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Dallas Metroplex
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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It’s Professional Pet Sitters Week!
March 6 – 12 is Professional Pet Sitters Week! It’s not hard to imagine, but at VIP Pets – we are big fans of pet sitters and are fortunate to have a group of rock stars on our team. We can’t thank them enough for all the wonderful work they do...
Canines in Danger: Military Working Dogs and Police K9s
By: Cate Burnette K9 Veterans Day is March 13 Dogs have been working animals much longer than they have been family pets. As far back as the Holy Roman Empire, dogs were trained to guard and protect their families and the lives of the soldiers who owned...
Three Pet Sitting FAQ’s
Pet sitting is a great option for taking excellent care of your pets whether you’re away at work all day, off on a weekend adventure, or even away on an extended trip. Here are the answers to a few of the questions we get most often. 1. Why is it important to...
3 Ways a Pet Sitting Company is Different Than an Individual Pet Sitter
We’ve all been there – you are leaving town but can’t take your beloved pet along. Or you have a really long day at the office and need someone to take care of your pet. So what do you do? Look online for a pet sitter who you don’t know? Or find a reputable...
Vegan Diets – Good For Dogs, Detrimental To Cats
By: Cate Burnette As more and more pet parents turn to a vegan diet for health or ethical reasons, the foods of their furry, 4-legged companions come under scrutiny looking for the best ways to keep our cats and dogs healthy and happy. Vegan diets – a...
4 Ways to Show your Pet Some Love
February 20th is National Love Your Pet Day! Since our furry friends provide us with many emotional and health benefits all year round, why not take this day to celebrate and honor our furry friends? Here are a few ideas we cam up with to celebrate Love Your Pet...