The best Pet Care around...
No Joke!
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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Don't get TICKED off this Summer!
Keeping ticks under control
Perhaps the hardiest of the external parasites is the tick, which, despite its
small size, can transmit big diseases, including Lyme and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Daily examination and tick removal are essential if your
pet spends anytime outdoors, investigating shrubs or plantings. Ticks are most
likely to be found in the neck area, between the toes, in the ears, and in the
folds between the legs and the body. Just imagine a two equal parts of a
dog - front and rear. Ticks will usually gather on the half where the head and
front legs are.You should look for ticks by gently moving the entire palm of
your hand through the dog's hair. If you come across a tick, you'll feel a
small lump. This way you can find even a tick that has not yet atached itself
to the host
How to remove an attached tick - Use tweezers to grasp the tick at the surface of the skin. If
tweezers are not available, use a tissue or paper towel to protect your
fingers. Remember, exposure to the tick's body fluids may lead to
infection.
- With a steady motion, pull the tick straight out. Do not twist or
jerk the tick as this may cause the mouthparts to remain in the skin.
- After removing the tick, disinfect the bite site and wash hands
with soap and water.
The good news is that modern pest control products
are safe and effective, and, when used properly, can help. Check with your veterinarian
on what's best for your pet.
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Look what the cat dragged in!
Felines are natural born predators. In the wild, all felines hunt. Silent paws, sharp teeth, excellent night vision and incredible physical
abilities are all perfectly suited for the cat's natural role as a solitary
nocturnal hunter. The predatory behavior of cats is a characteristic that all
cats are born with. Hunting is a very normal, very natural behavior for cats.
In fact, the cat's
domestication in ancient Egypt
had a lot to do with its hunting skills. The Egyptians brought cats into their
towns and villages to achieve effective rodent control. The cats' success as
hunters brought them appreciation, admiration and even the status of gods.
Hunting skills also helped cats spread around the world aboard ships that
carried them as valuable mousers. Even today, barn cats all over the world are
still prized for that ability.
It's instinctual. Even cats who are well-fed will hunt and indoor cats will play hunt. Owners of outdoor cats have
no doubt been surprised by a dead mouse or other prey at their doorstep. While
it may be a bit unappealing, your cat is presenting you with her kill and wants
you to congratulate her! Since the
hunting instinct is so deeply ingrained in your cat, there is very little point
in punishing her or attempting to eliminate this behavior.
If your cat is an outdoor hunter, you can put a bell on her collar which
serves to warn potential victims of your cat's approach. She'll still be able to enjoy the hunt, she may just be less
successful. Also be sure that your cat is regularly checked for worms and
treated as necessary.
Finally, when cats live in environments where
there are no birds or rodents to chase and kill, they tend to express their
hunting instincts by chasing imaginary prey. You might see your cat running
around the house, hanging on to your drapes and curtains, or even imagining people
as their prey. There are a wide variety of toys for your cat to play with to
keep this behavior from becoming a problem at home. These toys are meant to
fuel your cat's natural hunting instinct by mimicking moving prey. They will
keep your cat busy chasing, and will save your home and your furniture from
becoming your cat's imaginary preys.
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Humane Society of North Texas
WISH LIST:
Bleach, laundry soap & dish soap
Paper towels & cleaning supplies
Puppy & kitty food (dry & canned)
Dog & cat food (dry & canned)
Kitty Litter
Linens, blankets and rugs (all kinds)
Commode seat covers (for cat beds)
Washable cat & dog toys
Latex exam gloves (non-sterile)
Stainless steel food & water bowls
Microscopes - new/gently used (10x zoom)
New, top loading electric washers & dryers
Spay/Neuter Surgery Dept:
Surgical lights-pedestal type
Latex sterile sugical gloves - size 6.5
Office Supplies:
Multi-purpose white copy paper (8.5x11)
General office supplies: sticky notes, staples, scissors, ink pens & pencils, etc.
Flat screen monitors
Laser printers (XP compatible)
Computers, Pentium 4 (XP compatible)
Keyboards and Mouse devices
Humane Investigations Department:
Photo printer paper
Printer cartridges (HP Photosmart C7180 and Laser Jet 1505)
Equine Program:
10%, 12% and 14% horse feed
Equine Senior
Rolled oats
Alfalfa cubes
Hay - Coastal square bales
Halters & lead ropes
Buckets
Grooming & hoof care supplies
Fencing supplies
Corral / cattle panels
Gift cards always welcome:
Marshall Grain, PetSmart, Target, Walmart, Office Depot, Home Depot, Lowes, Tractor Supply and gas cards.
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Contact Beverly Dickerson in Donor Services 817-332-4768 (ext.101) with inquiries about donations or items on the list.
Contact Sandy Gambort 817-332-4768 (ext. 121) for inquiries about the Equine Program needs.
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MEET YOUR STAFF
A monthly column featuring our GREAT team members
Connie
(one of our awesome groomers)
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I've had quite a variety of jobs including Human Services, Bank Manager
at Nations Bank, and Co-Owner of Iva's Flower Shop in Arlington.
Grooming is by far my favorite vocation and I really couldn't imagine
doing anything else!!!
Over the past 10 years I've primarily lived in the country. My heart ached for all the stray dogs and cats I saw around the area and ended up finding myself foster mom to many
hungry, abused and/or neglected animals. Over time I have found homes
for 10 dogs and 2 cats, not including my boys, Bill & Ted, (whom I
found it impossible to say goodbye to).
I volunteered for a time with
"A Different Breed" animal rescue out of Dallas, and continue to
volunteer with the Cleburne Animal Shelter in Johnson County. Along with the usual cleaning, I love the
opportunity to groom & bathe the dogs at the shelter. I'm told by
the staff that the dogs consistantly find homes quicker after a good
bath!!! The shelter holds a low cost spay and neuter clinic once a month and I make a point to be available especially during that
weekend. I find it both rewarding and educational to be able to
participate.
I make every effort to refine my grooming skills and someday would love
to be able to participate in competition grooming. I hear many people
who dislike what they do for a living, looking forward only to payday
and weekends. I feel very blessed to have found a vocation that I
absolutely love, at a company that I respect. I look forward to every day as a groomer, payday or not! |
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We've got our ears on.
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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