Boarding Your Dog

A dog injured his foot on a nail. Learn the common causes of puncture wounds and how to treat them at home or your pet care office.

Boarding Your Dog

Puncture Wounds in Dogs

If you’re a pet owner, you may have to deal with a puncture wound. These injuries can be severe if not treated properly, so it’s essential to know how to identify and treat them. We’ll discuss what puncture wounds are, how they occur, and how to care for them. We’ll also provide some tips on preventing puncture wounds from happening in the first place. Read on to learn more! What are Puncture Wounds on Dogs and What Causes Them? Your pup can get into all sorts of trouble. One of the most common injuries that dogs suffer from is puncture

February 12, 2022 No Comments

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Putting A Leash On NYC Dog Sitters

While the gig economy might be great for people who want to make extra money driving around strangers or renting out apartments to tourists, it isn’t necessarily great for others — like licensed cab drivers or tenants who get evicted so their landlords can make more money. This why many cities have been cracking down on unlicensed service providers, like rideshare apps Uber and Lyft, and short-term rental app Air BnB. This isn’t just an American phenomenon, either. It’s been happening in cities like Barcelona and Hong Kong, and in India in general. The reasons pretty much come down to

August 1, 2017 No Comments

How To Prepare Your Pets For The Storm

According to a recent survey by the ASPCA, more than one-third of dog and cat owners don’t have disaster preparedness plans in place for their pets. Make sure this isn’t you. Storm safety is crucial, and making sure you’re prepared can mean the difference between life and death for your pets. Why Are Storms LIke Hurricanes, Tornados, and Floods Dangerous for Dogs? What will you do with your pets if a natural disaster strikes? When faced with an emergency, pet owners must intervene on behalf of their dogs and cats to ensure their safety. How four-legged family members fare will

June 18, 2015 No Comments

A girl gives her dog a hug before leaving on vacation.

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How To Find The Right In-Home Dog Boarding Host

So you’ve planned your dream vacation and you’ve made your checklist. Plane tickets? Check. Hotel booked? Check. Packing list? Check. Mail on hold? Oops, forgot that one — good thing we’re here. And for your pup, you’ve opted to go forgo the kennels and don’t quite trust your in-laws (we’ll never tell). Instead, you’ve chosen in-home boarding through a matching service like DogVacay.com. Great. Now all that’s left is selecting the right host so your dog has as good a time, if not better than, you will. Start Your Search Early Whatever you do, don’t wait until the last minute

June 18, 2015 No Comments

Cute puppy lays comfortably in a safe bed

Boarding Your Dog

Choosing The Best Home Boarding Host For Your Dog

By Caroline Park Whether you plan vacations months in advance or need a last-minute getaway, the question always remains — what to do with your furry best friend when you’re away? For many pet owners, kennels aren’t a great option — but home dog boarding is a solution that will offer peace of mind and provide almost any pup a vacay to remember! In addition to the convenience of finding a host sitter in your neighborhood, one great benefit to home dog boarding is the ability to find a host and home that accommodates your pup’s exact needs and provides

June 18, 2015 No Comments

All About Dogs

Cesar’s Tips: Dog Sitting

Have a vacation or extended business trip planned? Perhaps a dog sitter is the best solution for your canine pal! Put any worry aside and get prepared with these tips. Picking the right sitter: Try to choose someone who you know can help balance and calm your dog if he is anxious or nervous when you are first away. Remember, it’s about energy and matching energy. Leaving a hyperactive dog with an elderly relative is not a good idea. Most important is that you make sure you leave your dog with someone who understands the needs of your dog. Ask

June 17, 2015 No Comments