Hi all,
M apologies for the lack of updates. I am still having to borrow an internet connection while my router is undergoing repairs, and I am having some pregnancy complications (hyperemesis gravidarum), so I have been banished to bed for a few days. :( I am hoping to be able to get regular updates up and running again this week, since I am now rehydrated and lightly medicated so that I can keep food and water down.
I'm posting this entry to let everyone know that our main phone number has changed. The new number, which is a dedicated business line (as opposed to using our cell phone numbers previously) is: 505.750.ITDH (505.750.4834). Ours of operation are 8am - 8pm Mnday - Friday, and 9am - 8pm Saturday and Sunday. Of course, petsits begin earlier and run later.
If you have an emergency and need to contact us immediately, feel free to use our cell phone numbers, but we ask that for regular bookings, etc that you use the new number, since it keeps our costs down.
And now, a quick update on your pets:
L.AL: B was still a bit sore today. I'm hoping that we didnt run her too hard on Friday! We took it easy on her today, poor baby girl. She was still very excited, as was R, but definitely limping a bit on that left rear leg. Hopefully she wasnt too full of energy when you got home today! We have really been trying to wear them out, and she does alot of jumping and twisting at the park, so we will keep a close eye on her this week and make sure that isnt contributing to it.
M.SL: J was a happy, lovey boy as usual today! Full of smiles!!! Had a great time on his walk - i dont think he ever really has a bad time, unless a storm is coming in, and even then he still sniffs around and smiles, but wants to make it quick! Got all his meds and the dreaded spray, as well as fresh water and some food and treats.
Normally I would have some pics for you guys, but since I'm on a borrowed connection, I dont have the 30 minutes it takes to upload them! :)
Hope you all are well!
Monday, October 5, 2009
Friday, October 2, 2009
One last post before I lose connection.
Before I lose my connection, I wanted to post a few things about services, and the inevitable "bad things happen".
On occasion, things happen. Like when my daughter was hospitalized, and my horrible morning sickness, etc. We try as hard as we can to avoid these things, but unfortunately life happens, and it happens to us too.
Our policy is that if we are going to be late, we will contact you to let you know that something has delayed us, and we will be there as soon as possible. We do not charge for these visits, and in most cases I will throw in an additional free visit for the inconvenience. We do have instances where a petsit may run over (ill pet, etc), and that causes us to spend more time with that pet to ensure their safety, causing us to run late. Also, recently my daughter was hospitalized, and we have had a rash of follow up appointments with her primary doctor as well as a Renal specialist to ensure that her kidneys did not suffer any permanent damage. Unfortunately, these appointments can als run long, since labwork has to be done, and they need us to wait for the results since it is such an important issue. Just this morning her half hour appointment went for 2 hours solely because of labwork alone. She still has a high white cell count, so that labwork is essential in determing treatment. Also, I am not always available these days, due to suffering some very bad morning sickness, and being ordered to bed rest since the morning sickness has left me dehydrated and weak. Thankfully we have Brian to back me up, so even if we are running late, we will not miss a sit.
I would like to thank you all for being so flexible and understanding. I know that you rely on us to care for your babies, and it's not a common occurence for us to be more than 30 minutes late. And of course, if we are running late we make efforts to contact you so that you are aware of what time we are going to be there.
We are back on time for the rest of todays sits, so no worries, folks. I just wanted to reiterate that unfortunately things happen, and in the event that they do, we will make every effort to not only be there ASAP, but we will also never charge you for visits where we are not on time.
Also, if I am your preferred sitter, I want to thank you for your understanding and patience while I am suffering through the first trimester. I have some health issues that complicate pregnancy, and I am not always able to push past them and work my usual 13 hour days. I make every effort to be the one that takes care of your pets, but I do have to have Brian take over for me on those days where my health issues are just too much. Brian has met all of your pets, and also has experience in Veterinary Medicine. He is wonderful with animals of all kinds, and I guarantee that your pets are getting the same amount of love and care from him as they do from me. We guarantee that we will never miss a visit, and again, if for some reason we are running late, we will contact you. Today was our first instance where we were more than 30 minutes behind, and thankfully have caught up.
