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The Ultimate Holiday Pet Travel Checklist for CT Shoreline Road Trips
The holidays are synonymous with family, food, and, often, long road trips. If your trusty co-pilot this holiday season is a cat or dog, you need more than just Google Maps and a snack; you need a plan. Shoreline Happy Paws is here to help you turn those miles into smiles with our ultimate holiday pet travel checklist for CT Shoreline road...
The Doggie Adventure Bus: A Fun, Safe Alternative to Dog Daycare in Old Saybrook
Hello, neighbors in Old Saybrook and neighboring communities! I’m Adriana, the owner of Shoreline Happy Paws LLC, your trusted local team for professional dog walking and dog hiking services across our beautiful Connecticut Shoreline. I bring you a blog each week and, today, I’m thrilled to share something truly special we’ve been working on...
Staying Safe & Away From Skunks in the Connecticut Shoreline
If you’re exploring the Connecticut Shoreline this fall, you might encounter a fascinating local resident: the eastern striped skunk. This distinctive animal, easily recognized by its black fur with bold white stripes a la Pepé Le Pew, is the most common skunk species in our area. While we usually avoid them (and for good reason), skunks...
Día de Muertos: Honoring the Pets We’ve Loved and Lost
Every year, as October comes to a close, families across Mexico and Central America prepare to celebrate Día de Muertos. Day of the Dead is a time to remember and honor loved ones who have passed on. While many associate the holiday with skeletons, flowers, and sugar skulls, this beautiful tradition is about connection, memory, and love that...
Top 5 Most Dangerous Halloween Ingredients for Pets
Halloween brings excitement, treats, and fun for families. For pets, on the other hand, those can mean unexpected danger. Many popular Halloween ingredients are toxic or harmful to dogs and cats, even in small amounts. Understanding what’s risky helps keep your furry friends safe when candy bowls and holiday snacks are everywhere. Read last...
Trick-or-Treating with Pets in the CT Shoreline: Pros & Cons
Halloween is approaching fast, costumes are ordered, candy bowls are being cleared and readied for a refill, and kids are buzzing with excitement. But before you clip on your dog’s festive bandana and leash, it’s worth pausing to ask: Should You Go Trick-or-Treating with Pets in the CT Shoreline? Today, I’m taking a balanced look at the...
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 year, it’s essential to ensure your pup feels safe and secure while enjoying fall...
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 day. At first glance, it may seem like a convenient solution. With a dog door, dogs...