Great Woods Pet Sitting

08/26/2026

🎒 The kids are going back to school—but what does that mean for the dog?

After a summer of extra company, playtime, and activity, the sudden change to a quiet house can be confusing. Your dog may follow you more, wait by the door, become restless, or need extra help settling into the new routine.

A morning walk, safe enrichment activity, consistent schedule, and calm departures can make the transition easier. A midday dog walk also provides a welcome bathroom break, exercise, sniffing, and companionship.

Great Woods Pet Sitting offers reliable, one-household-at-a-time dog walks in Norton and Mansfield. 🐾

Learn more at https://greatwoodspetsitting.com/2026/08/26/easing-your-dog-into-back-to-school-routines/

08/15/2026

🚨 September is only TWO WEEKS away! 🍎🐾

One of our clients just had a realization:

"Help! My dog walker goes back to school in September. 😩 Anyone know a reliable, trustworthy dog walker? Bonus if they are insured and certified."

If this sounds familiar, Great Woods Pet Sitting can help! 💜🐶

When school starts and schedules change, your dog can still count on a consistent midday walk. We provide reliable, professional dog walking in Norton and Mansfield, so you can head to work knowing your pup is taken care of.

🐾 Experienced, professional dog walker
🐾 Certified, bonded & insured
🐾 Fear Free Certified
🐾 Positive-reinforcement training incorporated into walks
🐾 GPS-tracked visits and detailed report cards
🐾 Dependable, consistent care

September will be here before we know it, so now is a great time to get your dog's new routine in place!

📍 Serving Norton & Mansfield, MA
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Your dog walker may be going back to school—but your dog still needs their walk! 🐕🍂

Dog Walking, Training, and Cat Sitting in Mansfield & Norton, MA

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸

🎆 Keep pets indoors during fireworks.
🎆 Make sure ID tags and microchip information are up to date.
🎆 Close windows and curtains and play calming music or white noise.
🎆 Keep BBQ foods, alcohol, glow sticks, and fireworks away from pets.
🎆 Exercise dogs before celebrations begin.
🎆 Consider calming medication from your vet.
🎆 Never bring pets to fireworks displays.

06/29/2026

🔥Heat warning! 🔥

It is going to be extremely hot this week. We will be doing very short walks and let outs. We are open to cancelations, earlier walks, inside enrichment, training, or pool time.
Keep your pets cool! 🐕🌬️

06/24/2026

✂️🐶 To clip or not to clip? The summer debate is back...

Every year, dog owners are told:
☀️ "Don't clip a double coat – it keeps them cool."
⚠️ "Shaving will ruin the coat forever."

But are these claims supported by evidence, or are they simply myths that refuse to disappear?

🔎In his latest article, Dr David Marlin examines the science behind coat clipping, explains why many dogs may actually benefit from a shorter coat in hot weather, and shares real experiences from owners, groomers and vets whose dogs became cooler, happier and more active after clipping.

🐕 Does a thick coat really keep a dog cool?
🌡️ Why do some dogs continue panting at rest?
✂️ Can clipping really damage the coat?

The answers might surprise you.
🔗 Read the full article and join the conversation.
https://askanimalweb.com/to-clip-or-not-to-clip-that-is-the-question/

06/12/2026

Want a calmer, more focused dog on walks? Teaching, "Engage / Disenge" helps your dog check in with you and make better choices around distractions. 🐾

📍 Follow these steps:

Pair the clicker with a treat
Work at a distance
Click when your dog notices the trigger
Reward your dog for looking at you
Practice until your dog automatically looks at you
Get 4-5 repetitions at each level before gradually decreasing distance
If your dog is reacting or can't look back, increase distance

Every small step builds a stronger bond and a more confident pup. 💜

05/30/2026

We got to walk Bowie and Teddy yesterday. We had walked Bowie, the black labradoodle, a few times in the last year. We are so happy that Bowie's owners have adopted Teddy, the white labradoodle. Welcome to the pack, Teddy! 🐕🐕

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all the pet moms! 💐🌸🌷💜

05/05/2026

Penny practicing "heel."

05/04/2026

Penny practicing "stay."