Gentle Hands Cherished Paws

02/15/2024

Here's to all the love we give and get from our beloved companion animals. Happy Valentine's Day 💕

02/13/2024

February is National Pet Dental Health Month, which is a fantastic reminder for us pet parents to make sure our furry loved ones aren't in any pain, especially when they eat. Dental problems are common but easily preventable, and here are a few tips that you can keep in mind.

01/02/2024

Happy New Year!

12/25/2023

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate.

12/10/2023

Today, we appreciate the veterinary professionals that give their all to make sure that our pets are as healthy and happy as they can be, and the medical advances that have made those limits even brighter.

12/08/2023

Happy first night of Hanukkah, to all who celebrate.

11/16/2023

Pets with diabetes can’t make or properly use their own insulin, which makes it harder to convert food into energy and leads to lethargy and other side effects caused by extra sugar in the bloodstream. It’s estimated that 1 in 300 adult dogs and 1 in 230 cats in the US have diabetes. It can’t be cured, but it can absolutely be treated to maintain a good quality of life.

To learn more: https://usa.petdiabetesmonth.com/

11/08/2023

The lymphatic system helps keep fluids in your body healthy and circulating, and makes up part of the immune system- it includes tissues and organs like lymph nodes and the spleen. Lymphoma is cancer of the lymphatic system- lymphoma accounts for 15-20% of new cancer diagnoses in dogs.

A number of popular breeds are more predisposed to canine lymphoma, like German Shepherds, Golden Retrievers, Poodles, and there are different kinds of lymphoma and levels of severity.

The best thing you can do for your canine friend is regular annual or semi-annual check-ups with a veterinarian, who can identify the signs and help put together a treatment plan. Gentle Hands Cherished Paws, for example, offers in-home consultations for quality of life improvements or hospice care planning where needed, for canine lymphoma and other canine or feline conditions.

For further reading, here is an article that goes over the symptoms and treatment of canine lymphoma: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/lymphoma-in-dogs

11/07/2023

Thank you to every shelter that helps keep canine and feline friends safe and cared for, and helps them find new, loving homes.

10/31/2023

We hope everyone has a fun and safe evening spreading some holiday creepiness today!

10/27/2023

Make sure your any trick-or-treating pets are wearing up-to-date ID's, in case anyone gets lost in the dark.

10/25/2023

Keep your treats safe by making sure the artificial sweetener XYLITOL (also sometimes called wood sugar, birch sugar, or birch bark extract), isn't in anything that could end up in curious mouths this season.

10/23/2023

Look out for strings and streamers, confetti, candles, and any mouth-sized decorations within reach of curious furry friends this Halloween.

10/16/2023

Thank you to all of the veterinary technicians who dedicate their time and love to making sure our pets are as healthy and happy as they can be.

09/23/2023

Happy International Rabbit Day, to some of the softest and quietest companions there are.

09/20/2023

Offset just a couple days from Adopt A Less-Adoptable Animal week is National Dog Week, so if you have your own pup and aren't looking for any new furry friends, you still have a week to celebrate with them- not that many of us need an excuse to.

09/19/2023

Older pets, pets with long-term medical issues, and unconventional-looking pets are often overlooked, and end up spending the most time in shelters, but can create bonds that feel more personal due to the challenges you overcome together. If you have the resources, consider meeting the less-adoptable pets the next time you're at a shelter.

09/15/2023

Shanah tovah to everyone celebrating Rosh Hashanah today!

09/13/2023

Wishing a happy day to all the beautiful pets out there who work extra hard to get by, and the pet parents who support them every day.

09/11/2023

Happy National Pet Memorial day, in honor of all the beloved animals who have come into our lives just to make them better.

09/06/2023

This month is animal pain awareness month: Our furry friends can't use words to tell us what's wrong, so it's up to us to make sure we're listening. If your pet hasn't seen a vet in the last 6 months, now might be a good time to schedule a checkup!
If you're wondering about your senior pet's quality of living, you can also go through our Quality-of-Life scale to help determine where to go next: https://www.gentlehandscherishedpaws.com/resources

08/29/2023

(Well, yesterday was, but our social media manager was out sick.)
Today is the perfect day to celebrate the lives and memories of beloved pets who have moved on, and the Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day was created specifically with the coping of grief in mind. Here is a thank you to all of the pets who have made our lives a little better.

08/26/2023

Arguably one of the best annual celebrations- today is National Dog Day!
The beautiful pups pictured below are cared for by our sister company, Puget Sound Pets LLC, and photographed by walkers and family members. Have you ever seen more friendly smiles?

08/23/2023

It may be hard for them to see, but give your blind dog a warm cuddle and some comforting scents (like treats or anise) to enjoy today.

08/22/2023

The kindest thing you can do for your furry friends is making sure preventable pain is prevented- if you haven't taken your cat to the vet in the last 6 months, now may be a good time to check up on that kitty health.

08/19/2023

For the animal companions who can tell that a heart is a home.

08/17/2023

Here's a little bit of love for our favorite shadows.

11/29/2022

As Seattle dips into winter, it's always a good idea to review what you and your pup want to keep an eye out in the cold. Here are a few tips to stay prepared, healthy, and cozy this season 😊🐕‍🦺❄️

11/17/2022

Seattle Couple Goes Viral as They Save Senior Dogs

https://seattlerefined.com/lifestyle/seattle-couple-adopts-senior-dogs-eugene-instagram-tiktok-social-media-old-dogs-new-tricks

Adrian Lott and Spencer Erickson have adopted four senior pups since the pandemic, whom you can see on their super popular Instagram account, instagram.com/eugenetheseniordog!

Excerpt:

Why the older pets?

"The first reason is that seniors need it," said Lott. "They're some of the most overlooked dogs at shelters. People don't want old dogs; they want young dogs."

"In our experience, old dogs have this renewed energy when they're brought home," she said. "[...] Once they get some of that care, they get the chance to be a puppy again. We've seen that with Eugene, we've seen it with Emma, and so that's one of the reasons I think seniors aren't always what you expect they're going to be."

A Seattle couple gives older dogs a second chance at puppyhood.

10/08/2022

Animals have very different reactions to essential oils that humans can often use, so research is always recommended in order to give your companion the safest and best treatment.

Here are a few non-toxic essential oils our canine friends can utilize too!