Pet Sitting Care by Nanette Gordon
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Boca Raton Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon: Posted on Monday, March 05, 2012 12:41 PM
 Boca Raton Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon celebrates 10 Year Anniversary for Pet Sitting Service
"I am so proud to be able to say that I have been providing my professional pet sitting and house sitting services for 10 years now !" announces Nanette Gordon, business owner and pet sitting and house watching service provider in Boca Raton, Florida since 2002.
There is no better testament to success than longevity and a good reputation, especially in a small, seasonal community and during a slow economic period but Nanette is able to stay afloat with heavy repeat customers and numerous referrals from her client's and local business owners.
"I love the work that I do because of my intense love and care for animals and nature. I attribute my continued success to to my ability to remain focused and organized, calm in emergency situations, compassionate to human and animal needs, trustworthy and respectful of private property and matters."
Each morning after Nanette wakes and takes care of any current pet sitting or dog walking assignments, she is at her home office desk reviewing and preparing for the days pet sitting and house checking assignments, replying to emails, posting on Facebook about pet friendly and fund raising events for pets and animals, as well as animal rescue and shelter urgent need postings, daily marketing efforts for the business, confirming appointments and upcoming assignments with new and existing clients. Then it is out the door for the midday dog walking sessions for busy professionals and afternoon cat care visits.
 "Each day that I am able to provide my tender, loving care to animals and check on people's homes while they are away, gives me joy and satisfaction that I am providing necessary and appreciated services to wonderful people and their beloved pet family. There is no better way to be able to spend my life and I am grateful for the opportunity."
Most days and weekends are filled with dog walking assignments, specialize cat care visits, house sitting services for seasonal residents and frequent travelers, and oftentimes, overnight pet sitting with sleepovers at the client home with their pets. "People treat me with respect and gracious hospitality at their homes because they know they can trust me to keep their pets, property and belongings safe and secure, undamaged and clean. It is a great feeling to know that they are pleased with my performance and often they leave me little treats or gifts as a sign for their gratitude."
"I look forward to another 10 years and more to come doing the work that I love in the beautiful place called Boca Raton that I adore. Please visit my website http://nanettegordon.com for details about services and tell your friends and family about my personal services. I look forward to adding to my collection of happy customers and happy pet friends!"
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Boca Raton Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon: Posted on Monday, January 23, 2012 3:36 PM
Dog Harness Information
1. Which dogs are best suited for harnesses?
A harness, which fits around your dog's chest and rib cage is ideal
for small dogs (15-25 lbs at adult weight), medium dogs (30-50 lbs at adult weight), sometimes large dogs, all flat-nosed dogs (Pug,
Boston Terrier, Pekingese, Bulldog varieties), those with delicate windpipes (Yorkshire
Terrier, Chihuahua, Pomeranian) and dogs with neck or spine problems.
For these dogs, leash tension puts pressure on the throat and
trachea which can cause irritation, coughing, choking, or even a
collapsed trachea. Because the harness straps are on the dog's chest, it
relieves his neck from any harmful leash pressure.
2. Which type of harness is the easiest to use?
A Comfort Wrap Harness has a step-in design that's simple to use and
provides a comfortable fit for your dog. Simply lay the harness on the
ground and have your dog step in. Pull the harness up, clip the buckle
and you're ready! Multiple adjustment points ensure a perfect fit.
3. What are the different types of harnesses that prevent leash pulling?
There are two types of no-pull harnesses.
One type has a leash attachment ring at the center of your dog's chest
which gives you more control of your dog's front half and gently guides
him back towards you when he pulls. The other type works by gently tightening around your dog's chest or
leg area, restraining him when he pulls. It is ideal for committed
pullers.
As a professional pet sitter and dog walker in my community of Boca Raton, Florida, I have encountered many dog owners that are not aware of the necessity, importance and assistance that these harnesses can offer. Not only do they give better control for walking, reduce pulling and help with training, they can prevent injuries to many dogs - and the walkers, because of the better control. Of course, by now, I hope everyone is throwing away their retractable leashes - I refuse to walk dogs with these at any time or size of dog. They are dangerous and worthless.
There is a wide variety of styles of harnesses that offer you choices with form, function and fashion options. Check out your local pet supply stores and online shopping.
