Mo the Pet Pro

11/28/2024

11/04/2024

November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month. A lot of clients at the hospitals at which I work have inquired as to whether cancer can be discovered via bloodwork results. The answer is yes and no. I have been a team member involved in assessing diagnostics on sick patients who show no significant findings on bloodwork (chemistry, CBC); their organ function is normal and they don't show any signs of anemia, infection, or inflammation. With that being said, if cancer is affecting one of the organs, such as in the case of renal lymphoma, then renal values will be elevated. This article does a great job of explaining why routine labwork doesn't always reveal cancer, what diagnostics can, and what follow up care is needed: https://www.tcm-vet.com/understanding-cancer-detection-in-pets-why-routine-lab-work-may-not-always-show-cancer/.

Cancer is one of the leading causes of illness in pets, but detecting it through routine annual lab work can be challenging. While blood tests can reveal

10/21/2024

If I've provided pet sitting, dog walking, and or veterinary technician care services for you and your pets, I'd greatly appreciate you sharing your review to my page: https://www.facebook.com/mothepetpro/reviews. Thank you!

10/21/2024

Wishbones for Pets Month is an annual designation observed from October 15 - November 30. For six weeks, pet sitters and animal lovers raise as much money as they can for their favorite pet-related charity (https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/october/wishbones-for-pets-month-october). My favorite pet related charity is Outcast Rescue. My friend and colleague, Beth Hucke, is a founding board member of their group. There are several ways that you can support Outcast:

* Visit their Amazon wishlist to provide much needed and appreciated items for the dogs in their care: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/80YLPQSEC0N6?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=IwY2xjawGDVVFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHazPwoXf7f1IsuJIehbHDaMWN0zukWu13ZWg0EvoYZuRXbwynebkVoDB1g_aem_qAUPB6x-9zRho4GvtuWZ1g. If you'd like to purchase an item from a merchant other than Amazon, you're welcome to bring donations to my home and I can bring them to Beth when we work together.

* Make a monetary donation: https://www.outcastrescue.com/ways-to-donate

* Attend one of their adoption events. You can find out about events through Outcast's page (https://www.facebook.com/outcastrescue).

* Add Outcast apparel to your wardrobe: http://www.outcastrescue.deco-apparel.com/. The hoodies are especially warm, comfortable, and cute.

* Volunteer to foster a dog! Foster homes, especially experienced ones, are always needed and are vital to Outcast's mission of finding forever homes for dogs in need: https://www.outcastrescue.com/adoption-form

* Adopt an Outcast! https://www.outcastrescue.com/adoption-form-1

10/09/2024

I'll be over as soon as I work some extra shifts to buy ALL of the dog things

10/09/2024

I was recently part of a care team for a patient who had a hepatic mass. I found this article very interesting regarding the different types of hepatocellular masses, diagnostics, optimal treatments options, follow-up care, and overall prognosis.

The prognosis is good for dogs with massive hepatocellular carcinoma, especially given the liver has an enormous capacity for regeneration.

09/26/2024

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Let rescuers know pets are inside your home in the event of an emergency!

09/24/2024

Good afternoon! Here is my availability for Monday, September 23rd, through Sunday, September 29th for services including:

* Pet sitting, both drop in visits and overnight stays
* Dog walking
* Veterinary technician care services (i.e. tooth brushing/dental care discussions, ear cleaning/medicating, oral and injectable medication administration, blood glucose checks, nail trims, a**l gland expressions, etc.)
* Meet and greets (if I have not previously met you and/or your pet for a meet and greet) -- please schedule these at least 1 week prior to the date(s) when you need services to begin

| Tuesday, September 24th: 4:00pm-5:00am
| Wednesday, September 25th: 7:30pm-5:00am
| Thursday, September 26th: 10:00pm-5:00am
| Sunday, September 29th: 10:00am through Monday, September 30th, 5:00am

As always, if you have any question/concerns, please reach out to me!

09/16/2024

Good morning! Here is my availability for Monday, September 16th, through Sunday, September 22nd for services including:

* Pet sitting, both drop in visits and overnight stays
* Dog walking
* Veterinary technician care services (i.e. tooth brushing/dental care discussions, ear cleaning/medicating, oral and injectable medication administration, blood glucose checks, nail trims, a**l gland expressions, etc.)
* Meet and greets (if I have not previously met you and/or your pet for a meet and greet)

| Monday, September 16th: 9:30pm-5:00am
| Tuesday, September 17th: 9:30pm-5:00am
| Wednesday, September 18th: 7:30pm-5:00am
| Thursday, September 19th: 10:00pm-5:00am
| Friday, September 20th: 7:00pm-5:00am
| Saturday, September 21st: 9:30pm-5:00am
| Sunday, September 22nd: 10:00am through Monday, September 23rd, 5:30am

As always, if you have any question/concerns, please reach out to me!

