April 23rd is National Lost Dog Awareness Day, and it’s a reminder that no matter how careful we are, accidents can happen. Here on the Connecticut Shoreline, where wooded areas, quiet neighborhoods, and coastal roads all intersect, dogs can cover more ground than we...
Adriana Valle
About Author: Adriana Valle
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.
Adriana’s Recent Articles
The Importance of Pet First Aid and CPR on the CT Shoreline
Living and working along the Connecticut Shoreline, I see firsthand how quickly situations can change for our pets. One moment it’s a peaceful walk, and the next it could be a cut paw pad, a sudden unexplained illness, or other emergency. That’s exactly why, today,...
Debunking 4 Common Myths About Professional Dog Walkers
Professional dog walking is one of those careers that often gets misunderstood. From the outside, it can look simple: grab a leash, head out the door, and enjoy time with dogs. But in reality, professional dog walking is a structured, skilled service that requires...
6 Dog-Related Hot Takes That You Might Not Agree With (But Your Dog Will)
Every dog parent wants to do what’s best for their pup. But in the world of dog care, there are plenty of commonly accepted ideas that don’t always serve dogs as well as we think. Here are 6 dog-related hot takes we stand by, based on our experience, gentle...
How Professional Dog Walkers Manage Mud Season in the CT Shoreline
If you live along the Connecticut Shoreline, you know that spring doesn’t just bring warmer weather; it brings mud season. Melting snow, coastal rain, and soft ground conditions can turn even the quickest walk into a muddy adventure. For many dogs, that’s part of the...
Planting a Pet-Safe Garden on the Connecticut Shoreline
Spring on the Connecticut Shoreline invites us outdoors, and for many pet parents, that means planting or refreshing a garden. But if you share your yard with a curious dog or cat, plant selection matters. The good news? You can create a beautiful, thriving garden...





