Pet Sitting Care by Nanette Gordon
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Boca Raton Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon: Posted on Monday, March 05, 2012 12:41 PM
 Boca Raton Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon celebrates 10 Year Anniversary for Pet Sitting Service
"I am so proud to be able to say that I have been providing my professional pet sitting and house sitting services for 10 years now !" announces Nanette Gordon, business owner and pet sitting and house watching service provider in Boca Raton, Florida since 2002.
There is no better testament to success than longevity and a good reputation, especially in a small, seasonal community and during a slow economic period but Nanette is able to stay afloat with heavy repeat customers and numerous referrals from her client's and local business owners.
"I love the work that I do because of my intense love and care for animals and nature. I attribute my continued success to to my ability to remain focused and organized, calm in emergency situations, compassionate to human and animal needs, trustworthy and respectful of private property and matters."
Each morning after Nanette wakes and takes care of any current pet sitting or dog walking assignments, she is at her home office desk reviewing and preparing for the days pet sitting and house checking assignments, replying to emails, posting on Facebook about pet friendly and fund raising events for pets and animals, as well as animal rescue and shelter urgent need postings, daily marketing efforts for the business, confirming appointments and upcoming assignments with new and existing clients. Then it is out the door for the midday dog walking sessions for busy professionals and afternoon cat care visits.
 "Each day that I am able to provide my tender, loving care to animals and check on people's homes while they are away, gives me joy and satisfaction that I am providing necessary and appreciated services to wonderful people and their beloved pet family. There is no better way to be able to spend my life and I am grateful for the opportunity."
Most days and weekends are filled with dog walking assignments, specialize cat care visits, house sitting services for seasonal residents and frequent travelers, and oftentimes, overnight pet sitting with sleepovers at the client home with their pets. "People treat me with respect and gracious hospitality at their homes because they know they can trust me to keep their pets, property and belongings safe and secure, undamaged and clean. It is a great feeling to know that they are pleased with my performance and often they leave me little treats or gifts as a sign for their gratitude."
"I look forward to another 10 years and more to come doing the work that I love in the beautiful place called Boca Raton that I adore. Please visit my website http://nanettegordon.com for details about services and tell your friends and family about my personal services. I look forward to adding to my collection of happy customers and happy pet friends!"
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Boca Raton Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon: Posted on Friday, October 21, 2011 11:38 AM
 The Benefits of Hiring a Professional
Pet Sitter for the Holidays in Boca Raton, Florida
Using
a professional pet sitter reaps benefits for both pets and their families.
Once
you experience professional pet care in your home, you'll
never worry about being away from your pet again.
The Benefits
to your pet include: - Staying
at home in his/her safe, secure environment
- Being
surrounded by familiar sights, smells and sounds
- Following
his/her regular diet and exercise routine
- Having
play time
- Receiving
love and personal attention
- Maintaining
medical treatment, when required
- Having
someone responsible in case of an emergency
- Eliminating
the trauma of travel or an unfamiliar environment
- Ensuring
good health (no exposure to other animals' illness or
parasites)
The Benefits
to you include: - Knowing
that your pet is in caring, loving hands in your safe home
- Having
the confidence that the pet sitter can deal with other needs such as mail, newspaper and package retrieval, watering of plants, contacting you about household damages and other emergencies
- Eliminating
the trauma of having to transport and leave your pet in strange environment.
- Not
having to impose on family, friends or neighbors - or worry about them being unreliable or taken away due to their personal needs
- Feeling
your home is secure (with someone going in and out
several times a day)
 Not
all pet sitters are created equal, nor are they all
professional. In hiring a pet sitter, it is important to
make sure you have chosen the right person to care for your
beloved animal. Ask to see credentials such as local licenses, insurance and bonding certificates, professional memberships and references from other customers. Make sure you know who will be your personal pet sitter rather than a franchise service or service that employs independent contractors that hand out your keys to the available sitter on your dates - it could be different people who have not received your personal instructions or bonded with your pets.
About the Author: Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon is a professional, licensed, bonded and insured pet sitting service provider with her own company "Nanette Gordon, Professional Pet & House Sitting Service" in Boca Raton, Florida. Nanette provides her personal pet sitting and dog walking services all year long and is also certified in pet first aid by the American Red Cross and Pet Tech. Visit http://nanettegordon.com for further information about all of her services and qualifications. |
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Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon, Boca Raton: Posted on Friday, August 05, 2011 10:43 AM
Senior Dogs & Cats: The Signs
Since I am a professional pet sitting service provider and pet care specialist in east Boca Raton, I take care of many senior pets, including dogs, cats, birds and rabbits. It is important for me to be aware of the special care they require due to their age and I also like to help my clients understand their pets better.
Being aware of the normal
aging changes for your senior pet will help you identify when there is a
medical problem that should be addressed.
What is "old age" for dogs?
