Debra's Dog Sitting

10/07/2023

Poppy is dog of the day!

Poppy is a sweetheart, she loves to be held and loved on. She wants to be the center of attention. Poppy is about 5 years old and weighs in at 9 pounds. She will make someone a wonderful companion!

09/27/2023

Have you heard? 👂 BISSELL Pet Foundation is sponsoring adoption fees for dogs 6 months and older for the "Empty the Shelters" adoption event!

We bet Elvira doesn't miss a thing with those ears! 😅

We have more than 900 dogs waiting for their forever homes! Help us !

📍 West Shelter: 2500 S. 27th Avenue
📍 East Shelter: 2630 W. Rio Salado Parkway
📍 Heidi's Village: 600 N. 40th Street


Maricopa.gov/Pets

09/27/2023

For all y’all that think rescue dogs should free ……

Eeyore is all smiles now that he found his new family! 😁🥰

Eeyore's adoption fee was sponsored by the BISSELL Pet Foundation during our "Empty the Shelters" adoption event, which runs through October 15th! Adoption fees are waived for dogs 6 months and older!

Adopt. For Dogs' Sake.
Maricopa.gov/Pets

Cathy Bissell

09/27/2023

09/26/2023

Creative bed share. Stack two beds then share ?????

09/22/2023

🐾 $20 spay/neuter for Pitties! 🐾

In celebration of next month's National Pit Bull Awareness Month, AHS' Marge Wright Veterinary Clinic is offering a special deal to Pittie parents. Throughout the month of October, spay and neuter surgeries will be just $20 for our Pit Bull friends.

The funds for these spay/neuter surgeries were generously donated by AHS' Circle of Friends, a special group of AHS donors who are passionate about combating pet overpopulation. AHS' Circle of Friends' have made possible the spay and neuter surgeries of tens of thousands of animals, drastically reducing pet overpopulation in our community. We are so thankful to these donors for supporting pets and their people all year long!

Book your appointment today: azhumane.org/spay-neuter/

09/22/2023

I do have to start this post by saying that your dog doesn't need to meet other dogs.
I know that is controversial for some to hear but very few dogs are truly dog social....many are highly selective.
They may only like their own breed.
They may only like female dogs....small brown dogs...or curly coated dogs.
They have (and are ALLOWED) their own social preference....just as we have our own social preferences.

Or they may just dislike any other dog outside their/your family and friends.

Encouraging dogs to meet a dog walking down the street (even with the best of intentions) can cause some serious issues.

Reactivity and/or aggression.
Injury.
A lessening of the strong bond they may have with you as they can no longer trust your judgement.

So meeting dogs on a walk, just because there is another dog there is something I highly discourage.

However....
There are some circumstances where you may have to introduce dogs. So these are a few tips which have been written about before (separately) in graphics but I have squeezed them together for a clearer reference.

One of the biggest mistakes people make is only concentrating on their own dogs emotional state and not watching the rising stress in the other dog involved....
These cause those "Out of the blue" reactions....

They weren't out of the blue, they were just missed.

🔵Micro meetings are essential.
🔵Parallel walks are a must.
🔵Avoid face to face.
🔵Keep your voices light and happy.
🔵DON'T make a dog sit or lie down.
🔵Tension creates more tension so keep those leads loose.
🔵NEUTRAL territory....not your yard, your house or even your immediate area around your house....go somewhere else.

Biggest tip though (as mentioned) watch the body language of both dogs.....IGNORE the tail wags and watch the whole body and all the little tell tale signs given.

If it doesn't feel right...it likely isn't.
Trust your own intuition.

ALWAYS advocate for your own dog no matter how "friendly" you are told the other dog is.

(Please respect that these graphics take time and effort to make . All graphics belong to ABC Dogs NZ and are under copyright. Unmarked graphics are available for $ 1.20 or $ 2 NZD each (approx), these are then able to be used off Facebook for client handouts, posters etc. Please visit ABC Dogs Patreon Shop for Graphics)

09/17/2023

The best explanation I’ve seen:

Our dogs become part of us, our daily routine, our unconditional love which is why it is completely devastating when they pass. A little bit of us stays with every dog we have loved and lost 💔💔

09/15/2023

🤣🤣🤣

Perfect shoot

09/14/2023

09/12/2023

The big chair is getting kinda full….

09/11/2023

May need to try this one

Cheesecakes are the perfect sweet treat when you need to satisfy that dessert craving. And at just 2 Points + and less than 100 calories each❤️
INGREDIENTS
12 vanilla wafers, reduced fat
1 package (8 ounce) light cream cheese, room temp
3/4 cup vanilla non-fat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup liquid egg substitute
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
STEP 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Line muffin tins with 12 paper baking cups. Place a vanilla wafer in each one.

In a medium mixing bowl beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add egg substitute, yogurt, and sugar. Beat until smooth and thoroughly combined.

Fill each baking cup 2/3 full with cream cheese mixture.

Bake in oven for 20 minutes. You may have to adjust the time a bit if they still come out too soft or runny. It will depend on the oven.

Cool on a rack for about 15 minutes until mini cheesecakes reach room temperature, then chill in refrigerator for at least an hour.

Right before serving, top with fresh fruit of your choice.

09/10/2023

Bed hog!!

09/09/2023

🚨WE ARE OUT OF KENNELS🚨

We are beyond our capacity and need your help! Can you help us get at least 200 dogs into loving homes? Adoption fees are waived for dogs 6 months and older today and tomorrow for the final days of the BISSELL Pet Foundation "Empty the Shelters" event!

Spork is hanging out at Heidi's Village with 43 other MCACC dogs. He's smart and eager to learn more. His ideal day includes a walk with you, treats, and love. 🥰

📍 West Shelter: 2500 S. 27th Avenue
📍 East Shelter: 2630 W. Rio Salado Parkway
📍 Heidi's Village: 600 N. 40th Street

Maricopa.gov/Pets

09/05/2023

Eddie is here for a day visit. He lost his big sister and long time companion Piper late last week and is only beginning that adjustment. We will comfort him all day 🥰🥰

09/04/2023

Great memory. Lilly Bit’s forever family is wonderful about keeping in touch. We miss this girl

Whatcha eating Foster Mom? Looks like something I might enjoy too if you would like to share.

09/02/2023

Emmylou (fka Creature) my sweet little senior foster is responding well to her new heart meds. We are so happy with her recovery.

09/01/2023

Here's how to make bone broth, a nutritious superfood, for your dog – recipes for chicken bone broth, beef bone broth, and more.

https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/food/is-bone-broth-good-for-dogs/