Most Popular Pet Names
I’ve been a dog walker / pet sitter for over 10 years so I think I have a decent sample size for determining common pet names.
I’ve been a dog walker / pet sitter for over 10 years so I think I have a decent sample size for determining common pet names.
Here’s a bit about me that you might not know: I am a fan of The Bachelor franchise. Don’t judge. :) I am particularly a fan of Nick Viall and recently on twitter he listed the Top 5 names for male dogs: https://twitter.com/viallnicholas28/status/1179810447865741312
So if you like this blog post, you have Nick to thank.
He listed: Steve, Jeff, Howard, Craig and Phil as the Top 5. The post isn’t clear to me but perhaps he is thinking of getting a dog? If so, I’d love to be his dog photographer!!
I do actually know a dog named Steve. He’s an adorable cockapoo. The samoyed puppy pictured above is named Kevin.
However the most common dog names I’ve run across in Charlotte are: Molly, Maggie, Sam, Lulu, Bella, Louis, and Winston. I think I’ve met more Molly’s and Maggie’s than any other names.
I have a Molly. We adopted her at the age of 5 and she came with her name. She has lots of nicknames too.
My Newest Dog Walking Client Rhodes
You can imagine my excitement when I got an inquiry recently about daily visits with a 9 week old golden retriever puppy. His name is Rhodes.
He is the cutest!
You can imagine my excitement when I got an inquiry recently about daily visits with a 9 week old golden retriever puppy. His name is Rhodes.
He is the cutest!
Since he is little, I’m currently seeing him twice a day while his parents are at work. Once he gets a little bigger, we’ll adjust the visits to just once a day.
Right now we are hanging out in his large fenced yard during my dog sitting visits. When he has a little more training, I’ll start walking him.
I meet with all of my new clients face to face. We discuss what you’d like for me to do during my time with your dog. I’ll text you after the visit and some times I even send you videos or cute pics of your dog from our visit.
Rest assured, your dog or super young pup will be in good hands. I’ll treat him like my own.
Overnight Pet Sitter
Do you travel occasionally for work? Do you like to go on vacation but you’re not sure how to best care for your dog while you’re away?
See Spot Run offers overnight pet sitting. We will come and stay in your home with your dog. This ensures that your dog stays where he is most comfortable and his routine stays the same.
During the time that we’re with him, we will do whatever you prefer: take him for a walk, play in your fenced yard, and have lots of snuggle time on the couch (if he’s allowed on the couch!) We will also feed him per your instructions and give him any medication needed.
Do you think your pup would prefer to stay in his own home while you’re away? This service works particularly well for really young or older dogs or for dogs who don’t do well be boarded.
This service is only offered in certain parts of 28209, 28210 and 28226 and we don’t offer this service in our own homes.
Be sure to inquire about the special pet sitting photo package offered to all pet sitting clients.
Dog Walker Rules
If you’re a client of mine, you know this: I am UBER careful with the dogs I walk. If you’ve entrusted me to care for your dog, my first priority is keeping your dog safe.
I’ve had my dog walking business for over 10 years and here are a few things I’ve learned during this time.
Not all dogs want or need the same amount of exercise. If you dog likes to power walk, that’s what we’ll do.
If you’re a client of mine, you know this: I am UBER careful with the dogs I walk. If you’ve entrusted me to care for your dog, my first priority is keeping your dog safe.
I’ve had my dog walking business for over 10 years and here are a few things I’ve learned during this time.
Not all dogs want or need the same amount of exercise. If you dog likes to power walk, that’s what we’ll do. If you dog prefers to linger and sniff, that’s okay with me too. I have dog clients that fall into both categories (which is great for me. Up to 15 power walks in one day may be a little much for me! ha)
I will avoid all dogs I don’t know when I’m out walking your dog. Until I know your dog, I won’t know how he will react when he meets another dog and I certainly don’t know how the other dog is going to react. Leashed dogs sometimes take on different personalities. My own dog Molly can be reactive towards other dogs when she is leashed up. I always cross the street and avoid dogs I don’t know.
