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Relaxed and playful Maltese puppy. Photo taken by author, Alex Miller. 2026. Share Our dogs are constantly communicating with us – in their eyes, bark, stance, and overall body language. When we do not take the time to properly read and…
I have never been good at doing things halfway. So when I joined Rover as a part-time gig in the spring of 2025, purely for extra cash while working remotely and re-establishing my life, I probably should have seen what was coming. However, I…
That dreaded question asked from the time we can speak… “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Cue all reactions with sick-face and nauseous emojis. Subscribe now The list of who I almost became I felt like my answers were never good enough…
The worst part about living with animals is their too-short lifespans. When we adopt them, we promise to provide them with the best life possible – and in that first moment, forever feels like a promise we can actually keep. As life goes on, you…
While I do in fact have the best job ever, it would be naive not to acknowledge the difficult days that I, as well as any professional pet caregiver, face. Here are the ones I hear about most – from my own clients, and from every other petsitter…
So, you want to get a pet... Congratulations! Now what? Photo taken by Alex Miller Shelters are often overrun with rescued pets in desperate need of new homes. Your odds of finding your soul-pet are reassuring, yet the volume of opportunity is…
Won’t they miss me? Yes! However, animals do not retain memories in the same sentiment as humans. They remember a feeling rather than a moment, so the way we leave our pets can truly set the tone for how we each experience time apart. 1. Try a…
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