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6 Easter Safety Tips for Pets

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6 Easter Safety Tips for Pets

Easter is a fun time for humans of all ages and for pets! Keep these 6 Easter safety tips for pets in mind to make sure your pets are safe this Easter.

Keep lilies plants away from pets.


Lilies are known to be toxic to pets, especially cats. Even getting a little pollen on their fur required immediate medical attention. It’s best to not bring lilies into your home to avoid any accidental contact.

 

 

 

No chocolate for pets.


Chocolate is a tasty treat for humans but it is not good for pets. Keep all chocolate out of your pets reach and do not let them out in the yard until you have picked up any leftover eggs.

 

 

 

 

Pick up any leftover eggs from an egg hunt.


Small plastic eggs can be a choking hazard as well as their contents. Before you let your pet outside do a double check of your yard to make sure there were no missed eggs.

 

 

 

 

Keep trash cans secure.


Pets can be mischievous. Make sure your trash cans are secure so they don’t get into something they shouldn’t. Broken plastic eggs, basket filler, and discarded candy can all be dangerous for your pets to ingest.

 

 

 

 

Keep pets in a separate room.


Sometimes the best thing to do is keep your pets locked in their own room, away from the noise and tempting treats. Cats especially may prefer a quiet space to hide.

 

 

 

 

Dressing up your pets? Read their body language.


Some pets like being dressed up while others don’t. Watch your pets body language when attempting to put a festive costume on them. If you are dying your pets fur make sure to use a pet safe dye. Contact your local groomer for recommendations.

We hope you have a safe and fun Easter with your pets! Did we miss anything? Let us know in the comments below.

Is Easter Egg Dye Bad For My Dog?

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Easter will be here in just a few short weeks. The stores are full of pastel candy, bunnies and Easter eggs. And if you’re dyeing eggs this year, you may be wondering if the dye is bad for your dog.  The simple answer is no, common Easter Egg dye is not bad for your dog. In fact, most dyes used for Easter eggs are non toxic.

That means, if your dog gets a hold of a rogue Easter egg one day, he should be just fine, as long as it has been cooked.  Raw eggs may contain salmonella and even though there aren’t many documented health scares connected to raw eggs, it’s always a good idea to play it safe.

 

Safe Dyes To Look For:

Dyeing kits such as PAAS are commonly found at the store and are non toxic.  However, if you are still feeling uneasy about using a store bought kit, you can use regular food coloring instead. It is safe to ingest and will color the eggs. However, some feel that food coloring or all-natural dyes don’t have the same “pop” of color that the traditional kits have. But pastels are in for Easter, so if you’re not comfortable with the kit, definitely go for the food coloring. 

 

Easter Egg Dye Watch Out For:

Ukrainian Egg Dyes or Pysanky Kits are for elaborately decorated and non-edible eggs.  These eggs are dyed raw and painted with wax and powdered dyes. So, if you do decide to decorate your eggs in this style, make sure to keep them away from your pets.

 

 

Easter is a time to celebrate with the family. It’s not a time to worry if your dog gets into the Easter egg basket  (as long as there’s no chocolate in there).  Eating an egg with dye on it should be no problem. As long as there are no special dietary factors that come into play that is. Now, it may change the color of their poop or even give them some gas.  But overall they will be just fine.

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Easter Treats – Recipes For Your Pets

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Easter is almost here and soon we will be pawing through Easter baskets and sitting down to a nice meal with our loved ones. Don’t forget to include our four-legged family members in the festivities! Bake them some of their very own Easter Treats for them to enjoy.

Carrot Cake for Dogs

Photo: Tastemade

We found this recipe on Tastemade and it looks like a slice of doggy heaven.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup grated carrots (approx. 1 large carrot)

  • 1 large egg

  • ½ cup canned sardines, drained and shredded

  • ¼ cup sunflower seed oil

  • ¼ cup water

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour

  • cooking spray

  • 1 ½ cups cream cheese, room temperature

  • sliced carrot

Directions:

  1. Combine the grated carrot and egg in a bowl and beat until well combined. Add the sardines, sunflower seed oil and water and mix until combined. Add the flour and mix well.

