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How to Stop Leash Biting

September 14, 2016March 18, 2022 ellen 4 Comments Dogs
How to Stop Leash Biting

Are you wondering how to stop leash biting? As much as we love our pets, we may not love all of their behaviors. Check out these tips Whether your cat is fond of scratching on your new sofa or your dog has begun to bite on his leash, there are things they do we’d like […]

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National Guide Dog Month is This September

September 8, 2016June 22, 2020 ellen 4 Comments Dogs
I Need Your Help: Spread Awareness About National Guide Dog Month This September

Did you know National Guide Dog Month is this September? September is also National Service Dog Month. Have you ever seen a visually impaired person in public and didn’t know how to react, or felt awkward? Have you ever wondered what it’s like to ‘see’ through the eyes of their guide dog? I know I […]

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How to Improve Your Cat’s Oral Care

September 2, 2016January 20, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Cats
How to improve your cat's oral care

Have you ever wondered how to improve your cat’s oral care habits? After all, it’s not like you can send them into the bathroom with a toothbrush like you can your kids. That doesn’t mean that their teeth aren’t susceptible to the same types of problems that ours are. How to Improve Your Cat’s Oral […]

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Preventive Screenings for Your Cat

August 29, 2016November 25, 2021 ellen 12 Comments Cats
Preventive screenings for your cat may not be the first thing you think of when you bring your new pet home.

Preventive screenings for your cat may not be the first thing you think of when you bring your new pet home. I know that the first things I thought of were food, litter box, cat litter and a few catnip toys. Remembering to take your cat to the vet to screen for potential health problems […]

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How to Choose Educational Bird Toys

August 26, 2016March 24, 2023 ellen 2 Comments Birds
Do you have a selection of educational toys for birds in your collection? Educational toys can keep your bird from becoming bored, much the way they help keep children from being bored. These toys can also help your bird solve puzzles and learn new skills.

Do you have a selection of educational bird toys in your collection? Educational toys can keep your bird from becoming bored, much the way they help keep children from being bored. These toys can also help your bird solve puzzles and learn new skills. Here are some fun, educational toys for birds that you introduce […]

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How to Introduce Your Cat to a New Food

August 19, 2016November 5, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Cats
How to introduce your cat to a new food

Wondering about how to introduce your cat to a new food? Changing your cat’s diet can be a challenge. But, it doesn’t have to be with these tips. Changing your cat’s food from one brand to another doesn’t have to be difficult. I’m sharing a few helpful tips that will make the process stress-free. When […]

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Shop With Your Heart and Help Animals

July 19, 2016November 21, 2021 ellen 6 Comments Causes
Shop With Your Heart and Help Animals

Do you want to help animals? I love animals. All animals including cats, dogs, pigs, chickens, and even snakes. I may choose to admire the snakes from a distance, though, just in case.  For as long as I remember, animal rights have been important to me. Our animals, whether that’s our cats or our ducks […]

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How to Keep Your Dog Calm on July 4

July 1, 2016November 20, 2021 ellen 10 Comments Dogs
How to keep your dog calm on July 4

Are you wondering how to keep your dog calm on July 4th? Every year, countless American dogs panic, hide, or even run away on July 4, terrified by the loud fireworks and boisterous barbecues that their humans enjoy so much. For many dogs and dog owners, Independence Day can be an unhappy event that’s more […]

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How to Screen Your Cat for Kidney Disease

May 16, 2016November 19, 2021 ellen 10 Comments Cats
How to Screen Your Cat for Kidney Disease

Have you ever thought about how to screen your cat for kidney disease? Or, have you wondered whether or not this is a step you should take to protect your cat’s health? We all love our pets, and in our home, our cats are like little fuzzy children. We pamper them and love them and […]

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How to Teach Your Dog to Catch a Frisbee

May 6, 2016March 18, 2022 ellen 4 Comments Dogs
How to Teach Your Dog to Catch a Frisbie

Do you know how to teach your dog to catch a frisbee? Check out these easy tips to get your dog to catch a frisbee and get more active. Have you ever gone to the park and seen other dogs do this and wondered how to get started? Teaching your dog to catch a frisbee […]

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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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