Google reminds me daily that I need more storage. I've yet to purchase more, continually determined to deal with the thousands of emails I haven't read. When I do set a timer and attempt to delete and sort for fifteen minutes, it's usually never truly emails that are the problem. My storage is filled with … Continue reading Need more storage.
Tag: cats
For the strays.
I love the animals I care for as a pet-sitter, those officially belonging to clients and those nature gifted to them. When I see empty bowls outside the dwelling of an indoor pet, I know I'll likely find a bag of cat food in the pantry with a sticky note marked "for the strays". We share the … Continue reading For the strays.
Toe beans!
When I care for animals in their homes, I regularly end up on the floor just as much as I end up on the couch. Helping a pet feel comfortable with me as a sitter often involves reducing my height, lowering myself to the ground so that I seem less intimidating. At times, this means … Continue reading Toe beans!
Pet Sitting Tips
Sometimes when I’m working as an animal sitter, I have moments of hilarity, knowing things would have gone more smoothly with a little bit more forethought. Here are some tips that I’ve learned from mistakes. Maybe they’ll save you some effort! -When caring for a puppy, wear long sleeves and long pants and closed toe … Continue reading Pet Sitting Tips
Obligatory Introduction Post
Eventually, after enough people who aren’t related to me suggested I write, I thought maybe I should listen. I’ve never thought of myself as a writer, but the race bibs on my fridge are evidence that I can become who I didn’t think I could be. I have a background in education with a focus … Continue reading Obligatory Introduction Post
Beka Tucker 