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dog walking

Dog Walking by people who care.

  dog walking by people who care Have you ever taken the time to stop and watch a dog while he or she is enjoying life? One thing about our canine friends is that, unlike many humans, they certainly take the time to literally stop and smell the roses. We can learn a lot from our pets, their joy for life is contagious. That is why we love what we do at Pet Friends. We all know that dogs need time and attention from their humans and society is such nowadays that although we love our pets very much we don’t always have the time to dedicate to them. Our pets not only require regular exercise such as dog walking but play and stimulation too; these can eliminate destructive behaviours such as excessive barking or chewing. Click this link to appreciate the dedication of dog walking.

Dog Walking in Perth when you can't.

We have dedicated dog walkers in Perth who are available for your pet whenever you are too busy and they just love dog walking. We are committed to provide not just regular walks but exploration time and play. Did you know that unacceptable behaviour in dogs may be caused by loneliness or boredom? At Pet Friends we love the excitement of man’s best friend whenever we show up for a visit. Our dog walks are always one on one to ensure that each pet receives undivided care and attention especially if they are vulnerable or antisocial but the socially adept ones not only can enjoy the pet minder’s focus but they can generally make new canine friends at the local park. This is so important to a dog’s wellbeing; they need company because as we know they are pack animals who have a need for interactions from us and other four legged pals. Our pooches give us so much unconditional love and they deserve the luxury of some time just for them exercising and exploring especially as the sun is once again shining and the skies are blue. Don’t deny your best friend the benefits of regular dog walking sessions, get in touch with one of our dedicated pet sitters in Perth who can provide a service to you and your dog that will have enormous benefits. Our dog walkers in Perth are always available for you and your four legged friend. A well exercised and stimulated dog is a happy one so how about a special gift for him or her to begin the New Year with such as regular walks, play and attention? Click the link to find out more about our dog walking service.  

http://www.petfriends.net.au/pet-home-care/dog-walking

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dog walking

Dog Walking by people who care.

  dog walking by people who care Have you ever taken the time to stop and watch a dog while he or she is enjoying life? One thing about our canine friends is that, unlike many humans, they certainly take the time to literally stop and smell the roses. We can learn a lot from our pets, their joy for life is contagious. That is why we love what we do at Pet Friends. We all know that dogs need time and attention from their humans and society is such nowadays that although we love our pets very much we don’t always have the time to dedicate to them. Our pets not only require regular exercise such as dog walking but play and stimulation too; these can eliminate destructive behaviours such as excessive barking or chewing. Click this link to appreciate the dedication of dog walking.

Dog Walking in Perth when you can't.

We have dedicated dog walkers in Perth who are available for your pet whenever you are too busy and they just love dog walking. We are committed to provide not just regular walks but exploration time and play. Did you know that unacceptable behaviour in dogs may be caused by loneliness or boredom? At Pet Friends we love the excitement of man’s best friend whenever we show up for a visit. Our dog walks are always one on one to ensure that each pet receives undivided care and attention especially if they are vulnerable or antisocial but the socially adept ones not only can enjoy the pet minder’s focus but they can generally make new canine friends at the local park. This is so important to a dog’s wellbeing; they need company because as we know they are pack animals who have a need for interactions from us and other four legged pals. Our pooches give us so much unconditional love and they deserve the luxury of some time just for them exercising and exploring especially as the sun is once again shining and the skies are blue. Don’t deny your best friend the benefits of regular dog walking sessions, get in touch with one of our dedicated pet sitters in Perth who can provide a service to you and your dog that will have enormous benefits. Our dog walkers in Perth are always available for you and your four legged friend. A well exercised and stimulated dog is a happy one so how about a special gift for him or her to begin the New Year with such as regular walks, play and attention? Click the link to find out more about our dog walking service.  

http://www.petfriends.net.au/pet-home-care/dog-walking

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The ideal dog walker values water

  Milo, Otis and Nash have just come back from a fun walk with their dog walker in Perth. They had such a great time in the sunshine but they could all do with a bit of cooling down now! First of all they need a good long drink …they are in luck …their family have left the kiddie pool full of water… It is so cool and refreshing…they don't waste any time plunging in!

