing seasons. Your pet, too, is probably welcoming the break from hot, sticky weather. But pet parents, beware—fall is also a time of lurking dangers for our furry friends. From household poisons to cold weather hazards, the season is a minefield! Here are some tips to keep your pet snug and healthy during the autumn months. The use of rodenticides increases in the fall as rodents seek shelter from the cooler temperatures by attempting to move indoors. Rodenticides are highly toxic to pets—if ingested, the results could be fatal. If you must use these...
read more»Howling Good Time for Kids and Pets 4th Annual Pets & Pumpkins Festival
Sep
13
2011
Once again 417 Pet Sitting is sponsoring the annual Pets and Pumpkins Festival on historic Commercial Street!! This year's Pets and Pumpkins Festival takes place on Saturday, October 22nd from 12pm to 5pm. Families with kids AND pets won't want to miss this day of fun. Two blocks of Historic Commercial Street, between Robberson and Campbell, are sectioned off for the event, which includes, trick or treating (for both human and fur-kids), marshmallow roasting, inflatables, food, music and more. Pets and Pumpkins is also host to one of the largest costume parades in SW Missouri. Sponsored by TAME Pet Magazine, both pets and people are invited to enter the walking parade/contest. Winners...
read more»“Retrieved” – Remembering the K-9 Hero’s of 9/11
Sep
11
2011
Retrieved - by Charlotte Dumas Charlotte Dumas is an animal photographer who specialized in capturing the relationships and emotional ties between animals and people. Her work is moving and filled with passion and intimacy - to put it mildly. "Four Horses" was her first published work in which she captured the spirit of police horses. Subsequently she published "Day Is Done" and "Palermo 7" - both focusing on horses. "Reverie" took her to Norway to capture the enigmatic character of wolves in 2007, while "Tiger Tiger" brought her stateside to photograph tigers in sanctuaries and zoos. Her last three projects have all been focused on the amazing heart and soul of our beloved...
read more»Find a Local Professional To Take Care of Pets
Aug
25
2011
If you will remember, earlier this summer I reposted an article about Take Your Dog To Work Day. Well the creator of TYDTWD has this to say about in-home pet care: On June 24, thousands of businesses across the United States and abroad opened their doors to employees’ dogs in celebration of Pet Sitters International’s 13th annual Take Your Dog To Work Day® (TYDTWDay®). While thousands of workers around the globe enjoyed a fun-filled day of puppy kisses and tail wags to celebrate dogs and promote pet adoption, most working pet owners are unable to take their dogs—or any pets—to the office. Pet Sitters International (PSI), the event creator, urges pet owners to look to professional...
read more»Growing Tend of In-Home Pet Care
Aug
15
2011
KY3 of Springfield recently aired a story from the AP about how pet sitting is a growing trend. 417 Pet Sitting is living proof that more and more people are turning to licensed, bonded and insured pet sitting professionals to take care of their furkids while they are at work or play. Not only are we trained to take care of the pets in a professional manner - but we follow the owners instructions as given in the consultation. We know that more than pet or home care, our best service is peace of mind.
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ASPCA 4th of July Safety Tips
Jul
1
2011
Fourth of July Safety Tips From the ASPCA
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