I just wanted to share this with all of you, so that you are aware of what will happen in the event that we are delayed. I've been doing this for years, and have yet to find a single petsitter that hasnt had something pop up on occasion. And with winter edging up on us, I wanted to get this out there, since weather is also a factor. Thankfully we don't have a to of snow out here, but it does happen. I remember last year It took me over an hour just to get to a petsit due to icy roads in the morning!
I know this post may seem unnecessary, but I want our policy on this to be clear. And I want all of you to know that although life happens, we will still be there.
On occasion, things happen. Like when my daughter was hospitalized, and my horrible morning sickness, etc. We try as hard as we can to avoid these things, but unfortunately life happens, and it happens to us too.
Our policy is that if we are going to be late, we will contact you to let you know that something has delayed us, and we will be there as soon as possible. We do not charge for these visits, and in most cases I will throw in an additional free visit for the inconvenience. We do have instances where a petsit may run over (ill pet, etc), and that causes us to spend more time with that pet to ensure their safety, causing us to run late. Also, recently my daughter was hospitalized, and we have had a rash of follow up appointments with her primary doctor as well as a Renal specialist to ensure that her kidneys did not suffer any permanent damage. Unfortunately, these appointments can als run long, since labwork has to be done, and they need us to wait for the results since it is such an important issue. Just this morning her half hour appointment went for 2 hours solely because of labwork alone. She still has a high white cell count, so that labwork is essential in determing treatment. Also, I am not always available these days, due to suffering some very bad morning sickness, and being ordered to bed rest since the morning sickness has left me dehydrated and weak. Thankfully we have Brian to back me up, so even if we are running late, we will not miss a sit.
I would like to thank you all for being so flexible and understanding. I know that you rely on us to care for your babies, and it's not a common occurence for us to be more than 30 minutes late. And of course, if we are running late we make efforts to contact you so that you are aware of what time we are going to be there.
We are back on time for the rest of todays sits, so no worries, folks. I just wanted to reiterate that unfortunately things happen, and in the event that they do, we will make every effort to not only be there ASAP, but we will also never charge you for visits where we are not on time.
Also, if I am your preferred sitter, I want to thank you for your understanding and patience while I am suffering through the first trimester. I have some health issues that complicate pregnancy, and I am not always able to push past them and work my usual 13 hour days. I make every effort to be the one that takes care of your pets, but I do have to have Brian take over for me on those days where my health issues are just too much. Brian has met all of your pets, and also has experience in Veterinary Medicine. He is wonderful with animals of all kinds, and I guarantee that your pets are getting the same amount of love and care from him as they do from me. We guarantee that we will never miss a visit, and again, if for some reason we are running late, we will contact you. Today was our first instance where we were more than 30 minutes behind, and thankfully have caught up.
I just wanted to share this with all of you, so that you are aware of what will happen in the event that we are delayed. I've been doing this for years, and have yet to find a single petsitter that hasnt had something pop up on occasion. And with winter edging up on us, I wanted to get this out there, since weather is also a factor. Thankfully we don't have a to of snow out here, but it does happen. I remember last year It took me over an hour just to get to a petsit due to icy roads in the morning!
I know this post may seem unnecessary, but I want our policy on this to be clear. And I want all of you to know that although life happens, we will still be there.
Quick update
Hi guys! Just wanted to give everyone a heads up on the status of the blog.
We have been having some network problems. Our internet connection has been unreliable at best lately, and I fear our router may be dying. Trying to get it fixed, but it seems to only work when it wants to (I'm using my mother's internet to post this). Looks like I may have to just replace it. Which is tough since i use a USB modem through Verizon, so it takes a certain type of router, which isnt exactly cheap. The modem itself works, but the computers are all new, and finding the drivers to use it as a stand alone has proven to be rough. Maybe I should just upgrade the whole system and call it a day!
I also had a bout of horrible sickness for the last 3 days. Feeling better today, but that was a very rough time. I had forgotten how rough the first trimester is!
Anyway, with any luck with some tech support today, I should be able to have everything back up and running tonight or tomorrow morning. Thankfully my email comes to my Blackberry, so you guys can still reach me via email.
Hope you and yours are well!!
We have been having some network problems. Our internet connection has been unreliable at best lately, and I fear our router may be dying. Trying to get it fixed, but it seems to only work when it wants to (I'm using my mother's internet to post this). Looks like I may have to just replace it. Which is tough since i use a USB modem through Verizon, so it takes a certain type of router, which isnt exactly cheap. The modem itself works, but the computers are all new, and finding the drivers to use it as a stand alone has proven to be rough. Maybe I should just upgrade the whole system and call it a day!
