Your Pet's Friend While You're Away
(713) 504-8995
Serving ZIP Codes: 77380, 77381, 77382
Monday, 18 June 2007
Take Your Dog to Work Day This Friday, June 22nd, is Take Your Dog to Work Day® sponsored by Pet Sitters International. PSI invites you, "(We) will join pet lovers around the world to celebrate man’s—and woman’s—best friend. This annual event brings people and pets together in a special way on a special day. Dogs go to work. Hearts are touched. And as a result, homeless dogs will be adopted. PSI’s Take Your Dog To Work Day is the day for dogs and we want YOU and your dog to be a part of it."
Pet Care Tips for Summer Pets primarily cool themselves by panting. Panting works by moving warm moist air out of the body. Panting is not very efficient and actually produces some heat from the effort it takes to pant. The higher the temperature and higher the humidity, the less effective panting becomes for your pet. Older, obese and/or short-snouted dogs are especially inefficient at cooling. Excessive heat is primarily hard on the cells and organs of the pet. Sustained temperatures of 105° and above is the point at which the cells begin to break down and loose functionality. So when you are out giving your dog his/her afternoon walk, make sure they are first properly hydrated and limit the time you spend in the peak hours of the day unless you can provide a consistent supply of water and/or take your pet to a nearby water supply. Be it a pool, fountain, lake or bayou always be aware of the dangers that water can bring, especially your tired, hot dog. Be absolutely sure to hydrate your pet when you get home as well.
Signs of Heat Stroke: •Excessive uncontrolled breathing/panting •Rapid heart rate •Temperature (normal temperature for dogs and cats ranges from 101.5°-102.4°, above 105°=danger) •Mucous Membrane (tongue, lips and gum color will be a bright red when the dog is combating the heat through panting, a blue/grey color is a sign of stress along with dry mouth) •Foaming/Salivating •Lethargy •Vomiting (if your pet begins to vomit at any time during a long walk or day out, take him/her to the vet immediately...and if possible, take a sample for your veterinarian as well.)
Wednesday, 6 June 2007
Barker Street Gourmet Dog Bakery and Boutique Ever thought of how bored your dog must be with the bland and tasteless treats they've been eating? Frank and Jay over at Barker Street Bakery did, and started a doggy bakehouse and confectionery worthy our own finicky sweet tooth. They also have a colorful selection of accessories for the most discriminating dog lover. They have it all! Another business right here in The Woodlands that cares deeply about your pets diet, Barkers Street Dog Bakery and Boutique is located at 442 Sawdust Road in the same shopping center as the VCA Woodlands Animal Hospital. Stop in and get that delicious cannoli you know your pooch has been craving, Trigger loved his!
Good Neighbor Pet Sitting Service Mission Statement
At Good Neighbor Pet Sitting we strive to provide our clients with care and responsibility for their pets on occasions when they're not able to care for their loved ones themselves. While our clients are away, they can be assured that their pets are provided with all of the essentials including but not limited to love and care. We stay home so you don't have to. We also provide a unique "In Touch" service (see below for details).
Prices and Services
Get Acquainted Visit: FREE (For your convenience, get acquainted visits are typically booked in the evenings)
Pet Sitting and Dog Walking: $15.00 per visit* *(up to 4 pets)
All services are 30-45 minutes unless otherwise stated.
Pet Sitting Times: Morning 5.00am-10.00am Mid-day 11.00am-3.00pm Evening 5.00pm-10.00pm
Overnight Stay*: $75.00 per night *Overnight Stays are between 10.00pm-6.00am
Visits include feeding, fresh water, exercise, cage/litter cleaning and medication as needed.
Dog Walking Service: If you feel that you're gone too long during the day and your dog needs a quick walk outside to hold him/her over before you get home, we'll stop by for a mid-day walk. (up to 4 dogs).
Pet Taxi: $20.00 per 30min. No need to miss work & appointments. We'll take your pet to the vet, to the groomer or training classes; anywhere he/she needs to go.
Our In Touch Service
While you're away, we offer our free "In Touch" service here on our homepage. Should you be away for an extended period of time, we'll take photos and videos of your pets at home and post them here to help you stay "In Touch" with your loved ones.