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Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon: Posted on Monday, June 27, 2011 12:29 PM
Aromatherapy for Animals and PetsMuch
like aromatherapy can provide emotional and physical benefits for
humans, aromatherapy can provide similar benefits to our beloved
pets and animal friends. It, however, is important to recognize
that animals are much different than humans. That is among the
reasons why medical doctors don't also act as veterinarians and
vice versa. (I'm simplifying, but you get the idea).
The same essential oils and blends
that we use on ourselves are not always safe to use on our dogs,
cats, birds, horses or other pets. Cats, for instance, are especially
sensitive to essential oils. Many oils, most particularly
tea tree, are said to be quite toxic to cats.
Limited information and research
is available regarding the safe use of essential oils and aromatherapy
with animals. Like veterinary medicine, animal aromatherapy can
and should be considered its own field -cats, dogs, birds, horses
and other pets differ extensively. Be careful how you use essential oils with and around your dog and cat. When diffusing or blending
with essential oils, ensure that there is adequate ventilation
and keep the cats in another area so that its inhalation of the essential
oils is kept at a bare minimum.
In 2002, Kristen Leigh Bell
published the text Holistic
Aromatherapy for Animals. Kristen Leigh Bell
is the most recognized expert in the safe utilization of aromatherapy
with animals, and her book is the resource that I have the
most confidence in when researching safe practices for animals.
For more information, visit AromaWeb's detailed book description
for Holistic Aromatherapy
for Animals.
Boca Raton Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon, nanettegordon.com
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Boca Raton Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon: Posted on Monday, June 20, 2011 9:57 AM
Take Your Dog to Work Day hosted by PSI is Every June
First celebrated in 1999, Pet Sitters International’s Take Your Dog
To Work Day® was created to celebrate the great companions dogs make and
to encourage their adoption from humane societies, animal shelters and
breed rescue clubs. This annual event asks pet lovers to celebrate the
humane-canine bond and promote pet adoption by encouraging their
employers to support TYDTW Day by opening their workplace to employees’
four-legged friends on this one special day.
Each June, businesses, animal shelters and pet-care
professionals from around the world will work together to better the
lives of shelter dogs everywhere. Thousands of businesses will open
their doors to employees’ furry, four-legged friends on this day in
celebration of the great companions dogs make and to promote pet
adoption.
Pet Sitters International invites your business to participate in this fun and worthwhile event.
 We are asking every business--great and small--to become a true
friend of the canine community by helping Pet Sitters International
promote pet adoptions in a positive and proactive way! Explore our site
to learn how you can participate, register your business and spread the
word.
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Boca Raton Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon: Posted on Monday, June 13, 2011 10:55 AM
Do you Have File Information on Your Pets?
Do you know what veterinarian your dad uses for his dog? Do you know
the name of the groomer that does your sister’s cat? Does anyone but you
know that your rabbit loves dill but won’t touch kale?
As a professional pet sitter, each time I meet a new client I ask them for the pet's medical and other records. Unfortunately I am surprised at times to learn that the pet guardians are not keeping their files handy and up today. In order for me to accept a pet sitting assignment, I need the pet vaccination records, rabies tags for outdoor pets (always for dogs and for outdoor cats), prescription instructions, veterinarian and emergency contact information and many other details for the care of the pets.
It’s not
surprising if the answers to these questions are no. Most of us are
involved in our own lives but not so deeply involved in our friends and
relatives’ lives. What happens though in an emergency if you need to
step in and take over the care of these animals?
We recently had a dog surrendered to us from a man whose mother just
had a major stroke and was moved to a nursing home. He knew virtually
nothing about the animal except his name. It was just like taking in a
stray where we would have to get to know the animal and figure out what
kind of home would be suitable. What a shame. It was clear from how
well groomed and socialized the dog was that he was well loved. I’m sure
the mother would want the adopters to know about all the dog’s quirks,
likes and dislikes so that the transition could be as painless as
possible. Sadly, she is in no condition to share this information with
us.
 When I think about all the routines necessary for the care of my pet sitting clients, food warming, particular dishes, walking and potty habits, I know that putting them into a new home would not be
easy on them. That is why people hire me for my pet sitting services. I write down all their particular instructions.
But for cases when family members or friends are taking care of your pets in your absence, having detailed, accurate files for their care is great - keep it right on the kitchen counter, labeled with the pet's names and keep all records of vaccinations, Vet visits, medications and other details. Of course, it might be stored on a computer as well, but if there is a power outage or storm conditions that necessitate evacuation, it is better to have a filing system for mobile transport.
So how can we make that transition easier in case it ever comes to
that? Planning is key and should be part of your disaster preparedness.
Keep a file on each animal – who is their veterinarian, are they
current on vaccinations, have they had any serious illnesses or
injuries, what is their favorite game or toy, what brand of food do they
eat and how often, where do you keep their medications, his microchip
number and the phone number of the registry, is there a friend who knows
this animal and can answer questions about them, etc. Add a couple of
photos of the pet including a good head-shot, in case you need that to
ID a lost animal.
Keep this file updated and accessible. Write out
instructions for each animal like you were going on a vacation with your instructions for your pet sitter and family members. It might sound like a lot of
work but it’s worth the time to care of your pet family.
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