

My Near Perfect Dog - Getting Started
A balanced dog is a joy to live with and a well behaved dog is welcome almost anywhere. I believe that every dog can become one. Since...


My Near Perfect Dog - The Educated Dog
The article below perfectly describes the goal of The Near Perfect Dog. Check out their website for more awesome information! An educated...


My Near Perfect Dog - Marker Training
The basic premise of marker training is that you use a clicker (or a sound) to "mark" a behavior that you want. The first thing you do...


Keep Your Pets Safe On The Fourth Of July
More pets panic, escape and run away on July 4th than any other time of the year. Don't assume that because they've been okay with loud...


Play Bare!
About an hour ago, I was reminded of how important it is to have dogs play WITHOUT their collars. I'm at a client's house and their two...


Animal Shelter And Rescue Appreciation Week
Today is the beginning of Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week all over the nation. Shelters and rescues work tirelessly to help...


Howl-O-Ween Tips For Pet Owners
Halloween can be a lot of fun for people, but it often is not for our pets. Before everything starts, put your pets in a quiet, safe...


Fun Facts - "First" Dogs
#DogsInPoliticsDay In 1952, Richard M. Nixon was a candidate for Vice-President of the United States, running with Dwight D. Eisenhower. ...


What Happens During A Pet Sitting Visit?
It completely depends on the unique personality and emotional needs of your pet. Some want our attention right away, while others may...


Get Ready For Your Pet Sitter's Visits
There are a lot of things to get done before you leave! Here’s a helpful checklist to help you get ready for our visits. Make sure that...