Pet Dental Health Month

Today is the last day of February so I'm a little late in making this announcement, but did you know that February is Pet Dental Health Month?  I know this is an area that I could definitely improve, and I'm sure alot of other pet owners are also guilty of neglecting preventative dental care for their pets.  Some good news is if you are already feeding your dogs or cats a high quality hard, crunchy food as their main diet you have already took a step in the right direction.  You can check out the Veterinary Oral Health Council website for more information on pet foods that meet their standards.  Of course brushing your pets' teeth is also important. 

The Pet Dental Health Campaign suggests the following steps:
STEP 1: Introduce a brushing program to pets gradually. Avoid over-restraining your pet and keep brushing sessions short and positive. A cat or small dog can be held in your lap. Praise and reassure your pet throughout the process.
STEP 2: At first, dip a finger into beef bouillon for dogs or tuna water for cats. Rub the soaked finger gently over the pet’s mouth and teeth. Make the initial sessions short and positive.
STEP 3: Gradually, introduce gauze over the finger and gently scrub the teeth in a circular motion.
STEP 4: Finally, you can introduce a soft toothbrush designed for pets. Use a sensitive or ultra-soft brush designed for people or a brush designed for pets. Special pet toothbrushes are available from your veterinarian or specialty pet store. Don’t use toothpaste designed for people because it could upset the animal’s stomach.

My goal is going to be to brush my dogs' teeth once a week!  I'm sure they will be so happy :)

New Pet Sitting Software

I'm excited to announce that I have recently purcahed new pet sitting software from Power Pet Sitter for Waggy Tails of Knoxville.  This is great news for my clients who will now be able to manage their pet sitting appointments and payments entirely online!  Each client will have a login name and password which will allow them to log into their accounts on Power Pet Sitter.  In the account the client will be able to do things such as update their client info, schedule pet sitting appointments, check their balance, and eventually make payments online. I really appreciate all of my clients and am trying to make your experience with Waggy Tails of Knoxville more streamlined and easy to do on the go! I'll keep you updated as to when this will be ready.

Vote for Waggy Tails on the Fox43 HOTLIST

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Vote for Waggy Tails on the Fox43 HOTLIST

Waggy Tails of Knoxville pet sitting is nominated on the Fox43 HOTLIST under the category of "pet boarding."  If you have never heard of the Fox43 HOTLIST, it is a way to rate and recommend a variety of local businesses and services in East Tennessee, with winners in each category chosen by popular vote.  So I would love to have your vote for Waggy Tails of Knoxville!

The easiest way to vote for Waggy Tails is:

1. Click on the "Vote For Us" button just above!

3. You will be taken to our page on the Hotlist, and then you just have to click the VOTE button.

4. To ensure you only vote once you will be asked for a few quick and painless specifics like your name, email, and zipcode.

5. And if you really love us and are so inclined you can write a short recommendation! (but it is not required to be able to vote)

Voting starts today and runs through April 23rd.

Thanks so much for helping me spread the word about Waggy Tails of Knoxville!