Companion Synergy

Companion Synergy Custom Care for Sensitive Pets We offer dog walking, pet sitting, overnight sitting, and playgroups in Salem and Beverly.

We specialize in sensitive or special needs pets: working breeds, fearful pets, reactive pets, special medical needs. Pets are handled gently, with positive reinforcement and clicker training.

Prepare your pups NOW for the fireworks! We've had two phobic dogs in the past, and it's vital to prepare in advance to ...
06/24/2025

Prepare your pups NOW for the fireworks! We've had two phobic dogs in the past, and it's vital to prepare in advance to help your dog through this scary season.

There are things you can start doing today to help your dog who is afraid of fireworks.

05/01/2025

Baby cries can be loud and unpredictable — and to dogs, those sounds can trigger confusion or even distress!

It’s normal for a dog to feel unsettled by a crying baby, but there are things that we can do to help them during these moments:

1️⃣ Offer a cozy space away from the crying baby like their crate or their bed (if they have positive associations with these things)

2️⃣ Use calming tools like enrichment toys or white noise machines

3️⃣ If there is a second person in the home, have them take the dog for a walk or a play in the yard during this time

Supporting your dog through these new experiences helps create success for everyone!

04/15/2025

I may, (paws crossed), have a happy story to tell you about a “need-to-be-rescued dog,” but I’ll wait on that until I have more to report. (Please cross your paws; and no, we won’t be the ones taking it!) Meanwhile, I’m thinking a lot the last few days about house training a dog who has [....

Great free resources for learning about your dog's language!
04/03/2025

Great free resources for learning about your dog's language!

Think you know what your dog is saying? 🐶🔍

Some common signs are often misinterpreted!

👀 Whale eye (wide eyes showing lots of white) can mean stress, not curiosity.

A wagging tail doesn’t always mean happiness—it depends on speed and position.

That “cute” panting ‘smile’ might actually be a sign of anxiety.

And when a dog shows their belly, they might be doing appeasement behaviors to show they are not a threat, not asking for rubs!

Understanding these cues can help gain a better understanding of what your dog is asking for and respecting their body language! 🐶

Remember… Invites decrease bites!

Interested in learning more about Dog Body Language? We have a FREE Resource! Head on over to our website through the link below OR comment DETECTIVE and we will send you a direct link to our Doggie Detective® Body Language page!

🔗 https://www.familypaws.com/about-family-paws/dogaware/dog-aware-body-language/

03/24/2025
03/19/2025

We never want to be “lucky” when it comes to interactions between our dogs, babies and toddlers! 🐾

Don’t take a chance, prepare in advance! ☘️

These are only a few of the things we suggest doing instead, which one is your favorite?

Wanting to learn more about how to best set up your dog, baby and toddler for success? We have our upcoming Dogs & Toddlers Webinar on March 22nd at 2pm MST! You can find the link to register below or comment WEBINAR for the link to register to be sent to your inbox 📥

🔗 https://familypawsbooking.as.me/schedule/1450ac5a/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=19391069

01/17/2025

No matter how hard you prepare for the sound of a newborn baby crying, no two babies have the same sound!

Babies change and grow so quickly, and with that comes a whole new repertoire of sounds that our dogs have never heard before.

For any dog, this can be confusing, stressful as well as unsettling, but especially for those of us who have dogs with sound sensitivities…

Although we can’t stop our baby from making these sounds, what we can do is learn about our own dog’s sensitivities and how they react in certain situations in order to help them through those more difficult times.

Here are 3 things you can do to help set your dog up for success:

1️⃣ Use verbal cues to reassure your dog that you’ve got this and that they can go get their ball, their other human or go to their bed if they would like. Telling them that you are okay and giving them an alternative behavior can be incredibly helpful in times of stress and uncertainty.

2️⃣ Have a safe spot away from the noise where your dog is able to relax and have a break from the stimulation. Let them enjoy a tasty pre made enrichment treat here to help them decompress. Their hearing is so much more sensitive than ours!

3️⃣ Prepare in advance by teaching your dog what you want them to do when the baby does a certain thing. Think about what you want your dog to do while you’re changing your baby or when they are having a harder time sleeping and are constantly crying.

Remember, we never want to isolate our dog from our baby, but it is okay to give both yourself and your dog a break by removing your dog from the situation in the moment where things feel too much!

Wanting to learn more about how to understand your dog’s sensitivities? Our next Dog’s & Storks Live Webinar is coming up on February 11th, 2025 at 8:30pm EST 💚

Link to register is below ⬇️

🔗 https://familypawsbooking.as.me/schedule/1450ac5a/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=19390846

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01/03/2025

We want to offer our gratitude for all of your gifts this year during the holiday season. We really love what we do and we give our all, day in and day out. We thank you for your generosity and kindness. We truly have the best clients and you make up the Companion Synergy family. Here is to an amazing 2025!

01/02/2025

Loved getting to spend time with Ruby! I haven’t had any parrots for a while and it reminded me of what a pleasure they are! Happy New year to all!!!

11/01/2024

As we have been around for over 16 years now we have been blessed to get to know so many amazing pets! We embrace every one of your pets as a part of our family and when you have a loss, we feel that loss immensely. I personally built a bond with Tia and watched her grow and then grow old. We will all miss her but I will feel this for a while to come. I hope you’re running free after crossing that bridge! Rest in peace, love.~Christian

I’m looking for the best care and I’ve found it!!! Mewow Companion Synergy
10/29/2024

I’m looking for the best care and I’ve found it!!! Mewow Companion Synergy

Our newest golden retriever, meet Marty the one man party!
10/29/2024

Our newest golden retriever, meet Marty the one man party!

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