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What Happens During a Professional Cat Sitting Visit?
What exactly happens when a professional cat sitter comes to your home to care for your cat? Is it just a matter of putting food in a bowl, scooping the litter box, and heading out? Not at Shoreline Happy Paws! Our in-home cat sitting visits are designed to keep...
5 Reasons a Dog Walk Is More Than Just a Bathroom Break
Your dog goes outside, does their business, and comes right back in. Mission accomplished, right? Well, not exactly. While bathroom breaks are an important part of your dog’s daily routine, a potty break and a proper dog walk aren’t the same. Walking...
How Much Exercise Does My Dog Need During the Week?
Monday through Friday can feel like a marathon. Between work, school, appointments, errands, and everything else on your calendar, finding time for your dog’s daily exercise isn’t always easy. But while your schedule changes throughout the week, your...
Why Does My Dog Behave Better for the Dog Walker Than for Me?
Your dog walker sends you an update: “Great walk today! We passed two dogs, waited nicely at the corner, and had a relaxing stroll around the neighborhood.” Meanwhile, you’re thinking: Are we talking about the same dog? If your dog seems calmer, listens...
5 Ways to Tell If Your Dog Did Well Home Alone While You Were at Work
You come home from work, unlock the door, and there’s your dog, tail wagging and thrilled to see you. Everything looks fine. But how do you know what happened during the eight or nine hours before you walked through the door? Some dogs genuinely handle time alone...
How Often Does My Dog Need to Go Potty? A Guide for Busy Dog Parents
You leave for work just before 8 a.m. Your dog went outside before you left, and you’ll be home around 5:30. They’ll be fine until then… right? Maybe. But there’s an important difference between how long a dog can hold their bladder and how...