Three Hounds Pet Services

07/26/2025

The perfect photo doesn't exi-... Oh. 😍❤️‍🔥

07/24/2025

Adjustments to walks will be made accordingly next week, especially for brachy dogs. Please don't leave your pets outside unattended during the coming heat wave.

This is a somewhat long post, but I feel it's worth it.

Let me first start off by acknowledging that I know it gets hot in the summer. I was born in the morning - not this morning.

WRAL Kat Campbell is forecasting at least 5-straight days of 100-degree heat for the Triangle and Sandhills. That starts Saturday. The longest such stretch is 6-straight days in August of 2012.

The meteorology is there, and I've shown that below. Near-record strength of high pressure (aka "heat dome") is likely. Air beneath the high sinks. Sinking air compresses. Compression heats things up. The stronger the high, the higher the heat.

This lasts for days at a time, leading to high afternoon temperatures and not much relief at night.

Then, there's the social science. A lot of us are fatigued by the weather, be it floods, heat/humidity, etc. I get it. You'd rather bury your head in the sand and ignore it. Please don't.

I'm not saying "you'll die if you go outside." You just have to be smart. For instance, I'm going to a concert outside Sunday. I'm not drinking alcohol that day. Water, electrolytes, etc.

If you can, avoid doing anything strenuous during the peak heat hours of the day. Turn your A/C up (ie. if you routinely keep it at 72, consider taking it to 74/75). Check on the young/elderly/pets. Never leave a living thing in a hot car.

A LOT of this is common sense, but it's worth reiterating. Stay cool, and stay weather aware!

There may be a bit of a cool-down coming our way during the first week of August.

07/22/2025

Just in case anyone has an emergency tonight SAEC in Vass is closed. Alternative emergency clinics are listed in this post.

06/20/2025

Services scheduled next week will be adjusted accordingly to ensure a safe visit for your pets and your pet sitter. 😁 If your dog is brachy we will not be walking, we will do shaded yard let outs only. For non brachycephalic dogs if the heat index is low enough in the mornings to get in a walk we will do that, otherwise shaded let outs only. Be safe, stay hydrated, and don't leave dogs outside unattended next week!

06/02/2025

I don't normally make Pride posts because historically, and as has been evidenced by the recent reversal of inclusive initiatives by several major corporations, Pride posts by businesses were largely just pandering. But I didn't spend the 80s and 90s holding my hand over my heart and saying "with liberty and justice for all" just to change my mind as an adult and this year is not like other years. It is an honor to be trusted to care for your pets and your homes but I also deeply care for the people behind those pets. As such, we at Three Hounds Pet Services have been and will continue to be a safe place for all regardless of gender, identity, or orientation. 🏳️‍🌈Happy Pride!🏳️‍⚧️

03/02/2025

Dr Commerford of Peak Performance Mobile Veterinary Services runs affordable vaccine and preventative clinics several times a month. Her schedule and locations are listed on her website. She also does acupuncture and rehab and we have personally used her acupuncture services for our sweet Rowan last year. I highly recommend Dr Commerford if you are looking for mobile veterinary care or vaccines and preventative clinics!

02/16/2025

Like most of you we are closely monitoring this ice storm threat for the coming week. Just a reminder there is no cancellation fee for services cancelled due to inclement weather. If an able bodied adult will be home from work this week due to the weather please cancel your appointment. Be safe out there!

01/30/2025

This past Sunday I had the opportunity to renew my hands-on Pet CPR and First Aid certification with The DABBA Company LLC in Raleigh. I STRONGLY recommend every pet parent take a pet CPR and/or first aid course if possible so you aren't scrambling to Google in an emergency. As someone who has had to do the doggy heimlich on both a client dog and one of my personal dogs I can say with confidence having that knowledge base on board at the time of emergency makes a huge difference in your ability to respond effectively. Willie Blue II, owner of The Dabba Company, was an excellent instructor and his sweet Frenchie Poté did a fabulous job as a demo dog and comedic relief.

01/02/2025

🚫 New cancellation policy 🚫
For the last 8 years I have avoided charging cancellation fees in order to be as flexible as possible for my clients. Unfortunately that has led to frequent last minute cancellations that I am unable to fill with other bookings. Please log in to your client portal and read/accept the following cancellation policy change.
Effective 06 JAN 25 cancellation fees will be assessed at the following rate:

Same day cancellation: Full charge

Less than 48 hrs non-holiday visits: 50% of booked visits for 7 days, full refund of booked visits remaining

Less than 7 days holiday visits: 50% of all booked visits

Upcoming holidays 2025
New Year's Day - Jan 1, 2025
Easter - Apr 20, 2025
Mother's Day - May 11, 2025
Memorial Day - May 26, 2025
Father's Day - Jun 15, 2025
Independence Day - Jul 4, 2025
Labor Day - Sep 1, 2025
Thanksgiving - Nov 27, 2025
Day after Thanksgiving - Fri, Nov 28, 2025
Christmas Eve - Dec 24, 2025
Christmas Day - Dec 25, 2025
New Year's Eve - Dec 31, 2025

There will be no charge for visits cancelled at my request or for cancellations due inclement weather that closes schools/workplaces. Full refunds or an account credit for future use can be granted at my discretion so please let me know if you are cancelling due to extenuating circumstances.

12/26/2024

Beautiful fire sky this morning. It was cold, but still a gorgeous sunrise walkie. I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday. BTW, heated scarves are absolute GAME CHANGERS. To the client who gave me one for Christmas, you're my new favorite. 🫶🏻 Don't tell anyone though. 😂

12/11/2024

Second walk in the rain was not as fun. 🥴

12/06/2024

🎄CHRISTMAS UPDATE🎅
🎁 A reminder for new and potential clients that we DO NOT offer boarding services. All services are performed in the owner's home.
🎁 I do still have availability for Christmas and New Year's so if you are considering traveling please book services ASAP. A 50% deposit is required at time of confirmation (Dec 15th or upon scheduling if after the 15th) with the remainder due upon return.
🎁 This is the first time in 5 years I do not have client holiday gifts prepared so please don't be offended if you have received holiday gifts in the past. I just don't have them ready so it's not you, it's me. 😔
🎁 In pictures for the gram I'm thrilled to introduce you to River and Shannon, our two newest rescue beagles from Triangle Beagle Rescue of North Carolina (both in my arms in the photos). They are beagles five and six we have had the privilege of adopting from TBR who has beagles of all ages in foster homes across NC. If you're looking to put a little hound in your heart for the holidays please consider a TBR beagle, or any of the other wonderful pets available for adoption from other local rescues and shelters.