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What
services does your company provide?
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We provide in-home pet care for pets with owners who are not
available to provide such care due to absence or physical inability.
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We offer exercise therapy for pets belonging to owners who are
unable to provide such therapy themselves.
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We are experienced in the professional administration of
prescribed medications, whether oral, topical, and injectable.
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We are experienced with in-home fluid therapy administration for
animals with renal disease. We
gladly perform this service, with the approval of your veterinarian, by
providing this service and eliminating multiple vet visits, our goal is to save
you time and reduce your pet’s stress.
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We happily perform pedicures (nail trims).
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We will arrange for the transportation of your pet in the event
that you are unable to provide the same.
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We want to share our knowledge of behavior modification techniques
in order to help you and your pets to deal with stress in the environment more
easily. Exercises in handling can
be provided that will help you to improve your relationship with your pet.
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We offer basic obedience lessons, whether you need personally
provided one-on-one training of your pet, or assistance in learning proper
training techniques so that you can train your own pet.
What
is the difference between exercise therapy and in-home pet care?
Exercise
therapy involves providing an increased amount of physical activity in order to
improve your pet’s level of physical fitness; in-home pet care involves
feeding, administering medication, and allowing your pet the opportunity for a
walk outside to urinate and defecate.
What
is the usual amount of time allotted for a basic in-home pet care visit?
Each
visit on average lasts around 20 minutes; if your pet’s condition
requires a longer amount of time, that time will be given at each visit.
Additional charges may apply.
What
is the amount of time needed for a normal exercise therapy session?
Healthy
dogs should be provided with a minimum of three to four 20 minute sessions of
moderate physical activity to maintain good health. The first session normally
lasts no more than 20 minutes. If
it is determined that your pet enjoys and physically tolerates a more extended
exercise period, the session can be lengthened as your schedule permits.
Do
I need to be present during my pet’s exercise therapy sessions?
My
company is bonded and insured. Please
feel free to ask for references from other satisfied clients!
Is
exercise therapy really necessary?
It
is easy to overlook the fact that our pets need regular exercise when we are
often too busy to assure that we exercise regularly ourselves!
Exercise therapy helps to insure that your pet maintains physical
fitness, does not become overweight, and also provides an opportunity to play!
What
are the advantages of in-home pet care in lieu of using a boarding facility?
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Your pet is allowed to remain in a safe environment without
strange sights, smells, and sounds.
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Your pet will not be subjected to the stress of a diet change.
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Your pet’s normal routine is maintained and medical treatments
are provided in a familiar place.
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Your pet will not be exposed to other animals and the resulting
potential of illness or parasite infestation.
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The trauma of travel is eliminated.
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Personal attention from a single person that is already familiar
with your pet’s needs is provided.
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You will not feel that you are imposing on friends or neighbors by
asking them to care for your pet during your absence, and you will not have to
be worried that the caretaker will forget to take care of your pet! The owner
will not get upset at having to transport and then leave his/her pet at a
boarding facility.
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Crime deterring measures can be provided, such as turning on and
off indoor and outdoor lights, or picking up mail and newspapers, if you desire.
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Unlike a boarding facility, we charge by the visit, not by the
number of pets for which we provide care.
How
should I choose a pet care provider?
One
of the best ways to find a reputable pet care professional is through your
veterinarian. Veterinarians can provide their clients with a reference and
discuss the background of individuals specializing in animal care. You may also
ask for a recommendation from friends who own pets. A growing number of people are using pet care services, and
most are happy to provide you with the name of a service that they trust.
You should ask your potential pet care provider the following questions:
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Is he/she insured and bonded, and can proof of the same be
provided on request?
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What is his/her personal experience with animals?
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Does he/she have a animal medical or training experience?
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How long has he/she been providing this service?
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Can he/she maintain a schedule that is compatible with that of
your pet? It is best for your pet to maintain a routine as close to
normal as possible.
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Can he/she provide references?
References are a MUST. If
you own exotic animals, references should be provided for care of that type of
animal. Test the person’s
knowledge of your exotic animal by asking questions related to its care.
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Is a contingency plan in place in the event that the pet care
provider becomes unable to care for your animal due to illness or injury?
If such an event were to arise, who would be caring for your pet?
Ask for the opportunity to meet the alternate caregiver.
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Is the pet care professional willing to bring in the mail and
newspapers, water your plants, and turn on and off lights?
Some services will provide for the care of the house at no extra fee.
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The person you are interviewing should be able to respond to all
of your questions without hesitation. You must be able to trust your pet’s
caregiver to come into your home and provide care for your animals.
If you feel uncomfortable with the person’s answers to any of these
questions, or even if you get a bad feeling, please trust your instincts and
find another caregiver.
What
animals do we care for?
We love them all! Dogs, cats,
birds, reptiles, and fish, or even horses.
We are experienced in the handling and care of all types.
What
are the rates for the different services?
Please call or check the rates link on the web
page. Please call to confirm rates.
WHAT
IS ANIMAL FRIENDS OF WILMINGTON’S GOAL?
Our
main goal is to strengthen the owner and pet bond and to provide ways to
reduce
stress on both you and your pet.
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