1. Don’t Take Pets With You To Run Errands! Most of the time your dog will not be allowed in the places that you need to go which forces you to leave them in the car. A dog should never be left alone in a vehicle. It only takes a few minutes for a dog to succumb to heatstroke and suffocation. For example when it is 60 degrees outside that can result in 90 degrees inside a vehicle. And when your car is parked in the sun it’s even worse. Temperatures can reach up to 160 degrees.

2. ‘Cracked’ Windows Don’t Help! Dogs are unable to sweat like humans do.They can only cool themselves by panting and releasing sweat through the pads of their feet. Even with a ‘cracked’ window, a dog can be breathing overheated air. Within 15 minutes a dog’s body temperature can climb from normal to 102.5 degrees and above. This is a deadly temperature and can cause damage to their cardiovascular and nervous systems.

3. Help Trapped Pets! If you notice a pet left alone in a vehicle on a hot day, here are some things you can do to help them. First, note the model, make and license plate of the car. Tell the managers of the nearby stores what you noticed and you could even call the police, who may in-turn call animal control.

Thanks Friends!

My boyfriend and I live in a very wooded area and we are constantly tracking in leaves and petals from the plants and trees outside our home. I have to sweep atleast twice a day so our cat, Zoee, doesn’t ingest anything.

Here are common toxic plants and flowers:

Autumn Crocus

Causes: sever vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding, liver and kidney damage or shock.

Azalea

Causes: vomiting, diarrhea, drooling and coma or death.

Cyclamen

Causes: severe vomiting, drooling, diarrhea or heart arrhythmias.

Kalanchoe

Causes: vomiting, diarrhea, heart arrhythmias or neurologic signs.

Hyacinth/Tulip Bulbs

Causes: Severe vomiting, diarrhea or drooling.

Sago Palm

Causes: Vomiting, Bloody stools, damage to the stomach lining, severe liver failure and death.

Oleander

Causes: severe vomiting, abnormail heart rate, death, shock or weakness.

Lily

Highly toxic to cats and causes severe kidney failure.

Daffodil Bulbs

Causes: Vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, abdominal heart rate or changes in respiration.

Baits and Fertilizers can be harmful also, so make sure to keep these away from your pets.

Happy Gardening!!!

When doing some research today I came across a group called LI Dog. They are a non profit organization that are dedicated to building Dog Parks. Check it out!

http://www.lidog.org/default.htm

I think it is so important for our Four Legged Friends to have a place of their own to run, play and meet new friends. So DONATE!

http://www.lidog.org/joinhdog.htm

Thanks!

Candace

I just found this website and I LOVE it! It has the cutest collars, leashes, toys and accessories for your Dog.

I really like the Sailor’s Knot Collar. It comes in a variety of colors and the buckle is the shape of a dog bone. How cute!?

Make sure to check it out!

http://www.mymascot.com

Also check out http://www.urbanpup.com if you like your Four Legged Friend to sport some Bling.

On another note, while looking at one website I found a super easy to use Doggie Gate. I hate those “Baby Gates” that most of us get for our pets. I can never get them back up easily. One client had a similar gate to this one. And I LOVED IT!!! So make sure to check it out.

http://www.funnyfur.com/modern-metal-pressure-mounted-pet-gate.aspx

Until Next time!

xo

I regret to inform you but I will not be returning to the mountains this summer. I have decided to join my boyfriend, Nick in New York.

I am in talks with a few of my friends in Banner Elk, in helping me continue the business there and take on all of my beloved clients. As soon as I have formulated a concrete plan you all will be the first to know.

I will miss all of you so much. Please keep in touch. I want to know how all of my Four Legged Friends are doing.

All the best,

Candace

Zoee and I have made it back to Banner Elk safely and in one piece. Zoee did well with the trip. Although she did have a little help from some kitty Valium. My mom and sister came up with me and they left Saturday morning. I appreciated their help because I definitely couldn’t get all my belongings up here. I just own too much stuff. HA!

I wanted to let everyone know that I am living in Sugar Mountain so my cell phone service is not all that great but you can reach me on my local cell number. 828.260.9038.

Talk to you soon! Safe travels!

This winter certainly was a busy one for me and Zoee. Nick has accepted a job at Friar’s Head Golf Club in Long Island as the assistant Pro. So he will not be returning to the mountains this summer.

But do not worry! I will be on May 10th! And I will have a new roomate, Rachel. She is a caddie at Floridian and at Diamond Creek.

My business plan for this summer is going to be  focused on more advertising and gaining more clients. Not that I do not love and adore my existing clients, but naturally my goal is to grow my lil business. I am happy to donate to any local charities, events, silent auctions or I will even volunteer.

I also plan on focusing more on the photography end of my business. I enjoy capturing your pets and creating memories for you to enjoy years down the road. I am currently looking for new models so I can update my website gallery. Please contact me if you are interested in a free session. 772.418.5612

We wish everyone happy and safe travels back to the mountains. Visit http://www.takeyourpet.com for tips on how to travel with your pet.

All the best,

Zoee and I had some 2 Legged visitors the last few days. My mom and sister came up from Florida and we had a BLAST! We did some shopping in downtown Boone, where I fell in love with a boutique, Lucky Penny. I’m sure I will be going there very soon. We also did some shopping in downtown Blowing Rock. We went to Grandfather Mountain and visited the Zoo and walked the Swinging Bridge. My sister wasn’t too thrilled with that. We went Ziplining and Horseback riding and finished the visit with an amazing dinner at Artisianal for my mom’s birthday. Now we are preparing for Nick’s mom’s visit. And I’m sure it will be just as fun.