Camping with Your Pets: A Checklist for Bringing Your Animals into the Great Outdoors

Are you feeling cooped up in the house lately? When you take your dog for a walk, do you take the same route every time? Would you and your pets enjoy a change of scenery?

When thinking of taking a vacation, does the idea of boarding your pets or flying with them sound dreadful? Does the idea of having to go down the hotel elevator every time your pet needs to do their business sound like a hassle?

What if you skipped the airline and hotel bookings and instead woke up to natural surroundings every vacation day with new adventures to be had? Imagine enjoying the best weather of the year in the great outdoors.

Consider a camping vacation!

Manners Check

Does your dog have the right temperament to share campgrounds with other families and animals? Will he be quiet for your neighbors after dark?

The last thing you want on your vacation is a confrontation by other campers or a park ranger.

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It may be a good time to brush up on your dog’s behavioral training with a local dog trainer. 

Supplies Check

It’s pretty straightforward with packing for a camping trip. Everything your pets need at home, they will need on a camping trip. Let’s go over the list.

Shelter Needs

Bringing your pets camping doesn’t mean you have to share sleeping space. You can purchase a separate tent for everyone’s comfort. Chewy.com has this cool tent, though others out there are less expensive.

Some family size tents come with separate compartments, like this Coleman tent with a separate screened porch. A friend went camping with the Coleman tent, and she loved having a this screened porch while camping.

Kitty can come along on the trip as well. Just bring a carrier with a shoulder strap or use a collapsible carrier.

Food and Drink Needs

While many campgrounds offer running water, sometimes drinking it can make animals ill if they are not accustomed to drinking potable water. If you have room, you can pack bottled water or filter your own.

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Remember to bring plenty of food and keep it in pest-proof containers. If you don’t want to carry around too much bulk, a collapsible storage container would be a good choice as the containers will get smaller as the food is consumed.

Also handy are collapsible feeding dishes for eating and drinking times.

Pest Protection Needs

If the pest spray is working well on you, your pets could become the next target for hungry mosquitoes. Bring spray that is designed for use on dogs and cats.

Staying Cool Needs

Of course, keeping hydrated is the primary way to keep from being overheated, but if you and the animals are getting too hot, a solar-powered fan will help you all cool down.

When Nature Calls Needs

When your dog or cat needs to do their business, your duty is to make sure it doesn’t get left on the ground.

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Bring plenty of dog waste bags and sanitizer for your hands!

For your cat, you may be interested in using eco-friendly cat litter in combination with a foldable and biodegradable cat litter box.

With the current products on the market, camping with pets is more convenient than ever.

State Parks Check

If you are wanting to camp in a public park, per the rules you will need to keep your animals on a leash. For your cats, you can keep them in their carrier or walk them on a harness.

To go hands-free with your animals at your campsite, you’ll want to keep your dog hooked up to a tie out. This can be anchored with one of your tent stakes or even to a nearby tree or picnic table.

Alternatively, you can use your tent as a playpen or bring a separate foldable one.

Cats will easily escape a playpen. You should keep them in your tent or in their own crate/carrier.

To let your cat walk about, you could set up a picket line. If you have a set of trees close by your campsite, you take some line and wrap it around the trees. Then you take the leash and attach it to the picket line. This gives your animal the mobility to walk around and pace.

It’s good to have a plan if your kitty escapes. Do your homework ahead of time to plan what to do if your cat goes missing including how to train your cat to come when called.

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The state parks website for Ohio does have a special section for those wanting to bring their pets camping.

Those wanting to rent a cabin may find pet-friendly accommodations at the following parks:

It should be noted that dogs are not allowed on the swimming beaches at the above parks.

Alternatively, you might look into camping at the pet-friendly EcoCamp in Swanton. TripAdvisor has it rated a 5/5.

Change of Heart

The great outdoors awaits! Go ahead and plan your camping trip while the nice weather lasts.

Maybe after some thinking, you decide that bringing your pets is too daunting or maybe your pets wouldn’t enjoy it. You shouldn’t have to cancel your plans, though. Columbus area pet care services are here for you.

Skip the boarding and let us take care of your pets while you enjoy the tranquil rest and relaxation that only Mother Nature can give. Contact Fur Star Pet Care to make arrangements. We’ve got your back.

