Stories From The Sidewalks - Dog Walking

It's Wednesday again! Welcome back to my blog. Last week I gave my advice about keeping a travel bag with you or specific items in your car so you are always prepared to walk no matter what. Today, I am going to tell you the importance of poop bags! DO NOT FORGET THE POOP BAGS! Image courtesy of ZooPlus Yeah, those things! Keep those bad boys in your pockets, pants, coat, car, shoes..... because OMG! if you forget them, you might end up in an uncomfortable situation! And I cannot stress that enough. I've had two very unpleasant encounters with people. The first situation I ever encountered with someone was a walk with Charlie. When I arrived at Charlie's home, he darted out the door so I did not have the chance to grab a poop bag. While we were on the walk, of course he decided to poop in someone's yard. Next thing I know, an older women comes outside and starts yelling at me. I tried to explain the situation and that I would come back to clean...

Welcome back to my blog! UPDATE Last week I discussed how dogs cannot get COVID-19, well that has changed. There is still not enough evidence but according to the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD), a German Shepherd and a mixed breed from the same household on an Hong Kong Island has tested positive for COVID-19. The owner of the dogs was sick with COVID-19. However, the dogs are not showing any symptoms of the virus. The dogs are in quarantine and are being watched by the AFCD. But The Hong Kong animal-welfare authority stated “Under no circumstances should owners abandon their pets.” In addition, the The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) both agree there is no evidence at this point to conclude that pets can become sick with COVID-19. Anyways, back to business! Today I will be telling you how I prepare for all kinds of weather scenarios while dog walking. The best piece of advice I can give you is pac...

Welcome back to my blog! It's been a very interesting last two weeks to say the least for the entire world. If you have not heard, there is a global outbreak of the coronavirus also known as COVID-19. President Donald Trump has declared the United States of America under a state of emergency. The virus is a disease that spreads mainly from person-to-person. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) symptoms include fever, cough and shortness of breath. In other words, many are describing COVID-19 as a strong strain of the flu. The government is recommending that people stay home unless they HAVE to go out. The news media has the country panicking. Grocery stores are empty of toilet paper, cleaning supplies, milk, non-perishable items and much more. Jobs are closing. Restaurants are drive-thru only. Schools and universities are closed or online only. Unfortunately for me, my waitressing job has closed and my university has gone online. So what will I do for...