The old classic "one human year equals seven dog years" is an easy way
to calculate and relate to your dog's age, but isn't the most accurate.
Large breed dogs (i.e. Great Danes) are considered a senior at 6 or 7
years of age, whereas small breeds (i.e. toy poodle), aren't considered a
senior until their teen years. I have seen more than one poodle in the
18 to 20 year range. There are studies to suggest that certain breeds
are more long-lived than others, too.
As a general rule of thumb, a dog who is 7 years or older should be
considered middle to senior aged, and a consultation with your vet is in
order to determine the best health care maintenance program for your
dog as s/he ages. For smaller breed dogs, your vet (in consultation with
you) may elect to wait a couple of years before doing any geriatric
monitoring.
What things should I expect as my dog ages?
Each dog, like each human, is different. Here are some general things to watch for as a pet ages.  - Slowing down - You may notice that you dog slows down some
with aging. This isn't always the case, but look for subtle changes in
how s/he gets up, lays down, and uses stairs. Is there any hesitation or
stiffness? Does a change in the weather (rainy, cold) make it worse?
Arthritis is common in dogs as they age, particularly large
breeds. Arthritis can occur in any joint, most commonly the legs, neck
and back (spine). There are many different medications available to help
ease the discomfort of arthritis -- see your vet if you notice any
signs of slowing down in your dog. Another potential cause of slowing
down is hypothyroidism , an endocrine disorder common in dogs. This condition is easily diagnosed and treated with proper veterinary care.
- Graying around the face, muzzle - One of my dogs went
prematurely gray at two years of age, but most dogs commonly show a bit
of gray starting at middle age (5-6 years).
- Reduced hearing - Is your dog hard to wake up after
sleeping or does s/he become startled easily if you approach from
behind? Hearing loss or deafness may be a reason for this. There isn't a
lot that can be done for age-related hearing loss, but a vet exam
should be done first to rule out other medical problems, such as an
infection, growth, or foreign body in the ear.
If your dog does experience hearing loss, take care to protect
him/her from hazards, such as cars and kids that s/he may not hear (or
see). Dogs do learn and adapt well using hand signals to come, stay,
sit, and so on. It is a good idea to "cross train" your dog early in
life to recognize basic hand signals.
- Cloudy or "bluish" eyes - As they age, dog's eyes often
show a bluish transparent "haze" in the pupil area. This is a normal
effect of aging, and the medical term for this is lenticular sclerosis.
Vision does not appear to be affected. This is NOT the same as
cataracts. Cataracts
are white and opaque. Vision can be affected by cataracts, and your vet
needs to be consulted (see "when is it time to see the vet?" below).
- Muscle atrophy - Mild loss of muscle mass, especially
the hind legs, may be seen with old age. Some muscle atrophy, notably on
the head and the belly muscles, can be significant. Be sure to have your vet check this out if any muscle loss is noted.
 Now About Cats
As a general
rule of thumb, a cat who is 10 years or older should be considered middle
to senior aged, and a consultation with your vet is in order to determine
the best health care maintenance program for your cat as s/he ages.
What things
should I expect as my cat ages? Each cat, like each human, is different. Here are some general things
to watch for as a cat ages.
Slowing
down - Admittedly, this can be hard to discern for many cats!
You know your cat best - do you notice any of the following: - sleeping
more than usual?
- Not
wanting to climb the cat condo as much?
- Any
difficulty grooming the "hard to reach" areas?
- Difficulty
going up or down the stairs, jumping up or down off of favorite perches?
Reduced
hearing - Cats can experience hearing loss. The loss may be barely
noticeable, or, as in the case of some cats, the hearing loss can be
total. Always have your vet examine your cat's ears if there is question
of hearing loss -- to rule out parasites, infection, growths in the
canal, or other medical problems that could interfere with normal hearing.
Cloudy
or "bluish" eyes - Like dogs, cat's eyes often show a
bluish transparent "haze" in the pupil area. This is a normal
effect of aging, and the medical term for this is lenticular sclerosis. Vision does not appear to be affected. This is NOT the same as cataracts.
 Cataracts - are
white and opaque. Vision can be affected by cataracts, and your vet
needs to be consulted (see "when is it time to see the vet?" below).
Thinning
of the iris - - Also known as iris atrophy, some cats eyes,
particularly those lighter in color, may appear to be "moth-eaten"
as they age. This does not appear to affect vision, but some cats may
become more light sensitive. Increased pigmentation in the iris may
indicate a risk for malignant iris melanoma and should be checked by your vet.
Muscle
atrophy - Mild loss of muscle mass, especially the hind legs, may
be seen with old age. If your cat is having trouble walking, see your
veterinarian. Some cats with Diabetes Mellitus can have nerve problems and become "dropped in the hocks" and have trouble walking, see your vet if your cat is having trouble standing or walking.