Your Dog Walker should encourage cooling off

Let’s not forget the fun side of a good swim at the dog beach. It is just as important as a good play in the park chasing a stick or catching a ball. Your ideal dog walker will possess both the time and the enthusiasm to ensure that your pet is not only exercised but has a great deal of fun too! Click on this link to find out how a dog walker can help improve the quality of your dog's day. Jensen and Cooper’s owners are very much aware of the importance of keeping their pets cool by having plenty of fresh water on hand in two full buckets so that the chance of it running out, or spillage, is minimised. Regardless, the twins still take the opportunity to take a plunge in the fish pond.

 The ideal dog walker understands water is vital

This is so much fun! But it is also vital on a hot summer day after exercise. Dogs are quite susceptible to heatstroke because they have sweat glands only on their feet and they rely on panting in order to cool themselves down. The fur coat they have to wear all year round also does not help with excessive heat! Click on this link to see how you and your dog walker can work together to keep your dog cool and hydrated during the hotter months.

Have a dog walker visit whilst away

 Click here to check out how a pet sitter can be arranged to visit your beloved pets while you are away and ensure there is always drinking water available and that there are plenty of opportunities of a good cooling down especially during the hot weather. Roxy and Jax (below) are always happy to see their favourite petsitter when their owners are away.     

       http://www.petfriends.net.au/pet-home-care/the-ideal-dog-walker-values-water

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The ideal dog walker values water

  Milo, Otis and Nash have just come back from a fun walk with their dog walker in Perth. They had such a great time in the sunshine but they could all do with a bit of cooling down now! First of all they need a good long drink …they are in luck …their family have left the kiddie pool full of water… It is so cool and refreshing…they don't waste any time plunging in!

Your Dog Walker should encourage cooling off

Let’s not forget the fun side of a good swim at the dog beach. It is just as important as a good play in the park chasing a stick or catching a ball. Your ideal dog walker will possess both the time and the enthusiasm to ensure that your pet is not only exercised but has a great deal of fun too! Click on this link to find out how a dog walker can help improve the quality of your dog's day. Jensen and Cooper’s owners are very much aware of the importance of keeping their pets cool by having plenty of fresh water on hand in two full buckets so that the chance of it running out, or spillage, is minimised. Regardless, the twins still take the opportunity to take a plunge in the fish pond.

 The ideal dog walker understands water is vital

This is so much fun! But it is also vital on a hot summer day after exercise. Dogs are quite susceptible to heatstroke because they have sweat glands only on their feet and they rely on panting in order to cool themselves down. The fur coat they have to wear all year round also does not help with excessive heat! Click on this link to see how you and your dog walker can work together to keep your dog cool and hydrated during the hotter months.

Have a dog walker visit whilst away

 Click here to check out how a pet sitter can be arranged to visit your beloved pets while you are away and ensure there is always drinking water available and that there are plenty of opportunities of a good cooling down especially during the hot weather. Roxy and Jax (below) are always happy to see their favourite petsitter when their owners are away.     

       http://www.petfriends.net.au/pet-home-care/the-ideal-dog-walker-values-water

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How safe is it to use a Pet Sitter?

In the 18 years I have been providing pet sitter services to pet lovers in Perth I have occasionally been asked

"Is it safe to leave my pets at home while I am away"

My response to this is a resounding "Yes".  But you don't have to rely solely on my word. Just click on this link to see what many others who have used a pet sitter also have to say.

Using a pet sitter is safe for your pets

These happy pet owners have discovered that the service provided by a pet sitter fulfills all requirements for their pets' care in terms of both physical and psychological well being. This is because our pets are happiest in their own environment. I elaborate further on this in another article, for more you can click on this link to read how  pet home care  stacks up against using kennels and catteries to board your pets while you are away. In fact, having a pet sitter visiting the home daily has also proven on occasions to be safest for your home.