About the Author: Nanette Gordon is a licensed, insured, bonded and certified in pet first aid pet sitter with her business in Boca Raton since 2002. She provides her personal services by visiting the homes of the many dogs, cats, birds, fish and other domestic pets that live in her community. Visit her website to learn more about her services and the credentials and care that you should look for when hiring a pet sitter and dog walker for your pets. www.nanettegordon.com
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Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon: Posted on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 9:41 AM
Holiday Pet Safety: Keep the Tinsel and Chocolate Away!
The holidays are fun but can be a stressful time for everyone, including your pets.
Pet safety is always important, but especially at holiday time.
All of the decorations, food, shopping & celebrations happening now can be stressful for us but also for our pets so pet safety is a priority! Like other holidays like Halloween that challenge pet safety, Christmas is no exception!
- Christmas tree pet safety: Avoid tinsel! Your pet
may think that it is a toy to play with and they may accidentally
swallow and choke on the tiny strings. Avoid decorating your tree with
popcorn or other food items and remove all edible gifts from under the
tree. You should also try to hang small and breakable ornaments out of
your pet’s reach (kitty delight!)
- No Chemicals: Keep chemicals out of tree’s water.
It may keep your tree fresh longer, but it can prove very harmful to
your pets. Do not allow your pet to drink the tree’s water because it
can get dirty very quickly & needles fall into the water dish. A
tight-fitting tree skirt over the tree stand may help to prevent this.
Keep fresh water available for drinking.
 - Secure Electric: Lights are very
inviting, not only to you and your neighborhood, but to your curious
pets as well. Make sure that all of your electrical connections and
outlets are secured and concealed. Tape electrical cords to the walls or
floors to ensure that your pet will not chew on them.
- Edible treats are a no-no for pet safety: Never
hang edible treats: unwrapped candy canes, chocolate wreathes, etc. in
dangerous places, such as near a fireplace or on a Christmas tree.
Stick with Milk Bones or Meow Town Catnip! Keep the 3 Musketeers, candy
canes and Hershey Kisses out of sight to guarantee pet safety!
- Holiday Plants Can Be Deadly: Poinsettias,
amaryllis, mistletoe, and holly are traditional and beautiful but they
are poisonous to pets. If ingested, they may cause vomiting, diarrhea,
or even more serious problems. Pet safety = silk plants?
- Avoid Over-Stimulation: Before your family celebrations, make sure that your pets have a safe, quiet area where they can rest.
- No Holiday Table Food: After you have had
your fill of holiday turkey, ham, chicken, and/or roast beef make sure
you throw those bones away – do not give them to your pet! Bones can
splinter easily and cause damage to your pet’s throat and intestines.
Bones can also become lodged in your pet’s throat, which may result in
your pet not being able to breathe. Remember to take the trash out right away - curious dogs and cats can get into the trash and rummage for scraps of food - causing a mess for you and danger for them!
- No Human Treats to insure Pet Safety: You
should also avoid feeding your pet chocolate, candy, and cookies, which
can be toxic to their health. Feeding your pet these products can
result in extreme vomiting and can make your pet very sick. (Save money
on Vet bills & carpet cleaner!) Don’t allow guests to feed your
pets.
- Discard Ribbons & Wrappings: Pet safety
dictates that after your gifts are opened, dispose of all plastic
wrappings, ribbons, and bows that can be easily swallowed by curious
pets and cause serious dangers and even death.
- Name Tags Please: Pets can sneak out
around guests or owners coming home with packages and leaving the door
open to make another trip! Make sure that all of your pets have proper
ID tags on at all times because if your pet were to become lost, you
would have a much greater chance of finding them if they have
identification.
About the Author: Nanette Gordon provides her personal pet sitting and house sitting services for Boca Raton and nearby Deerfield Beach all year long. Visit her website: http://nanettegordon.com for details.
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Boca Raton Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon: Posted on Friday, October 21, 2011 11:38 AM
 The Benefits of Hiring a Professional
Pet Sitter for the Holidays in Boca Raton, Florida
Using
a professional pet sitter reaps benefits for both pets and their families.
Once
you experience professional pet care in your home, you'll
never worry about being away from your pet again.
