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PLANNING THE PERFECT GETAWAY WITHOUT YOUR PET

By genesower on Sunday, June 29th, 2008 | Comments Off

NAPPS - National Association of Professional Pet SittersMOUNT LAUREL, N.J. – The Fourth of July holiday typically signifies the official start of summer when millions of Americans go on vacation. During these “dog days” of summer, pet owners are packing their bags and planning the perfect summer getaway without their pet companions. With the help of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS) nationwide referral network, planning a vacation without your pet has never been easier.

NAPPS nationwide referral network is a valuable online resource for locating pet sitters in all areas of the country. With one simple search, pet owners have access to contact information for member companies, services provided, and even details regarding their experience and expertise.

The nationwide referral network is easily accessible at www.petsitters.org.

Choosing a professional pet sitter is beneficial to both the pet and owner. Although the master is away, the pets will still play, and be happy within their own home. Pets benefit from being in a safe, comfortable, familiar environment following the usual diet and exercise regimen, and medical treatments as necessary. Although the owner is out of reach, the pet still receives lots of love and personal attention.

Pet owners are foregoing the burden and anxiety of transporting their prized pet in exchange for peace of mind and additional security. With a professional pet sitter, the owner can rest assured the pet is safe and well cared for, while their home is protected by crime deterrent measures provided by most professional pet care-givers.

“Professional pet sitters are licensed, bonded and insured, and ultimately the best option for owners leaving their precious pets behind this summer,” commented Candance Labane-Godfrey, president of NAPPS. “No longer do pet owners have to worry about inconveniencing family, friends and neighbors. Hiring a professional pet sitter is a win-win situation for everyone involved, especially the pet.”

In-home pet-care is one of the fastest growing industries in the country today. Pet-sitting as a career has become a popular alternative to the traditional corporate world, and continues to thrive as the demand increases. With more than 60% of all households estimated to have at least one pet, and experts concluding that a familiar environment and diet and exercise routine are important for every animal, demand continues to increase every day.

NAPPS is a national trade association dedicated to promoting the concept of in-home pet care, supporting the professionals engaged in at-home pet care, promoting the welfare of animals and improving and expanding the industry of pet sitting. NAPPS provides valuable credibility, networking and education to help foster the success of their members.

For more information on NAPPS, please contact the national headquarters: 15000 Commerce Parkway, Suite C, Mt. Laurel, N.J. 08054; Phone: 856-439-0324; Fax: 856-439-0525; Email:  napps@ahint.com. To find a pet sitter in your area, check out NAPPS’ nationwide referral network at www.petsitters.org.

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COMMON POISONS TO AVOID

By genesower on Sunday, June 22nd, 2008 | Comments Off

The Animal Poison Control Center of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is warning owners about the increased number of cases involving xylitol poisoning in dogs.

Found in sugar-free chewing gum, candy, and baked goods, xylitol is a sweetener that can cause serious and sometimes life-threatening problems for pets.  More info here.

Also, the ASPCA put out this public service video warning dog owners about the health risks of some common back yard plants:

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Dog Agility Training

By genesower on Sunday, June 1st, 2008 | Comments Off

Teaching The Dog To Go Through Various Types Of Obstacles 

PetSafe Agility Weave Poles (White)There is more to training your dog than teaching it to obey your commands, since there is also dog agility training in which you can teach it to do perform different types of sport including jumping, climbing obstacles and even dodging in between poles. Dog agility training is an offshoot of horse show jumping and it was first showcased in the UK in 1979 at the Crufts Dog Show, and from then on, it has rapidly grown in popularity for the entertainment value as well sports value of it.

Must Be Able To Obey Simple Commands

Dogs by and large are very agile creatures though the dogs that are most suited for sports competition are those that are medium in size and also the larger varieties. Any dog that is being considered for undergoing dog agility training must first be checked by a veterinarian and he should also be able to obey simple commands such as sit and lie down as well as come, and it has been noticed that dogs that are well trained to obey will succeed at dog agility training much better than those having problems with obeying simple commands.

Dog agility training can be carried out in many different ways though the trainer must ensure that the method used suits the dog the best, and the agility training must be fun for the dog and it would be wise on the part of the trainer not to become overly critical of the dog or try and make it ultra competitive.

Essentially, dog agility training means making the dog weave its way through an obstacle course under the supervision of a handler and there are different types of obstacles including tunnels, poles jumps as also ramps for the dog to traverse. To begin with, the dog starts off with the simplest of obstacles and as its skills improve, the level of training becomes more difficult, and it is also to be seen how agile the dog is to begin with as that will help evaluate the type of agility training to impart to it.

When dogs have been trained in dog agility training, they will then enter into competitions in which the judge selects the direction of the obstacle the dog must follow which it does along with its handler, and once the dog has successfully completed an obstacle course, he is entitled to receive an agility title along with plenty of praise as well as goodies and of course, many toys.

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