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Practical pet-owner articles from a working Texas pet sitter — no fluff, no filler.
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Hot Pavement Paw Safety: The 7-Second Rule Every Texas Owner Should Know
A working Texas pet sitter’s guide to summer paw pad protection — pavement temps, symptoms, and the 7-second test.
May 22, 2025 • 5 min
ReadNutrition
How Much Should I Feed My Dog? The Real Formula Pet Sitters Use
The exact math (RER + MER) I use as a working pet sitter to portion food — with printable schedules and food label tips.
May 8, 2025 • 7 min
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Pet Emergency Kit Essentials: What Actually Goes in a 72-Hour Go-Bag
The exact items I keep in my clients’ pet go-bags across Texas hurricane season — nothing fluffy, nothing missing.
April 14, 2025 • 6 min
ReadBudgeting
Is Pet Insurance Worth It? A Pet Sitter’s Honest Take
When pet insurance pays off, when it doesn’t, and how it compares to a self-funded emergency fund.
March 30, 2025 • 8 min
ReadSenior Care
Senior Dog Care Checklist: What Changes at 7+
From a working pet sitter’s notebook — the exact adjustments I make for senior dog clients.
February 18, 2025 • 6 min
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