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Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Cat
Holiday Gift Ideas: Some Cool Toys Your Cat Might Actually Like and Locally Made Treats. Includes how to entertain your cat with all those boxes you get from ordering online.
Nov 19, 20259 min read


Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Dog
Holiday Gift Ideas: Some Cool Toys Your Dog Might Like and Locally Made Treats
Nov 19, 20257 min read


Pet Loss Prevention Tips
July is National Pet Loss Prevention Month. If we are prepared and set up a few extra security measures we can keep our pets safe and prevent loss. Of course, unexpected things can still occur and pets may get lost despite our best efforts. However, the more we can do to set ourselves up for success, using the tips listed, the less likely we will have to deal with that situation.
Jul 11, 202511 min read


What are private on-leash dog walks?
We explain what private on-leash dogwalking is, how Furryornot Petcare approaches it, and compare other types of services to help you pick what will work best for your dog. Though we do recommend that you include private on-leash dog walking along with other types of services, sometimes it takes a village to care for dogs.
May 26, 20256 min read


What to do if your pet is lost in Abbotsford and surrounding areas
What to do if your pet is lost in Abbotsford and surrounding areas. If your pet is missing we have compiled a list and resources to help.
Mar 28, 20258 min read


How to help pets that may be lost or in danger in Abbotsford and surrounding areas
If you see a lost or endangered pet, here's how you can help. We'll have a separate post about what to do if you lose your pet. Just...
Mar 5, 20258 min read


Adopt A Rescued Rabbit in Abbotsford and surrounding areas
February is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month and there are some rabbits in Abbotsford up for adoption at the SPCA as well as other local rescues
Feb 25, 20253 min read


Are you a responsible pet parent?
You have a pet - congratulations! February is Responsible Pet Owners Month so this is a list of ways and play our Bingo cards. Free to download!
Feb 17, 20253 min read


My Pet Lover to Pet Professional Journey
My life has been shaped by my love for animals, starting as a young child...my experiences with my own pets and why I launched Furryornot
Jan 26, 20258 min read


The Benefits of Walking Your Dog
The Benefits of Walking Your Dog. Walking in general has many health benefits, including physical, emotional, and mental health, both for the dogs and for you (and the dog walker you hire too). Experts recommend that human adults get at least 30 minutes of aerobic activity at least 5 days a week, which lowers the risk of heart disease, stroke, dementia, and more.
Jan 22, 20254 min read


Moxie has Diabetes: Our Experience
First published March 21, 2023 As we discussed in our last post Moxie got sick and it turned out to be pancreatitis. Check out that story...
Nov 21, 20245 min read


Illness in Cats: Observe and act fast
First published February 28, 2023 My own Moxie went through a terrifying illness so I wanted to share our experience to help you...
Nov 21, 20245 min read


What are 'drop in' pet visits?
We often get inquiries about "house sitting" or staying overnight with the pets which is something we do not do. This post will explain...
Sep 26, 20249 min read


Do you know how much your dog should drink?
July is National Pet Hydration Awareness Month. How much water your dog needs will depend on their size, what they eat, and their...
Jul 21, 20244 min read


Places to go with your dog this summer
Summer is a fun time to get out there and do more. But I suspect most of you do not want your dog to wallow in a mud puddle like Marley....
Jun 30, 20242 min read


Adopt a Cat? Yes purrlease! Where to adopt a cat in Abbotsford and Mission
Adopting a cat is a great way to help these rescues, help the cats, and help ourselves.
Jun 15, 20242 min read


Archive: Cat Litter: What’s in the box? Yuck! 2023
There are so many innovations, alternatives, and improvements happening in the world of cat litter there is no need to settle...
Jun 9, 202410 min read


Archive: Dealing with Pet Loss, Grief, and Change 2023
Some people do not understand how profound pet loss can be and may say things to minimize our loss or even belittle our feelings.
Jun 9, 20244 min read


Ways to be a Responsible Pet Parent
May is Responsible Animal Guardian Month and National Pet Month. So I thought it would be a good idea to share some ways to give our pets...
May 29, 202412 min read


Hot Weather Tips and Signs of Heat Stroke in Pets
When it is hot outside temperatures can quickly get intolerable inside your vehicle. To keep your pet safe it is best to leave them at...
May 15, 20242 min read

Serving Abbotsford
and Mission since 2011
We offer 'drop in' cat sitting, creature sitting, dog sitting, and private on-leash dog walking in Abbotsford and Mission, BC.
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