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K9 Companion Dog Training

Old dogs don't die; they can't. They've merely run up ahead; they're waiting for us just out of sight. Close your eyes late at night and you may smell his musky odor, or perhaps hear his snuffle from the next room. Pay attention and you may feel his nose on your hand or the back of your calf. When your final day comes, you can go on to meet him; he's never left you and never will, and when you close your eyes for the last time, you'll open them again to be met with his Bright eyes and wagging tail.

Old dogs don't die, at least, not those dogs who take the biggest chunks of our hearts with them when they leave us. Those dogs are inextricably part of our souls, and they go with us wherever we are. Though we may not see them, we know they're there because our heart is still beating; we still breathe, and those of us who have been truly touched by a good dog know our lives really started the day we met them.

Magnificent dogs don't die. They shepherd our dreams and only allow the good ones through the gates of our consciousness. They watch over us much as they did in life, and that moment when we step just barely outside of death or disaster, it's because they moved our feet or they stopped short in front of us as they did in life.

You see, a good dog is something only given to a few people. They are a gift from the universe and, though they're with us only a short time, they never really leave us. They are loyalty and love perfected, and once we are graced with that sort of love we can never lose it. We merely lose sight of it for a time, and that is our fault; for how can love like that ever go away?

It can't. It can't, and it never will. For these brave souls trade their hearts for ours, and they beat together beyond sickness, beyond death. They are ours, and we are theirs, for every sunrise and every sunset, until the sun blazes its last and we once again join the stars.

By Leigh Hester,
K9 Companion Dog Training
Port Jervis, NY

Photo credit: Pete Thorne

08/02/2018

Marketing Tip: Use the back of your business card to include client testimonials, number of pets "served,” or your business logo or slogan. Be sure to include your Facebook or Twitter info as well.

07/26/2018

Pet sitters love to hear as many details as possible about the care your pets need while you are away. Before you leave, talk with your pet sitter about your pets care plus special needs and follow-up with written instructions.

07/24/2018

Leave plenty of contact information for your pet sitter. Provide your sitter with your detailed itinerary, including your cell number and hotel contact information. Also, provide at least one contact for your sitter - a friend, relative, or neighbor. And, of course, leave a number for your vet.

07/05/2018

Pet sitters who understand our pet-pampered culture are uniquely positioned to rise to the top of the pack. Professional pet sitters that offer customized and flexible pet care plans and indulge pet owner's idiosyncratic requests will gain a competitive edge.

07/03/2018

Apparently, the Labrador Retriever is the most popular dog in the US and Canada. You can rest assured that we love each and every dog that comes through our doors equally.

06/28/2018

June is National Pet Preparedness Month and if the recent spate of hurricanes has taught us anything, it's that it's never too early to prepare! Review your family’s emergency plans and make sure you’ve incorporated a plan for your precious pet.

06/26/2018

While all dogs might enjoy a pet day care, the following might especially benefit: high-energy, social pets like Labs and Golden Retrievers, puppies and young dogs who require a lot of attention, dogs who get bored or anxious when left alone, and older or overweight dogs who need to special activities.

06/21/2018

According to Pet Sitters International (PSI), pet sitters are predominantly women, aged 41 to 60, Caucasian, married and a homeowner. They commonly own multiple pets, mostly dogs and cats.

06/19/2018

There are a lot of things to worry about when your family is taking a big vacation. Don’t run the risk of leaving your pet at home. When you go on your next trip, bring your pets on over.

06/19/2018

A common worry of pet owners is that their pet will become ill while they're away and won't receive treatment in time. Pet sitters are also animal lovers who will recognize the signs of a sick pet.

06/14/2018

If you have a long workday, you may find that your dog is desperate for a walk by the time you get home. Help your pet and yourself by scheduling a mid-day walk to break up the long, monotonous day.

06/12/2018

A dog cannot always go with you. Sadly, there are too many reasons against it to assume that they can. A good kennel, then, can be a necessity. The best are clean and safe and boast a loving staff who will be taking care of your pup.

06/12/2018

If your pet becomes ill or needs medical attention in any way while you are on vacation, having a professional, experienced pet sitter on the job will provide peace of mind in knowing that they can deal with these kinds of situations.

06/07/2018

Although many lives were lost when the Titanic went down, three dogs survived. All were owned by passengers in first-class cabins, and all were small breed dogs. One was a pekingese, and the other two fortunate pooches were pomeranians.

06/07/2018

Is your dog or cat on a special diet or taking medications? That can be difficult to handle when you are out of town, but pet sitters are experienced with giving pets medications, as well as providing walks and play time.

06/05/2018

We understand that leaving your pet with a stranger can be nerve-wracking. You need to be comfortable with the people taking care of your pets. Ask all the questions you need to know that your pet will be taken care of while you're gone.

06/05/2018

Do you worry about how your pet is treated when you board him or her? Are you concerned that your pet isn't receiving enough attention because of all the other pets? Pet sitters provide one-on-one care for your pet, helping you relax while you're away.

05/31/2018

When you are traveling, taking care of your canine pal can be too difficult. He or she may not enjoy travel. For whatever reason, he or she may not be welcome. When any of that happens, a great kennel can offer you and your pet considerable peace of mind.

05/29/2018

According to Pet Sitters International (PSI), the typical pet sitting clients are married couples between 36 and 50 years of age. Single females use pet sitters at more than twice the rate of single males.

05/24/2018

In 1997, Pet Sitters International (PSI) successfully campaigned to have “pet sitting” added to the Random House Dictionary. Accordingly, “pet sitting” is defined as “the act of caring for a pet in its own home while the owner is away.”

05/22/2018

If you plan on boarding your cat for the first time, don't be surprised if your feline friend acts reserved during and after his stay. Because cats are solitary, they tend to act somewhat withdrawn after being removed from familiar surroundings.

05/22/2018

Let us know if your pet is on medications and what the schedule for those medications are so we can work with your to schedule your pet visits accordingly. We want to work with you to keep your pet happy and healthy.

05/15/2018

The night before you drop off your pet for boarding, you may want to pack and gather all of his or her belongings in preparation for the drive over. The more planning and less stress ahead of the drop-off, the better the experience will be for you and your pet.

05/15/2018

How to help your pet adjust while you are away? Make sure your pet has plenty of activities and entertainment to prevent boredom, and try leaving a well worn shirt or blanket with your smell on it so your pet can still feel close to you.