by Susan Gary | Jul 7, 2022 | Dog Care, Responsible Dog Ownership
Our pups do lots of disgusting things. They lick their rear ends. They drink from the toilet. They rub their faces in bird poop. They roll in muck. THEY EAT POOP. There’s a scientific name for this poop-eating habit— coprophagia (kop-ruh-fey-jee-uh). Why does your pup...
by Susan Gary | May 16, 2022 | Cat Care, Dog Care, Pet Sitting, Pet Sitting McKinney Tx, Responsible Dog Ownership
There are numerous pet care services in McKinney. Top Dog Pet Sitters understands that it is a bit unsettling to allow strangers into your home to care for your pets. We know you are seeking exceptional pet care. But how does a responsible pet parent know they can...
by Susan Gary | May 3, 2022 | Dog Care, News, Responsible Dog Ownership
The month of May includes National Specially-Abled Pets Day (May 3rd). The day spotlights the needs of pets with disabilities. Top Dog Pet Sitters has the privilege of caring for many dogs and cats with special needs. We care for amputees, blind pets, diabetic pets,...
by Susan Gary | Feb 28, 2022 | Cat Care, Dog Care, News, Responsible Dog Ownership
We always learn amazing information at the Texas Pet Sitters Conference (really? There are conferences for pet sitters? Yes!). We spent another fantastic weekend with colleagues learning all things critical to providing exceptional pet care. Have you heard of Chagas...
by Susan Gary | Feb 14, 2022 | Dog Care, Responsible Dog Ownership
McKinney is a welcoming community, even to those residents with fur. Several restaurants and retail stores in McKinney are “dog friendly” places to let your pup explore (nose work), work on socialization, and reduce boredom. Keep in mind that pets need to be leashed,...
by Susan Gary | Feb 7, 2022 | Dog Care, News, Pet Sitting, Responsible Dog Ownership
In rural areas, dogs are not typically considered part of the family. They are work animals and most of the time, live outside. But in McKinney, most pups are regarded as part of our families. They sleep inside, often in our beds. As family members, they travel with...
