Launching our new longer pet visits for Pet Parents in Abbotsford and Mission After some ruminating and internal debate, I have decided to jump in paws first and launch longer pet visits for our clients. This is something that has been on my mind for a while and it is time. This will give our clients more options to better meet their pets' needs, cater to pets who need more time, and most importantly, make pets even happier than before. Our new longer "Power Sniffari Walk" fo

We talk about why Jennifer joined Canadian Pet Care Professionals, chickens, calming music and "bird TV" for anxious pets, why leisurely sniffaris are awesome, mental enrichment, providing choice, detailed feeding instructions, and the endless hunt for a dustpan.

We will share 9 pet emergencies pet parents may face between Victoria Day and Labour Day. Heat stroke, toxic and foreign body ingestion, burns, stings or bites, drowning, bloat, hit by a car, and lost pets.

There are places where you can bring your dog in Abbotsford and Mission throughout the summer. I have compiled a list of some local places that allow dogs to attend, stay on their patios, and even a few dog-specific events.

Summer is supposed to be the most fun part of the year. People go on vacation, kids are finished with school. Camping and and RVing is a huge pastime here in BC. The beach. BBQs. Patios. Ice cream. The reality for pets is hotter, louder, and more unpredictable than any other stretch of the year. The veterinary emergency room sees its highest volume of visits from June through August. We will share 2 common situations every pet parent will face between Victoria Day and Labor

Are you asking pet professionals these questions? Are you sharing important information with them? A way to help the pet professionals caring for your pets is to let them know what YOU have observed, concerns you have, or what you know your pet likes and dislikes. Here is a list of important information and questions you can bring to every professional who cares for your pet.

Love Means Keeping Them Safe: Simple Habits That Prevent Lost Pets; check tags, verify your microchip registration, walk your fence line, or add a pet gate by the front door. Each small action is a concrete way of saying, “I love you enough to think ahead.”

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.

Holiday Gift Ideas: Some Cool Toys Your Dog Might Like and Locally Made Treats

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.

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.

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.

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 looking for who to reach out to about your lost pet? Check out our resource page here. What we will cover in the post and quick links to get to the section you need: Signs a pet may need help, is lost, or abandoned off-leash dogs cats bunnies birds reptiles What to do when you spot a lost pet, or if you are able to rescue a lost pet Sightings Fo

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

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!

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

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.

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...

First published February 28, 2023 My own Moxie went through a terrifying illness so I wanted to share our experience to help you...

We often get inquiries about "house sitting" or staying overnight with the pets which is something we do not do. This post will explain...