Category Archives: South Carolina
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Puppy Needs a Home
Posted on January 25, 2012 by awayhomepetcare in Columbia, Dogs, Lost Pets, South CarolinaA client of ours is look for a foster home or adoptive family to take in this precious female boxer mix. She is very sweet and affectionate and crate trained. Right now she weighs about 42 lbs. She was found sleeping on our client’s porch last week and she just walked over and greeted our [...]
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Walk the Dog
Posted on January 9, 2012 by awayhomepetcare in Dogs, Pet Health, Pets, South Carolina, Training, UtahMost dog owners out there probably own a collar and a leash. Whether or not they use it is another story entirely. Taking your dog for a walk is an activity that benefits both you and your pet in a variety of ways. From physical exercise to emotional bonding, walking the dog has benefits for the [...]
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Simpsonville, SC Committee to Review Dog Issues
Posted on January 8, 2012 by awayhomepetcare in News, Pets, South CarolinaThe mayor of Simpsonville, SC set up a committee to review issues related to dogs. Some of the concerns include a lack of places to exercise dogs, and the condition of the Simpsonville City Animal Kennel. Citizens are hoping to replace the roof and clear out brush surrounding the kennel. They’d also like to make [...]
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Pet Sitters Keep Your Pet Comfy At Home
Posted on January 5, 2012 by awayhomepetcare in Dogs, Pets, South Carolina, UtahEven with their cushy lives our pets do have hardships. Pets are often left at home for extended periods of time with no interaction or attention. When your life gets busy, your pet’s life often gets lonely. The good news is that this doesn’t have to be reality for your pet. Away Home and Pet Care is a service that provides loving interactions from a pet sitter to your pet inside your own home.
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Stolen Bamburg, SC Dogs Being Used for Fighting
Posted on January 4, 2012 by awayhomepetcare in Dogs, Pets, South CarolinaFour dogs have recently disappeared from a Bamburg, South Carolina “no-kill” shelter. According to the Mary Ann Morris Animal Society, it is believed that these stolen dogs are being used for dog fighting. The dogs stolen from the shelter include popular breeds typically used for dog fighting: pit bulls. Board member Ruthie Morris says “All [...]
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Columbia, South Carolina Pet Licensing Requirements
Posted on January 2, 2012 by awayhomepetcare in Cats, Columbia, Dogs, Pets, South CarolinaWe’re often asked what the pet licensing requirements are for the city of Columbia, South Carolina, so here they are in a nutshell: The city of Columbia, South Carolina requires that all pets are licensed every year and will cost you less if your dog or cat has been spayed or neutered. Provide proof of rabies [...]
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Kennel Cough Shot Twice a Year?
Posted on January 1, 2012 by awayhomepetcare in Dogs, Pet Health, Pets, South Carolina, UtahAccording to an article at ottawacitzen.com, most dogs should get a kennel cough shot twice per year. Kennel cough is highly infectious, and “Boarding kennels, animals shelters and breeders constantly worry that their facilities will become infected with kennel cough….” and can last up to 20 days. One of the benfits of using a professional pet [...]
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PetMed Mobile Vet available on Saturdays in Columbia, SC
Posted on January 1, 2012 by awayhomepetcare in Cats, Dogs, Events, Pet Health, Pets, South CarolinaAlthough there is no sign posted because of Lexington County’s new sign regulations, PetMed Mobile Vet will be available at the following locations in the Columbia, SC area: CAROLINA POTTERY 2816 August Rd West Columbia, SC 29170 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Every Saturday WALGREENS 1903 S Lake Dr Lexington, SC 29073 12:30 pm [...]
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Happy New Year!
Posted on December 27, 2011 by awayhomepetcare in News, Pets, South Carolina, Utah2011 has been an incredible year for Away Home & Pet Care, and we are very grateful for the kindness and warmth you have shown our pet sitters. We have had the privilege of getting to know even more of South Carolina‘s furry friends, and were fortunate enough to realize the opening of another location [...]
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Dining With Dogs at Mr. Friendly’s – Columbia, SC
Posted on September 14, 2011 by awayhomepetcare in Columbia, Dogs, Events, Pets, South CarolinaOne of our absolute favorite restaurants in Columbia, SC – Mr. Friendly’s – is partnering with Pupcakes Boutique (one of our favorite pet shops) to bring you an evening spent with your special pooch! You’ll get to dine on the patio and your pup will enjoy a 3-course dinner prepared by Pupcakes Boutique. Where: Mr. [...]
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