Pet Sitting Blog

Haiti Animals: Stories of Hope and Inspiration

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:18:01 GMT

Are the Haiti animals getting help? These stories of hope and inspiration show animals responders are making a difference.

Pet Sitters Insurance

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 02:14:18 GMT

Pet sitters insurance is a must-have business tool for any professional pet sitter but it doesnt have to cost a fortune.

Help for Haiti: People and Animals

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:41:11 GMT

Don't let scammers stop you from offering help for Haiti people or animals. Make sure your donations go to an organization you trust.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 13:52:06 GMT

Find a pet sitter business in the White Lake Area.

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 19:06:52 GMT

Sometimes the best thing you can do for your pets is to let them stay at home with their own loving pet sitter. Now you can find a pet sitter business that serves the Whitehall and Montague area.

2009 Wishbones for Pets Annual Fundraiser

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:48:08 GMT

The 2009 Wishbones for Pets annual fundraiser is currently underway. As far as I know, Wishbones for Pets is the only fundraiser designed exclusively for pet sitters. It was created by pet sitter, Janet Depathy and it's a great way to help out animals in your area. It can also be a great marketing tool for new pet sitters so I hope you'll consider participating in next years pet goods/fund drive.

Free Animal Videos

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:46:14 GMT

These free animal videos may make you laugh or cry, but all of them will show you just how amazing animals can be.

Before letting PetPac speak for you, please do your homework.

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 22:24:54 GMT

Petpac claims to protect pets and their owners but research shows they may have their own agenda that has nothing to do with protecting animals.

Creative Business Cards for Every Pet Sitting Budget

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:19:42 GMT

Simple, cute or outrageously creative - business cards for every style and budget.

This Pet Sitting Questionnaire - Do you have what it takes?

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 00:59:51 GMT

Take this pet sitting questionnaire to find out if a pet sitting career is right for you.

The Michael Vick Dogs Need A Voice

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 22:05:04 GMT

When it comes to compassion, my heart is with the Michael Vick dogs, not the monster who tortured them. Boycotting NFL sponsors sends a message that second chances should be earned.

Family Loss Brings Changes to Gretta's Pals

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 15:13:29 GMT

On June 16th, I lost my Dad very suddenly and unexpectedly. As you can imagine, it has been a real struggle just to get up each morning. As an only child, I had the honor of preparing my Dad's memorial. While it was extremely difficult, it also gave me a chance to really remember all the good times. My Dad was a great person who always tried to help everyone he knew. He was also an animal lover and when I was a child he was my co-conspirator when it came to convincing my Mom we really did need another pet. While losing my Dad has been devastating, watching my Mom struggle without him has been almost as hard. Because she lives 100 miles away, it has also been difficult for me to be there for her as much as I would like to be. I've tried convincing her to come and live with me and my husband, but so far she refuses. In order to spend more time with her, I have decided that I will not be taking any new pet sitting clients at this time. I will continue to work with my current clients on a limited basis. Gretta's Pals will also continue to operate as a pet sitting information site. In fact, I have several pages that I've been working on and hope to get them up soon. So, please feel free to continue contacting me with your questions or if you need help finding a pet sitter in the Whitehall, Michigan area. To those who have sent emails over the past few weeks, I apologize for not getting back with you. I appreciate your patience and hope to catch up on all of them this weekend.

Polar Bear Plays With Sled Dogs

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:29:52 GMT

I received an incredible email showing a huge polar bear come upon sled dogs that are tied up. Rather than eating them, the polar bear actually starts playing with the dogs. Absolutely amazing! I did a little research and found out at snopes.com that the story is completely true and the photos were taken by a German photographer, Norbert Rosing. We can all use a little happiness, so when I found this video slide show of the pictures on Norbert Rosing's website, I wanted to share it with you. It starts off a little slow and the commentary (by Stuart Brown - a clinical researcher studying play) is extremely dry, but the photos are worth it.

