Q&A

What is the best part and worst part about this job?

Great question! The best part is the clients of course. We really do become family. The worst part is the condition of the streets and traffic. 

Q&A to wrap the year...

 We asked if you had any questions and y'all did not dissapoint. I will post some daily until the first of the year!

What time do you start and finish your day, and do you work seven days a week?

Depending on the day, we can start as early as 5:30a. Pamela takes care of the majority of our cat clients, and we always start with them first. Our day ends around six unless someone books a later visit. Everyone is tucked in at about that time. We do work seven days a week. 364 days a year. The only day we just cannot work is Mardi Gras day because with our client base we just can not freely move around the city. 

Another family car ride...

Take a ride to Convent. It is absolutely beautiful. You can take a walk behind the crèche along the Oak allee. It has a beautiful view of the Mississippi River. 

What Tallulah eats...

One of the email questions asked about what we feed Tallulah. This was Henri and Isabelle's food too. Tallulah loves it and thankfully we have never had a belly issue. 

Time out for a quick Neil the Seal!

 I have been following Neill the Seal sightings on TikTok and I wish Neil would visit my pond! 

Speaking of Tallulah not being a popular name…

She was named after this small Louisiana town. I was reminded of the name while watching “Self Made” The movie about CJ Walker. 

• Madam C. J. Walker, born Sarah Breedlove on December 23, 1867, near Delta, Louisiana. She was a businesswoman who became a self-made millionaire from health care products she developed and sold for African Americans.

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The top-trending pet names in America, according to a new study

 Tallulah did not make it! Perhaps next year.

Best Pet Insurance Of 2023

Forbes Advisor published an article that evaluated plans to help you find the pet insurance. The article includes a quick compare for your pets. Great tool! We chose Pets Best for Tallulah. Thus far we have not had any issues with them!

Tallulah not concerned about her health!

7 Pet Industry Trends to Know (2024-2027)

 I love learning about the latest pet industry trends. This interesting article outlines the latest trends. Here are some things I found interesting…

The supplements category is expanding, specifically the growing number of CBD products.

The Hygiene category has some interesting things on the horizon. Toothpaste ranges, cleaning wipes, etc.

I was surprised to learn about all the technology around litter robots.  Also, Pretty Litter was something I did not realize existed. The litter changes colors based on the cat’s urine PH levels. It can help you detect illnesses in cats like worms, metabolic acidosis and UTI.  

Have you heard about The Bear & The Rat products that are sold at Whole Foods? I may be the last one to jump on this trend!

The DTC information is also interesting. I actually buy 100% DTC at this point.

Image from The Bear & The Rat website 

 

This cat presi gives me life!

 I love this toy!

That is it. That is the post! 

20 Pet Startups with a Promising Future

 From dog talking buttons to trackers, DNA tests and telehealth companies. Read all about it here.

My favorite travel crate

These are super easy to put up and the zippers are good quality. 

West and Willow Pet Portraits

 One of my favorite go to gift is West and Willow Pet Portraits. They generally have a prett quick turn around time and they are good qality. 

Dreaming of a little getaway in the woods?

 The Forest Retreat is about two hours from New Orleans around Gloster, Mississippi. It is on the edge of the Homochitto National Forest.The Fallen Tree House is such a peaceful place and it is dog friendly. Let me figure out when I can go! 

Animal Poision Control Center

 

Did you know that ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) is your best resource for any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year?

The telephone number is 888.426.4435 

Here is a link to both foods, plants and household products.

Foods including but not limited to:

Avocado

Chocolate, Coffee and Caffeine

Citrus

Coconut and Coconut Oil

Grapes and Raisins

Macadamia Nuts

Mike and Dairy

Nuts

Onions, Garlic and Chives

Xylitol

Yeast Dough

Cleaning Products including but not limited to:

Carpet Fresheners

Carpet Shampoo

Essential Oils

Fabric Softener Sheets

Plants including but not limited to:

Poinsettia

Sago Palm

Tulips

Azaleas

Lilies

 

Tallulah is a road dog!

We got Tallulah in August, and she has been to Texas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania and New York!  We are so thankful that she loves car rides. Did you know Pilot Gas Stations have dog parks in some locations? It really helped us plan our routes based on her stretching her legs.

Our current pet friendly hotel lately has been Home2Suites by Hilton. The small suite allows us to use her travel crate and still have plenty of room to move around. 

This was her last road trip. She is the big one... the little one is a client/her BFF that we got to pick up in New York and bring down to New Orleans. The adventure is on our insta if you want to check it out! 

Private Dog Park!?! Yes - you can rent that!

When the twins were little I paid for private yard time at Canine Connection. NOLA Sniff Spot would have been such a game changer for us. I am so glad New Orleans has this great option. It is off Carrollton Avenue near Rock n' Bowl. It is super easy. You book online and head off to play! 

Photos from NOLA Sniff Spot Instagram 

We learned so much!

Embark is pricey but great information that was really helpful!

We learned Tallulah is mostly Labrador, Weimaraner & Boxer and was about 4 months when we did the test. Here is a look at her wisdom panel. Looks like we have a healthy little girl!

This did not tell us how to turn her listening ears on!

 

We track Tallulah with Apple Airtag

Day 2

Great presi idea! 

(KNOCK ON WOOD) We have never lost a pet in our lives however it is one of my biggest fears. It literally keeps me up at night! We tracked the twins and now Tallulah with Apple Airtag(s). We also keep some handy for our overnight guests. It is affordable and compact and we use a water proof cover in case it gets wet. Awoo makes this great collar and/or harness if you want to go that route. 

It really does give me such peace of mind. 

On the first day of December ~ The Inner Pup of New Orleans

 We are so lucky to have this amazing orgination in New Orleans. I first met the founder, Genie Goldring in 2009 when she became a client of ours. What a true gift she is to this city. 

In 2015 Genie and her daughter Lindsey founded The Inner Pup with a plan for on-the-streets outeach and humane education in neighborhoods with little to no access to pet resources. They have made a huge impact in our city. Please check out the You can hlep  pages on the website to see what you can to help them out! I have had one of these amazing cakes and can say without hesitation... best $100. you could ever spend.