Dog sitters are appropriate alternatives for when you have to travel, but don’t want to place your pup in a boarding kennel. Not that there’s anything wrong with kennels, your dog just might not get along with its other dogs or properly adjust to the kennel environment. With a dog sitter, your dog can stay in an environment that it’s used to without having to confront or deal with strange canines, strange rules, or strange procedures. Here’s what you need to know about dog sitters.  read more »

Dog walkers are great alternatives to full-time dog care facilities especially when all day dog-sitting isn’t necessary or even appropriate. They also provide great opportunities for dogs to exercise and socialize with other people and animals. Just take a peek at your nearest urban park. You might see a couple waking anywhere from three to six dogs at a time! If you’re interested in soliciting a dog walker’s services, ask him or her to address the following issues.  read more »