V.I.People & Pets

03/20/2023

Making friends with crows

02/02/2023

01/01/2023

2023
Happy New Year!

10/31/2022

-Bathing A Dog Properly-

1. Clip your dog’s nails before bath time. Long nails make it harder for dogs to have a good grip in the bath. And put a towel down in the tub or shower for good grip too.

2. Brush your dog's hair before and after bathing. It’s best to get rid of any excess dead hair before shampooing. Brushing your pet’s hair will also get rid of any matting and tangles before washing, making it a much easier and more pleasant experience for you and your dog.

3. Gently place cotton balls inside the ears before bathing. One of the things that dogs hate the most is getting water in their ears.

4. Wash your dog in lukewarm water - no more than 98.6°F. Always check the water temperature before wetting your dog. What feels warm enough on our skin tends to be over 100.4°F, and this is in fact too warm for your dog’s skin. Water temperature over 98.6°F can increase your pet’s heart rate too much, causing a strain, especially for puppies and older dogs.

5. Avoid getting water in the nose. It is important to tenderly wet your dog’s face to avoid not only the eyes, but avoid getting water near the nose. The best way to do this is by tilting the head up, and closely monitoring the nose. If too much water enters they are at risk of choking.

6. Dog shampoo isn’t always vital, you can opt for tearless shampoos, especially for young puppies. These are usually sulfate and paraben free, making them the perfect tear-free formula to wash your dog with.

7. Scrub the hair in the direction the hair grows, to avoid ingrown hairs, which could lead to bumps in the skin.

8. Always spray dog with low-pressure water, to avoid injury and messy splattering.

10. Gently hold the back of the neck to limit your dog shaking off wet water. If your dog is about to shake off all the bath water, before you have had a chance to wipe them down with a towel, simply hold the back of the neck and apply a small amount of pressure. This makes it impossible for them to shake their head, however their tail may shake a little.

When you bathe a dog, helping them feel fresh and clean is just the start. You can also check on their skin and body, spot fleas and ticks, skin irritation, ...

10/25/2022

Spooktakular Halloween this year

10/21/2022

Fix some

Blinds
Toilets
Cabinets
HVAC ducts
Mower blades

10/20/2022

Today I installed some Govee RGBIC app-controlled LED strip lights for one of my favorite clients. Turned out great and looks fantastic

10/18/2022

I've hired extra help this season

10/14/2022

You might be a dog walker if
your days consist of constant vigilance of not get 💩 on your hands, clothes and shoes.

Also, fall is here; where did that pile of 💩 go amongst the pile of brown leaves?! A near-impossible task in the dark of night

10/08/2022

Sniffaris are a normal occurrence

09/25/2022

Pets are awesome!

Also included:
Joro spider
Tersa Sphinx moth
Great Blue Heron 4ft tall
Luna moth
Red-tailed hawk

09/05/2022

09/03/2022

Day 1 vs Day 3

08/12/2022

Pet sitting photo dump

07/29/2022

Oh cats

06/14/2022

Take Note

Toxic yard items are more common than one would think. While most pet owners allow their dogs to spend time outdoors, are you aware of the dangers in your yard.

06/10/2022

Might I say that while Litter Robot may be on the expensive side, it is pretty amazing and well worth it.

Don't know how it works? Watch the vid to find out: https://youtu.be/jBTehdwZEUA

I do believe the cost is around $700 when all said and done- so yes, expensive, but I'd say worth it for what it does and what you no longer have to do.

Cats always have a clean box too!!

06/08/2022

A new app I discovered: called SEEK

06/04/2022

If you have a swimming pool, you should get this (please)

Arrives by Tue, Jun 14 Buy Frog Log for Swimming Pool,Frog Log Critter Saving Escape Ramp, 1 Pack Frog Log Critter Saving Escape Ramp Inflatable Small Animal Escape Ramp Swimming Pool Accessories Blue at Walmart.com

06/01/2022

Shell was indeed soft to the touch; easily depressed. Shell was about 1ft wide by 1.5ft long on this one.

