Category: Dog Walking
Why We Won’t Use Choke Chains, Prong Collars, or Shock Collars
Do you use a choke, prong, or shock collar with your dog? Or have you been advised by a trainer to use one? Maybe you have a large, strong dog who pulls on leash or a dog with very serious behavior problems, and you feel like one of these tools is your only option for…
How to Keep Your Dog’s Paws Safe from Hot Pavement
Imagine walking across sizzling concrete sidewalk with bare feet – ouch! You wouldn’t be able to walk a few steps without putting yourself at risk for serious burns. Though dogs have thick skin on their paw pads, they’re still at risk for getting burnt on summer walks every time they walk over concrete, pavement, or…
The Dangers of Hot Pavement on Dog Feet
Dog paws are tough. For generations, our canine friends have traveled over rocky terrain, snow and tall grass without the help of socks or hiking boots, but they’re not made to withstand extremely hot pavement, concrete, and gravel. On hot days, paw pads can burn within 30 seconds of contact. Before you walk your dog…
How Much Exercise Does Your Dog Need?
You’re a devoted dog owner, and you spend some time outside with your dog when you can – but is it enough? Each dog has individual needs, but you can get a good idea of how much exercise they’ll require to be healthy and happy when you compare your dog with others of the same…
Checklist for Hiring a Dog Walker
The days of blindly choosing a new service provider from a phone book are long gone. Today, completing research when choosing a professional is essential and that becomes even more important when it involves the care and well-being of your dog. Before deciding to hire a professional dog walker, ask plenty of questions of the dog…
How to Pay for Dog Walking and Pet Sitting Services
Ready Pet Go accepts all major credit cards through our online scheduling system. Clients are required to have a credit card on file in our system before they can schedule dog walking or pet sitting services. Our scheduling system integrates with WePay to securely store customer credit card information, and only the last four digits…