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Rainy or Cold Day Routines: Indoor Enrichment Ideas for Pets
Rainy or cold days can feel long when outdoor time is limited, but indoor enrichment can be just as satisfying as a walk. Simple activities like food puzzles, snuffle mats, cardboard box games, easy training tricks, and scent games give pets a healthy outlet for their energy and curiosity while supporting calm, confidence, and overall wellbeing. With just a few minutes at a time, you can turn a gloomy day into a fun routine your pet actually looks forward to.


New Year, New Paws: Setting Goals for a Happier, Healthier Pet
New year, new paws. This is your sign to set a few simple pet goals that actually stick. From easy enrichment ideas to healthier routines, small changes can make a big difference in your pet’s happiness and well being.


New Year Prep: Organizing Pet Records, Supplies, and Goals
Fresh year, fresh start. for you and your pet. This simple New Year prep checklist walks you through updating vet records and vaccines, doing a quick safety scan of everyday supplies like leashes, tags, toys, and treats, and setting a few realistic enrichment or wellness goals you can actually stick with. A little organization now can mean fewer last minute scrambles later. plus a healthier, happier household all year long.


Holiday Pet Safety Tips: Keep the Season Merry and Bright for Your Furry Family
The holidays bring joy, sparkle, and plenty of excitement, but they also come with hidden hazards for our furry family members. From tempting treats to bustling gatherings, a little preparation keeps the season merry and safe. These simple holiday pet safety tips will help you protect your pets’ well-being so everyone can enjoy a peaceful, stress free celebration.


Our Favorite Enrichment Toys for the Holidays
This holiday season, skip the clutter of one more squeaky toy and choose gifts that keep your pet’s mind busy instead. Enrichment toys turn mealtime and playtime into little brain games, helping pets burn off energy, feel calmer, and practice natural behaviors like sniffing, licking, and problem solving. From snuffle mats and puzzle feeders to lickable holiday treats and simple DIY projects, there are so many fun ways to make the season brighter for both you and your furry fa


Digestive Health Tips for Pets Around Holiday Treats
Keep your pet’s tummy happy this holiday season! Learn which festive foods to avoid, safe treat alternatives to share, and the signs of digestive upset so your furry friend enjoys the celebrations safely.


Packing for Pets: Travel Tips for the Holidays
Heading out for the holidays with your furry friend? From must-pack essentials to travel tips for cars and planes, learn how to keep your pet safe, comfy, and stress-free on every leg of your journey. Safe travels for your whole crew!


How to Help Anxious Pets During the Holidays
Holidays can be stressful for pets with all the noise and guests. Learn how to spot anxiety early, use calming tools like pheromones and music, and adjust routines so your furry friends stay relaxed and happy all season long.


Keeping Pets Calm During Halloween Night
Trick-or-treat night can be spooky fun for us but stressful for pets! Learn how to prep your home, desensitize the doorbell, and manage the Halloween hustle so your furry friends stay calm, comfortable, and safe all night long.


Preparing Pets for Halloween
Halloween is full of fun for humans but it can be spooky for pets! From candy hazards to scary sounds, a little preparation goes a long way. Keep your furry friends safe, calm, and part of the fun this Halloween season!


The Power of Routine for Anxious Pets
Routine builds trust, eases anxiety, and creates a sense of security for pets. A consistent daily rhythm can make a world of difference for your furry friend and we’re here to help keep things calm, structured, and pawsitive!


Caring for Pets as Family: Practical Tips for Pet Parents
Responsible pet parenting is about more than food and shelter and is a lifelong commitment to health, enrichment, and love. From cats and dogs to birds, reptiles, and small critters, thoughtful care helps every pet thrive.


International Cat Day Celebration: Debunking Myths & Loving Cats Right
Every August 8th is International Cat Day. It is the purr-fect time to shower your feline friend with love (on their terms, of course) and celebrate the joy, mystery, and wellbeing of our whiskered companions.


Client Stories: How Positive Reinforcement and Fear Free Methods Change Lives
At Pawsitive Dawg, we believe every pet deserves kindness, patience, and respect. Our team is celebrating heartwarming moments where trust bloomed and fear faded. To us pet care is more than visits, it's about building lasting bonds.


Tips for Managing Summer Shedding: Keeping Your Pet (and Home) a Little Less Fuzzy This Season
When temps rise, pets shed their winter coats and suddenly your home’s a fur factory! With a few simple tools and tips, you can manage the mess and keep your pets cool, comfy, and clean all summer long.


How to Create a Pet Cooling Station at Home
Not all pets love fans or A/C! A cozy cooling station can help your furry friend beat the heat and stay comfy. It’s a safe, enriching way to enjoy summer and something we’re always happy to help with during our visits!


July is National Lost Pet Prevention Month
July is National Lost Pet Prevention Month! A few simple steps like updated ID tags and secure exits can help keep your furry friend safe. At Pawsitive Dawg Walking and Pet Sitting, we know pets are family, and their safety is always a top priority.


Pet Safety Tips for Father’s Day BBQs and Gatherings
Father’s Day BBQs are fun for the whole family, including pets! Keep your furry friends safe by watching out for hot grills, unsafe foods, and open doors. A little prep goes a long way in making sure your celebration is safe and stress-free for everyone, paws and all!


Celebrating Rescue Pets: Stories of Hope and Second Chances
Rescue pets bring love, resilience, and joy into our lives. Today, we’re celebrating their incredible journeys and the second chances that make all the difference.


Why Cats Talk So Much: Understanding Feline Communication
Cats chatter for many reasons. Meows, chirps, purrs, growls, and yowls each paint a different mood. Match the sound to the moment: a breakfast meow, a greeting trill, or a stress yowl. Sudden or nonstop vocalizing can hint at pain or illness, so call your vet if it spikes. Listening to tone, context, and body language lets you meet needs faster and deepen your bond.
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