I also had a bout of horrible sickness for the last 3 days. Feeling better today, but that was a very rough time. I had forgotten how rough the first trimester is!
Anyway, with any luck with some tech support today, I should be able to have everything back up and running tonight or tomorrow morning. Thankfully my email comes to my Blackberry, so you guys can still reach me via email.
Hope you and yours are well!!
Monday, September 28, 2009
client update for 9.28.09
Sorry for the lack of pics today guys, but I am feeling way under the weather this evening. My back is all outta whack and the morning sickness can't tell time. This is the first day I have felt truly horrible. :(
S.AM. The kids are still doing well! P managed to keep her sweater on all day, despite S's efforts to remove it! N is being a huge love bug, as is G, and Da is perched atop her spot on the kitty condo. Do is back under the bed for the time being. But at least she did come out some while I was here! S and P have been playing a ton today! It's hilarious! M is still eyeing the door, like I dont know she isnt allowed out there! Silly kitty! They are all pretty laid back tonight, maybe they know I'm feeling icky. They all ate well today, and I'm sure I will have a bedful tonight! Hopefully the house looks ok. I vacuumed last night, since it was getting a little furry! Also going to pooper scoop the back yard in the morning. :)
H.AM. S and B were both perky and happy today! I'm sure they will be so happy to see you guys tomorrow though! Lots of playtime and lovin today, as well as treat hunting! P and H were fairly mellow, just kinda hanging out and watching Brian clean the litter boxes. S's leg is still looking good, not a single limp since you guys have been gone! Everyone ate well today, although B still really wants a little extra with his food!
D.CO. Brian talked with you earlier, but U was awesome today. Happy to get out and about and not a limp to be seen. He got all his PT (I think he is counting the seconds until the balance board goes away though!), and his massage this afternoon, and was very pleased! Had his kong and fresh water this afternoon, ate well today (of course!) and was just his usual happy, lovey, smiley self. It's weird seeing him so early in the evenings now! Had gotten used to going so much later!
M.SL. J was a happy boy again today! I swear that he is THE happiest dog on earth. Had a great walk and lots of love, as well as his usual meds and treats and all that good stuff. It still cracks me up that he tries to slink off when the spray comes out, but he always stops at the bedroom door!
L.AL. Tried to make sure B and R were worn out again today! Walked to and from the park, and they did great! They are getting really really good and being near strange people, and even managed to pretty much ignore an off leash dog! As long as they are on the other side of the street, we're usually good! They seemed pretty tired by the time they were done today, but I think they are hiding coffee somewhere since they usually have a second burst of energy right as we leave. I think my feeling bad confuses them, poor guys. I'm usually so excited to see them, and today I was just blah. Hope they know that doesnt mean I dont love them any less!
I promise to upload pics and stuff tomorrow. I am just so beat tonight and icky tonight. I forgot how rough the first trimester can get. :(
Client update for 9.27.09
Day late on the update, sorry guys! My internet connection was acting up, so I had to spend a little time with tech support this morning to get it working again. Gotta love technology!
UPDATES FOR SUNDAY:
S.AM. Talked with you a bit this morning, right before Do scared the bejeezus out of me in the hallway! Wasnt expecting to see her out there and we both jumped a bit! Everyone is doing great. S and P are playing up a storm! G took over the dog bed, laying right in the middle, looking rather princely! N has become my newest shadow, she follows me around in search of ear scratches and belly rubs. She is the sweetest thing ever! She slept with me for a bit last night....or should I say us, since I also had P, M, and G in bed with me! Lots of snuggles! This morning Miss M was really lovey, kneading on me and even wanting Belly rubs! Da is, of course, still a huge lover. She got her lovins and belly rubs too! She still makes me feel like she is going to fall right off the cat condo though! Everyone is eating and drinking well, and being very lovey! As soon as I can get the Camera off of B I will post pics! Took some video of the girls playing as well, but not sure how it came out yet.
