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In our business, everyday is filled with LOVE!
Abbey's Pet and House Sitting™
Midday Mutts™ Professional Dog Walking Service
and
Whisker Washers™ Mobile Pet Grooming
provide multiple service options for your CONVENIENCE.
In addition to over 13 years of providing pet and house sitting services for business and leisure travelers through Abbey's, four year-old spin-off Midday Mutts™ offers workday service designed to help with latchkey pet needs of any kind, and Whisker Washers™ provides the convenience of pet grooming at your doorstep.
All our services are designed to be arranged with the ease of a phone call, because...
WE BRING PROFESSIONAL PET CARE TO YOU! |
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Is loving your pet with treats making them obese?
It is estimated that 40% of dogs and cats are obese in the U.S. Unfortunately, the unhealthy effects of obesity are similar for people and pets. Excess weight can lead to an increased risk for diseases like diabetes; complicate problems like arthritis; and is linked to certain types of cancer - not to mention causing your pet discomfort.
Why are so many pets spoiled into obesity? Many people barely have enough time for themselves, let alone their pets. This means quality time with pets can be infrequent. With little time to show your pet how much you love them, special treats become a means of compensation and pampering.
There are healthier ways to spoil you pet and show your love without helping them pack on the pounds.
Here are some suggestions:
Make them work for it. Interactive toys keep pets busy while rewarding them with small treats throughout the play activity. For already obese pets, using pieces of their regular dog food as treats is helpful.
Forget the treats and get moving. Increasing play time with your pet can greatly increase calories burned in a day. Spoiling your pet doesn't have to involve food. Playing ball, going for a walk or run or visiting a dog park are fun and healthful ways to interact with your pet.
Brush them. Most pets love to be brushed. It makes them feel better to get all that loose hair off and lets them know they're loved!
Choose healthier treats. Fresh baby carrots are a great, low-calorie alternative to fatty biscuits and permit the frequent treat-giving that many dogs have become accustomed to. (Also, try out our low cal treat recipes!)
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When you can't be there, contact
Midday Mutts™ at 817.735.1486 to schedule some midday exercise/playtime for your favorite furball!
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I Love You
like a day at the Spa.
Especially, when the Spa comes to you!
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We LOVE the opportunity to see it through your eyes!
Our GOAL is to provide clients with first-rate, professional and dependable service conducted with honesty and integrity each and every time.
If we ever fail to meet your expectations, please let us know. We value your input and appreciate the opportunity to improve.
~Kelly and Mary Claire Sullivan
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Never-Say-Diet Cheese Treats
(low-cal for dogs)
1/2 cup shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese
1/2 cup green beans, cooked and mashed
3 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup beef broth
1/4 cup skim milk
1 tbls margarine
Preheat oven to 350 F. Mix shredded cheddar cheese with flour. Add skim milk, margarine and beef broth. Knead dough until firm and roll to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into tempting shapes and place on an ungreased cookie sheet.
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Makes 30 cookies. |
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Turkey Treats
(low-cal for cats)
1/2 pd lean ground turkey
1 egg
2 tbls chicken broth or water
1/2 cup cornmeal
1 cup oatmeal
1 tbls margarine
Preheat oven to 350 F. Mix all ingredients. Roll into little balls and place on ungreased cookie sheet.
Bake for 40 minutes or until inside is not pink. Makes 36 treats. |
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MEET YOUR STAFF
A monthly column featuring our GREAT team members
Meet Sharon, another one of Abbey's fantastic pet care providers. A Fort Worth native who now lives in Arlington, Sharon has spent much of her life providing loving care to humans as well pets. Sharon felt an early calling to serve others as a nurse. After contemplating serving as a medical missionary in Africa, Sharon determined that her mission was actually right here in Fort Worth. In 2007, Sharon retired from nursing after 40 years with John Peter Smith Hospital.
In her spare time, Sharon enjoys music and the performing arts. She is a member of the resident chorus for the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, loves local theatre and volunteers at Bass Hall with the Children's Education Program and serving as an usher.
Sharon has always loved animals, especially dogs and cats, and finds her own pets to be great companions. A caretaker by nature, Sharon very much enjoys caring for your pets as though they were her own. |
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Professional pet sitting service is guaranteed 365 days/year for established clients.
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