Using a pet sitter is safe for your home

I can remember one owner being terribly relieved that their pet sitter was able to avert serious damage occurring to their home after a mains water pipe burst in their back yard. It was just a routine day with Pet Friends carers across the northern suburbs visiting and feeding and walking pets whilst their owners were away. Suzie was at the home of  2 cats and 2 rabbits which she was feeding in the owners' absence. In this case, the cats lived outdoors and were to be fed in the front carport area and the rabbits hutch was in a front courtyard. Gardens were on automatic retic. There was no necessity to go into the back yard. However, Pet Friends pet carers are trained to conduct routine checks of homes we visit and to be observant of anything unusual, eg. parcels/papers left, doors, windows tampered with or broken, retic dug up or not working, pool turning green, holes being dug, etc. On this day, Suzie noticed something very disturbing  whilst doing her usual routine check around the home. There was water coming up through the pavers near the laundry. She reported this immediately. I advised her to turn the water off at the mains until I arrived, around 20 minutes later. By this time, when I turned the water on to check it, it was bubbling rapidly through the pavers and, if not turned off immediately, threatened to flood the home. The owner was contacted, and a plumber arranged and the issue was resolved with no damage. There could have been very serious consequences and costs had the owners used pet boarding and had no one visiting to check on their home. On another occasion, a pet sitter noticed flames licking up from under the pavers near a hot water system. Apparently there was a leak in one of the pipes near the system and the gas had risen high enough to be ignited by the pilot light. Again, this would have been disastrous for the home owners had it gone undetected...they were overseas for 3 weeks and chose to have their 3 dogs cared for at their home instead of in a kennel. The owners were notified, a gas plumber called out, and disaster averted. luckily these incidents are few and far between. But it is far better that someone is visiting your home to notice and have them dealt with than not at all. Give yourself peace of mind when next you go away and leave your home and pets in  safe hands. Click on this link to see how a pet sitter can help you.

 http://www.petfriends.net.au/pet-home-care/how-safe-is-it-to-use-a-pet-sitter

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How safe is it to use a Pet Sitter?

In the 18 years I have been providing pet sitter services to pet lovers in Perth I have occasionally been asked

"Is it safe to leave my pets at home while I am away"

My response to this is a resounding "Yes".  But you don't have to rely solely on my word. Just click on this link to see what many others who have used a pet sitter also have to say.

Using a pet sitter is safe for your pets

These happy pet owners have discovered that the service provided by a pet sitter fulfills all requirements for their pets' care in terms of both physical and psychological well being. This is because our pets are happiest in their own environment. I elaborate further on this in another article, for more you can click on this link to read how  pet home care  stacks up against using kennels and catteries to board your pets while you are away. In fact, having a pet sitter visiting the home daily has also proven on occasions to be safest for your home.

Using a pet sitter is safe for your home

I can remember one owner being terribly relieved that their pet sitter was able to avert serious damage occurring to their home after a mains water pipe burst in their back yard. It was just a routine day with Pet Friends carers across the northern suburbs visiting and feeding and walking pets whilst their owners were away. Suzie was at the home of  2 cats and 2 rabbits which she was feeding in the owners' absence. In this case, the cats lived outdoors and were to be fed in the front carport area and the rabbits hutch was in a front courtyard. Gardens were on automatic retic. There was no necessity to go into the back yard. However, Pet Friends pet carers are trained to conduct routine checks of homes we visit and to be observant of anything unusual, eg. parcels/papers left, doors, windows tampered with or broken, retic dug up or not working, pool turning green, holes being dug, etc. On this day, Suzie noticed something very disturbing  whilst doing her usual routine check around the home. There was water coming up through the pavers near the laundry. She reported this immediately. I advised her to turn the water off at the mains until I arrived, around 20 minutes later. By this time, when I turned the water on to check it, it was bubbling rapidly through the pavers and, if not turned off immediately, threatened to flood the home. The owner was contacted, and a plumber arranged and the issue was resolved with no damage. There could have been very serious consequences and costs had the owners used pet boarding and had no one visiting to check on their home. On another occasion, a pet sitter noticed flames licking up from under the pavers near a hot water system. Apparently there was a leak in one of the pipes near the system and the gas had risen high enough to be ignited by the pilot light. Again, this would have been disastrous for the home owners had it gone undetected...they were overseas for 3 weeks and chose to have their 3 dogs cared for at their home instead of in a kennel. The owners were notified, a gas plumber called out, and disaster averted. luckily these incidents are few and far between. But it is far better that someone is visiting your home to notice and have them dealt with than not at all. Give yourself peace of mind when next you go away and leave your home and pets in  safe hands. Click on this link to see how a pet sitter can help you.