The Benefits
to your pet include: - Staying
at home in his/her safe, secure environment
- Being
surrounded by familiar sights, smells and sounds
- Following
his/her regular diet and exercise routine
- Having
play time
- Receiving
love and personal attention
- Maintaining
medical treatment, when required
- Having
someone responsible in case of an emergency
- Eliminating
the trauma of travel or an unfamiliar environment
- Ensuring
good health (no exposure to other animals' illness or
parasites)
The Benefits
to you include: - Knowing
that your pet is in caring, loving hands in your safe home
- Having
the confidence that the pet sitter can deal with other needs such as mail, newspaper and package retrieval, watering of plants, contacting you about household damages and other emergencies
- Eliminating
the trauma of having to transport and leave your pet in strange environment.
- Not
having to impose on family, friends or neighbors - or worry about them being unreliable or taken away due to their personal needs
- Feeling
your home is secure (with someone going in and out
several times a day)
 Not
all pet sitters are created equal, nor are they all
professional. In hiring a pet sitter, it is important to
make sure you have chosen the right person to care for your
beloved animal. Ask to see credentials such as local licenses, insurance and bonding certificates, professional memberships and references from other customers. Make sure you know who will be your personal pet sitter rather than a franchise service or service that employs independent contractors that hand out your keys to the available sitter on your dates - it could be different people who have not received your personal instructions or bonded with your pets.
About the Author: Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon is a professional, licensed, bonded and insured pet sitting service provider with her own company "Nanette Gordon, Professional Pet & House Sitting Service" in Boca Raton, Florida. Nanette provides her personal pet sitting and dog walking services all year long and is also certified in pet first aid by the American Red Cross and Pet Tech. Visit http://nanettegordon.com for further information about all of her services and qualifications. |
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Boca Raton Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon: Posted on Tuesday, October 11, 2011 9:07 AM
 Halloween Pet Safety: 5 tips to ensure pets stay safe and comfortable at Halloween
1. Think things through before putting
your pet in a Halloween costume. Unless your dog or cat is extremely
receptive to this kind of thing, you could be causing discomfort and
stress. If you do dress up your pet, make sure the costume doesn’t
obstruct your pet’s vision and isn't uncomfortable or unsafe.
2.
Know when to say “No!” This isn’t news to anyone, but dogs and cats
will beg for treats. But please remember that Halloween goodies are for
the humans not pets. Most pet guardians know that chocolate is
poisonous to pets, but candies made with the sugar substitute Xylitol
are also dangerous. Candy wrappers can also pose a problem. Be sure to
keep candy and candy wrappers out of paw’s reach. 3. Your
pets might not be the party animals in your family. If you’re having a
party, put your pets in a room where they won't be disturbed. Be sure to
check on them and reassure them that everything is all right. They may
not be prepared to take part in the Halloween fun, but they don’t want
to be isolated and ignored, either. Also don’t give alcoholic beverages
to dogs, cats, birds or any other animals. Keep a watchful eye on party
guests. Some may think it's funny to give an animal alcohol, but it can
result in serious illness and even death.
4. Don’t let
your pets become escape artists. Be extra careful that cats or dogs
don't dart outside through an open door. Once a pet is out the door, its
familiar neighborhood can become unfamiliar and scary territory on
Halloween. House and yard decorations, Trick-or-Treaters and increased
traffic can panic an escaped pet. A panicked pet may run too far from
home to find its way back. 5. (Fire) safety first. Pets
don’t understand that small fires are inside of pumpkin Jack-O-Lanterns. Dogs,
particularly enthusiastic tail-waggers, can easily knock over a pumpkin
and cause a fire. Curious cats and kittens also run the risk of getting burned.
Place Jack-O-Lanterns where they can’t be knocked over by swinging tails
or prying paws.
As a professional pet sitter in Boca Raton, Florida, I get to visit the homes of pet guardians and see the potential hazards of sliding glass doors, broken yard fences and even dangerous plants that can be hazardous to pets so I am always able to advise my customers about precautions to keep their pets safe. Holidays like Halloween that feature chocolate and other candies can be especially dangerous so when I am house sitting for dogs and cats I look around for any candy that might be on display or even in trash cans that the pets can get to and place them out of reach or in the refrigerator. Make holidays fun for everyone - and safe! Happy Halloween, the beginning of the winter holiday season of parties and decorations.
About the Author: Nanette Gordon is a professional, licensed, bonded and insured pet sitter, dog walker and house watching specialist in Boca Raton, Florida. She has been providing her personal care taking services since 2002. Visit her website for more details: http://nanettegordon.com
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