by Gina | Mar 1, 2019 | Cats, Pet food
We all know there are some “people foods” we should not give to our pets. Some are obvious—no one thinks it’s a good idea to offer your cat alcohol—but some may be foods you wouldn’t consider… Did you know that onion powder can cause anemia in cats and dogs?...
by Gina | Oct 2, 2018 | Pet food
I love putting my dog in cute (usually ill-fitting) costumes for Halloween…but she doesn’t like it at all! If you must subject your pet to this type of humiliation, why not offer them some special Halloween treats as a reward for their patience? Here are a...
by Gina | Aug 1, 2018 | Dogs, Pet food
One of my favorite pairs of pups to visit are Cash & Sage, and they love getting peanut butter in their Kong toys…especially Cash. As soon as they come in from their walk Cash immediately seeks out his Kong and brings it to me, their Pet Nanny, simply giddy with...
by Gina | Jul 11, 2016 | Dogs, Pet food
By Pet Nanny, Kevin Kypers I think most of us have heard the explanation that dogs eat grass when they have an upset stomach. Growing up this was easy for me to accept: my family’s dog, Tiffany, very seldom would nibble on a few blades of grass, and doing so never...
by Gina | Dec 17, 2015 | Pet food, Pet health
The holiday season is upon us, and many pet parents plan to include their furry companions in the festivities. As you gear up for the holidays, it is important to try to keep your pet’s eating and exercise habits as close to their normal routine as possible....
by Gina | Nov 18, 2015 | Pet food, Pet health
Turkey Treat If you decide to feed your pet a little turkey, make sure it is boneless and well-cooked. Don’t give raw or undercooked turkey, which may contain salmonella bacteria. Take Caution with Herbs Sage can make stuffing yummy, but it as well as many other herbs...