09/10/2024

My son's soccer team has organized a popcorn fundraiser. I was looking up if dogs can eat certain types of popcorn as this fundraiser offers all different flavors that include many different ingredients. I came across articles mentioning how different types of oil are beneficial for pets in providing omega 3 fatty acids; however, when it comes to popcorn, one must also consider ingredients such as salt which can dehydrate a pet and create electrolyte derangements.

One site that I do love is Veterinary Partner, which is created by veterinarians and powered by VIN (the network that veterinarians use to communicate with one another regarding cases). I found this informational article about "Omega Three Fatty Acids for Our Pets" and wanted to share it with you: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=9155186

You can research several topics about all different types of pets. And if you'd like to purchase or donate popcorn to support my son and his soccer team, let me know

Cold water fish oils are an excellent source of DHA and EPA for pets.

09/10/2024

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09/09/2024

Good morning! Here is my availability for Monday, September 9th, through Sunday, September 15th for services including:

* Pet sitting, both drop in visits and overnight stays

* Dog walking

* Veterinary technician care services (i.e. tooth brushing/dental care discussions, ear cleaning/medicating, oral and injectable medication administration, blood glucose checks, nail trims, a**l gland expressions, etc.)

* Meet and greets (if I have not previously met you and/or your pet for a meet and greet)

| Monday, September 9th: 6:30pm-5:00am

| Tuesday, September 10th: 6:30pm-5:00am

| Wednesday, September 11th: 7:30pm-5:00am

| Thursday, September 12th: 10:00pm-5:00am

| Friday, September 13th: 10:30pm-5:00am

| Saturday, September 14th: 9:00pm-5:00am

As always, if you have any question/concerns, please reach out to me!

08/23/2024

If you need a pet sitter, dog walker, or veterinary technician to help care for your pet's medical needs, reach out now to schedule a Meet and Greet and book days for the Labor Day weekend!

08/08/2024

Dinner time! There are so many deliciously fun sushi toys for cats (and dogs). Although your cats and dogs should not eat sushi as consuming raw fish carries risks, such as contracting salmonella poisoning, no one ever said they can't play with their "food". Here are several options for both your feline and canine pals:

* This sushi cat toy set includes a selection of toys, including crinkle toys and wands!: https://amzn.to/4fySJSN

* Cat Sushi Bonito Flakes are a perfect option with which to treat your cat. They can be hand fed or used to top your cat's food, even enticing him/her to eat, great for your picky eaters: https://amzn.to/4fCXtac

* This ones for the human children in your life. Includes assorted wooden sushi, soy sauce, bowl, and chop sticks: https://amzn.to/3A9KEDO

* For your canine pals, these durable, squeaky sushi dogs toys look like so much fun! And look at the dumpling who looks like a little ninja with the shrimp on his head!: https://amzn.to/3WJP2RQ

* The Sushi Interactive Puzzle Game is an ideal solution for those pets who eat their food too quickly and/or simply need some mental stimulation. Hide their food and/or treats below their sushi: https://amzn.to/3YzS5hI

* The Sakura Cherry Blossom Catnip Duo is 50% off for a limited time: https://amzn.to/3AchQuC

Feature: Catnip, crinkle, rattle material and feather toy drive cats wild. To engage your cat, these toys are the perfect size for felines to swat, bat and carry. Act your cat's natural hunting instincts, this toy is fun and functional. It can also enhance interaction and have fun with your lovel...

08/08/2024

This beautiful stationery set includes colorful paper, envelopes, postcards and stickers. The artistry touched me as the different animals each personally affect me: my maiden name means "peacock" in German, the sloth is the mascot for Pompe Disease, of which I found out I'm a carrier when I was pregnant with my youngest daughter, the flamingo reminded me of a time when my friend's daughter "Flamingoed" our town in support of a fellow Milltownian family whose son had been diagnosed with CGD. Perhaps it will touch you as well: https://amzn.to/46Eo2HR.

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Stationery Box Set (55 Pcs) Including Writing Paper Envelopes Postcards Sticky Note Pad Pen and Stickers Featuring Cat Dog Flamingo Llama Sloth and Peacock Stationary by Nerdy Words

08/08/2024

There are so many cute cat stationary options! This kit includes a pop up pencil case, a 10-in-1 multicolor pen, cat pens, sticky notes, and cat erasers: https://amzn.to/3WVOwBa. Be sure to clip the $2.00 coupon. Perfect for the upcoming school year!

* Need highlighters? This 6 pack features cats sharing their emotions: https://amzn.to/4dwFFeJ

* Share your love of cats with your pen pal on the pages of this notepad, where a cat is featured on each page: https://amzn.to/3WuHLVy

* A Pusheen post card book?! So cute. It includes 20 postcards; it's currently on sale and you can save an additional 10% when you purchase 2 items: https://amzn.to/3Aqozkr

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Our cute aesthetic school supplies will make you smile that you don’t want to stop using them. When you have this cute school supplies aesthetic bubble tea stationery on hand, there's never a dull moment at school or at work! Kawaii pens, boba stickers, stand up pencil case, cute multicolor pen i....