Cool tip for the hot summer

Take another look around your neighborhood, anything new?  Well if not go exploring.   Perhaps you have another neighboring community that has some new business’s to explore.  Recently I took a drive to a neighboring community and I tried new food and drink… what a treat!    I reconnected with a friend, and we took in the sights and sounds of another community so the ambiance was new , food tasted Divine, drinks were sumptuous and refreshing and we  felt renewed!  Dog days of summer were held back if only for a short while.  I plan to take another trip around so stay tuned!   If you want to know where drop me a line.  thewhitegloveconcierge@gmail.com

Debbie B.                                                                                                                               480-221-1039                                                                                              thewhitegloveconcierge.com

Mature dog care

The puppie stage in a dog’s life is fun for all!  They play, you play; they discover, you discover: and life long memories are made.  It seems at some point that this playful pup you could not get to rest is all of a sudden taking more naps, playtime is manageable and the worst of the bad habits are behind them.    The comfort of this stage remains constant until one day there might be a noticeable change… a  change in eating,  bathroom habits, and appearance. Your once healthy and vibrant dog is now acting different and seems to need a different type of care.   It is important to take your pet  regularly to the vet for dental and general care.  By monitoring their health on a regular basis, diseases like diabetes, Cushing’s disease, liver problems, and athritis can be diagnosed and dealt with.

What does a person do ahead of time to prepare for this last stage in a dogs life?   They have loved us and protected us for most of their lives and now we must do the same.  The pet industry has come to our rescue!  There are pet insurance policies, special medications to relieve  the physical ailments, specially designed foods, treats and even beds for their comfort.    We are saved… sort of! 

As a dog owner/sitter I have experienced first hand taking on the challenges of a mature dog and have learned techniques to help get both owner and pet through the mature stage.    It is important to understand that not all of the “old habits” change.  The older dog still wants dog food in a timely manner and perhaps a few more pellets might seem in order as the ” meal time stare” is still working.  My response is”don’t do it”!    Snacks and food should be monitored and discussed with your Vet.  Excessive weight can cause harm to their joints and over work their organs.  A Vet recommended exercise program is important and some doggy stretches and massage might be in order.    Being consistent with exercise and diet in a dogs life  can lead to extended years with your pet.

Do you find yourself concerned about leaving the mature dog alone for an extended length of time?  Dogs become comfortable in their environment and daily routine with any disruption can be very traumatic especially to a mature pet.    A quality dog sitter may be the answer.  Arrangements  for daily visits including 1 or more check ins  or even live- in’s can be arranged for times when you will be gone for any extended length of time.  I always strive to maintain the pet’s daily environment and routine which can greatly reduce the anxiety that the  pet feels during your absence. This in turn, greatly reduces the anxiety you feel about leaving the pet.

For quality pet care with the ” white glove treatment ” please call Debbie Bachler at  480-221-1039.  Please check out my website at WWW.thewhitegloveconcierge.com or email me at  thewhitegloveconcierge@gmail.com.  I look forward to talking with you soon.