July 5^th is known as the most busiest day at valley shelters because so many pets freak out and escape from their homes sue to the July 4^th festivities.  If you will be leaving your pet at home during the 4^th of July – try doing these tips to ensure they have a safe and stress free night.

1 – Secure all GATES, DOORS, and LOCKS. You do not want anything blowing or pushing open, giving your fur kid an easy way out.

2- If you are leaving the home, leave a TV or radio on loud in efforts to drown out the noises that may be going on outside.

3- Make sure your pets IDs are on or they are micro chipped. If your pet escapes, often times it is your only hoe of finding them.

4 – Be sure to close all doggy doors.

5- Leave them in a secure area with lots of chew toys and dog proof the area. Sometimes when stressed, pets will chew. If your baseboards are attacked – we have a handyman we can recommend J

6 – Do not give your pets any leftover bones. Cooked bones are the worst for your pets and could split in their intestines and cause internal bleeding. Please also be aware of guest feeding your pets.

7 – Do not take your pets to firework displays and keep them far away from those who might be lighting them off.

8 – Do not leave alcoholic drinks where pets can reach them. It could be fatal. Instead think about Bowser Beer! (www.3busydogs.com)

9- Be careful if you want to “decorate” your pet. The glow sticks could be toxic if they chew them and if they are not used to bandana’s, they can get caught on things.

10 – If your pet gets scared easily, try Rescue Remedy or consider staying home with them.

If you follow these tips your pet should have just as an enjoyable 4^th of July as you have.

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McDowell Mountain Ranch Business Networking Group

WHEN? THIRD TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH @ 5:30

WHERE? Sanctuary Golf Clubhouse

10690 E. Sheena Drive • Scottsdale, AZ 85255

WHY? Networking is a vital part to any successful business. We want to build the relationships with business owners who want to do business on the ranch. We want to help cross promote one another, while working as a group to create a synergy.

Meetings will be the 3^rd Tuesday of every month.
Check us out ONCE for FREE.
5:30-6:30. Start and end on time.
Structured meetings with a speaker.

WE WANT TO BUILD SOLID RELATIONSHIPS!

RSVP REQUIRED: Call Bella from Bella’s House & Pet Sitting @480.330.4552 or email info@bellashouseandpets.com

Subject line: MMR BIZ NET

FOR ANYONE LOOKING TO DO BUSINESS WITH BUSINESSES OR RESIDENTS IN THE MCDOWELL MOUNTAIN RANCH AREA

SEE YOU THERE!!!

Memorial day is a time for family, BBQs, official kick off to summer, and a day of remembrance. Pets can be a part of this relaxing and fun weekend – lets make sure it stays fun and doesn’t turn tragic with these tips:

Charlie playing in the backyard

1. Pets can get sun cancer. Breeds that are most susceptible to it include: boxers, Scottish terriers, bull mastiffs, Basset hounds, Weimaraners, Kerry blue terriers and Norwegian elkhounds.  http://www.petplace.com/dogs/skin-cancer-in-dogs/page1.aspx
2. Remember to keep your pets hydrated. Just because you may be out in the sun BBQing, doesn’t mean your pets are cool too. Make sure their water bowl is filled and there is plenty of shade for them.
3. Don’t EVER let your pet drink beer or liquor. These are toxic to pets and could kill them. You will not be laughing when your pet ends up in the ER or worse. Instead let them join in the fun with Bowser Beer. http://bowserbeer.com/
4. Cats and dogs will want to run and hide. Make sure the doors and gates stay locked and closed to avoid any LOST CAT or LOST DOG posters the next day. (If this does happen, check out these tips)
5. If you are BBQing, be careful if you give your pets scraps or bones. Bones can break and cause tears inside your pets intestines, or the food that they may not be used to could cause them to become sick.
6. If in the backyard with a pool – watch your pets around the pool. Some pets are great at it, others are not. When in doubt, be cautious.
7. If your pet isn’t completely okay with people of all shapes and sizes, you may want to give them their own “space” if you have a get together. Often times little boys are the highest risk for dog bites. They are at the same level as the pets.

Bella’s House & Pet Sitting wants to wish everyone a safe and happy three day weekend. Kick back, relax, enjoy this amazing weather… and consider grabbing a beer for you, and your dog (Bowser Beer that is!).

My fav Pet Sitter in Scottsdale is Bella's House & Pet Sitting!

If you are traveling – we have you covered and are having our own party and love with your pets while you are off elsewhere having fun!