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Columbus Cares: How to Help Your Local Animal Organizations

The bond between the animal kingdom and humans is sacred. The way we care for animals is a beautiful facet of humanity. Those who have stepped up to create organizations with a steadfast commitment to helping animals survive and thrive are our unsung heroes.

However, these Columbus area animal care organizations stay afloat and prosper only with community support. The time is always right to find ways to pitch in and help your community care for the beautiful creatures who also call Columbus home.

Donate Money

Of course, every organization needs money to make ends meet. There are at least 10 in the Columbus area, so perhaps you could make one time donations in a monthly rotation or you could commit to donating monthly to one of them.

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Another way to help financially is to attend fundraising events. This way you can socialize or win a prize.

Upcoming 2019 Fundraising Events:

One meaningful way to donate is through a memorial gift. In honor of your pet who has crossed the rainbow bridge or in honor of a loved one who loved animals, a donation can be made in their name.

The CHA has a hall dedicated to symbolizing donations made in the name of someone who has passed on. There are four tiers for the Tree of Life starting at $100: leaf, butterfly, bird, and squirrel. These symbolic options are engravable.

As for the living, donations can be made in honor of a birthday, anniversary or other notable events. The CHA will issue a Certificate of Caring to the gift recipient.

CHA also allows you to sponsor a pet. For $25 you can endorse a pet who is waiting for adoption.

If you can spare some money, these local organizations will put it to good use!

Shop for the Cause

Did you know that merchandise can be bought directly from our local pet organizations? A Cat Welfare Association t-shirt or a something from the Hop Shop at Ohio House Rabbit Rescue would make a great gift for the animal lovers in your life.

Next time you are looking for a special gift or want to treat yourself, check out what these worthy organizations have to offer!

Amazon Smile, Kroger Community Rewards, Good Search/Good Shop, eScript, will each allow you to kick a percentage toward the non-profit of your choice!

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Speaking of Amazon, some animal shelters have set up an Amazon Wishlist where you can go ahead and buy items that they are in need of.

Alternately, you can see if a needs list is provided on their website or you could call them. It’s probably best to find out what exactly the center is in need of before purchasing anything.

Shopping is part of our routine anyways. Why not make it more rewarding by shopping to benefit animals?

Host a Fundraiser

Donations are great. Getting others to chip in is even better! If you’re particularly gifted with organizing and emceeing events, you could really make an impact for the organization of your choice.

Columbus Humane makes such a solicitation on their website.  They’d be honored for you to raise money for them!

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Notice a lot of animal lovers in your workplace? You could put together a fundraiser at the office and maybe even get your company to match donations!

If you have a business or have a special trade, you could perhaps donate your products and services for a silent auction.

Events are a very popular way to generate revenue for nonprofits, and a great party could start with you!

Manage the Demand

It can be a real challenge for shelters to be able to handle all the intake of needy domesticated animals. With everyone doing their part, the influx would be more manageable.

Adopt, Don’t Shop

If you’re ready to add a pet to your family, please consider adopting first. There are so many animals waiting to go to their new home.

Find out which shelters are the most overwhelmed and see if you can find a good match for your family.

Foster an Animal

Taking in a homeless animal is another way you can lighten the load on local shelters. Being the temporary caretaker for a needy animal can be a much-needed relief for the shelter staff and a nice retreat for the animal. You may even get some nice cuddles from your new friend!

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Spay or Neuter Your Pets

Another way you can help make the demand more manageable is to make sure your animals are spayed or neutered, especially if you have male pets who wander.

Everyone can do their part to reduce the number of homeless animals that unfortunately fall through the cracks.

Lend a Hand

For many non-profits, volunteers are the vital component of carrying out a mission.

Cleaning cages, giving baths, walking dogs, providing transportation, cleaning the facilities, helping with paperwork are various tasks that you could help with. The staff would certainly appreciate handing off these tasks to someone else.

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Perhaps you have a professional service you could offer, like web design, marketing, photography, handyman, landscaping, etc. Offering to do these services for free could offset some expenses to make the funds go a bit farther.

Money is not the only resource that matters for non-profits. Your time and talents are also resources you can contribute.

Social Media Promotion

Everyone is on social media. People, businesses, and non-profits are all on board. These pages are live and ready to promote, promote, promote.

You can help them by liking and following their accounts. Reacting and commenting to posts on Facebook actually improves the visibility of their accounts. You may think you’re just wasting time with those habits, but they do help.

