- THE YOUR PET STAFF FAMILY OF BRANDS -
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runs the entire month of October at Whisker Washers™ to promote and support National Breast Cancer Awareness month.
Throughout the month, Whisker Washers™ groomers will be collecting $10 donations (to be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Greater Fort Worth) in exchange for a Pink Pawdicure or Toothbrushing. Plus, this month, all freshly groomed dogs will receive a spiffy pink bandanna!
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No Tricks...but LOTS of Treats!
Your Pet Staff™
and our family of brands:
Abbey's Pet and House Sitting™
Midday Mutts™ Professional Dog Walking Service
Whisker Washers™ Mobile Pet Grooming
provide multiple service options for your CONVENIENCE.
In addition to over 14 years of providing pet and house sitting services for business and leisure travelers through Abbey's, 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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HOWLOWEEN SAFETY FOR PETS
Halloween is a lot of fun for people but not so much fun for our pets. Take a look at Halloween from an animals point of view. - Loud noises - Halloween is full of loud noises. Children laughing and screaming can be scary to dogs and cats. It is better to let your dog out to go potty early in the evening so as not to subject your pet to the strange noises. Make sure cats are indoors and safe. We also recommend leaving the family dog at home if you go out trick or treating. Even the nicest dog can snap at strangers if scared or provoked, and in this day and age that could equal a lawsuit. Protect everybody's safety by leaving pets at home.
- Strange people in costumes - Children and adults have a good time dressing up during Halloween, but to a dog they may not look like people at all. Many dogs may react with fear or aggression if approached by a child or an adult in costume. One more reason to leave the family dog at home and indoors on Halloween night.
- Pet costumes - Pets in costume should be monitored at all times. Watch for tight fitting elastic and make sure your dog does not ingest anything that could become an intestinal obstruction. To further clarify, anything can become an intestinal obstruction and an intestinal obstruction equals very expensive surgery in order to save the life of the dog.
- Mischief makers - We all know that hoodlums come in all shapes and sizes, some will tease our pets and some will try to hurt them. Animal abuse happens everyday but humans are out playing tricks in full force on Halloween night, so be aware.
- Candy - It's not good for people and definitely not good for pets. Keep candy in a safe place so that dogs and cats can't reach it. Dark chocolate can be especially harmful to pets.
- Candy wrappers - Wrappers, if swallowed, can be almost as harmful as the candy. If too many wrappers are swallowed the animal may suffer with an intestinal obstruction.
- Lit candles and pumpkins - Animals, especially cats, are naturally curious. Lit candles left burning in pumpkins or decorative holders can be easily knocked over or the animal may burn its paw or tail on the flame. Animals should be watched around candles during Halloween and anytime of the year.
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Visit the All-New
Boo at the Zoo
for spooktacular family fun!
The offical grooming sponsor of Zeke,
the Fort Worth Zoo's Anatolian Shepherd.
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Help us stay
on top of things!
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, owners
Your Pet Staff
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- DON'T FORGET HOLIDAY RESERVATIONS -
It may se em a bit early to start thinking about your HOLIDAY TRAVEL SCHEDULE, but for ABBEY'S, it's a very busy time of the year. Please remember to schedule your holiday pet sitting service for November and December as soon as possible. 817.735.1486
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Keeping Families and Pets Together
DONATE ~ VOLUNTEER ~ SPONSOR
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Barktoberfest 2010
Saturday, October 9th
at
Fort Woof Dog Park
Bring your DOG!
(benefitting the American Cancer Society)
The
Fort Woof mayoral candidate who raises the most cash wins! |
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Excerpt from
"A Cat's Rules For LIFE"
Harmonics: The best time to practice expanding one's vocal range and power, is between 1 o'clock and 3 o'clock in the morning. When performing for your human, wait until they are rested (eyes shut, possibly slight snoring..), stand beside their right shoulder then go for it!
Ownership: When DOG is relaxing with YOUR human, lure the dog away with your supreme cleverness (tail-wagging in the dog's face, that is, or loud meows, etc) until the dog gets down to chase you. Then, quickly jump up beside YOUR human, taking the place of the dumb dog.
Water Bowl: Never simply drink from a standing water bowl. First place your paw in the bowl and drag in it short bursts through-out the kitchen. This will effectively spill the most of the water onto the kitchen floor. You and your human can enjoy this time together, as you drink what little remains in the bowl and your human joins you on the floor...wiping up the puddles you've created.
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Is your pet's coat looking a little
SPOOKY ?
Our 11-point spa bath is just the TRICK!
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MEET YOUR STAFF
A monthly column featuring our GREAT team members
Adrienne
(Abbey's pet care provider) Not only is Adrienne a 2nd degree black belt in Taekwondo, she also has a degree in Graphic Communications. A freelance photographer as well, Adrienne enjoys taking photos of pets and families and has even taken wedding photographs.
Originally from Kentucky, Adrienne has lived in Texas ever since grade school. She's been married to her husband Timothy for seven years and they have two children, Alexis, age 6 and Travis, age 3.
Adrienne's non-human family currently includes two miniature pinschers, Rex and Rusty, two cats, Tuxedo and Peanut, a bunny rabbit named Harry and several fish. With lots of pet care experience under her belt, Adrienne makes a great addition to the Abbey's professional pet care team.
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Looking for a playdate? So are we.At Midday Mutts™...
all our dates are dogs!
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GO FROGS!
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Referrals ALWAYS Pay
For each new client you refer, who books Pet Sitting service*, Midday service or Grooming service, we'll give you$15.00 towards your next pet care service.
(*Must book 5 or more visits. Cannot be combined with any other offer.) |
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Abbey's Pet & House Sitting / Midday Mutts 817.735.1486
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