Adriana Valle is the Owner, Founder and Chief Pet-Loving Officer at Shoreline Happy Paws. She has been a Professional Pet Care Provider since 2014. Adriana is currently pursuing a certificate in dog behavior from CATCH Canine Trainers Academy and is a Certified Pet First Aid & CPR Instructor through PetTech. She is a longtime member of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters and Pet Sitters International.
Adriana posts weekly blogs to ensure that pet parents in the Shoreline and Lower River Valley areas of Southeastern Connecticut stay informed and educated on pet care best practices and pet-friendly living. Her topics range from Shoreline Happy Paws-specific topics, including highlighting the benefits of dog walking, dog hiking, and cat sitting services, to reporting on local shelter changes, wildlife threats, pet industry trends, and other current events.
Winter along the Connecticut shoreline has its own rhythm. Wind, rapidly changing weather, icy sidewalks, and shortened daylight hours can all limit outdoor time for dogs. While “cabin fever” is often talked about as a human winter issue, dogs living in coastal...
As we all brace for what promises to be a significant winter storm this weekend, we're discussing the importance of keeping pets warm during power outages on the CT Shoreline. Winter storms along the Connecticut shoreline bring a unique set of challenges. Strong winds...
Winter along the Connecticut Shoreline brings cold winds off the Long Island Sound, low humidity, and lots of indoor heating. As we discussed in last week's blog, these coastal realities can take a toll on our dogs' bodies. While we've covered coats and paws in...
Winter in Connecticut looks very different depending on where you live. Along the Shoreline, cold weather isn’t just about lower temperatures; it’s about wind off Long Island Sound, damp air, sudden weather shifts, and surfaces that can change from dry to icy in...
As we reflect on the past year at Shoreline Happy Paws, one thing is clear: our weekly blog wasn’t just about pet care, it was about the unique ecosystem, community, and rhythms of life along the Connecticut Shoreline. The topics we prioritized throughout the year...
Winter along the Connecticut Shoreline has its own rhythm. From brisk coastal winds and icy sidewalks to fluctuating temperatures that can turn a mild morning into a frigid afternoon, our weather is something of a gamble this time of year. For CT Shoreline dog...