H.AM. S and B are doing great! B seems to be moving past the "but i want something else with my food!!!' hump, and S is just the sweetest girl. She still seems to think that she is a lap dog, though! H and P are doing awesome too. P is a little lovier than H, but H has finally figured out that we are there to love on him, too. The treat hunts continue to amuse us, and even my own dogs are starting to get better at it now! (they must have heard us talking about how awesome it is to watch S and B do it!).
M.SL. Always good to see J on a weekend! He was a smiley, trotting boy yesterday, and was happy to get out and about. I really do love that he always has a smile for us, it makes me feel all warm and fuzzy! Not to mention he seems to help with the morning sickness. Apparently the cure for that (and really it should be called ALL DAY sickness!) is a smile from J, some kisses, and playing dead! I have to say that when you guys go back home I am gonna miss him like crazy!
Ok, that's it for Sunday. Will get the pics and stuff up as soon as I can!
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Client update for 9.26.09
It's been a long day, but only because I feel icky! Thankfully it's hard to focus on feeling icky when you're with adorable fur babies all day!
S.AM: Had a full bed last night! P, G and Da were sleeping with me last night. And this morning, Miss M joined in, climbing up on the bed for some lovins. It was adorable! I think at some point Do came out last night, but I was so groggy I couldnt tell if it was her or Da! By morning, it was just P, G, and Da in bed with me though. S continues to amuse me to no end. She loves to play with me, and of course, P must join in. N is just a huge sweetheart. So mellow, and so sweet. She loves getting her ears rubbed! Still having a great time with them all. They are all eating drinking, and behaving very well. G still follows me around all the time. He is my little shadow! And i have yet to wake up without him either on, or near my head! It's really sweet and cute. How can anyone resist him??? Hope you all are having a blast!!
S.AM: Had a full bed last night! P, G and Da were sleeping with me last night. And this morning, Miss M joined in, climbing up on the bed for some lovins. It was adorable! I think at some point Do came out last night, but I was so groggy I couldnt tell if it was her or Da! By morning, it was just P, G, and Da in bed with me though. S continues to amuse me to no end. She loves to play with me, and of course, P must join in. N is just a huge sweetheart. So mellow, and so sweet. She loves getting her ears rubbed! Still having a great time with them all. They are all eating drinking, and behaving very well. G still follows me around all the time. He is my little shadow! And i have yet to wake up without him either on, or near my head! It's really sweet and cute. How can anyone resist him??? Hope you all are having a blast!!
H.AM. S is still doing soooo well, and is still all over Brian! B is doing great, but is starting to get a bit picky with his food. We're trying a few new things, and I think Im going to pick up some Chicken Broth tomorrow and see if he digs that with his food. He is still eating though, we've just had to be creative today. More cheese seems to work, but I've found that the majority of picky dogs really like some warm chicken broth on their food, so it's worth a shot! The treat hunts are still going well! S got the most last time, but B doesnt give up easily! H and P are doing great too. They seem to wonder why we keep leaving only to come back again in a few hours. Check out the video B took of the treat hunt!
G.LI: B was a happy girl this morning! Really happy to get out today. She was not interested in a walk this morning, so we took her outside to go potty and played and loved on her outside. I think she is missing you and is a little upset over it. Like she thought if she left the house she might miss you coming back or something. She got lots of belly rubs and hugs and kisses (how can you resist that face, right?), but seemed sad when we had to leave. I'm sure she was thrilled to see you today! Unfortunately we forgot the camera (lost my phone, and BB has no SD card at the moment...).
B.SI: C was her usual frisbee bearing self tonight! Still have one more visit with her tonight, but she was very happy to have her dinner visit and walk! Went over to the park as usual, and she got to sniff around. She was wagging and smiling the whole time. I don't think I've ever seen her less than happy!
G.LI: B was a happy girl this morning! Really happy to get out today. She was not interested in a walk this morning, so we took her outside to go potty and played and loved on her outside. I think she is missing you and is a little upset over it. Like she thought if she left the house she might miss you coming back or something. She got lots of belly rubs and hugs and kisses (how can you resist that face, right?), but seemed sad when we had to leave. I'm sure she was thrilled to see you today! Unfortunately we forgot the camera (lost my phone, and BB has no SD card at the moment...).
B.SI: C was her usual frisbee bearing self tonight! Still have one more visit with her tonight, but she was very happy to have her dinner visit and walk! Went over to the park as usual, and she got to sniff around. She was wagging and smiling the whole time. I don't think I've ever seen her less than happy!
