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Senior Pets The Next Big Marketing Trend In The Pet Industry
In: Home Page, Pet Sitting
Catering to senior pets is the next big opportunity for manufacturers, retailers and veterinarians. Savvy shop owners already knows that Rover’s status has been elevated from that of a “ mere critter” to “a member of the family”, they are expanding their product line to include more geriatric products. Much has been written about the spending habits of pet parents. Available data indicates that in 2011, pet parents spent $48 billion dollars on their pets. From all indications the spending habits ...
Keeping Your Feathered Friends Happy
In: Birds, Home Page, Pet Sitting
Birds are one of the most popular pets to own after cats and dogs. This includes everything from canaries/finches, budgies, cockatiels, lories, eclectus parrots, African greys, amazons, and macaws. And of course an occasional pet chicken or quail. What many bird owners do not know is what can be done to extend the life and health of their bird. A little initial research can be very helpful when trying to pick out the best bird for you and help you provide ...
Are You Ready for a Pet Sitter?
In: Pet Sitting
Pet sitters provide a wonderful service by maintaining your pet’s schedule at home while you travel. Here are some suggestions to make the transition much smoother for your pet: ·Leave a recently worn piece of clothing near your pet’s bedding, to comfort him/her at night. ·Move valuables from tabletops, so curious noses can’t knock them over. ·Leave the right sized food and water bowls out for your pet's use, and clean them before you leave. ·Leave everything needed for the care of ...
Pet Sitters Help Make Your Vacation Relaxing
In: Pet Sitting
You knew it was coming. In the back of your mind you’ve been thinking about it for weeks, maybe even months. Vacation. Finally it’s almost here. But, (gasp!), who will care for your beloved while you’re gone? You know that you want him to have a vacation, too, that you want him to rest in the very lap of luxury. That you want him to continue to live in the style to which he’s become accustomed right in the comfort ...
Pet Sitting Has Gone Hi-Tech: How does your pet sitter stack up?
In: Pet Sitting
There was a time you gave your teenage neighbor a few dollars to feed your pets when you went on vacation. Now, pet sitting services are among the fastest growing businesses in the pet industry. Amy Wallace, burned our at her job as a paralega, took some time off from work and began watching her friend’s dogs. She enjoyed it so much that she started Doggywalker.com, a dog walking and pet sitting service. Paperwork is always a part of business. Amy has ...
Professional Pet Sitters, Excellent Kennel Alternative and More
In: Pet Sitting
Next time you plan a trip or must travel and need to leave your pets at home, consider the services of a professional pet sitter. A professional pet sitter comes to your home to care for your pet allowing your pet to remain in familiar surroundings. This helps to reduce any stress your pet may feel as a result of your absence. The pet sitter will feed and exercise your pet as well as administer any medications. Professional pet sitters do ...
