Dogs Recognize Themselves in Test Based on Smell, Not Sight

Good afternoon!

Today we are sharing a really interesting article from The New York Times entitled 'Dogs Recognize Themselves in Test Based on Smell, Not Sight.' It has been a well-known fact that one of a dog's best attributes is their incredible sense of smell. We know that they can turn smell on and off and also recognize things such as a coming heart attack in a patient. (Dogs sense of smell really is incredible!) Today's article share just further adds to the wonder by acknowledging the fact that dogs recognizes themselves and other dogs by their sense of smell, not sight. To read this fascinating article and learn more visit the original article link here!

To learn about our professional dog walking and dog sitting services in Purcellville, Virginia visit us online at: http://www.walkingwetnoses.com/

5 Ways to Prevent Separation Anxiety

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Maybe you are a pet owner who has a pet with separation anxiety or perhaps you have friends in a similar situation. A lot of times because we love our animals so much we can foster their separation anxiety without even realizing it. So today we are sharing an article entitled '5 Ways to Prevent Separation Anxiety' in which they talk about a few key points to fostering the anxiety and how you can help avoid it.

5 Ways to Prevent Separation Anxiety

Are you guilty of accidentally nurturing your dog’s separation anxiety?

If you believe your dog's anxiety is beyond repair or want help in keeping them company for some short visits throughout the day, then Walking Wetnoses is here to help! We offer full-service pet sitting for all kinds of pets in and outside of your home: dogs, cats, horses, guinea pigs, snakes, gerbils, birds and more! Walking Wetnoses is licensed in Loudoun County, based in Purcellville VA, and is insured and bonded by Kennel Pro Insurance.

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Unusual Dog Names

We love all dog names, especially those that are uncommon and fun! Today we are sharing a cute photo blog from 'Modern Dog' in which they held a photo contest for dogs with unusual names.
"In our Photo Contest and our day-to-day lives, we at Modern Dog know that there are many dogs who have similar names. And there's nothing wrong with that -- those names are popular for a reason! However, there are some names that are extremely creative or wonderfully fitting for some doggies, and we're featuring some of our favorites below."

To view these adorable pups and their creative names visit the article link here! 

Whether your pup has a household favorite or an off-the-wall fun name, Walking Wetnoses is here! We offer full-service pet sitting for all kinds of pets in and outside of your home: dogs, cats, horses, guinea pigs, snakes, gerbils, birds and more! Walking Wetnoses is licensed in Loudoun County, based in Purcellville VA, and is insured and bonded by Kennel Pro Insurance.

www.walkingwetnoses.com

Merlin

How to prepare your pets for a hurricane

Good afternoon all,

With the latest weather the United States seems to be experiencing: fires in northwest, Hurricane Harvey in Texas and now Hurricane Irma hitting Florida, we wanted to share this brief yet informative article about preparing your pets for an upcoming hurricane. As much as it's hard to think about, a lot of pets end up lost after a big storm ravishes an area. And now with Hurricane Irma coming for Florida this weekend, we wanted to share this article which gives 5 helpful tips to prepare:
 http://www.animalmedicalcenterfla.com/hurricane.html
Even if you aren't personally being impacted by these storms you may know someone who might be, so please share these tips with them so they can keep their pets safe.

Thinking of everyone who has been impacted by Harvey or going to be impacted by Irma <3

www.walkingwetnoses.com 

Total Solar Eclipse 2017 Pet Safety Tips

Hi everyone,

As you have probably heard, in a matter of hours here on the East Coast we will get to experience a solar eclipse...how cool! For those of you who don't know what one is, according to NASA "Sometimes when the moon orbits Earth, it moves between the sun and Earth. When this happens, the moon blocks the light of the sun from reaching Earth. This causes an eclipse of the sun, or solar eclipse. During a solar eclipse, the moon casts a shadow onto Earth." We all have been warned to not look directly into the sun or to wear special protection glasses. However, the big question that seems to be buzzing around is 'what about our pets safety?'

Thanks to the good folks at Chewy.com, they have written up a quick article that we wanted to share with some pet safety tips.

"Dogs and cats, just like us, are at risk for damaging their retinas if staring at the eclipse,” warns Dr. Alison Birken, owner and DVM of Victoria Park Animal Hospital who recommends that all pets stay safely indoors during the hours of the solar eclipse. And Dr. Stephanie Liff, DVM, medical director of Pure Paws Vet Care of Hell’s Kitchen and Clinton Hill points out, “In general, with strange phenomenons in terms of the weather and lunar cycles, we can see strange and anxious behavior increase in our pets.” While animals typically know not to stare directly into the sun, “I recommend putting pets inside for the total solar eclipse,” relays Dr. Liff. “I think it’s always better to be safe than sorry."

To read the full article, click here: https://www.chewy.com/petcentral/total-solar-eclipse-2017-pet-safety-tips/

Remember to keep your pets safe and enjoy the eclipse if you are able to!!

Pet sitters do much more than provide your pet with food while you're away

Good morning,

Today we are sharing an article from The Humane Society on professional pet sitters entitled 'Choosing a Pet Sitter: Pet sitters do much more than provide your pet with food and water while you're away.' If you are going out of town and have been debating on whether or not to board your pet or hire a professional to come in-home, then this article is for you!

"Pet sitters do much more than provide a pet with food and water while their guardian is away from home. A good pet sitter also spends quality time with the animal, gives them exercise and knows how to tell if they need veterinary attention. What's more, pet sitters typically offer additional services, such as taking in mail and newspapers and watering plants. But just because someone calls themself a pet sitter doesn't mean they're qualified to do the job." To read the entire article and learn why a professional is the best choice, visit the article link here. 

That is why it's so important to hire a PROFESSIONAL! Your pets are part of the family and their care should be left in the hands of reliable, knowledgeable sitters with resources to share. That's why at Walking Wetnoses, we work hard to keep our pets (and their owners) in the Leesburg, Virginia area so happy. We are a full-service pet sitting company with years of experienced pet lovers on staff. To learn more about our affordable services visit: http://www.walkingwetnoses.com/

Inconsistent Schedule? Not a problem!

Good afternoon pet owners,

We often get asked, do we accommodate inconsistent schedules? And the answer is... absolutely!

While we do have clients with consistent schedules (Monday through Friday, or every Tuesday and Thursday, for example), we also have clients who work from home and have to go into the office sporadically for meetings. Or we have clients who work shifts that change every few weeks or months. Once you are signed up as a client, we will work with you to provide services that meet your schedule. We prefer at least a day’s notice to add a visit – the shorter the notice is, the harder it might be to get your primary walker on the schedule. As always, you can cancel a regularly scheduled visit by 8 am the day of the walk at no charge.

Does this sound like it might work for you and your pets? Do you live in Leesburg, Virginia or the surrounding area?  If so, give us a call or text today at 703-951-PETS (7387). You can also learn more or read other frequently asked questions by visiting our website, www.walkingwetnoses.com.