Needed to be lifted over the curb to go on it's merry way.

Was feisty at first, but accepted the help.

05/30/2022

I hope everyone is having a nice Memorial Day.
I've been going since the crack of dawn. Most notable today: breaking up a nasty fight between to housemates, and crimping new terminals onto a battery to be wired into a rapid-beeping 'low-batt' alarm.
Nothing I can't handle.

You might be wondering: I started video immediately, and as I was following them to where they stopped chasing each other. I was actively breaking up the fight from the very beginning, and got aggressor outside in 1.5min. The 'pics' are screenshots from the vid

05/29/2022

Pet Sitter / Poison Ivy Puller

05/20/2022

It was one of those days-
Puppy pees in the house before I get him outside.
Then the handle snaps clean off the rickety old sliding patio door at another house.
Then, on first visit, I find the cat outside at the next house, when she's supposed to be inside.

As far as the door goes-
I have the tools and know-how to fix the underlying issue; the track needed to be cleaned of all the years of built-up gunk, then whute lithium greased.
If you don't have a spin brush drill attachment, they are very useful!
A smooth operation all the way around

05/15/2022

More personalized than Instacart

05/13/2022

Will I clean your hummingbird feeders if I see that they're moldy? Yes I will.

Never use store-bought red nectar; the dye slowly kills them. Mold causes fungi on their tongues that can kill them too.

Make your own nectar: 4 parts tap water (heated, not even to a boil) to one part refined white sugar (any other type of sugar is harmful).

Baby brush from walmart works well to clean the feeders.

Use the tray feeders; they are the easiest to maintain.
Here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G129XMG/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_G5PFZHBAVR6EWHKEFTCJ

05/11/2022

It's 10:30 at night,
Your pet needs immediate medical attention,
Where do you go?
Not Cobb or Cherokee Emergency any more!

You'll have to go to Towne Lake Pkwy or Trickum Rd and 92 area:

24hr
Animal Hospital of Towne Lake
3105 Parkbrooke Cir
Woodstock 30189
(770) 591-9500
http://www.townelakevets.com/

Daytime 8a-6p
Urgent Care 6p-midnight
Family Pet Hospital
12910 Hwy 92 #102
Woodstock 30188
(770) 928-9094
http://www.townelakevets.com/

You're Welcome!

04/22/2022

New clients get 2 free pet sits or dog walks!

Sign up here:
https://www.vipeopleandpets.com/petsitting-dogwalking

04/19/2022

Have you changed your car's cabin air filter lately? Does it smell stale/musty/mildew-y when you run the air conditioner?

I can change it for you, if needed. This should be done every 15,000 miles (or every 3 oil changes) along with the engine air filter. Can't beat WIX brand.

Pet Sitter / Dog Walker / Errand Runner / Handyman / Car Mechanic at your service.

04/16/2022

The cat relieved the balloons of their tie-down duty

Contact me for FREE pet sitting or dog walking:
678-231-2874

04/01/2022

V.I.People & Pets is excited to announce our new K9 Helium Balloon Rides Over Kennesaw!

Contact us today to book your best friend's unforgettable experience and receive a complimentary video shot from a GoPro camera secured to your beloved dog's safety harness.

Space is extremely limited. Reserve now!

03/29/2022

Garvani and Valentino

03/24/2022

Kitchen faucet replacement?
I can do that.

03/23/2022

Spring Break is upon us.
Do you have your pets taken care of while you're gone? I can do that!
https://www.vipeopleandpets.com/petsitting-dogwalking

03/04/2022

New clients get their 5th and 10th visit FREE!
5-star-Rated since 2005

01/17/2022

Maybe it's time you saw shampooed fluffy milk horses

Did you know that cows are primped and pampered before being shown in state fair competitions? Check out some blow-dried cows!