4th of July Fireworks-Keeping Your Dogs & Cats Safe & Secure…

4th of July Fireworks can be stressful for your furry friends!

Here’s a few tips for keeping your loved ones safe & happy:

Always have id tags (with updated telephone numbers) on your pets and have them pets micro-chipped. These are two easy precautions that will be helpful just in case they do escape during fireworks-they can be returned to you safely.

During the fireworks season, walk dogs during daylight hours and keep cats
 and dogs indoors when fireworks are happening.

Keep your dogs and cats dog in a safe and secure environment where they can’t escape when they hear sudden noises/explosions.

Make sure they always have somewhere to hide (if they need to) and they have access to these safe places 
at all times.

At dusk, close windows and curtains and put on music to muffle the sound of fireworks.

Have fun out there!!

Wishing you all a wonderful New Year-2023!

Wishing you all a wonderful New Year!

Keeping Your Dogs & Cats Secure during 4th of July Fireworks!

4th of July Fireworks can be stressful for your furry friends!

Here’s a few tips for keeping your loved ones safe & happy:

Always have id tags (with updated telephone numbers) on your pets and have them pets micro-chipped. These are two easy precautions that will be helpful just in case they do escape during fireworks-they can be returned to you safely.

During the fireworks season, walk dogs during daylight hours and keep cats
 and dogs indoors when fireworks are happening.

Keep your dogs and cats dog in a safe and secure environment where they can’t escape when they hear sudden noises/explosions.

Make sure they always have somewhere to hide (if they need to) and they have access to these safe places 
at all times.

At dusk, close windows and curtains and put on music to muffle the sound of fireworks.

Have fun out there!!

Bringing in a New Year!

Welcoming in the New Year…and taking time to reflect on the past year, I am so thankful for my wonderful clients and all the fantastic animals that I get to watch over and care for.  I’m looking forward to another great year of service! 2018-bring it on!!

Happy Holidays for you AND your pets

Here’s a few tips to make this Christmas and Hanukkah season go a little smoother for you and your furry friends:

Holiday Glow Don’t leave lighted candles unattended. Pets may burn themselves or cause a fire if they knock candles over. Be sure to use appropriate candleholders, placed on a stable surface. And if you leave the room, put the candles out!

Wired Up Keep wires, batteries and glass or plastic ornaments out of paws’ reach. A wire can deliver a potentially lethal electrical shock and a punctured battery can cause burns to the mouth and esophagus, while shards of breakable ornaments can damage your pet’s mouth.

Mistletoe & Holly Holly, when ingested, can cause pets to suffer nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Mistletoe can cause gastrointestinal upset and cardiovascular problems. Also many varieties of lilies can cause kidney failure in cats if ingested. Opt for pet-safe options.

Tinsel Town Kitties love this sparkly, light-catching “toy” that’s easy to bat around and carry in their mouths. But a nibble can lead to a swallow, which can lead to an obstructed digestive tract, severe vomiting, dehydration and possible surgery. It’s best to brighten your boughs with something other than tinsel.

Toy Joy  (Dogs) have been known to tear their toys apart and swallowing the pieces, which can then become lodged in the esophagus, stomach or intestines. Stick with chew toys that are basically indestructible, Kongs that can be stuffed with healthy foods or chew treats that are designed to be safely digestible. (Cats) Long, stringy things are a feline’s dream, but the most risky toys for cats involve ribbon, yarn and loose little parts that can get stuck in the intestines, often requiring surgery. Surprise kitty with a new ball that’s too big to swallow, a stuffed catnip toy or the interactive cat dancer—and tons of play sessions.

Feeding Frenzy By now you know not to feed your pets chocolate and anything sweetened with xylitol. Make sure to keep your pets away from the table and unattended plates of food, and be sure to secure the lids on garbage cans. Also, let your guests know that NO table scraps or food of any kind should be offered to your pets.

Here’s wishing you all a beautiful holiday season!!

Keeping Your Dogs & Cats Secure during 4th of July Fireworks!

4th of July Fireworks can be stressful for your furry friends!

Here’s a few tips for keeping your loved ones safe & happy:

Always have id tags (with updated telephone numbers) on your pets and have them pets micro-chipped. These are two easy precautions that will be helpful just in case they do escape during fireworks-they can be returned to you safely.

During the fireworks season, walk dogs during daylight hours and keep cats
 and dogs indoors when fireworks are happening.

Keep your dogs and cats dog in a safe and secure environment where they can’t escape when they hear sudden noises/explosions.

Make sure they always have somewhere to hide (if they need to) and they have access to these safe places 
at all times.

At dusk, close windows and curtains and put on music to muffle the sound of fireworks.

Have fun out there!!

Ringing in a New Year!

Welcoming in a New Year…and taking time to reflect on the past year, I am so thankful for my wonderful clients and all the fantastic animals that I get to watch over and care for.  I’m looking forward to another great year of service! 2017-here we come!!

Closing out 2016-it was a great year!

2016-was a great year for Rub My Belly!  These are just a few of the amazing animals that I got to care for over the holidays. I’m looking forward to another great year of service for 2017!!

Happy Holidays to you and your furry friends!

Here’s a few tips to make this Christmas/Hanukkah season go a little smoother for your furry friends:

Holiday Glow Don’t leave lighted candles unattended. Pets may burn themselves or cause a fire if they knock candles over. Be sure to use appropriate candleholders, placed on a stable surface. And if you leave the room, put the candles out!

Wired Up Keep wires, batteries and glass or plastic ornaments out of paws’ reach. A wire can deliver a potentially lethal electrical shock and a punctured battery can cause burns to the mouth and esophagus, while shards of breakable ornaments can damage your pet’s mouth.

Mistletoe & Holly Holly, when ingested, can cause pets to suffer nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Mistletoe can cause gastrointestinal upset and cardiovascular problems. Also many varieties of lilies can cause kidney failure in cats if ingested. Opt for pet-safe options.

Tinsel Town Kitties love this sparkly, light-catching “toy” that’s easy to bat around and carry in their mouths. But a nibble can lead to a swallow, which can lead to an obstructed digestive tract, severe vomiting, dehydration and possible surgery. It’s best to brighten your boughs with something other than tinsel.

Toy Joy  (Dogs) have been known to tear their toys apart and swallowing the pieces, which can then become lodged in the esophagus, stomach or intestines. Stick with chew toys that are basically indestructible, Kongs that can be stuffed with healthy foods or chew treats that are designed to be safely digestible. (Cats) Long, stringy things are a feline’s dream, but the most risky toys for cats involve ribbon, yarn and loose little parts that can get stuck in the intestines, often requiring surgery. Surprise kitty with a new ball that’s too big to swallow, a stuffed catnip toy or the interactive cat dancer—and tons of play sessions.

Feeding Frenzy By now you know not to feed your pets chocolate and anything sweetened with xylitol. Make sure to keep your pets away from the table and unattended plates of food, and be sure to secure the lids on garbage cans. Also, let your guests know that NO table scraps or food of any kind should be offered to your pets.

Here’s wishing you and your fur family a beautiful holiday season!!