Jessica's blog posts

Alabama Rot - What dog owners need to know

Jessica
As dog owners it’s vital to be armed with knowledge about this worrying disease, what to look out for and what to do if you’re concerned.
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Alabama Rot - What dog owners need to know

Dogs in Hot Cars – Don’t Risk It!

Jessica
Warmer days are finally sneaking in - bliss! But it's super important to be mindful of your pets when driving and parking. Here are some helpful tips to raise awareness and prevent incidents of dogs getting locked in cars on hot days.
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Dogs in Hot Cars – Don’t Risk It!

Getting an uncooperative cat into a carrier

Jessica
Does your cat simply hate it when you pull out the carrier to go to the vet or a pet sitter’s house? Our guide will help you ease your cat into their carrier - with minimal scratches for you!
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Getting an uncooperative cat into a carrier

Common Meet and Greet mistakes to avoid

Jessica
The number one secret to a successful booking on Pawshake is a thorough meet and greet – but there are some common mistakes that are worth avoiding!
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Common Meet and Greet mistakes to avoid

Dog-friendly dining in Manchester

Jessica
All we’re dreaming about is Sunday lunch or brunch in a local pub or coffee in a cosy cafe....and the good news is your pooch needn’t stay at home and miss out on the fun!
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Dog-friendly dining in Manchester

Spring clean your profile!

Jessica
Summer isn't far away, and with it comes peak petsitting period, where all sorts of people are turning to Pawshake to find the perfect companion for their furry friends while they’re away. We've put together a few tips to get your Pawshake profile in excellent condition so that it is a sure stand-out
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Spring clean your profile!

Ten tasty human foods your pet can enjoy

Jessica
Easter is just around the corner, which means plenty of edible treats for us humans! We all know we need to keep the chocolate well out of reach of our furry friends, but there are still plenty of human foods that your cat or dog can enjoy as an occasional treat.
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Ten tasty human foods your pet can enjoy

Back to School Blues

Jessica
Kids back at school this week? Spare a thought for the furry children in your home, as even pets suffer from the back-to-school blues!
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Back to School Blues

What to do if a dog charges at you

Jessica
This week we have a chat with our Community Manager and super-experienced pet-sitter Sam about what to do in the event of a dog charging at you.
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What to do if a dog charges at you

Puppy Proofing Your Home

Jessica
Do you have a bundle of fluff coming into your home anytime soon? We chat with super-star Pawshake pet sitter Concetta about her experience adopting a puppy - she gives us her top 5 tips to make the transition a smooth one!
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Puppy Proofing Your Home

Dealing With Separation Anxiety in Pets

Jessica
This is one of the bigger challenges facing pet owners and pet sitters alike. Do you know a dog or cat suffering from separation anxiety? Read on for some simple solutions to make your pet's life (and yours!) a lot easier!
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Dealing With Separation Anxiety in Pets

High tea with fancy felines at Lady Dinah's Cat Emporium!

Jessica
This week we had the pleasure of chatting to Lauren from Lady Dinah's Cat Emporium, a beautiful cat-cafe right in the heart of London. Check out these snaps of the resident cats!
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High tea with fancy felines at Lady Dinah's Cat Emporium!

Best Dog Walks in London

Jessica
Here are some of our favourite local spots to walk your dog around our beautiful capital of London! Read on, Pawshake dog walkers...
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Best Dog Walks in London

12 Pets Who Want You To Be Their Valentine...

Jessica
For Valentines Day, we're celebrating the love of our faithful furry friends. We promise these 12 cuties from our Wall of Paws will melt your heart with their head-tilts and love-eyes. Squee!
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12 Pets Who Want You To Be Their Valentine...

5 ways to celebrate Lunar New Year with your pet!

Jessica
This Lunar Year of the Rooster, why not start off on a positive note and freshen up your life and home with your pet by your side? Here are five pet-friendly ways to celebrate the New Year.
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5 ways to celebrate Lunar New Year with your pet!