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Why a Professional Pet Sitter is necessary

by lori on February 19, 2012

Spring is just around the corner! And while visions of a cabin fever-reducing getaway may be dancing in your head, the likelihood is that Fido won’t be tagging along. Instead, you may have set up boarding at a local kennel, or even asked a friend or family member to watch him while you are away. But before you head off to enjoy your well-deserved rendezvous with sun and sand, Wisconsin Pet Care wants to remind you why finding a good pet sitter will allow both of you to enjoy the time away.

How Hiring a Pet Sitter Benefits Your Dog

*There is no stress of having to acclimate to a new environment and/or new puppy pals.

*Your creature of habit can keep his same schedule and activities.

*He will receive personal one-on-one attention.

*Having the opportunity to go out and take a walk is so much better than being shut in while you are away.

*Stress and anxiety are high at kennels. Your dog will feed off the energy of others-thus becoming more and more stressed!

*Lots of nasty bugs lurk at boarding and kennels. It may be less money up front, but will a visit to the vet be less than $150 inclusive of meds?

How Hiring a Pet Sitter Benefits You

*You will have someone to do simple household chores: watering the plants, bringing in the mail/newspaper, etc.

*While a friend or family member may enjoy watching your dog, there is a peace of mind knowing that you have a professional looking after your companion. Our team knows first aid and CPR and we have relationships with every vet in town. We know how to handle emergencies.

*Your home is watched and the routine of your home stays the same-trash, recycling all get taken out and we contact you if we see suspicious behavior.

*We know how to handle any and all issues if something were to happen in your home.

What Should You Look For When Choosing a Qualified Pet Sitter?

*Is the potential pet sitter bonded and insured?

*Have you checked references from previous customers?

*Are the company’s pet sitters trained for emergency situations (first aid/CPR)?

*Is there a back-up plan in case the pet sitter has a personal emergency?

*What are the ratings of this person on BBB, Google, Yelp and Yahoo! Will the company provide references for you to check before making your decision?

WISCONSIN PET CARE provides all of this and more! As a part of our award winning service, we add personal touches to really set your mind at ease while you are away. After each visit, you will receive a text message update letting you know how your pet is doing. A daily journal is also kept so that you can be sure your dog is receiving all of the care he deserves! We pride ourselves on giving you and your pet the best customer experience pawsible.

How Can You Help Your Pet Sitter?

*Gather all food and pet supplies together and store them in one convenient place so that it is easy to find (with extras in case you are away longer than expected).

*During your initial meet and greet, be sure to provide thorough and accurate information about your pet (personality traits, habits, health issues, hiding spots, favorite toys).

Don’t feel guilty the next time a vacation comes calling. Everybody needs a little time away. When you’re ready for a spring break, Wisconsin Pet Care is your best choice for pet sitting.

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February is National Feline Dental Month. Are you doing your dilligence?

by lori on February 12, 2012

Oh winter weekends! When the temperature drops, I’m more inclined to sleep in and snuggle with my favorite warm ball of fur. Sure, she takes up most of the bed, but that rhythmic purr always lulls me right back into a cat nap. What could be greater than reawakening to her cute whiskered face? As she stretches her little paws, and takes a great big yawn, I’m immediately snapped back into reality! Kitty breath can be the worst! How does something so incredibly adorable harbor such a stinker?! February is National Pet Dental Health Month and a healthy mouth is the fastest way to get your feline ready for her close-up.

If you are a devoted reader of our blog, you know that we’ve discussed the nutritional deficiencies in dry cat food. However, it has been a long-standing myth that feeding your cat kibble aids in keeping her teeth clean. You might think that you’re contributing to her overall dental health, but that kibble isn’t sweeping away tartar and plaque buildup by the bowlful. Kibble is high in carbohydrates, has low moisture content and is comprised of by-products and chemicals – none of these qualities make kibble an ideal dental tool.

