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Use AllAboutPetsDirectory.com to find quality pet care providers in the USA and Canada for the following services:
- Pet Sitters
- Dog Walkers
- Dog Daycare Facilities
- Kennels/Boarding/Private Boarding/Pet Hotels & Bed 'n Breakfast
- Veterinarians and Animal Hospitals
- Alternative Pet Care Providers (Massage, Healing Touch, Holistic Pet Care: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, and more).
- Trainers and Behavior Modification Specialists
- Grooming Services
All About Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers:
Professional pet sitters and dog walkers provide pet care services in the pet's own home. Your personal pet sitter arrives at your home to exercise and play with your pets, walk dogs, provide fresh food and water, and often does security checks, brings in newspapers, mail, and waters your plants. Services often include 20-30 minute visits, one or more times a day, as needed by your pets. Additional services may include staying overnight at your home with your pets, administering medications, providing special care for senior or young animals, and specialized care for reptiles, birds, exotic pets, farm animals, and horses. Many pet sitters are insured and bonded, and belong to one of the major professional pet sitting trade organizations.
All About Boarding:
Kennels:
A boarding kennel can provide quality care for your pets when you must be away from home. Many facilities not only provide a safe place for your pet to sleep overnight, but many also provide playtime or daycare with other pets, dog walking, grooming, massage, and training services.
Private Boarding:
Private boarding are individuals, businesses, and "host" families that provide pet care in their own homes. For those that are uncomfortable about leaving pets at a kennel or daycare facility, or having a pet sitter in their home, private boarding is an alternative solution. Some even provide pick up and drop off service, providing an added convenience.
Pet Hotels and Bed 'n Breakfast for Pets:
A Pet Hotel and Bed 'n Breakfast for pets are providers of overnight pet care, either in a private home, kennel or dog daycare facility. Usually, there is a distinction in that cages and runs are not used, but rather, your pet is in an area that is often furnished with pet-friendly furniture, beds and the "comforts of home". Your pet may be able to romp with other pets of the same size, and often have playtimes arranged in the day. Additional services, such as massage and grooming, may also be offered during your pet's stay.
All About Alternative Pet Care:
Alternative medicine for pets is a holistic, natural, and organic method of providing care that can include massage therapy, touch therapy, (Tellington) TTouch, chiropractic, acupressure/acupuncture, hydrotherapy, detoxification, homeopathic and herbal/nutritional approaches, just to name a few. When conventional veterinary medicine is combined with alternative methods of pet care, this is referred to as "Integrative Medicine". Conventional veterinary care is the first step for providing a diagnosis and an initial treatment plan. Once this is done, conventional and alternative therapies may work well together to accomplish a complete and effective course of treatment for your pet.
All About Training:
Obedience training and behavior modification for dogs is an important service that can make your relationship with your pet dog more enjoyable. There are several methods and philosophies for dog training that can vary between private trainers, franchises, and pet stores. Various approaches, such as training in groups, in private lessons, or within the pet's home environment need to be carefully considered. Whether you are interested in having Fido "sit" and "stay", or need to stop excessive barking, destructive behavior, or need help with housebreaking, a qualified training service can help you work with your dog effectively!