Not all owners really understand their dogs… sorry but it’s true. Perhaps this has happened to you: someone is out walking their dog and says it’s okay to approach but their dog is telling you otherwise.
ALWAYS pick up the poo. No exceptions. It drives me nuts when I see someone out walking a dog and he/she doesn’t pick up after the dog. I’m “that” person who will say, “I’ve got an extra poop bag… do you need one??” Ugh #makesmesomad
During the hot summer months, if we have to walk across hot pavement, we do so very quickly. I don’t want your dogs’ paws to get too hot and burn on the pavement.
These are a just a few of the rules I follow every time I’m walking a dog. I want to make certain your dog has a fun time while he’s out with me and that he is always safe.
If you are looking for a responsible, caring dog walker or pet sitter, contact me today!
Brady and Ferguson
These two cuties are Brady and Ferguson. They turned 9 in June which makes me shake my head in disbelief because I've known them since they were 3 months old. Their dad contacted me back in September 2009 and they've been a client ever since. I see them every day while their dad is at work.
These two cuties are Brady and Ferguson. They turned 9 in June which makes me shake my head in disbelief because I've known them since they were 3 months old. Their dad contacted me back in September 2009 and they've been a client ever since. I see them every day while their dad is at work.
Brady on the left in the photo above likes to walk. Fergie on the right loves to be outside (as long as the ground isn't wet) but he doesn't love to walk. He prefers to sit and look around with his nose in the air. His dad and I think that might be because he's had some foot issues.
Every day when I walk into their house, they come running to greet me. Brady usually gets to me first and he jumps up to say hi. Ferguson runs over too, waits for me to pet him and then they go flying to the back door and wait for me to open it. I sometimes think they must sit and look out the back windows watching the squirrels and the birds because they go zooming out and sometimes bark as if to say, "This is my yard, get out!" They're pretty funny and very predictable.
They live close to me too so I get to see them frequently when their dad is out walking them. One of the best feelings in the world is when they see me and they get all excited. Even though I've most likely just seen them a few hours earlier in the day while their dad was at work, they're still running towards me pulling their dad along to come over and say hi. I've said it before and I'll say it again, I have the best job in the world.
If you think your dog would enjoy a midday break while you're at work, get in touch. We will take them for a walk, let them roam your backyard or whatever they'd like to do. #bestjobever
Hot Temperatures
We live in Charlotte NC and that means we have several months of hot temperatures during the summer.
We live in Charlotte NC and that means we have several months of hot temperatures during the summer. When I photograph dogs during these month, I can pretty much guarantee that most of the photos will look like this. The dog will be panting. The tongue will be hanging out of his mouth.
According to petmd.com, once a dog's body temperature rises, he can't sweat through his skin like we do to cool off. Dogs do sweat through their paw pads, but it's by panting that dogs circulate the necessary air through their bodies to cool down. In really hot temperatures some short nosed dogs like pugs and bulldogs have a very difficult time trying to cool off.
Here are a few pointers to help your dog stay healthy and safe during the hot summer months:
- Plan to exercise your dog earlier in the day when it isn't so hot
- Be aware that the pads of their feet can burn on hot pavement. Put the back of your hand on the pavement for 5 seconds. If it is hot to you, it's too hot for their paws.
- Recognize that dogs can get heat stroke. I know a woman who was running with her lab and he died on the run of heat stroke. She had no idea it could happen. Please educate yourself and others. Seeing people running with their dog this time of year drives me crazy. If the dog is lagging behind on the run with a human, that's probably a sign.
- Never leave your car in a vehicle.
As a dog walker and pet sitter, the summer months are busy with clients on vacation. I will opt for shorter walks during the midday hot temperatures and then play indoors. While I am walking, I try to stay in the shade and in the grass. I tend to do longer walks earlier in the morning.
I am overly cautious with my dogs and with my client's dogs in hot temperatures. Safety first!