  2. Spray two 4-inch round cake pans with cooking spray and divide the batter between them, smoothing the surface. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 350F for 35 minutes, until golden brown on top. Cool completely in the pans.

  3. Beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until pale and fluffy.

  4. Slice each cake in half to create a total of 4 layers. Place one layer on a serving tray of your choice and spread 2 tbsp of cream cheese over the surface. Repeat with the remaining layers. Cover the entire surface sparingly with cream cheese – they shouldn’t eat too much cream cheese, so just use enough to give the cake a white appearance. Place the remaining cream cheese in a piping bag fitted with a small star-shaped piping tip and pipe dollops of cream cheese onto the top of the cake.

  5. Place a heart-shaped carrot onto each dollop and serve!

 

 

Dog Bone Treats

Photo: All Recipes

This recipe came from Allrecipes and is great for all occasions. Use bone shaped, egg or bunny shaped, even heart-shaped cookie cutters to make this scrumptious treat for your dog! 

Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets. Stir together the flour and baking powder; set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix together the peanut butter and milk. Stir in the flour mixture until well blended. Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth. Roll out to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into shapes using cookie cutters. Place 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.
  3. Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly brown. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.

 

Kitty Delights

Image: Serendipity & Spice

We can’t forget our to mak feline friends Easter treats on this holiday, so we picked up this easy cat-friendly recipe from Serendipity & Spice.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup white cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 5oz can of tuna
  • 1/2 cup water

Directions:

  1. Mix all ingredients together until it forms a ball.
  2. Break off tiny pieces and roll into a small bite size ball and place on baking sheet.
  3. Flatten ball with a finger– just like you’re making thumbprint cookies.
  4. Bake at 350 degrees for 5 minutes.
  5. Flip and bake an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Let cool and have your kitties enjoy!

What are some of your favorite Easter Treats to make for your pets? We’d love to hear your recipes too! Let us know on Facebook or the comments below!

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5 Easter Presents for Your Cat

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Why should dogs and kids have all the fun?!  Your loving feline companion should enjoy a nice Easter basket too. Check out some more “pawesome” presents that your cat is sure to love.

 

 

 

A raised treat bowl is perfect to use as a base for a basket.  Once you have a bowl you like, start filling it up with treats and toys.

 

 

 

 

I don’t think any cat can resist the Bergan Whirly Pop Cat Toy.  It pops and rolls which stimulates your cat’s natural pouncing instincts.  The best part it is, no batteries or pieces to lose.

 

 

 

 

 

These cute little Mylar crinkle cat balls are a great addition to any kitty basket. Cats love to knock things around and the plastic bag sounds these make is even better.

 

 

 

 

 

Straight from the Easter Bunny himself, a cat nip carrot just for your kitty!

 

 

 

 

 

And of course, no basket is complete without some eggs! The Pet Safe Egg-Cerciser treat dispensing toy keeps them active by rewarding their play with yummy treats. Plus, you can adjust the holes to make it easier or harder for the treats for fall out.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Once you have the main fillings for your cat’s Easter basket make sure to pad it up with some of their favorite treats. A new bed, bowl, or even just a traditional basket works great for your pet to feel included in the holiday.  Just make sure to never use plastic grass as a filler because it can be harmful to your pets. Cats are especially drawn to it because, like tinsel at Christmas, it moves with the slightest breeze.  Also, if there are treats in there they could easily mistake for their food.  Use paper grass or even real grass which they can digest if they get curious and eat it.

 

HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!

Do You Charge Extra for Holidays?

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Q: Do you charge extra for holidays?

A: This question is easy! We do not charge extra for holidays. That is our gift to you!

Many companies charge extra for holidays. Some charge more just for the day while others charge more for the entire week. Truth be told, we used to charge extra. We found that it made us feel crummy so we did away with it. We know that the holidays can be a costly time, with buying presents and travel expenses. We do not want to make it worse by charging you extra for holidays.

What about your pet sitter?

