Lani O’Dell- Pet/ House / Farm Sitter

01/07/2025

❄️ WINTER WEATHER PRECAUTIONS ❄️

For anyone who may not be aware, we are currently under a severe winter weather advisory. With inches of snow and below freezing temperatures expected, what does that mean for your pets?

Listed below are safety tips, just remember to keep you and your pets safe through the winter.

01/05/2025

Chester doesn’t mind the snow at all!

12/19/2024

Nobody sleeps when Hobbs is around 😂

12/17/2024

"Please think twice before buying these treats, and if your dog receives one as a gift, it’s best to throw it away. Rawhide chews may seem like a fun treat, but they can pose serious risks to your dog’s health.

Unfortunately, many of these so-called “treats” often lead to emergency vet visits, especially around the holidays. Most rawhide products are made from cattle or horse hides, and the process to make them involves harmful chemicals. First, the hides are soaked in toxic sodium sulfide to remove hair and fat. Then, they’re treated with additional chemicals to split the hides into layers, followed by hydrogen peroxide to make them look white and fresh while masking any rancid smell. After that, festive colors and glue are added to shape them into cute designs. Tests have even found traces of arsenic, mercury, chromium, and formaldehyde in these chews.

On top of the chemical concerns, rawhide is a major choking hazard and can cause serious intestinal blockages. When wet, the chews become slippery, making it difficult to grab if your dog starts choking. These risks are sadly more common than many people realize.

For your dog’s safety, it’s best to avoid rawhide entirely. Instead, try healthier, natural options like bully sticks, yak chews, or beef cheek rolls. For dogs that love to chew, durable toys made from rubber or nylon are great alternatives. And while these options are safer, no chew is completely risk-free, so always supervise your dog while they enjoy their treats.

Keeping our pets happy and safe is what matters most. A little extra care can go a long way in protecting their health."

12/17/2024

When you find out that Kevin McCallister is a cat person

12/14/2024

Want to stay with us but can’t bear to leave your furry friend behind? You’re in luck! 🐾 The Elms Hotel & Spa is proud to be a pet-friendly hotel, so be sure to bring your four-legged companion along for the adventure!
📸 Photo creds to deanahclark

12/13/2024

🫶🏻❤️

Taylor Swift With The Famous Children’s Mercy Dog Jellybean (Also A Chiefs Fan💛) Today At Children’s Mercy Hospital In Kansas City: Jellybean was born Dec. 10, 2020, and she began working at Children's Mercy in October 2022. Jellybean and her handler are consult based and work all over the Adele Hall campus. Jellybean brings lots of smiles, comfort, and distraction to the patients and families she sees.

12/05/2024

12/04/2024

Mark your calendars!!

11/29/2024

They love when I watch them and root them on. They don’t eat unless I do❤️

11/29/2024

Look at them smiles 🥰🥰

11/28/2024

Happy thanksgiving!!

11/28/2024

Another one!
Can be printed off and hung on fridge

11/28/2024

Mark your calendars!!

Need something to warm ya up this weekend? Come visit the kitties and find a new snuggle buddy to keep you warm this winter!

Remember we are offering 50% off our adult adoptions this weekend!

Event link for details:
https://www.facebook.com/share/19Zqi9XpW7/?mibextid=9l3rBW

11/28/2024

Long timers needing a forever home for the holidays !

11/28/2024

Mark your calendars!