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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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Pet First Aid Awareness and Pet CPR
Of course you always hope that you don’t have to deal with a pet emergency. But it’s best to know what to do if your pet needs first aid, just in case. That’s why the American Red Cross made April Pet First Aid Awareness Month. This post will...
Bunnies Were Sooo Last Easter. Adopt a Guinea Pig!
March was Adopt a Rescued Guinea Pig Month and before we put this cuddly topic to rest, a final reminder that you could probably find an AWESOME new friend at a shelter. Your local rescue might not have a huge variety to choose from, but it’s really hard to...
Pup’s Day Out in April: Fun Dog Friendly Events in Dallas
In Dallas, March definitely came in like a lion–hello, snow! But, it is going out like a lamb! With spring and nicer weather upon us, it’s time to for you and your pet to get out and have some fun! There are several dog friendly events in Dallas...
Springtime Yard Cleaning Is Important For Pets
Hey Snoopy! Remember Snoopy from the Peanuts gang? It’s a little known fact, but this famous pup was terrified of high weeds. He couldn’t stand sitting in a field of weeds that were taller than him. Your dog probably isn’t as phobic about weeds...
Saint Bernards to the Rescue at SXSW
The past two weeks in Austin have been all about South by Southwest, but this year’s festivities were a little different thanks to some new volunteers. As the annual event comes to a close, we had to share one of the most unique stories we heard. If...
Poisonous Plants Can Be Harmful to Pets
Your pet’s curious nature often gets him into trouble, causing him to explore weed thickets, storage containers, and open fields where he can come into contact with any number of substances, including toxic plants. Particularly as the weather warms and more and...