Life Without A Fence

I feel bad sometimes, that I took my dogs away from their big, fenced backyard at home in New Jersey. Here in Oregon, we have a lovely apartment, and the complex has lots of walking paths for us to explore. But I no longer have the luxury of opening the back door and letting the dogs out to romp and sniff and play in the yard. It takes some getting used to. I was definitely spoiled; Lally and I could play ball while Moose watched the neighborhood kids play and nobody had to worry about leashes. Now, unless we go … Continue reading

How To Choose a Boarding Kennel

You are going to be away from home for a vacation or business trip… what about your pets? A pet sitter is one option; a boarding kennel is another choice that can give you more peace of mind than asking a friend or family member to remember to take care of your precious pets. The advantages to using a boarding kennel are many. You don’t have to worry about making travel arrangements for your pet, and finding a pet-friendly hotel. With a boarding kennel, your pets will have supervision and attention throughout the day and night. The kennel staff will … Continue reading