by michelleandthekids | May 4, 2026 | Uncategorized
We HEART All Animals! World War I began in 1914 and resulted in the deaths of approximately 10 million horses utilized in fighting in Europe, according to the American Humane Association. The American Humane Association held its 38th annual meeting in Atlantic City,...
by michelleandthekids | Apr 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
Personal Pet and Home Care vs. "App" Sitters Disadvantages of using Apps for pet sitting include inconsistent sitter quality, potential safety risks (like lost pets or unvetted individuals), and lack of direct oversight from the platform, which acts only as a...
by michelleandthekids | Apr 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Protect Your Pet's Heart! April is National Heartworm Awareness Month, dedicated to educating pet owners about the dangers of heartworm disease—a severe, mosquito-borne illness affecting dogs, cats, and ferrets. It emphasizes year-round prevention, annual testing, and...
by michelleandthekids | Apr 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Keep Your Pet Healthy this Spring April is the time for warm weather, spring flowers, and harmful bugs! Keep your pet safe from fleas and ticks this year. Fleas and ticks are harmful to pets because they cause intense discomfort, skin infections, allergic reactions,...
by michelleandthekids | Apr 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
First Aid Kits for your Pets A comprehensive pet first-aid kit should include medical essentials such as gauze, vet wrap, adhesive tape, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment, hydrogen peroxide (3%), and a thermometer. For safety, include a muzzle, tweezers, tick...
by michelleandthekids | Apr 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
April Pet Holidays Heartworm Awareness Month April is National Heartworm Awareness Month, crucial time for pet owners, vets, and organizations to focus on this serious, yet preventable, disease affecting dogs, cats, and ferrets, transmitted by mosquitoes. Awareness...
