The Ultimate Gift Guide for Shoreline Pets & Pet Parents 2024

December 23, 2024
By: Adriana Valle

The holiday season is here, and what better way to show your love for your furry friends than with thoughtful gifts that enhance their health, happiness, and sense of adventure? Shoreline Connecticut pet parents, this guide is your go-to resource for the most pawsome gifts in town. Let’s dig into the Ultimate Gift Guide for Shoreline Pets & Pet Parents 2024!

The Gift of Pet First Aid & CPR Skills

dog in old saybrook on a walking adventure with Shoreline Happy Paws Gift Guide for Shoreline Pets & Pet ParentsOne of the most meaningful gifts you can give is the gift of pet safety with the gift of Pet First Aid & CPR Classes. And, you’d be supporting our business because we provide classes every month! What makes this gift such a great option is the following:

  • Classes provide invaluable skills to help pet parents feel confident in any emergency
  • It’s the perfect way to show you care, offering both peace of mind and practical knowledge

Lifesaving Skills

According to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) 1-out-of-4 more pets would survive, if just ONE Pet First Aid technique was applied prior to getting emergency veterinary care. As dedicated hoomans, we can learn these skills. And, in our course we’ll teach you not one but 50 lifesaving skills.
  • Restraining & Muzzling
  • Checking Vital Signs
  • Rescue Breathing
  • Canine CPR & Feline CPR
  • Choking Management
  • Bleeding & Shock Management
  • Snout-To-Tail Assessment for Injury & Wellness
  • Preventative care techniques
  • Emergency response skills for critical situations
  • Putting Together Your Own Pet First Aid Kit
dog with blooming flowers in Old SaybrookWe’ll also cover survival skills including these important topics:
  • Poisoning
  • Snakebite
  • Insect Bites & Stings
  • Heat & Cold Injuries
  • Seizures

The Gift of Pet Care Services

cat stretching with cat sitter from Shoreline Happy PawsOur Gift Cards are perfect for dog walking, cat sitting, or dog sitting! Treat your own pets to fun-filled activities with Shoreline Happy Paws, or surprise a friend or family member with a gift that their cats and dogs will love. From energetic outdoor walks to rigorous indoor playtime, our services give pets the exercise and excitement they crave while giving pet parents peace of mind.

From midday walks during work hours to overnight pet sitting services, we have something for every pet and every budget. We offer in-home overnight care in your home and in one of our pet sitter’s homes. We provide personalized attention for puppies, kittens, senior pets, and everything in between. And, services include feeding, walking, playtime, and home maintenance tasks including washing bowls, scooping litter boxes, and cleaning up pet-specific areas.

The Gift of the Great Outdoors

the great outdoors old saybrook dogsShoreline Happy Paws offers the perfect gift for active dogs: dog hiking adventures Our adventure services provide:

  • Customized group and private hikes
  • Adventures tailored to your dog’s energy level
  • Professional, safety-focused guides
  • Opportunities for exploration and socialization

Dog hiking adventures are an excellent way to give the gift of adventure and exercise.

The Ultimate Gift Guide for Shoreline Pets & Pet Parents 2024

Our services go beyond traditional presents and make for great last minute gifts. They are the gift that keeps on giving because they provide peace of mind for pet parents, ensure pets receive professional, loving care, support a dedicated local pet care business, and enhance everyone’s quality of life – even pet parents get to enjoy a little less pressure around the holidays and new year!

We are accepting new dog walking, dog hiking, and cat sitting clients! New Shoreline Happy Paws clients can create an account. We will be in touch to further discuss your needs and set you, your family, and your cat(s) up for success. Existing clients may book services by logging in to your client profile.

Shoreline Happy Paws serves the following areas of the Connecticut Shoreline:

  • Old Saybrook
  • Essex, Ivoryton & Centerbrook
  • Deep River
  • Chester
  • Westbrook
  • Clinton
  • Old Lyme
  • East Lyme
  • Niantic

Certain Parts and Certain Service Hours in:

  • Lyme and Madison
  • Waterford, New London, Groton
  • Uncasville, Gales Ferry, Mystic, Noank

This holiday season, give a gift that shows how much you truly care. Whether it’s a pet first aid course, a hiking adventure, or overnight care, these presents will make tails wag and pet parents smile. Wishing you and your furry friends a joyful, safe, and adventurous holiday season!

By Adriana Valle

Adriana is the owner and Chief Pet-Loving Officer at Shoreline Happy Paws. She has been a Professional Pet Sitter for over 10 years.

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