Health & Safety 2/5

Missing Animals

Post from a year ago: Feb 5, 2023: Edition 181 All too often we see missing pet reports. As animal lovers, we have large hearts. We want...

Create Your Own Contract!

Feb 6, 2024: Edition 179 I will never claim to be perfect. Anyone who does is fooling themselves. Every human is fraught with...

"What good is a public voice if not used to assist others?"

Feb 5, 2024: Edition 177 I share this information not to frighten but to inform. I'd rather be informed than ignorant. Several local...

Socialization: Myth Versus Fact

Jan 27, 2024: Edition 176 We appreciate these pertinent reminders from Bless the Bullys! Bless the Bullys: People hear "socialization,"...

Interview Assistance in the Name of Safety

Jan 25, 2024: Edition 175 This post is from Central Oregon Pet Services on Facebook. Community members are welcome to join, in order to...

Winter Reminders

Jan 14, 2024: Edition 173 This list of reminders is not comprehensive. Feel free to add to the comments. Please, please: limit your...

Mental Health Resources

Jan 14, 2024: Edition 172 Sharing a personal post from a year ago. Not pet related. Resources in case they help anyone. Stay safe. Be...

I'll Say it Again! - Safety First

Jan 10, 2024: Edition 171 Safety should be at the forefront of our minds at all times. Please be mindful of the private details that are...

Snow Removal Keeps Our Community Safe

Jan 11, 2024: Edition 170 Update: a community member pointed out that it's easier for dog owners to clean the waste when the paths &...

Winter Safety Reminders

Dec 31, 2023: Episode 167

New Year Eve Reminders

Dec 31, 2023: Edition 165

The Dangers of Silica Gel Packets

Jan 1, 2024: Edition 163 We thank the ASPCA Poison Control Center for this article. Silica Gel: DO NOT EAT' With all the boxes and gifts...

How to Minimize The Risk of Dog Loss

Nov 29, 2023: Episode 161 A dog went missing while under the care of a pet sitter. Gratefully, this pup was reunited with his family...

What is Fear Free?

Nov 29, 2023: Episode 160 A member of the public questioned the meaning of Fear Free. I'm paraphrasing here, as I wouldn't share quotes...

Your Safety is Our Top Priority!

Nov 29, 2023: Episode 158 Your safety is our top priority, even if you're not our client! Please take measures to protect yourself, your...

Fear Free Certified Professionals

Dec 2, 2023: Episode 155 There are multiple reasons for this post. Bragging is not one of them. Sits & Wiggles is; & always has been;...

Now Offering Sniff Spot Adventures!

Dec 1, 2023: Episode 154 Many people visit dog parks in order for their pups to run, socialize, enjoy different scents, etc. However,...

A Dog Owner’s Guide to Navigating Respiratory Disease Concerns By Scott Weese on November 27, 2023

Nov 27, 2023: Episode 153 There’s been a lot of discussion about canine infectious respiratory disease complex (CIRDC) going around in...

"Honor The Animal..."

Oct 11, 2023: Episode 140 I made this meme approximately a year ago. I'm sharing it again to show some of our core beliefs. I am not a...

Pet Care Provider Interview Tips

Oct 5. 2023: Episode 138 Here's a post from Central Oregon Pet Services. If you're interviewing pet sitters, we recommend asking about...