Blog Archives - Waggs & Purrs Pet Sitting https://www.waggspurrs.com/category/blog/ Pet Sitting Fri, 20 Jun 2025 01:56:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.waggspurrs.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/favicon.gif Blog Archives - Waggs & Purrs Pet Sitting https://www.waggspurrs.com/category/blog/ 32 32 How You Can Help Local Pet Rescues (Even If You Can’t Adopt!) https://www.waggspurrs.com/how-you-can-help-local-pet-rescues-even-if-you-cant-adopt/ Fri, 20 Jun 2025 01:22:48 +0000 https://www.waggspurrs.com/?p=2567 Wagging Tails and Open Hearts: How You Can Help Local Pet Rescues (Even If You Can’t Adopt!) As a pet sitter, I spend my days surrounded by furry friends – from the boisterous Golden Retrievers to the serene, purring Persians. I witness firsthand the incredible bond between pets and their humans, and it’s a constant…

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]]> Happy Father’s Day to all the Pet Dads https://www.waggspurrs.com/happy-fathers-day-to-all-the-pet-dads/ Sat, 14 Jun 2025 12:00:40 +0000 https://www.waggspurrs.com/?p=2553 Happy Father’s Day to all the Pet Dads! When you think of Father’s Day, you probably picture ties, barbecues, and maybe a handmade card. But what about the dads who spend their mornings throwing a slobbery tennis ball, the ones who wake up at 3 AM to a distressed meow, or the guys who patiently…

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]]> Barking Mad for Trees: Celebrating National Love a Tree Day with Our Furry Friends! https://www.waggspurrs.com/barking-mad-for-trees-celebrating-national-love-a-tree-day-with-our-furry-friends/ Thu, 15 May 2025 13:45:17 +0000 https://www.waggspurrs.com/?p=2530 Barking Mad for Trees: Celebrating National Love a Tree Day with Our Furry Friends! Hey there, fellow pet parents and nature enthusiasts! Mark your calendars because Friday, May 16th, 2025, is National Love a Tree Day! Now, we all know our four-legged companions have a very special relationship with trees. It’s a bond forged in…

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]]> Create A Will for Your Pets https://www.waggspurrs.com/create-a-will-for-your-pets/ Sat, 12 Apr 2025 00:48:00 +0000 https://www.waggspurrs.com/?p=2517 Create A Will for Your Pets (for FREE) Beyond Pawprints: Securing Your Pet’s Future When You Can’t Our furry companions aren’t just pets; they’re family. They share our joys, comfort our sorrows, and fill our lives with unconditional love. As responsible pet owners, we owe them more than just daily care – we owe them…

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]]> Golden Years and Gray Muzzles: Tips for Supporting Your Aging Pet https://www.waggspurrs.com/golden-years-and-gray-muzzles-tips-for-supporting-your-aging-pet/ Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:07:56 +0000 https://www.waggspurrs.com/?p=2503 Golden Years and Gray Muzzles: Tips for Supporting Your Aging Pet Is your once zoomie-loving pup now more of a snoozer? Does your cat spend more time contemplating the meaning of life rather than terrorizing your furniture? Congratulations—you’ve got a senior pet! Aging pets are adorable, wise, and sometimes a little grumpy (just like our…

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]]> February is Pet Dental Health Month: Why Your Pet’s Smile Matters https://www.waggspurrs.com/february-is-pet-dental-health-month-why-your-pets-smile-matters/ Tue, 04 Feb 2025 18:23:22 +0000 https://www.waggspurrs.com/?p=2493 Did you know that February is National Pet Dental Health Month? While we often focus on keeping our pets active and well-fed, their dental health is just as important. Poor dental hygiene can lead to serious health issues, including infections, heart disease, and chronic pain. This month is the perfect reminder to prioritize your pet’s…

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]]> 10 Quirky Things Only Cat Owners Will Understand https://www.waggspurrs.com/10-quirky-things-only-cat-owners-will-understand/ Sat, 09 Nov 2024 14:43:25 +0000 https://www.waggspurrs.com/?p=2482 Let’s dive into some playful cat-owner scenarios that anyone with a feline friend will recognize.

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]]> How to Keep Your Pets Safe and Happy on Halloween https://www.waggspurrs.com/how-to-keep-your-pets-safe-and-happy-on-halloween/ Fri, 25 Oct 2024 15:31:37 +0000 https://www.waggspurrs.com/?p=2459 Halloween is a fun holiday filled with costumes, decorations, and, of course, plenty of treats! But for our furry friends, Halloween can be a little more “trick” than “treat.” From strange costumes to doorbell-ringing visitors, the holiday comes with sensory overload that can leave pets feeling nervous or confused. Here’s how to make Halloween fun…

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]]> Lifetime Microchip Registration https://www.waggspurrs.com/lifetime-microchip-registration/ Wed, 10 Apr 2024 15:33:10 +0000 http://www.waggspurrs.com/?p=1058 Microchips are a necessity for pets. They account for reuniting 90% of lost pets. Pets can’t tell you they are lost or where their home is. A microchip is the only definitive way to prove ownership. BUT, you HAVE to register the microchip. There are many different microchip companies. All have many price options for…

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]]> Cats at Home Require Every Day Care https://www.waggspurrs.com/cats-at-home-require-every-day-care/ Wed, 27 Mar 2024 18:15:49 +0000 http://www.waggspurrs.com/?p=825 If ever there were a creature of habit, it would be the domesticated cat. They have preferred napping spots, favorite toys, and enjoy the peacefulness of their quiet home. Cats, as individuals, know when their people are not home. They do miss them. YOU HAVE A CHOICE Cat care while you’re away is fundamental for…

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