Navigating Pet End of Life Care
by Dr. Dani McVety, Founder and CEO of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice There comes a day when every pet parent has to come to terms with their pet’s passing. This unfortunately means making the difficult decision between a “natural death” or humane euthanasia. I imagine just about everyone would like their pet to comfortably …
Everything You Need in Your Pup’s First Aid Kit
by Katherine Porter, Owner of Four Paws & You Dog Training LLC The holidays are just around the corner and tis’ the season for visits from friends and family—especially the four-legged kind too. While no one can anticipate an emergency situation, you can be prepared in advance. If you’re traveling anywhere—from only a few minutes …
The Price of Boredom
by Kathryn Cockrell, Owner of Happy Hound Pet Sitting We’ve all experienced that moment of panic—you walk into your house and immediately know something isn’t right. You spot your favorite book lying open on the floor with its beloved pages shredded and scattered around the entire house. The culprit? One very clueless pooch who has …
Winter Safety Tips for Your Senior Pet
by Dr. Dani McVety, Founder and CEO of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice As winter’s biting cold sets in, your senior pet may struggle with the cold more than usual—especially considering older pets often do not handle temperature extremes well. The dry, cold air may cause achy joints to flare up, while icy walkways can …
How to Find the Perfect Pet Sitter
by Kathryn Cockrell, Owner of Happy Hound Pet Sitting It’s a high stakes situation — you’re leaving your pets and home in the care of a complete stranger. Don’t get me wrong, in-home pet sitters are incredible — but it’s essential that you do your homework before handing over the keys to the castle. Here …
