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Halloween is just around the corner and Shoreline Connecticut families are starting to get into the Halloween spirit. As professional dog walkers and pet sitters, we too are beginning to see many outdoor decorations including inflatables and lights that are meant to haunt and excite. From our perspective, it’s hard to ignore the impact these...

Some dogs seem to learn manners and socialize beautifully with minimal human intervention. Many others, however, require more structured learning to navigate the world around them successfully. For this reason, every dog lover will likely need a dog trainer at some point in their dog guardianship journey. Today, we’ll tackle the common...

Summer is about to wrap! Parents everywhere are relieved. They are thankful that their children will turn off their tablets, return to school, and get back on a set schedule. While CT River Valley and Shoreline families look to the fall semester and back-to-school shopping, our team at Shoreline Happy Paws is excited about getting dogs back...

It is common for families to adopt or acquire pets over holiday periods and during the summer months. Summer pet adoptions seem like a no-brainer: kids are out of school and vacation days are meant to be taken. In addition, the weather, while warm, is better for walking and exploring than it is in late fall and winter. It’s important to...

Last week, we discussed the importance of keeping our pets cool this time of year. One of the reasons for taking precautions is the dangers associated with heatstroke. Today, we are breaking down heatstroke in cats and dogs. We’ll discuss how to recognize it and what to do if you fear your pet is overheating. What is Heatstroke in...