Pampered Pets & Plants, Inc.

11/12/2025

Today is World Animal Enrichment Day! Snuffle mats are a great way to do that. Here's how you can make your own!

Our friends at Dogs Trust taught us how to make snuffle mats to keep our pooches entertained and we thought we'd share the knowledge on. On a scale of 1 - 10...

11/11/2025

“America’s veterans have served their country with the belief that democracy and freedom are ideals to be upheld around the world.”
Thank you to all of our veterans...

11/10/2025

So many of our clients bring us gifts when we're there and it makes our heart sing! The best gift I got was from a cat who brought us a live cicada. I thanked her profusely and then immediately put it outside. What is the best gift your pets have given you? Besides themselves, of course!

11/10/2025

Today kicks off Human-Animal Relationship Week! This day is dedicated to promoting the importance of the bond between humans and animals. It aims to raise awareness of the positive impacts these relationships have on human well-being, as well as to encourage compassion and better stewardship of animals, both domestic and wild.

The week encourages activities like volunteering at shelters, participating in educational events, and reflecting on the mutual benefits of the human-animal connection.

11/08/2025

😹 No matter how self-sufficient pets become, it's important that someone has eyes on them when you're out of town. Make sure you schedule your holidays now! We book fast!

11/07/2025

We have seen Lymphoma take the lives of so many animals... this is a good article on the topic, and fitting as today is National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day.

This form of cancer, also called lymphosarcoma, is the most common malignancy of dogs, cats, and humans. Much information is available, information that is necessary in order to make intelligent decisions about an affected pet.

11/06/2025

November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month. This is not a subject we like to discuss, but it's important to do it. Early detection can result in major changes to outcomes. This is a great article on spotting signs in cats.

We don’t talk about it a lot, but did you know that cats are just as likely to develop cancer as our dogs? In fact, nearly 6 million cats are diagnosed with some type of cancer EVERY YEAR, according to FetchACure! We learned the hard way. Our beloved Kyra is suspected of having cancer, but […]

11/06/2025

It's getting dark a lot earlier and we care for many animals who live in homes backed up to the desert. Whether you live in the city or the country, there is something that can hurt your pets. We've created a checklist to help you keep your pets safe from all threats.

Arizona's diverse landscape, from lush valleys to scorching deserts, provides endless fun for humans and pets alike. But alongside the beauty lies a unique set of challenges, especially when it comes to keeping pets contained. As a pet sitter in the Valley of the Sun, I've witnessed firsthand the im...

11/04/2025

These adoptions make me so happy...

11/03/2025

November is Adopt a Senior Pet month! Friends, it's never been more important to consider bringing a pet into your home. The shelters are beyond capacity and many of the adoption fees for seniors are down. If you're an older Arizonian, senior pets provide so much love. Please consider sharing your home with a senior dog or cat today.

10/31/2025

Wishing you all a very happy Halloween! Stay safe out there!

10/31/2025

Boo(p) to all of our incredible clients this Halloween! Stay safe out there tomorrow!