Animals at Play from Speaking of Faith on Vimeo.

You can also visit Norbert Rosing's website to see more of his breathtaking wildlife photos. Hope this brightens your day!

My Adventure with Wild Mice Babies

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 19:32:06 GMT

I promised an update on the wild mice babies I was fostering.

Why no dogs?

Wed, 06 May 2009 12:47:33 GMT

Why no dogs? A twist of fate forced me take my pet sitting business in a new direction.

I Am a Terrible Foster Mom

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 19:08:00 GMT

As an animal lover, there is one sad truth I have learned about myself. I am a terrible pet foster mom! It is NOT because I do not enjoy taking care of foster animals. There is really nothing more rewarding than watching newborn babies or sick malnourished pets grow strong and healthy and know that I had something to do with it. Taking care of foster pets is a wonderful experience. It is letting them go that is so darn hard. For some reason, when the time comes to say goodbye, I turn into a paranoid clingy nutcase. All I can think is that this little creature trusts me and I am afraid to let them out of my sight. After a million excuses, sleepless nights and even a few tears, it is usually just easier for me to keep them myself.

This time the foster animals are baby white-footed mice that almost ended up as kitty food for my very own Carmel Crunch. Crunchy must have been suffering from a severe case of spring fever, because she managed to sneak outside with my dogs. Luckily I caught her before she could hurt them, but their mouse mommy and nest were nowhere to be found. That was a few weeks ago and after a couple of scary nights (I lost one baby), we moved past the two hour feedings and now these two little buggers have learned to chow down on their own. They have also started to run and jump and play like crazy, so I know it is probably time to release them. And of course I really do intend to let them go, just as soon as the weather gets nice. Oh, and I have to find the perfect place to release them first. But just as soon as the weather gets nice and I find a new place for them, these little one are so out of here. On the other hand, they do seem perfectly happy so maybe I should keep them here for a little while longer???? I guess I will have to let you know what happens when I finally make a decision.

Starting a Pet Sitting Business

Sat, 17 Mar 2007 13:32:58 GMT

Thinking about starting a pet sitting business? These tips will help you get started with very little money.

Ten Worst Things About Pet Sitting

Sat, 17 Mar 2007 12:41:26 GMT

Pet Sitting can be the best career you'll ever have, but there are some down sides. Here is my top ten worst things about pet sitting.

Pet Sitting: Before You Begin

Sat, 17 Mar 2007 11:50:43 GMT

A pet sitting business may be the perfect career for you, but before you begin, here are some things you should consider before you start looking for your first client.

Pet Sitting Business Name Ideas

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 12:30:58 GMT

Choosing the perfect name is not easy, but these business name ideas will help you unlock the perfect name for your pet sitting business.

Business Tools For Your Pet Sitting Business

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 21:29:09 GMT

There are lots of business tools out there that can make it easier to start-up and run your business efficiently. Below are the ones I consider must have tools for any pet sitting business.

Pet Sitting Advertisement

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 20:56:21 GMT

Pet sitting advertisement can be a huge expense, sometimes with very little payoff. Luckily, there are some low cost ways to advertise a pet sitting business.

Pet Sitting: Choose Your Services

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 14:38:56 GMT

One of the most important decisions you will make before you start your pet sitting business will be to choose your services. It's important to build the business that's right for you.

Dog First Aid Kit

Mon, 03 Jul 2006 17:45:07 GMT

Having a dog first aid kit can make a real difference in an emergency. Here you will find the basic items needed to make your own kit.

Traveling With Your Dog

Tue, 27 Jun 2006 20:16:38 GMT

Traveling with your dog can be fun for the whole family. These pet travel tips can help you plan a safe and happy trip.

Disaster Plan For Your Pets

Tue, 27 Jun 2006 17:46:31 GMT

Disasters can strike anywhere at anytime. Have a disaster plan now, to make sure everyone in your family, including your fur kids, will be safe.