Pet Care Tips

As a petsitter, I spend a lot of time inside people’s homes, caring for their animals while they’re away. And one thing I’ve learned over the years is this: most pet parents love their animals deeply — but a lot of what they think  is good care is actually based on myths. These myths are usually passed down from friends, family, social media, or things we’ve “always done.” So today, I want to gently clear up some of the most common pet care myths I hear again and again. Myth

Every pet parent wonders at some point: “Does my pet really love me, or do they just love food?” Here’s the truth — animals show love in ways that are subtle, sweet, and sometimes a little funny. The more we understand these behaviors, the stronger our bond becomes with them. As a professional pet sitter and someone who lives  around animals every day, here are the top 5 signs your pet is absolutely obsessed with you  (in the best way possible). 1. They Follow You… Even to th

A few days ago, I was chatting with a woman who works at a local animal shelter. It was one of those casual, in‑passing conversations that unexpectedly sticks with you. We were talking about intake trends, busy seasons, the animals that come through their doors most often… when she said something that genuinely surprised me: “Bunnies are one of the most abandoned animals. They’re actually the third most abandoned pet.” I paused. Like many people, I’ve always associated shelte

Winter weather can be tough on our pets — from icy sidewalks to freezing temperatures. In this post, I share how I keep pets safe, comfortable, and happy during extreme winter conditions, plus simple tips pet parents can use at home. Because cold paws deserve thoughtful care all season long. ❄️🐾

More and more families are starting to keep chickens and roosters as part of their home — not just for fresh eggs, but as loving, funny, personality-filled pets. And yes… they absolutely need pet sitters too! If you’re a pet sitter (or a chicken parent looking for help), here’s a complete guide on how to properly care for backyard chickens and roosters  with love, safety, and confidence. 1. Understand Their Daily Routine Chickens are creatures of habit. They like routine and

Dental health is something many cat parents don’t think about until a problem appears — and that’s exactly what happened with my roommate’s kitten, Bruno . He was only 5 months old  when we discovered he had chronic gingivitis in cats , a form of cat gum disease  that can develop early due to genetics or an overactive immune response. In this blog, I’ll walk you through: Bruno’s story The most important signs of gingivitis in cats Why gingivitis happens What happens if it’s n