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November 7, 2013

Adding To Your Pet Family

 Being an animal lover usually means having more than one kind of animal in your family. Be it a dog, cat, bird, rabbit or anything else that you fancy. Adding a dog to an already established pet family could easily turn into mayhem if not properly handled. Here are a few things to remember when bringing […] Continue reading Adding To Your Pet Family
November 7, 2013

The ‘Meet & Greet’

 Your precious pup loves to play and be sweet around you but keep in mind that he may not be so quick to warm to a minder whom he has never met before. Your dog may be a little shy or nervous especially with a minder that who is not particularly familiar with your breed […] Continue reading The ‘Meet & Greet’
October 21, 2013

Jean J. – September 2013

 Jean from Frenchs Forest, NSW  (Click the photo to view profile) Your first childhood dog’s name and breed My first childhood dog’s name was Mac. He was a Scottish Aberdeen Terrier. What 1 life lesson could humans learn from dogs? I think the No.1 life lesson humans can learn from dogs is unconditional love. “It’s […] Continue reading Jean J. – September 2013
October 21, 2013

Suzie E. – May 2013

 Suzie from Meridan Plains – Sunshine Coast (Member Since May, 2012) (Click the photo to view profile) Local doggy park & why its great? Currimundi beach is doggy heaven, such a great spot to run freely with your four-legged friend. Of course on-lead along the Esplanade from King’s Beach to Happy Valley is another favourite. What […] Continue reading Suzie E. – May 2013
October 21, 2013

Jo B. – June 2013

 Jo from Paddington, Brisbane QLD (Click the photo to view profile) Local doggy park & why its great? We have three in walking distance but our favourite would be Ashgrove. There are lovely people and dogs that go there, always willing to welcome new friends. Your first childhood dog’s name & breed I had two […] Continue reading Jo B. – June 2013
October 21, 2013

Kate T. – July 2013

 Kate from Rivervale, Perth WA (Click the photo to view profile)   Local doggy park & why its great?   Peet Park, there are always heaps of other dogs there and all are so friendly. Its huge so when i’m minding dogs that need plenty of exercise or love to chase a ball, Peet Park is perfect! […] Continue reading Kate T. – July 2013
August 27, 2013

Pet Sitters Get Paid to Play

 If you’d love to have a dog of your own but perhaps the long-term commitment is just too much or the rising cost of pet ownership has put it out of reach, don’t lose hope as there are options! Minding a dog whilst the owner is away is a great alternative to dog ownership. There […] Continue reading Pet Sitters Get Paid to Play
August 27, 2013

Canine Body Language

 Many dog owners tell us of the frustration in trying to communicate with their dog as well as trying to understand how their dog is feeling. Knowing its not easy, we’ve put together some key body language messages that will help you understand just how your pup is feeling. Let’s take a look at the […] Continue reading Canine Body Language
August 27, 2013

Considering a Second Dog

 Dogs are fun-loving animals and they’re sociable too, but welcoming a second dog into the family can be problematic, as dogs are known to be territorial animals. It’s important that you have a basic understanding of how to handle this introduction before you bring home dog number two. Here are five ways to make this […] Continue reading Considering a Second Dog