Many organizations now post their events on Facebook. You can see what they have coming up as well as share the event or invite others to come. Events are very important and a great deal of effort goes into planning them. Helping to spread the word could mean a better turnout.

Local shelters will feature animals who are ready for a new home via social media posts. If you see an animal that your friends may be interested in housing, share that post.

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Social media managers put a lot of planning and thought into their posts. Sharing posts that you think will attract attention to these pages is the desired outcome of social media content.

Being an active part of their social network community is a small but important way to help these organizations gain exposure.

There are so many ways to help these missions stay alive and thrive, even beyond these tips. Get started this week with the starter list below!

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Sunny Days are Coming Soon: 10 Top Rated Dog-Friendly Parks You’ll Love

Earlier this month, on Groundhog Day, Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow. As legend would have it, this means we get an early spring, right? Well, let’s hope.

When warmer days are here, Columbus area dog walkers may be interested in arranging a park field trip for their frisky friends. With the help of Google reviews, Yelp and Bring Fido, we’ve made an alphabetical list of the most popular Columbus area parks for pups.

  1. Battle Darby Creek Metro Park

    Rating: 4/5 Bones (Bring Fido) 4.8/5 Stars (Google)

    Located 15 minutes from Columbus in Galloway, this park offers miles of dog-friendly nature trails. The acreage is situated by the Big and Little Darby Creeks. There is also a fenced area with pond access for off the leash play.

    Several reviewers remark on how well-maintained the areas are. There is plenty of room to roam around and explore. You may even spot Bison during your visit, as this park is also their home!

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  2. Breck Community Park

    Rating: 5/5 Bones (Bring Fido) 4.5/5 Stars (Google)

    Breck Park is located in Grove City. It offers plenty of parking. One user remarked that those using the park were friendly and kept an eye on their pets. The park offers both off leash and on leash areas. There are areas are separated by dog sizes. Two areas are described as being 3 acres large, and another two are 1.5 acres in size.

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    Park rangers are on site to make sure that leash rules are being followed. There is a mention in the reviews that waste bags are available for pet cleanup. Also for your convenience are water fountains for your pets to have a drink. However, this feature may be shut off during wintry weather.

  3. Companion Club Dog Park

    Rating: 5/5 Bones (Bring Fido) 3.9/5 Stars (Google)

    This private park is located in Delaware. The park is on 11 acres featuring pine trees and its Golden Pond. Like other parks, a pond is accessible by dogs for water play.

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    This is not a free park. You can either purchase a day pass for $25, or an annual membership for $395. Users are required to provide proof of immunizations of their pets. Pets must also be spayed or neutered to be allowed entry. Some pet owners may prefer a private park with more rules, especially those concerning pet health. In a public park, your animals could come into contact with other animals behind on their shots. A private park such as Companion Club offers more oversight as to who uses the facility, such as vetted dogs. It may be worth the money for a paid park if you have special concerns about your pet’s health.

  4. Fancyburg Park

    Rating: 5/5 Bones (Bring Fido) 4.6/5 Stars (Google)

    Fancyburg Park is a 25-acre family-friendly destination located in Upper Arlington. After 8PM, you can have your animals off-leash in the park. The Upper Arlington Parks & Recreation Department offers dog training classes from May through July. So while you’re planning those sunny days out, you could also pick up some skills!

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  5. Friends of Alum Creek Dog Park

    Rating: 4.2/5 Bones (Bring Fido) 4.6/5 Stars (Google)

    This big fun park located in Lewis Center has a beach area for dogs to fetch balls and wade in the water. The other section is a grassy open play area with plenty of shade trees. This park also has separate sections for small and large animals. When you’re done playing for the day, there are hoses provided to rinse the animals off before heading home. For drinking, there are pet water fountains.

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    One user offered a tip for alternate entry. They say to go Hollenback Rd and South Old State Rd, heading east on Hollenback toward the reservoir. Once you pass the marina, the park is on your left.

    Keep in mind that this park is maintained by volunteers and may not always be completely cleaned up.

  6. Gowdown Park

    Rating: 4.8/5 Bones (Bring Fido) 4.7/5 Stars (Google)

    Gowdown Park is located in Columbus and is 10-acres in size. Half of these acres are designated for dog use. 4.5 acres are allocated to large dogs and one acre is for small dogs. It features benches, a water fountain for dogs, pathways, and a paved parking lot. The park is fully fenced and is situated on a rolling terrain with ample shade. Waste bags are provided for your convenience.

