Michelle June 15th, 2010
Actually I don’t mind the rain, that is one of the things people must deal with, when living in Oregon or Washington. However, not so much fun when your walking dogs. Not only do I get wet, but the poor dogs get soaked. Some have coats, others don’t care, they are out just to have fun on their walk. Its after the walk that the wet starts sinking in.
It is one of the things clients should think about when out in the rain with their dogs. Purchasing a raincoat or letting them walk ala’ natural. I do both when walking my dogs. Since I have six dogs, it takes a few minutes to get all their gear on. They are so excited that its hard trying to put a rain coat on jumping, wildly happy four-legged banshee’s (that is what I refer to mine as). Usually I will wait until the rain has slacked off and there is but a slight mist or trickle.
Today looks like one of those days that I will sit in wait and just when I think its safe, I will leash them all up and off we will go.
For those that are walking their dogs in this weather..happy rainy walking! 
Tags: Beaverton, Dog Walking, Dogs, healthy pets, Hillsboro, Oregon, pet owner, Pet Sitting, pets, petsitter, Walking, weather
Michelle June 13th, 2010
I am very excited to look out the window this morning and see yet another day of sun. Feels great.
Its also great day to take your dogs out for a stroll. Just remember that even though its not in the high 80’s that dogs can still get over heated, so take plenty of water with you. If you have a white dog, like I do, remember to use dog safe sunscreen so they do burn. Yes, dogs can get sunburns just like humans.
Have a great Sunday from the House of Pawz (HoP)
Tags: animal safety, Beaverton, Cats, Dog Safety, dog walker, Dog Walking, Dogs, Oregon, Pet Sitter, Pet Sitting, pets, Portland, Services, Walking, weather
Michelle January 8th, 2010
Another year is upon us. I hope this one see’s more people getting back to work and the economy stabilizing.
I know it is has affected all of us. The trickle down effect, so to speak. January is always a slow time in retail and business, so it gives me time to reflect and re-organize my priorities.
One of those is how to market my business via the internet. I am an avid user and believer in technology. There really isn’t anything I do not do these days that doesn’t require me to be on the computer or my smart phone. I blog, twitter and facebook all in the name of getting my business out there to my clients and also to new clients. Becoming more efficient and available for my established clients is another important area for me.
In the coming year, I am going to find news ways in which I can reach pet owners through the web. Since dog walking and pet sitting for me is only a ten mile radius, it make the demographics of study a bit challenging.
I guess you could say this is my New Years resolution. I think we all need something to work towards.
To my established clients, I thank you and I will be working hard at making your experience with my business even better.
Tags: Beaverton, Cats, dog walker, Dog Walking, Dogs, Hillsboro, Oregon, Pet Sitter, Pet Sitting, Services