Just like humans, dental health in cats affects overall health. Bacteria in the mouth can travel into the bloodstream by way of diseased gums or decayed teeth, and can affect your cat’s heart, liver or kidneys. So what can you do to promote healthy teeth and gums for your cat?

Brush her teeth. Using a pet toothbrush (I have found that the finger ones are more cat-friendly) and cat-formulated toothpaste (don’t worry, your cat will like it), brush your cat’s teeth once a day. What’s that, your cat runs like the vacuum is chasing her at just the sound of opening the medicine cabinet? Ideally, you will start a dental care regimen with your kitten, so there would be no need to teach your older cat new tricks. However, with some patience, it is possible to get your seasoned cat to at least tolerate a daily brushing. The key is to start slow. Take baby steps and remember that even sticking to an every other day schedule will be more helpful than doing nothing at all.

Get a professional dental cleaning with your veterinarian. While all procedures under anesthetics have a certain level of risk, modern medicine has made teeth cleaning very safe. However, if this is a concern that is preventing you from getting your cat’s teeth cleaned, Wisconsin Pet Care recommends that you work with your veterinarian on alternate solutions for dental health. Fractured, decayed or diseased teeth and gums can be painful to your cat and may cause further health issues in the future.

Play with toys that are designed to aid in dental health. My cat is a mint-fiend! So when I brought home the Mint Stick toy from Petstages, she was ecstatic! The scrubby-texture helps massage her gums and aids in removing plaque from her teeth. If your cat doesn’t like the taste of mint, there are many other toys on the market that accomplish the same thing. Like scratching, chewing is very satisfying action for your cat. Playing with one of these toys can help her chew with purpose!

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A memorial to Tiki, by Michelle Baker

February 5, 2012

My dad was never much of an animal person, so it is a serendipitous match-up that I am his daughter. A stray-cat magnet, I remember constantly coming home with skinned knees, hugging a feral captor tightly in my arms. He was able to ignore my childish charm and say no to every single one…except Tiki. [...]

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Saying goodbye to my best friend

January 28, 2012

With a broken and heavy heart I write this blog. I’d like this to be a tribute to a wonderful friend; more faithful, honest, loving and kind than most people, and someone who I will never forget. The lessons I learned from her are too many to document, but we both benefited from the loving [...]

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Where’s the BEEF? What’s best for my fluffy feline?

January 22, 2012

As an obligate carnivore, your kitty relies solely on the nutrients found in animal flesh to complete her diet. Wisconsin Pet Care recommends feeding your cat the kind of food she’d eat in the wild: MEAT. Maybe she does like the occasional taste of a banana, or the crunchy texture of lettuce, but her body [...]

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Whats Eating Us? Commercial Food Giants!

January 15, 2012

If you were to open the bag of your pet’s food, what would you find? Is that orange crunchy sliver a carrot? Those large brown kibble bits look like meat, don’t they? The fact is that your pet’s dry food most likely consists of corn, by-products, preservatives and other chemicals. This mixture has been known [...]

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Purrrrrrrrrrfect Pet Parenting…what is the best course of action for my favorite feline?

January 8, 2012

Comparing dogs and cats is like comparing apples to oranges. Last week we discussed some of the things a pet parent can do to help Fido ring in the New Year. This week we will get a feline purrspective on the matter. 1) Grooming – Your tabby is content giving herself a tongue bath while [...]

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Wisconsin Pet Care LLC wins “Gold” award level for National Presents 4 Pets Campaign with NAPPS!

January 3, 2012

Dear Lori, We would like to congratulate you on winning the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS) Presents 4 Pets campaign at the Gold level. Your efforts have helped us to raise over $57,000 nationally to help shelter and rescue animals in 2011. We sincerely appreciate everything you have done to make your own [...]

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The 2012 Dog Owners Resolution List!

January 3, 2012

After you’ve cleared the confetti and empty champagne flutes, you might decide to make a few resolutions. A new year, a new you! Times to get those finances in order, the household more organized and lose the extra 10 you promised yourself last year. And while most of us make these ambitious promises with the [...]

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