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    Rules are that pets be spayed or neutered, aggressive behavior is prohibited, no toys or treats allowed, and children under the age of 9 are not permitted. One reviewer mentioned that the park users are friendly and that the animals play well together. Another user says that she drives over an hour to bring her dogs here because they enjoy it so much!

  7. Mutt’s Paradise AumuseMutt Park & Training Center

    Rating: 5/5 Bones (Bring Fido) 4.8/5 Stars (Google)

    Mutt’s is another private park option and is also located in Delaware. It’s 6 acres of pup paradise and includes, you guessed it, a pond! One photo on the Mutt’s website shows a paddleboat on the pond which adds even more family fun. Like the previously mentioned private park, proof of vaccines is required for entry.

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    For your visit, you will need to have an appointment. It’s $10/per dog, per hour. If you have more than five dogs, the fee drops to $9. If you have a large group of 12 or more, you’ll pay a flat rate of $100/hour.

    If you’re the kind of pet owner who dislikes being around too many strange dogs, you’ll appreciate having the park to yourself with this rentable park. There is no charge for foster animals, shelter animals or hospice animals. The park is open daily 11AM-7PM except for winter.

  8. Three Creeks Dog Park

    Rating: 4/5 Stars ( Yelp!) 4.5/5 Stars (Google)

    Three Creeks Park is located in Groveport. Alum, Big Walnut and Black Lick creeks all come together at this place. More than 100 species of birds call this park home including great blue herons and owls. Beavers, minks, coyotes, and deer have also been spotted in this 1,100-acre park. 

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    This park offers multiple trails and recreation areas to choose from. The dog park area takes up four acres of the park in the Sycamore Fields section. Pets are also allowed in the picnic areas. Outside the dog enclosure, dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet.

  9. Walnut Woods Metro Park

    Rating: 4/5 Bones (Bring Fido) 4.5/5 Stars (Google)

    Imagine 1,098 acres of fields and woodlands featuring trees of pine, sweetgum, serviceberry, crab apple, and red maple. Walnut Woods Metro Park is located in Groveport and there you can enjoy restored wetlands and vernal pools. The dog park has a 3-acre area for large dogs (20 lbs. or more) and for small dogs (20 lbs. or less) a 1-acre area. Both areas have a shade shelter. There is additionally a separate area featuring a pond. One user said that they alternately take their dog to the creek for wading.

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    Beyond the area for dogs are paved trails that are also dog-friendly. Leashes are recommended for these areas, of course. One user enjoyed taking the Sweetgum trail with their dog. A reviewer mentioned that there is a nice agility course for added fun. They also remarked on the cleanliness of the park. 

  10. Wheeler Memorial Park

    Rating: 4.2/5 Bones (Bring Fido) 4.5/5 Stars (Google)

    Wheeler Park is a dog park in Columbus. There are two sections that open in a rotation, with one open at a time.  This hilly park has plenty of trees and is fully fenced to keep animals in. It offers benches, free waste bags (but bring backups just in case) and a water spigot to keep your dogs hydrated. This park also offers plenty of parking for the crowds it attracts.

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    Despite the popularity, some reviewers have complained about some issues with the park. Sometimes there can be issues with grass sod erosion leading to a very muddy situation during wet weather periods. There lacks a partition between breed sizes. so those with smaller pets may feel intimidated.

    Some complain that other dog owners aren’t very consistent with picking up after their dogs and preventing fighting attacks. While the park is lovely, without pet owners taking responsibility for their dogs, a planned fun day in the park can turn unpleasant. Columbus area dog walkers may want to skip this park if it’s terribly crowded, or on weeks when there has been precipitation. Catch it during a dry week on a less busy day and it could make for a nice outing.

    Tip: You can always look up the Google profiles and see the peak times for each weekday in order to plan your trip!

While there are more ways than these 10 to have fun in the sun with your best friend, this is a place to start. Hit those trails and wag some tails this spring and summer!

Here’s a handy map to help you plan your spring days in the park.

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All Creatures Great and Small, Pet Sitters Care for Them All

It seems cats and dogs dominate the pet stores, don’t they? You walk in and see so much for sale for canines and felines. Sometimes you have to ask where to find the hamster toys or the betta fish food.

What’s also not as obvious as where to find these pet peripherals is that professional pet sitters can look after more than just cats and dogs.

Fur Star Pet Care would love to care for all your pets!

