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9 Easy Dog DIY Projects for Pet Lovers

September 9, 2017March 21, 2023 ellen 24 Comments Dogs
9 Easy Dog DIY Projects for Pet Lovers

These easy dog DIY projects will show your dog just how much you care for them. Check out these easy homemade gifts for your pet. Don’t wait until Christmas to pamper your dog, take some time to make one (or more) of these adorable projects today. There are so many adorable ideas that I had […]

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How to Get My Cat to Eat Less to Lose Weight

September 1, 2017February 9, 2023 ellen 9 Comments Cats
How to Get My Cat to Eat Less to Lose Weight

I’ve been wondering how to get my cat to eat less since the vet told me he was overweight. You might think that it’s simply a matter of feeding them less, but that isn’t always the case. Being overweight is just as bad for your cat as it is for you.  How to Get My […]

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What Are The Best Cat Exercise Toys For My Cat

August 18, 2017March 10, 2023 ellen 24 Comments Cats
What Are The Best Cat Exercise Toys For My Cat

If your vet has told you that your cat is overweight, you may be wondering about the best cat exercise toys. Unlike with dogs, you cannot just throw a ball and expect your cat to chase it. It’s also fairly difficult to get your cat to walk on a leash like a dog does. That […]

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Gluten, Grain, and Carrageenan-Free Cat Food

August 9, 2017October 15, 2022 ellen 6 Comments Cats
Introducing a New Gluten, Grain, and Carrageenan-Free Cat Food

Have you been looking for a gluten, grain, and carrageenan-free cat food? It can be challenging to find a cat food that your cat will love that’s also good for them. Just like when you shop for people food, you should be looking at the label when you buy your pet’s food. If you see […]

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How to Reduce Cat Litter Mess With Multiple Cats

July 17, 2017May 23, 2020 ellen 28 Comments Cats
How to Reduce Cat Litter Mess With Multiple Cats

Have you ever wondered how to reduce cat litter mess? It’s bad enough when you have one cat. But, when you have two cats the mess is just that much worse. Just scooping the litter box isn’t enough. There’s odor, dust and a general mess on the bottom of the cat box. This post is […]

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How to Leave Your Cats Alone Home for a few Days

July 13, 2017April 14, 2023 ellen 26 Comments Cats
How to Leave Your Cats Alone Home for a few Days

Can you leave your cats alone home for a few days? As a pet sitter, I have clients who want me to visit their home to care for their cat every other day. I also have clients who want me to visit twice a day. A lot really is personal preference and what you think […]

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Best Small Breed Dog Food

July 6, 2017March 8, 2023 ellen 16 Comments Dogs
Best Small Breed Dog Food

For small breed dogs, there are plenty of kinds of dog foods, but there are definitely kinds of food that are not as healthy and beneficial for your dog as others. It is important to find the best food for your dog so that he is healthy and energized and does not develop a sensitive […]

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Pet Home Monitoring Camera: Samsung SmartCam HD Plus

July 5, 2017January 7, 2023 ellen 112 Comments Tech
Pet Home Monitoring Camera: Samsung SmartCam HD Plus

Have you wondered about a pet home monitoring camera? As a pet owner and a pet sitter, a home monitoring camera can be a great addition to your home. Pet Home Monitoring Camera Having a pet home monitoring camera like the Samsung SmartCam HD Plus allows you to watch your pet via your smartphone or […]

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A Relaxing Cat Hammock Your Pet Will Love

June 5, 2017March 21, 2023 ellen 28 Comments Cats
A relaxing cat hammock your cat will love

This relaxing cat hammock is just the thing to pamper your cat. We have a cat tree in our living room that our cats always fight over. We wanted to add something else for them to enjoy without adding another tree. Since they love lounging around, I thought a hammock would be just the thing.  […]

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8 New Kitten Supplies You Need to Buy

June 3, 2017December 21, 2022 ellen 4 Comments Cats
8 New Kitten Supplies You Need to Buy

Are you wondering what new kitten supplies you need to have on hand when you bring your new pet home? Your kitten will require a few necessary things when you arrive home. You’ll want to be certain that you’ve purchased these and have them in place ahead of time.  New Kitten Supplies So, what exactly […]

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Ellen runs a small pet sitting business in southern Vermont. She has experience with a variety of small animals, dogs and cats. She has also cared for ducks, chickens and rabbits. Combined, she has over 20 years of experience in pet care and pet sitting.

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