 http://www.petfriends.net.au/pet-home-care/how-safe-is-it-to-use-a-pet-sitter

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Cat Minding with Care

Cats are enigmatic creatures, mysterious and beautiful. I personally adore them and share my home with two of them. It is said that dogs love their masters as much as cats love their home. Felines are not as demonstrative but faithful and loving to their owners and they deserve to be pampered. It is a fact that cats are extremely territorial and that they love their living space. In certain situations cats can become quite distressed if moved to a different environment. It is scary stuff for a pussycat to find him or herself in a strange noisy place that is nothing like home! Click on this link to find out why cat minding in the home is the kinder alternative. Many of our doggie friends love a car ride whereas most cats do not particularly enjoy being enclosed in a cat carrier only to be driven to a new place and placed in a cage.

Stay at Home Cat Minding

At Pet Friends we have many feline friends we visit on a daily basis while their owners are away on holidays or at work. Our pet sitters arrive to often find these beautiful creatures relaxed in their favourite spot and although the cats may miss their humans they particularly appreciate the security of their normal routine. Our carers will clean litter trays, provide fresh water and food and of course supply a generous amount of play and cuddles. Click this link to find out more about our cat minding services.

Cat Minding Services in Perth

Cats are independent creatures and they deserve the one on one attention of a home visit by their favourite cat minding carer in Perth. We cover most northern suburbs from Dalkeith to Joondalup and from Scarborough to Ballajura. If your little friend is feeling secure and receives a daily visit from a cat minding service like Pet Friends, whereby their carer will spend a little time playing, grooming etc. there is a good chance he or she may not even notice you’ve gone!  

http://www.petfriends.net.au/pet-home-care/cat-minding

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Cat Minding with Care

Cats are enigmatic creatures, mysterious and beautiful. I personally adore them and share my home with two of them. It is said that dogs love their masters as much as cats love their home. Felines are not as demonstrative but faithful and loving to their owners and they deserve to be pampered. It is a fact that cats are extremely territorial and that they love their living space. In certain situations cats can become quite distressed if moved to a different environment. It is scary stuff for a pussycat to find him or herself in a strange noisy place that is nothing like home! Click on this link to find out why cat minding in the home is the kinder alternative. Many of our doggie friends love a car ride whereas most cats do not particularly enjoy being enclosed in a cat carrier only to be driven to a new place and placed in a cage.

Stay at Home Cat Minding

At Pet Friends we have many feline friends we visit on a daily basis while their owners are away on holidays or at work. Our pet sitters arrive to often find these beautiful creatures relaxed in their favourite spot and although the cats may miss their humans they particularly appreciate the security of their normal routine. Our carers will clean litter trays, provide fresh water and food and of course supply a generous amount of play and cuddles. Click this link to find out more about our cat minding services.

Cat Minding Services in Perth

Cats are independent creatures and they deserve the one on one attention of a home visit by their favourite cat minding carer in Perth. We cover most northern suburbs from Dalkeith to Joondalup and from Scarborough to Ballajura. If your little friend is feeling secure and receives a daily visit from a cat minding service like Pet Friends, whereby their carer will spend a little time playing, grooming etc. there is a good chance he or she may not even notice you’ve gone!  

http://www.petfriends.net.au/pet-home-care/cat-minding