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Pet-Friendly Weekend Getaways from Dallas
A weekend away with your dog sounds simple until you check the map. From Dallas, Waco is about an hour and a half by car. Fredericksburg is about four and a half hours and San Antonio about five, so they work best as a long weekend rather than a quick escape. This...
Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Plano, TX
DINING OUT WITH YOUR DOG IN PLANO Dogs are welcome on the patios of many Plano restaurants, which makes a meal out an easy way to include your dog. Trusted since 2001, VIP Pet Services provides in-home pet sitting and dog walking across the Dallas Metroplex, and we...
Austin Metro
Austin Pet Guide
Dog parks, dog-friendly patios and campgrounds in Greater Austin, plus official City resources.
Practical guides for every pet parent
Summer Travel with Your Pet
Bringing your pets on summer trips can be great, but you need to plan ahead and know the rules. Different places have different requirements for pets, including vaccinations, health certificates, and travel arrangements. To make traveling easier for your pet, get...
Keeping Your Indoor Cat Happy When You’re Away
Planning a getaway this summer? While you’re enjoying your vacation, it’s important to ensure your indoor cat remains happy and stress-free at home. Cats are creatures of habit, and changes in their environment or routine can cause anxiety. Here are...
Three Reasons to Meet with Your Pet Sitter in Advance
One essential step in planning to be away from your pets is meeting with your pet sitter before you finalize your plans. At VIP Pet Services, we understand that your pet is more than just an animal – they are a cherished member of your family. That’s why when...
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If you own a dog, then nothing will make you happier than coming home to a happy, healthy pet with its tail wagging. While their diet and what they are consuming plays a huge role in their mood, it is also due to other factors. For example whether or not you...
First Time Cat Owner? Here’s Everything You Need To Know
Are you a first time cat owner? If so, congrats! Having these little rascals around us and in our everyday lives truly is a treat and something worth living for. Cats are sweet, affectionate animals that really don’t require much maintenance. But are you truly...
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Is Your Cat Hissing? Here’s What It Could Mean
Have you heard your cat hissing more frequently? If so, then it could be that they are trying to communicate with you to tell you something. Cats can’t speak. We all know that and because of the fact, they still find ways to communicate with us or those who happen...
Traveling With Pets? These Are The Best Pet Carriers
If you’re planning to travel with your dog or cat, the carrier you choose does more than hold your pet — it’s what keeps them secure, comfortable, and (if you’re flying) compliant with your airline’s pet policy. A carrier that’s...
Can Dogs Eat Bananas?
Bananas are a tasty, nutritious treat for us humans. But can dogs eat bananas? We think that you’d be surprised at just how many different fruits that dogs can eat. Normally, we look at dogs as carnivores and this is completely understandable because of their...