Friday, September 25, 2009
Client update for 9.25.09
Please forgive the short update tonight, but I am feeling LOUSY, and, as luck would have it, my phone somehow managed to disappear today, along with my memory card, that has all the pictures on it. Luckily, I have a plethora of phones, and was able to switch back to my Blackberry, and the only thing that was lost was the pics for today. I will get pics tomorrow though, I promise!
S.AM: P and G slept with me again last night! It's really adorable. P curls up under the covers with me, and G seems to like to lay right on top of my head! M has been VERY social today, and seems to really want to sneak outside, but I make sure she isnt near the door when I open it. Da has been hanging out in her usual spot, and is soooo lovey! I love her little purr! Do is still feeling me out, but has been sneaking out at night. Got up to use the bathroom in the middle of the night and saw her in the hallway. N is enjoying all the affection. She is such a mellow girl! S was playful last night and today, and was playing with P and myself! At one point she was spinning in circles! So cute!!!! Going to try to get video of it tomorrow morning sometime. Everyone is eating and drinking well, and the kitties seem to appreciate the love and clean litter boxes.
H.AM: S and B are both doing great! S really likes to try to snuggle with Brian! The girl dogs seem to really love him for some reason! Both are eating and drinking well, and love all the affection and playtime. P has turned out to be a huge lover kitty, and H has warmed up as well! Such cuties! The treat hunts continue to amuse us like mad. I really wish my dogs were as good at that game!
D.CO: I know B already talked to you about U's appointment. Wish I could've made it, but the morning sickness was really really bad this morning. I really wish it would go away already! Anyway, it is good to know he is losing weight AND gaining muscle back in that leg! WOOHOO!!!!!!!! Had his PT on his afternoon visit , although I think he was miffed that the balance board didnt go away. Great walk tonight. Glad that we are getting out a bit earlier with him. The GC is starting to get deserted later at night already.
L.AL: B and R had a blast with today. Had a great time at the park, although had to leave a bit early since there was a BIG dog that was off leash, and B was not pleased with that at all. She is used to having the park to herself, and Sir R of course! They should be pretty tired either way though. Lots of playtime at the park, and afterward. Im not sure they can be entirely tired out without the help of one of those ball pitching machines! I'm thinking of turning them into a sled team during the winter to wear them out!
We missed J today, hope that you are feeling better M!
S.AM: P and G slept with me again last night! It's really adorable. P curls up under the covers with me, and G seems to like to lay right on top of my head! M has been VERY social today, and seems to really want to sneak outside, but I make sure she isnt near the door when I open it. Da has been hanging out in her usual spot, and is soooo lovey! I love her little purr! Do is still feeling me out, but has been sneaking out at night. Got up to use the bathroom in the middle of the night and saw her in the hallway. N is enjoying all the affection. She is such a mellow girl! S was playful last night and today, and was playing with P and myself! At one point she was spinning in circles! So cute!!!! Going to try to get video of it tomorrow morning sometime. Everyone is eating and drinking well, and the kitties seem to appreciate the love and clean litter boxes.
H.AM: S and B are both doing great! S really likes to try to snuggle with Brian! The girl dogs seem to really love him for some reason! Both are eating and drinking well, and love all the affection and playtime. P has turned out to be a huge lover kitty, and H has warmed up as well! Such cuties! The treat hunts continue to amuse us like mad. I really wish my dogs were as good at that game!
D.CO: I know B already talked to you about U's appointment. Wish I could've made it, but the morning sickness was really really bad this morning. I really wish it would go away already! Anyway, it is good to know he is losing weight AND gaining muscle back in that leg! WOOHOO!!!!!!!! Had his PT on his afternoon visit , although I think he was miffed that the balance board didnt go away. Great walk tonight. Glad that we are getting out a bit earlier with him. The GC is starting to get deserted later at night already.
L.AL: B and R had a blast with today. Had a great time at the park, although had to leave a bit early since there was a BIG dog that was off leash, and B was not pleased with that at all. She is used to having the park to herself, and Sir R of course! They should be pretty tired either way though. Lots of playtime at the park, and afterward. Im not sure they can be entirely tired out without the help of one of those ball pitching machines! I'm thinking of turning them into a sled team during the winter to wear them out!
We missed J today, hope that you are feeling better M!
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