Below is a guest post by Sally James: A couple of days after the 4th July, a friend phoned me. “Scamp’s been really kinda...off since the fireworks. Not himself at all. I was wondering - can dogs get depression?” Scamp is a young boxer dog, generally to be...
Pets
10 Tips to Keep Your Pet Safe this 4th of July
It’s 4th of July weekend and as I sit in my living room listening to fireworks go off, our dogs are calm and relaxed. That’s not the case for most pets however. Many pets are scared and stressed from the loud noises they hear. As a pet owner, you should know about the...
Doctor Dog – How Man’s Best Friend Can Be Good For Your Health
Here's another article by our friend Sally Bell: Believe it or not, there are people in this world who do not like dogs. I know, weird, right? These bizarre individuals try to justify their dislike in many ways – but one of the more common accusations levelled against...
Beware Thieving Dogs And Christmas Treats! – Holiday Food Dangers For Your Dog
Below is a guest post by Sally Bell on the dangers of certain foods with dogs on the holidays For many of us, Christmas is a time of hearty indulgence, during which we put aside our waistline worries and take liberal advantage of vast mountains of food (invariably...
The Importance Of Territory And Routine For Your Dog
The following is a guest post by Sally Bell on the importance of routine and environment for your pets. It’s often assumed that dogs will be excited and stimulated by new environments – that they’d far prefer a romp somewhere new than to patrol the same old boring...
Pet Friendly Hotels in Downingtown and Exton
Traveling with your pet can be a challenge, particularly when you are trying to find a place to stay. If you are traveling to the Chester County area, there a re some great local hotels in Downingtown, Exton and the surrounding areas. Also, if you’re local to...
Why Hire A Pet Sitter?
So you’re going out of town and you’re trying to figure out what to do with your pets. Do you board your pets at a kennel, let the neighbors watch them or hire a professional pet sitter? While every pet adjusts differently to their pet parents leaving, having a...
Sleepy Paws Licensing Program Featured on Women’s Entrepreneur Radio
Dave Westwood, co-founder of Sleepy Paws Pet Care, was a featured guest on tonight's edition of "Women Entrepreneur's Radio-The Secrets of Success", hosted by Deborah Bailey. Women Entrepreneurs Radio™ features stories of transitions from women who have followed...
5 Things to Consider Before Getting a Second Dog
The decision to add a new addition to your family is always a big choice. Although you may be excited about the possibility of getting a second dog, it is important to first understand if it is right for your current situation. Many people choose to get a second dog...