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The Dog Walk: What Do Your Mid-Day Walks Entail?

by raleighpets | June 21, 2018 | Dog Walking, Dogs, Pet Sitting, pets | 0 Comments

Picture this. You are stuck at the office during lunch and can’t get home, or you are at an evening social event that you just can’t break away from to get home and walk your dog. You panic and start to feel guilty that you can’t be there to take your fur baby on a...

What’s My Role? : How to Prepare for Your Pet Sitter Caring for Your Pets

by raleighpets | June 14, 2018 | Cats, Dog Walking, Dogs, Pet Services, Pet Sitting, pets | 0 Comments

You have called us and made us your choice for taking care of your pet (thank you!), but what are the next steps in the process? You may be asking what you as a pet owner can do to prepare for your pet sitter to care for your fur babies? Here are a few answers to this...

Celebrate the Warmer Weather by Hiking with Your Dog: 5 Great Places to Hike with Your Dog in the Raleigh Area

by raleighpets | May 24, 2018 | Animal Welfare, Dog Walking, Dogs, Pet Health, pets | 0 Comments

Spring has officially sprung in Raleigh! With this season comes more time spent outdoors and more playtime for you and your pet. One of the best ways to get out and get exercise with your furry friend is to go on hikes around the area. We have compiled a list of five...

There Is No I in Team : How Raleigh Pawz Works As A Team

by raleighpets | May 10, 2018 | Cats, Dog Walking, Dogs, Pet Sitting | 0 Comments

When it comes to taking care of your pet, we know that you want to make sure someone will always be there to have your back. You will always have coverage with us! Are you dreading taking a vacation or going to work because you don’t want to leave your pet behind? We...

A Watchful Eye and Peace of Mind: Minimum Visit Requirements

by raleighpets | April 24, 2018 | Cats, Dog Walking, Dogs, Pet Services, Pet Sitting, pets | 0 Comments

We know that your pet is not only your best friend but also a member of your beloved family. The peace of mind knowing your furry friend is in the best care while you are away is our primary focus. We give the most attentive care and watchful eye we possibly can when...

When Your Pet Looks Ruff: Four Places for Dog Grooming in Raleigh

by raleighpets | April 10, 2018 | Cats, Dogs | 0 Comments

Just like humans, it is imperative to keep your dog clean and groomed. It will make them feel better and make you want to take your furry friend everywhere to show them off. Pamper your pet at one of Raleigh’s many grooming salons: All About Pets Grooming 240 Newton...

So You’ve Hired a Pet Sitter. Now What?

by raleighpets | Pet Sitting | 0 Comments

If you’ve ever wondered what happens when you leave your pet in the care of one of our pet sitters at Raleigh Pawz, this is the blog post you’ll want to read! Allowing a new pet sitter into your home can be a little bit uncomfortable for some since you are trusting a...

Need a Pet Sitter? Consider a Professional Instead of Relying on Neighbors and Family

by raleighpets | Pet Sitting | 0 Comments

When you’re contemplating what to do with Fido and Fluffy while you’re at work or out of town, it can be tempting to ask a friend or family member to care for your pet, or hire the neighborhood teen to look in on and play with your furry friend. But, there are...

Keep your dog healthy and happy in the colder winter months

by raleighpets | Animal Welfare, Dogs | 0 Comments

The colder temps of winter present unique concerns for pet owners, especially when their dog has to be outside. At Raleigh Pawz, we want your furry friends to be as comfortable and happy as possible this winter. This week, we’re presenting a few things to look for,...

Pets and Christmas Trees: They Can Coexist This Year

by raleighpets | Animal Welfare | 0 Comments

If your dog or cat is young, or inquisitive, or if you’ve had pets for any length of time that included a Christmas holiday, you’ve probably witnessed the allure of the recently installed Christmas tree, especially if you’ve managed to get the lights and decorations...

Six Pet Behaviors Explained

by raleighpets | Animal Welfare | 0 Comments

If you've had a pet for any length of time, you're no stranger to your dog or cat's strange behaviors. It's often amusing when the cat gets the minor crazies during the day. It's funny when the dog hops around during play, or chases his tail so much he falls over....

Catnip and your feline friends: What is it? What does it do?

by raleighpets | Cats | 0 Comments

If you've gone to a pet store, you've probably seen the subject of this blog post, probably in more than one form. If you're a cat owner, you may know and use the subject of this blog post with your cat: today we're talking about catnip and why your cat may love the...

Vaccinations to Ensure Your Pet is Healthy

by raleighpets | Animal Welfare, Cats, Dogs, Pet Health | 0 Comments

There are many things that pet owners can do to keep their pet healthy. Ensuring that they are eating the right foods, getting enough exercise and social time; these are easy to remember. But, making sure that Fido and Fluffy are protected against the illnesses that...

Choosing The Right Pet For You

by raleighpets | Cats, Dog Walking, Pet Health | 0 Comments

The decision to bring a pet into your family and your home is a big one. Many times it's an easy one; sometimes it takes a little more thought and preparation. At Raleigh Pet Sitters, we encourage potential pet owners to take their time and put more than a little...

Is Fido Ignoring Food? There May Be Several Reasons Why.

by raleighpets | Animal Welfare, Dogs | 0 Comments

Many dogs love food as much as humans do. They beg for it, settling as close to their humans as possible, even invading personal space, in the hopes that they'll get a bite of your food or be able to sneak one. That's why it can be alarming if your furry friend won't...

Your Dog and Kids Can Be Friends

by raleighpets | Animal Welfare, Dog Walking, Pet Safety | 0 Comments

When given the opportunity, a dog and a child can be the best of friends. There's always the potential that your pet will eagerly welcome attention from kids, but that is not always the case. Sometimes a child's noise and energy can be overwhelming to a dog. But,...