What we care for:

  • Reptiles
  • Rodents: Hamsters, rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, mice, etc.
  • Pigs
  • Ferrets
  • Hedgehogs
  • Horses

That’s right! Along with our standard services we offer specialized and customized care for your pets who neither bark nor purr.

Fur Star Pet Care networks with local and national professional pet sitters so we always have access to caretakers with niche animal experience and expertise.

If you have any of the above-listed animals, contact us today and get a quote!

Meet Our New Family Members!

Announced on our Facebook page  today, we have now adopted sibling sphynxes! One is male and the other is female. We made a trip to Blackwood, NJ to pick them up. They are very affectionate cats who bond strongly with humans. We’re so excited to add them to our family!

Animal Fun Facts

Since we love animals of all kinds, we’d like to share some interesting trivia!

Reptiles

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  1. Ball pythons can live up to 40 years. (Long enough to meet several pet sitters!)
  2. While most snakes in the world are non-venomous, the opposite is true for Australia. The venomous snakes outnumber those who aren’t.
  3. Armadillo Dragons roll up into a ball. While this animal can close up, it’s no introvert. This special reptile thrives among others as it is a social creature.

Rodents

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  1. Guinea pig babies can run when they are only a few hours old and can live a long life of 15 years!
  2. Chinchillas have dense hair for protection in cold climates. A chinchilla hair follicle will hold between 60-90 hairs.
  3. Teddy Bear Hamster coloration comes in a variety of over 40 colors.

Pigs

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  1. Teacup pigs are actually pot-bellied pigs and can grow large up to 200 pounds. This is why many cities will classify them as livestock rather than pets, per ordinances. They are the 3rd most intelligent mammal. If they get lost exploring, they will remember their way back!
  2. Wild pigs help the ecosystem! When they root in the ground the soil movement makes way for new plants to colonize. They also help spread fruit plants by distributing seeds.
  3. In Denmark, the pig population is so great it outnumbers humans!

Ferrets

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  1. Weasels in name but also in behavior, ferrets are known for stealing things and hiding them.
  2. Queen Elizabeth had an albino ferret as a pet. This pet has been locked into history as it was included in a portrait made of Her Majesty.
  3. Though they look kind of like oversized rodents, they are actually more similar to dogs and cats. They are good at catching mice and rats.

Hedgehogs

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  1. Known for being covered in quills, these can number between 5,000 and 7,000!
  2. McGillicuddy Serious Party once nominated a hedgehog to parliament. He lost.
  3. It’s against the law to have pet hedgehogs in Arizona, California, Georgia, Hawaii, Pennsylvania, and New York City and Washington, D.C. So Columbus, Ohio area pet sitters can look forward to making house calls on these little cuties.

 

 

 

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Leave it to the Purrfessionals: All the Reasons Why You Should Hire a Pet Sitting Business

It’s the holiday season! For many of us, that means we will travel to go see loved ones, or take a vacation to get away from the ice and snow.

Among the list of travel prep, you will need to find someone to watch your pets. There are boarding houses, dog sitting services, neighbors, or other family members you may approach to keep your animals for your time away.

Some people love animals so much that they go into the business of taking care of them full time. Because caring for animals is their passion, they put a lot of thought and consideration into what you and your pets will need. So for some families, having a professional to watch your animals while you are away is the best option among the alternatives.

Motivation: Passion and Purpose

To find reasons why to use a professional pet sitter, we start at the roots. Someone who has made it their mission to care for pets and get referrals is going to be well-motivated to provide the best care they can.

Number one motivation is because they genuinely love animals. They have chosen a line of work that allows them the perk of spending their days with cuddly creatures. They find fulfillment in nurturing and providing loving care for animals.

Competition is another motivator. With services like Rover and boarding houses out there, they need to have a level of quality that is on par with or exceeds that of their competitors.

Asking just anyone to come to look in on your pets and feed them is leaving much to chance. While the friend or family member you would think to ask may be completely trustworthy and do an adequate job, an absence of incentive to do a good job may lead to an inconsistency in care.

Having the passion to care for animals and the motivation to make their human clients happy with excellent service means that your pet will be treated as though it was the service professional’s very own.

Keeping Up Appearances While You’re Away

Burglaries happen while people are away and thieves know that the holiday season means that people are making more purchases and that many will not be at home. The holidays are a prime time for a burglar to come in and take brand new valuables. A house that appears to be occupied is less likely to be broken into.