As a pet sitter, I care for many senior cats and dogs so I recognize the above conditions and act accordingly while they are in my care and recommend to their guardians that veterinary care is necessary. I also like to help my clients with their questions about how to change behavior around senior pets, change exercise routines and generally be more gentle with our senior pet family members.
About the Author: Nanette
Gordon is a professional pet sitter, dog walker and house watcher in Boca Raton, Florida since 2002. She provides her personal, exclusive and qualified services for a localized area to ensure the best care possible. Visit her website for more details: http://nanettegordon.com
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Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon, Boca Raton, FL: Posted on Thursday, July 14, 2011 11:08 AM
 How To Live with Pets and Allergies
As a professional pet sitter, I spend a great deal of time going into people's homes to care for their companion pets and even I have mild allergies to the dander of dogs and cats and maybe even other animals. But I don't let it get me down. I take a daily antihistamine OTB medication and this helps me manage the itchy eyes and runny nose I sometimes get. The following writing will help pet lovers prepare their homes more effectively to manage sinus and upper respiratory allergies that affect many.
Animal lovers don't need to get rid of their pets to conquer their pet allergies. For people sensitive to pet dander, regular home cleanings can dramatically reduce their allergy symptoms.
Nearly ten million people choose to live with pets, even though they
have allergies to them, according to the American Academy of Allergy
Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI).
What Causes of Pet Allergies?
Pet allergies are caused by the protein found in animal dander
(dead skin cells), saliva or urine. These lightweight proteins float
through the air and, when inhaled by people who are sensitive to them,
trigger cold-like reactions such as sniffling, sneezing and watery eyes.
Cat dander, in particular, is a notorious allergy trigger because it is so lightweight and sticky.
Helpful Pet Allergy Solutions
But most pet allergy sufferers don't need to pack their bags to get relief from their allergy symptoms.
Experts say it's possible to co-exist with pets by making indoor living
spaces as clean and allergy friendly as possible. Here are some helpful
hints to relieve your pet allergies:  - Pet Allergy Tip #1 Replace carpeting (which can
collect pollens, mold spores and other outdoor allergens) with hardwood
or other solid surface flooring for easy clean-up of pet hair. Clean
floors daily to keep them as fur-free as possible. Less fur on the floor
means fewer allergens in your home.
- Pet Allergy Tip #2 Vacuum furniture, curtains and
carpets weekly. Use a HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Arresting)
filter in your vacuum to prevent dander from escaping back into the
room. Try the Dyson DC17 Absolute Animal vacuum with HEPA filtration for
cleaner expelled air.
- Pet Allergy Tip #3 Hire a professional to clean
your furnace's ductwork to remove dust and allergens build-ups. And
regularly replace furnace filters with high quality ones designed to
keep pet dander from re-entering living spaces.
- Pet Allergy Tip #4 Don't allow pets on upholstered
furniture. If that's not possible, cover chairs and sofas with washable
slipcovers or spray them with Febreze Allergen Reducer to keep pet dander from becoming airborne.
- Pet Allergy Tip #5 Run an electrostatic or HEPA air cleaner.
Pet Allergy Tip #6 Keep pets out of the allergic
person's bedroom, say allergists, because dander collects on pillows and
leads to worsened symptoms at night and in the morning. For extra
protection, encase mattresses and pillows with special covers to block allergens.
Other environmental tactics to combat allergens include regularly brushing pets outside and bathing them weekly with formulated to neutralize dander.
By following these simple steps to control allergens in your home,
you'll be able to reduce your allergy symptoms without having to give up
your furry friend.
About the Author: Nanette
Gordon is a professional pet sitter, dog walker and house watcher for her Boca Raton based company Nanette L. Gordon Enterprises Inc. since 2002. She provides her personal services and is licensed, bonded and insured. Visit her website for more details: http://nanettegordon.com
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Boca Raton Pet Sitter Nanette Gordon: Posted on Monday, June 20, 2011 9:57 AM
Take Your Dog to Work Day hosted by PSI is Every June
First celebrated in 1999, Pet Sitters International’s Take Your Dog
To Work Day® was created to celebrate the great companions dogs make and
to encourage their adoption from humane societies, animal shelters and
breed rescue clubs. This annual event asks pet lovers to celebrate the
humane-canine bond and promote pet adoption by encouraging their
employers to support TYDTW Day by opening their workplace to employees’
four-legged friends on this one special day.
Each June, businesses, animal shelters and pet-care
professionals from around the world will work together to better the
lives of shelter dogs everywhere. Thousands of businesses will open
their doors to employees’ furry, four-legged friends on this day in
celebration of the great companions dogs make and to promote pet
adoption.
Pet Sitters International invites your business to participate in this fun and worthwhile event.
 We are asking every business--great and small--to become a true
friend of the canine community by helping Pet Sitters International
promote pet adoptions in a positive and proactive way! Explore our site
to learn how you can participate, register your business and spread the
word.
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