But, just like us, pets need extra care during the hot months. Here are some key considerations to ensure your pet stays safe and enjoys some CT Shoreline fun in the sun safely.
Adriana Valle
About Author: Adriana Valle
Adriana Valle is the Owner, Founder, and Chief Pet-Loving Officer at Shoreline Happy Paws LLC, where she has led professional pet care since 2010. Her pet care journey started in Doha, Qatar, where she founded the country’s first full-time pet sitting service, before relocating to the Connecticut Shoreline in 2017 and rebuilding it into a team-based pet care company trusted by more than 600 local families.
Adriana is a Certified Pet First Aid and CPR Instructor, trained through the Pet Safety Crusader curriculum by Denise Fleck, and teaches hands-on Pet CPR and First Aid classes for pet parents throughout the Shoreline. She is currently pursuing a certificate in dog behavior from CATCH Canine Trainers Academy and is a longtime member of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters and Pet Sitters International. She regularly attends pet industry conferences across the country to stay on the leading edge of professional pet care standards, safety practices, and industry trends. Shoreline Happy Paws is veterinarian recommended and proudly holds a 5-star Google review from Saybrook Veterinary Hospital.
Beyond daily pet care, Adriana leads the Shoreline’s pet parent community, running social community walks, hikes, and Dog Water Adventures for pet parents across Southeastern Connecticut, along with the CT Pet Parents Facebook community. She also welcomes dogs into her own Essex home through the company’s Homestyle Boarding service, and is currently launching the first Doggie Adventure Bus in the CT Shoreline, a group enrichment adventure on wheels.
Her love of animals started early, growing up in El Salvador surrounded by eight Boxers and her grandparents’ farm animals, and later volunteering with the Qatar Animal Welfare Society caring for rescued strays. A fluent Spanish speaker, she is proud to serve Shoreline families in both English and Spanish. Today she shares her home with her husband Chris, Cannoli the Corgi, and Gnocchi the hedgehog.
Adriana has written more than 200 articles on pet care, safety, and pet-friendly living. She 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
Cats & Catnip: The Herb That Makes Kitty Go Ga-Ga
What exactly is it about catnip that makes cats act weird and how much is too much? Today we’ll answer those questions with Cats & Catnip: The Herb That Makes Kitty Go Ga-Ga.
Pet Moms Are Moms Too
Today, we’re celebrating moms – moms to children, cat moms, dog moms, and more – because, at Shoreline Happy Paws, we believe pet moms are moms too!
Hiring a Dog Walker While Working From Home
While it’s tempting to think constant companionship translates to fulfilled doggy needs, the reality is, Fido still needs his walks. Today, we’re talking about Hiring a Dog Walker While Working From Home and why doing so is good for everyone.
CT Shoreline’s Local Veterinary Practices
While large corporate chains abound, there are many benefits to choosing and supporting CT Shoreline’s local veterinary practices.
Conquering Springtime Shedding in Cats & Dogs
While messy, springtime shedding is a natural process. With a little effort, you can manage the tumbleweeds and keep your pet feeling and looking their best. Let’s talk about conquering springtime shedding in cats and dogs.