Since we do not charge extra for the holidays, your sitter does not make more than they would on a normal day. Our wonderful sitters give up their time with family and friends to make sure your pets are getting the best care possible while you are gone. Should you be feeling generous, feel free to tip your sitters extra for working during the holidays!

As always, thank you for supporting your local small business during the holiday season!

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Events You Don’t Want to Miss in Fort Collins this Easter

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The weather is warmer and Easter is almost here. It’s time to plan your Easter events and egg hunts! Here’s a list of all the events in the Fort Collins area that you’ll want to put on your calendar this month. Some of these events are great for the whole family, but some are may not welcome pets. Please make sure to double-check with the event host before bringing Fido to the fun.

*** These were events from 2019. All events are closed in 2020 due to Coronavirus. Check back next year! ***

 

Sat|March 31st, from 10am-3pm at Gulley Greenhouse: Free

Join us for a fun filled day for the whole family at our annual FREE Easter Eggstravaganza! Presenting the Bunny for a Photo Op, Baby Bunnies to hold and pet, Scavenger Hunt, Guess the Jelly Beans, Face Painting for only a $1.00, Centerpiece raffle, and Egg Decorating. We will have an Ice Cream Truck too!

Daily|March 17-31, times vary by day at the Foothills Mall | Cost: Varies

Visit the Easter Bunny and get pictures taken with your kids! Prices vary based on size and number of photos.

Fri|March 30th, from 6:30pm-9pm at the Old Town Library | Cost: Free

Come with your friends to the library after hours and hunt for glow-in-the-dark eggs in Library Park! But, that’s not all! There will also be video gaming, anime watching, snacking, crafting, music making, karaoke, dancing, and more! Prize baskets will be awarded! This awesome event is for teens in grades 6-12. Don’t miss out on the fun – sign up today! (The hunt will be moved inside the library if there is snowy weather.)

Sat|March 31st, from 11am – 1:00 pm at City Park | Cost: Free

Hosted by the Antioch Community Church, this free event offers an Easter Egg Hunt, bounce houses, carnival games and more!

Sun|April 1st, 10am – 2pm starting at The Hop Grenade Taproom | Cost: Varies by meal

Easter Brunch the way you’ve always wanted! We’re opening early and serving breakfast burritos, breakfast pizzas, mimosas and beer-mosas. And an Easter Egg Hunt to satisfy kids and the kids in all of us!

Sun|April 1st, 10am – 9pm starting at Fort Fun | Cost: Varies by activity

Join us for a day full of fun! We will be offering an Eggs’tra special deal! $4.00 rounds of Mini-Golf all day! At 1pm and 5pm we will be celebrating Egg-splat, our version of an Easter Egg Hunt, there’s no yolk about it! Guessing Jars will scattered throughout Fort Fun!

So much fun all in one day! And don’t forget to schedule for Wet Noses Pet Sitting services if you’re going to be gone Easter weekend.

Have an event you’re looking forward to this April? Let us know on our social media!

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5 Easter Presents for Your Dog

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Spring is here!  … Okay, well almost, but it is so close.  We can feel the changing temps and see the buds start to bloom as we shake off the cold of winter.  Plus, Easter baskets are popping up everywhere, but did you know that kids aren’t the only ones who would love to get some extra goodies this spring? Our fur-children deserve a little something for Easter too. Check out these “pawesome” presents that you can get for you dog this Easter.  They are sure to love them!  

 

Edible Easter Card – This all natural card is more like a treat

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Easter Treat Basket  – Full of Fido friendly treats, 16 treats in 12 flavors

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Easter Egg Box of Dog Treats – 8 fantastic truffles and a tiny rabbit cake bite

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Happy Easter Tank Top – It’s still a little chilly around Easter, so keep them cozy with this cute little shirt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hide-an-Egg Squeaky Plush Toy – Keep your dog entertained with this awesome toy

 

 

 

 

 

Easter is definitely a wonderful time to enjoy the warmer temperatures with your loved ones.  We celebrate the things that are important to us and that includes our pets!  Make sure to pick you pet up some a little something special this Easter season so that they feel included.