Leader of the Pack Pet Service

08/28/2025

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On this day, let us honor the beautiful souls who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge and celebrate the love and joy they brought into our lives.

Their precious paw prints and the sweet memories they gifted us with, will forever remain in our hearts. 🐾🌈❤️

08/27/2025

Cats take comfort in predictable schedules and routines.

08/26/2025

Your pet’s food and water bowls can be a hotspot for bacteria?🦠

Research shows that while 67% of pet owners use metal bowls, only about one-third actually wash them after meals, some just give them a quick wipe. That’s exactly how the bacterial party begins 🤢. And that slimy layer that forms in water bowls after a day? That’s biofilm...a coating of bacteria that’s extremely hard to remove. Biofilm can harbor harmful pathogens like E. coli, Salmonella, and MRSA, making it easy for infections to spread from your dog to your family.🦠⚠️

The type of food matters too. Wet food tends to harbor more bacteria than dry, and the leftover moisture mixed with dog saliva creates the perfect environment for bacterial growth.

Here's a quick break down of the pros and cons of different types of bowls:

🥣Plastic: Chemicals in plastic can leach over time and interfere with melanin production, potentially causing “Plastic Dish Nasal Dermatitis,” which leaves your dog’s nose and lips pink and irritated.

🫖Ceramic: According to Hartpury scientists, ceramic bowls can harbor dangerous bacteria like Salmonella, E. coli, and MRSA, especially if the glaze is cracked and the bowl keeps being used.

🥄Stainless steel: Low-quality steel bowls have occasionally been recalled for heavy metal contamination. Stick to high-grade stainless (18/8 or 304 steel) from trusted brands.

🥛Glass: Durable, borosilicate glass (like Pyrex) is a safe, kitchen-friendly option for both food and water.

🧼 No matter the material, the best way to protect your pet (and your family) is simple: wash bowls after every meal with hot water and soap. Once a week, run them through your dishwasher’s hot cycle. You can also disinfect by coating with hydrogen peroxide, waiting five minutes, then rinsing.

For more on picking nontoxic, safe bowls? Comment FOREVERDOG, and we’ll message you a link to our book The Forever Dog LIFE. Check out part one, The Forever Kitchen, section “Food & Water Bowls,” for all the tips on keeping your dog’s mealtime safe and healthy 🌱⚠️.

08/26/2025

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It goes by faster than you think.

08/21/2025

To everyone that has shown me patience, kindness, and support — thank you. Your love has carried me through these hard times and I’ll be back as soon as I can.
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08/20/2025

It's the little things we hold onto that mean the most! 🦦💕

08/19/2025

.hyland.7 Happy labs and a handsome man cat! 🐕‍🦺🩵🐈

08/18/2025

Loving pets is only the beginning💗 What sets great pet sitters apart is their reliability, integrity, and follow-through.

Your clients are trusting you with their most beloved companions and their home. They deserve someone who shows up on time, communicates clearly, and follows through on every promise—every time.

In an industry where trust is everything, it’s the quiet consistency that builds unshakable peace of mind. Be the sitter you’d want for your own pet.

Listen to Kaitlin share about her awesome pet sitting business on episode 621. Listen on:

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pet-sitter-confessional/id1476639735?i=1000721769256

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4bJj2260F8KlhEbgBNWgHA?si=I-4hEAMARK2uoQTtDcsIbQ