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5 Ways to Keep Your Dog Calm During Halloween Walks in the CT Shoreline
Halloween decorations and sounds can feel downright terrifying for dogs. Flickering jack-o’-lanterns, motion-activated witches, inflatable ghosts and goblins, and eerie sound effects can startle even the most confident dogs. When walking your dog(s) this time of...
Hidden Dangers of Doggie Doors: Why a Dog Walker Is a Safer Choice
The hidden dangers of doggie doors are often missed until it’s too late! For busy pet parents, long workdays can evoke feelings of guilt about leaving their dogs at home alone. Homeowners often install a doggie door to give their pets “freedom” during the...
4 Things Our Dogs Would Tell Us If They Weren’t Afraid to Hurt Our Feelings
Dogs love us unconditionally. They greet us with wagging tails, forgive our busy schedules, and seem to always be happy just to be near us. A trend on social media got me thinking about the 4 things our dogs would tell you if they weren’t afraid to hurt our...
National Dog Week: How Dogs Enhance Our Health and Happiness
National Dog Week is a special time to celebrate the incredible bond between humans and dogs. During this week, celebrated annually during the last full week of September, we recognize how sharing our lives with these loyal companions can significantly improve our...
Dog Walker Appreciation Day: Become a Shoreline Happy Paws Dog Walker
Every September 8th, we celebrate Dog Walker Appreciation Day, a time to recognize dog walking professionals who lace up their sneakers, clip leashes, and head out rain or shine to make tails wag across the Connecticut Shoreline. As we honor our dog walkers this...
Dog Walking Safety Tips & Tools for Old Saybrook & Beyond
Walking a dog along the Connecticut Shoreline offers stunning views and a really enjoyable experience, but ensuring safety for both pet and pet parent (or dog walker) is critical, even in secure towns like Old Saybrook. While crime rates are low in our area,...