At Boston Fetch we like to take our dog walks off-road every once in a while. Our dogs love stepping off the sidewalk and taking a relaxing hike through nature.
As the crisp autumn air rolls in, it’s important to remember that flea and tick season isn’t over yet. Though the colors of those crunchy, fallen leaves are full of New England charm, they can obscure the last of the season's tick hatchlings and lend us a false sense of security. These pesky parasites can still pose a threat to your furry friend - even after the ground frosts over a few times. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you prepare your dog for flea and tick season this fall.
Fall in New England is a magical time, with vibrant foliage, crisp air, and scenic landscapes that make it the perfect season for outdoor adventures. Now maybe I’m biased but in my estimation one of the best ways to enjoy this season is by taking a fun, leisurely and scenic hike with a dog (or three!)
At Boston Fetch we do everything in our power to give your pup a thoughtful, enriching, fun private or group walk - it’s our calling! But there’s 24 hours in a day and plenty of amazing trails, nature preserves, arboretums and wilderness to explore in New England - and this is the time of year to do it! Looking for an excuse to get out of the house and enjoy the colors leaves with your dog? Where’s a few:
Boston Fetch is shining a spotlight on one of our favorite dog friendly, local shops in Boston - Boston General Store. BGS is a one-of-a-kind purveyor of unique, charming, useful, and well crafted goods for humans and dogs alike! With locations in Brookline and Dedham Boston General Store is a great destination for anyone in need of a thoughtful gift, bespoke office or home supplies, kitchen wares, and (most importantly for Boston Fetch fans) treats, toys, and supplies for your furry friend! We wanted to know more about their process of supplying Boston’s and Brookline’s dogs with the best products around and thankfully Ashlee Cooper, Content & Community Engagement Specialist, was kind enough to let us know more about their crafted selection of dog favorites!
Boston Fetch has been fortunate over our 10 years in business (more on that in the coming months!) to work alongside some of the most talented and compassionate dog handlers on this planet. Our staff of creative, kind, and knowledgeable Pet Care Professionals are the lifeblood of our growing business and the reason everyone of our furry clients are so happy to see us everyday!
Boston, Massachusetts, is a city that embraces its four-legged residents with open paws. Whether you’re a proud dog owner or just a dog walker like us, there are plenty of amazing parks and places where you can enjoy quality time with your canine companion. From scenic walks to pet-friendly breweries, here’s a guide to the best spots in Boston for you and your furry friend:
As Pet Care Professionals with Boston Fetch we know the importance of socialization, mental stimulation, companionship, exercise, and love for each and every dog we are fortunate to walk. As social creatures (descendants of wolves and their packs!) it’s so important to provide these key elements to a dogs life as early as possible. For some of us that adopt or rescue adult or senior dogs - -remember that it’s NEVER too late to teach an old dog new tricks!
Pulling on the leash while on a walk is extremely common, yet some new and long-time pet parents feel like it can be an insurmountable challenge to correct. Good news though - with the correct gear it can be a breeze to resolve.
Last Hope K9 Rescue is holding adoption events all through the spring and they are hoping your home could be the perfect fit for their amazing group of rescue pups and dogs!
To make finding that perfect fit a bit easier for you we compiled a list of the most important questions to ask your prospective dog walker. To make it even easier for you Boston Fetch has provided answers to all your (and your dogs) questions below!
Over Christmas my wife bought me a book by Bronwen Dickey titled, “Pit Bull.” It’s a sociological non-fiction piece about the heroic journey and tragic misunderstanding of America’s dog - The Pit Bull Terrier as well as its many genetic cousins such as the Staffordshire Terrier. Coded in racial bias, the eradication of the middle class, and misguided media portrayals the story of the Pit Bull Terrier is a uniquely American story that any canine and pet lover deserves to learn. Plus, it all started in Massachusetts - the dredged local angle! I cannot recommend the book enough and I hope you take the opportunity to learn more about these sweet and misunderstood creatures.
Kate has been with Boston Fetch since April of this year and her talent as a dog handler and good vibes as a coworker are being noticed. In fact, Kate has recently taken over Saturday management duties at Boston Fetch’s Roslindale office - good work, Kate! Since Kate is taking her talents down the Orange Line into Roslindale I thought we’d take a moment to get to know her a little bit better.
Boston Fetch is built on a foundation of equality and inclusivity. It’s important to us that every dog and cat have the ability to play, socialize, exercise and be loved by the most talented pet care professionals in the industry and the best pack of furry friends in Boston. While most of our pack live without visible disabilities we want to extend a paw to all pets living with physical impairments, those who may be living with mental illness, or dogs or cats with a biological illnesses to join the fun!
Dogs are amazing. Their ability to persevere in the face of adversity while maintaining their boundless capacity for love is a feat few other creatures on this earth are able to balance so perfectly. As dog lovers we are always finding new, meaningful ways to be in awe of our K9 companions, regardless of what they look like, and this notion has had me thinking about a local story from Malden, MA reported across most local news networks earlier this week.
Summer’s here… almost! This amazing weather makes every outing with our pack members extra special, but it also poses a few risks that come with the increase in temperatures. Our Pet Care Professionals take a number of precautions to keep our furry friends safe, healthy, and happy during the warmer months and I thought you all might want in on our trade secrets.
Since I was young, I have found friends in animals. I think many can say the same of me! We seek out the cheer and playfulness of dogs, the peace and warmth of cats, the curiosity and comfort of little critters. I’ve found while working for Boston Fetch a new reason to love the company of pets, as well as the benefits of working for this once small but rapidly expanding business.
The blog division scored a big win this week when the face of Boston Fetch agreed to his first “SIT” down interview with our journalists following the successful marketing campaign that brought his confident and kind portrait into every home in Boston. A golden haired whirlwind of infectious charm and incomparable talent, this magnificent retriever was destined for greatness - though he, a self proclaimed very humble and extremely good dog, would never tell you that. With his effortless demeanor and good ol’ fashion American folkiness, you and I know him as Smith, because that’s his name. A hero amongst the dogs of Boston, we believe that in time this hero will become legend and his story will be told here.
Welcome to the inaugural Boston Fetch Pet Care Pro interview series - highlighting the best and brightest dog walkers and cat sitters this side (and the other) of the Mississippi. At Boston Fetch we value talent and compassion in our team members above all else and as a result we have put together a unique group of animal lovers that we are proud to share with you over the course of this series.
Here at Boston Fetch we encourage all our pups to engage in safe, fun, and confidence building group walks, as long as their parents feel it is appropriate. Your pup can enjoy some time outdoors with their best friends while feeding their natural hunger for kinship and developing a healthy pack mentality. But why are these things so important to the development and happiness of your dog? Let’s find out!
Notice anything different about Ray? Sure, that brindle coat is next-level handsome, but did you realize he is completely blind? It’s true, take another gander at those peepers. You see it now, right? Ray is six years old now, and was born with a degenerative disease in his corneas that caused ulcers that robbed him of his sight earlier in life. Normally ulcers like his could be treatable, but being a street mutt, he likely had no one to take care of his medical needs and as such, now he’s blind.
Can you describe the difference between a dog and a coyote? Can you really, really, tell the difference between, say, a husky mix and an eastern coyote while you're at the dog park or taking a stroll through the woods? It seems like a simple enough distinction, but I’d wager a guess that most people end up describing the difference as, “...well, I just know it when I see it.” That’s fair! As it turns out the coyotes in New England are pretty closely connected to the contemporary domesticated canine, but are they just as likely to be man’s best friend?