If you are thinking about boarding your animals rather than using a professional pet sitter, consider that opting for in-home pet care could be a theft deterrent.

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Professional pet sitters will collect mail or packages while you’re away.

 

Finding a pet sitter with great service means that they will create a presence that makes it appear that someone is home. If you keep your animals in a boarding facility, no one will be stopping by your house to take in the newspapers and mail, turn on different lights, etc. Your house will just look unattended. If you’re off to a warmer climate to escape the snow, it would be great to have someone back home shoveling that winter white. Having this extra help will maintain an appearance that your home is being looked after.

Home burglary prevention is another reason why you should hire a pet sitter over a putting your pet up in a boarding home.

Accountable & Dependable Service

Using an insured and bonded service offers protection when things don’t go as planned. Services like Rover will allow you to purchase additional insurance, but this will have a $250 deductible that you are responsible for. This won’t cover issues concerning inadequate service.

With an independently owned insured and bonded pet sitting service you have the added peace of mind with having recourse in the event of property damage, vet bills, incomplete work, etc.

A business that has taken the steps to be insured, bonded and registered sets itself apart from a petcare hobbyist in that they are more invested in their services. This usually means a more serious commitment to service and quality assurance.

Our Columbus, Ohio area pet sitting service is locally-owned and offers GPS tracking and reports that provide daily documentation on your pet’s care.

Hiring a full-time pet sitter also means better availability. What if you ask your neighbor to help out with the pets and they decide at the last minute to take a trip out of town simultaneously? With a service dedicated to pet sitting, you will have a solid commitment to care for the time you have scheduled for service.

Locally owned petsitting services anticipate the busy times and will be staffed in order to meet the demands. Choosing a bonded and insured pet care service offers peace of mind. All of this means flexible and dependable service for your family’s needs that you can rely on when you need it most.

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Keep in touch with your pet’s care while you’re away!

Training & Continuing Education

Having a fully competent person to care for your animals is so important for the cat or dog’s well being. Being a professional means that the pet sitter will know what to look for in terms of illness symptoms and keeping track of everyday poop and pee patterns.

Professionals are focused on the needs of the animal

so they will do more than just fill a bowl with food or water, they will pay close attention to the animal’s needs and give your animals loving attention.

Fur Star Pet Care uses FetchFind to develop pet sitters’ skills and knowledge on the proper and attentive care of pets. Sitters will also be educated about fear-free strategies to maintain a peaceful home environment for pets.

Owner Jeanette Hale attends pet sitting conferences and makes sure that the staff is up to date on CPR training and other issues pertinent to pet care.

Hiring a professional pet care service like Fur Star Pet Care means that you will have someone with current training looking after your cherished animals.

Why Not Ask Your Neighbor Instead?

Sometimes we will feel like we are asking too much of our friends and family or that it’s uncertain that they can provide the level of care that our pets are used to. Hiring a professional pet sitter means that someone who wants to care for your pet, and who will be following a procedure, will provide care in keeping with your lifestyle.

Is the person you asked to watch your pet trained on how to care for a pet that is choking or ill? Will they do the bare minimum and leave you to wonder if the dog has been let out to potty enough, walked, and played with? Will they honor your requests and follow a protocol to make sure every task is completed? Are they trained on how to deal with issues such as separation anxiety or administering medication? If you have someone in your life who can do all of this, then you are truly blessed. For the rest of us, hiring a professional pet sitter instead can mean a big difference in how our pets will be cared for.

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Your cat will be waiting for you to return. Meanwhile, kitty makes a new friend – his pet sitter!

If plans fall through with your friend or neighbor, who will be the one to step in? A pet sitting service will have a contingency plan, and may even end up being your contingency plan if plans fall through with the alternative. Usually, they will take care of other housesitting issues as well, so why not hire a Columbus, Ohio area professional pet sitter in the first place?

Professional Pet Sitters: The Purrfect Choice!

Circumstances such as being in the hospital or planning a trip out of town can be very stressful. You’ll like likely have a list of things you need to do before you leave your pets behind. Rather than make a list for someone to follow, you can hire someone who already has their own comprehensive checklist. Hire someone who has thought of everything so that you don’t have to! Hire a Columbus, Ohio area pet sitting service to give you peace of mind while you are away. Book with Fur Star Pet Care now and leave it to the purrfessionals!