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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...
4 Things Our Dogs Would Tell Us If They Weren’t Afraid to Hurt Our Feelings
Dogs love us unconditionally. They greet us with wagging tails, forgive our busy schedules, and seem to always be happy just to be near us. A trend on social media got me thinking about the 4 things our dogs would tell you if they weren’t afraid to hurt our feelings. Today, I’m sharing what, in my mind as a longtime pet care...
National Dog Week: How Dogs Enhance Our Health and Happiness
National Dog Week is a special time to celebrate the incredible bond between humans and dogs. During this week, celebrated annually during the last full week of September, we recognize how sharing our lives with these loyal companions can significantly improve our well-being. In honor of National Dog Week (9/21/25 to 9/27/25), today,...
Dog Walker Appreciation Day: Become a Shoreline Happy Paws Dog Walker
Every September 8th, we celebrate Dog Walker Appreciation Day, a time to recognize dog walking professionals who lace up their sneakers, clip leashes, and head out rain or shine to make tails wag across the Connecticut Shoreline. As we honor our dog walkers this week, we’re also excited to share that we’re hiring. If you’ve ever dreamed about...
Dog Walking Safety Tips & Tools for Old Saybrook & Beyond
Walking a dog along the Connecticut Shoreline offers stunning views and a really enjoyable experience, but ensuring safety for both pet and pet parent (or dog walker) is critical, even in secure towns like Old Saybrook. While crime rates are low in our area, precautions against strays, wild animals, and crime should always be considered. For a...