How to Make Your Dog’s Crate a Safe Place
It was a heartbreaking day for our pal Mazie, her humans, and those of us at Top Dog Pet Sitters. A freak accident happened. Mazie’s collar got hooked on a prong in her crate. Mazie managed to squirm out of her collar, but in the process, her left eyeball was gouged out. Yes, a horrific […]
Why does my dog eat grass?
Our pups do so many crazy things…chasing tails, nesting, eating grass… Seriously? What could possibly make grass tasty? There are a variety of reasons why grass is attractive to your pup. SUPPLEMENTING A MISSING NUTRIENT Vets and veterinarians think dogs eat grass when they have a diet deficiency. Many diet deficiencies are rooted in […]
Why Does My Dog Scoot Her Rear on My Carpet?
It never fails. One of our pups will scoot her rear-end on our carpet when: It has just been professionally cleaned In front of guests WHY do dogs do this? Well, scooting is a dog’s way to alleviate something wrong back there. It could be an itch, a pain, or irritation that could indicate anything […]
Where Should You Put Your Cat’s Litter Boxes?
Where is the purr-fect spot for a litter box? Go ahead. Ask your cat. She probably will tell you, “in the middle of an empty room with a 360-degree view,” ensuring that there are no surprises. LITTER BOX PLACEMENT MATTERS Is your feline friend “taking care of business” outside the litter box? It could be […]
Do Pets Make Good Christmas Gifts?
With the holidays upon us, everyone is brainstorming the perfect gift for their children and loved ones. Though animals bring much joy and comfort and may look so cute by the Christmas tree, dogs (or any animal) are NOT something to be gifted without thorough discussion and planning. Gifting someone with a large commitment like […]