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Taking a Trip with Your Cat? Take These Steps to Make It a Pleasant One

May 31, 2017May 23, 2020 ellen 16 Comments Cats
Taking a Trip with Your Cat? Take These Steps to Make It a Pleasant One

If you’re going on a vacation, your best bet is usually to leave your cat at home, either with a pet sitter or in a boarding facility near you. Cats easily get stressed when they experience changes, and traveling exposes him to hundreds of changes, from the first step you take from your doorstep to […]

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Places you will find the Dog of Your Choice

May 17, 2017May 23, 2020 ellen 9 Comments Dogs
Places you will find the Dog of Your Choice

If you’re thinking about bringing a new pet into your life, there are some things you should think about. Getting a new dog isn’t as simple as just going to the neighborhood pet store and picking one up. A dog or puppy is a live animal, and its background and treatment are critical. If you […]

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How to Choose the Best Cat Tree for Your Cat

May 11, 2017January 23, 2023 ellen 8 Comments Cats
How to Choose the Best Cat Tree for Your Cat

How do you choose the best cat tree? Finding the best cat tree for your cat will ensure that your cat is able to use it for years to come. We have two cats and, over the years, we’ve been through quite a few cat trees. Some have lasted longer than and been enjoyed by our […]

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How to Use Dog Nail Clippers the Right Way

May 9, 2017October 3, 2022 ellen 17 Comments Dogs
clipping a dog's nails

Do you know how to use dog nail clippers the right way? Or are you afraid that you’re using them incorrectly? Trimming your dog’s nails is also called giving him a pedicure and is an important part of dog grooming. It can be a simple process if you know the right technique to use. However, […]

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Best Vacuum Cleaner for Pet Hair

May 5, 2017December 12, 2022 ellen 8 Comments family
Best Vacuum Cleaner for Pet Hair

Have you been searching for the best vacuum cleaner for pet hair? If you have a dog or cat with long hair, you may be struggling with removing all of the pet hair that your pet leaves behind. Even with regular vacuuming, this can be a problem especially when they’re shedding. Here are some tips […]

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How to Remove Dog Odors From Your Pet Vacuum

April 27, 2017November 22, 2022 ellen 20 Comments Dogs
How to Remove Dog Odors From Your Pet Vacuum

Are you wondering how to remove dog odors from your pet vacuum? A pet vacuum is one of the best ways to remove pet hair and dog odors from your rugs and furniture. If you’re in spring cleaning mode as I am right now, pet hair is likely a problem you’re trying to deal with. […]

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Delectables™ the First Lickable Stew Treat for Dogs

April 20, 2017March 18, 2022 ellen 45 Comments Dogs
Delectables™ the First Lickable Stew Treat for Dogs

Have you ever wondered if there was some sort of stew treat for dogs you could reward your pet with? I know whenever we have something tempting for dinner, our pets sit there and watch us eat. I can just imagine them wondering why we won’t share. Of course, people food isn’t generally good for […]

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Pet Subscription Boxes: Which is the Best?

April 14, 2017January 22, 2023 ellen 22 Comments Gifts
Pet Subscription Boxes: Which is the Best?

Do you love your pooch? Do you wish you had more time to shop for new toys and treats to make him happy? If so, a pet subscription box from BarkBox, PetGiftBox, or PupBox may be perfect for you! These boxes are filled with toys, health items, and treats for your pet and sent right […]

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Helping Dogs With Arthritis Travel Easier with TWISTEP®

April 6, 2017September 8, 2022 ellen 26 Comments Dogs
Helping Dogs With Arthritis Travel Easier with TWISTEP®

If arthritis is a problem for your dog, TWISTEP® is helping dogs with arthritis travel easier. Do you miss the days when your dog eagerly jumped into your truck for a ride? If your dog is no longer able to do this easily, there is a solution you’ll want to try.  Helping Dogs With Arthritis […]

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How to Bond With Your Dog Every Day

March 17, 2017April 4, 2023 ellen 10 Comments Dogs
How to Bond With Your Dog Every Day

Have you ever wondered how to bond with your dog? Dogs are meant to live big, joyous lives—full of little moments that count every single day. From chasing after birds around the backyard, to jumping on your lap when you come home from a long day at work, in a dog’s life, it’s the small […]

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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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