When walking your dog, make sure you always keep your head up and face forward.  I know this sounds simple, but many people have a bad habit of looking at their dogs while they take a walk.  Keeping your head up while taking a walk helps build your dog’s confidence that you are the pack leader as well as confident of what lies ahead.  Being nervous about what your dog is doing every step of the way can create negative energy that promotes bad behaviors such as barking and extreme excitement.  Since walking your dog is one of the best things you can do for your dog, make sure you remain confident and keep your chin up!

Tip by Laurie Poulopoulos – Owner of Bestest Buddies, a pet sitting and dog walking company located in Frisco, Texas.

Sched­uled per­form­ers include:
12 PM Emy Tay­lor
1 PM Fish Fry Bingo
2 PM Heather Knox
3 PM Band­mates
4 PM Kick­back
5 PM Kathy and Bella
6 PM Camille Corti­nas
7 PM Mojo Dolls
8 PM THe BAck­slid­ers
and head­lin­ing at
9 PM Adrian and the Sickness.

All these band are donat­ing their time to this event and are doing it for the cause. Come out and have a rockin’ day of good music, good food and good time.

There will be ani­mals to be adopted/fostered, prizes to be won, food to eat, friends to see, music to be heard and a good time to be had. Please bring friends and fam­ily. This is an all ages show.

| Bestest Buddies | 972-832-3253 | Pet Sitters | Dog Walkers | Frisco | Plano | Texas | Luxury Pet Care |

We all have been there.  Sometimes, you just need to go out of town and you just can’t bring your pet.  This really leaves you with only a handful of options for your pet here in Frisco, Plano and Allen, Texas:

• Asking family and/or friends for help
• Boarding / Kennels / Pet Day Care
• Pet Sitting / Pet Sitter

When it comes to asking family for help, this may be a good option for you.  Can you trust someone with your pet?  That is a hard question to answer.  Personally, I have always found that asking a family member or friend to watch my pets while I go away to be asking a lot.  It is proven that pets are at their happiest when they follow a daily routine, be giving a lot of attention, and also are comfortable with their surroundings.  Are you pets good with other people?  Do they have kids that may play rough?  Is someone going to be around to provide your pets with the daily routine you know they need?  If you feel comfortable saying yet to everything above, then using a friend or family member as a pet setter makes sense

As a dog owner, I can truly say that boarding my pets is just not an option.  Boarding your dog immediately causes a high amount of stress for your pets.  Taking your pet out of their territory can cause pets to stop eating, have problems with their bowls, and worst yet, get really ill.  Imagine being stressed for 24 hours a day with no break!  Boarding too can also get rather expensive too.  Boarding facilities can fill up rather quickly on a holiday, so most charge a top dollar to watch your pet.  If you have multiple pets, plan to spend a lot more unless you are OK with both of them being in the same cage.  Lastly, if you fly in and out of town, you may end up having to pay for additional days of service just because the office is closed.

Using a pet sitter changed everything for me.  All of my pet sitting clients also tell me the same thing.  When you use a Frisco and Plano pet sitter, you really buy the peace of mind that your pet care is being covered by someone who is dedicated to your pet.  Your pets can remain in their Frisco and Plano home, go to the bathroom when and where they normally do, and best yet, remain comfortable and safe at home!  A good pet sitter will really get to know you and your pets, understand what their routines are, and also make sure they receive the attention your pets need while you are away.  This is why using a pet sitting service is really a service for the pet owner than it is for your pets themselves.  Nothing makes pet owners feel better than knowing that their pets and homes are being watched for when they go out of town.

In conclusion, I too use a pet sitter for my dogs!  Outside of the fact that providing them with a pet sitter at home is the safest and least stressful option for them, there really is nothing better in this world than to come home and have your pets greet you at the door!!

| Bestest Buddies | 972-832-3253 | Pet Sitters | Dog Walkers | Frisco | Plano | Allen | Luxury Pet Care |

Never Leave Your Pet in the Car

In nice weather you may be tempted to take your pet with you in the car while you travel or do errands. But during warm weather, the inside of your car can reach 120 degrees in a matter of minutes, even if you’re parked in the shade. This can mean real trouble for your companion animals left in the car.

Dogs and cats can’t perspire and can only dispel heat by panting and through the pads of their feet. Pets who are left in hot cars even briefly can suffer from heat exhaustion, heat stroke, brain damage, and can even die. Don’t think that just because you’ll be gone “just a minute” that your pet will be safe while you’re gone; even an air-conditioned car with the motor off isn’t healthy for your pet.

To avoid any chance that your pet will succumb to the heat of a car this summer, be sure to play it safe by leaving your pet cool and refreshed at home while you’re on the road. And if you do happen to see a pet in a car alone during the hot summer months, alert the management of the store where the car is parked. If the owner does not return promptly, call local animal control or the police department immediately.

Don’t Put Your Pet In the Back of a Truck

It is very dangerous, and in some states illegal, to drive with a dog in the back of a pick-up truck. Not only can flying debris cause serious injury, but a dog may be unintentionally thrown into traffic if the driver suddenly hits the brakes, swerves, or is hit by another car. Dogs should ride either in the cab (in a crate or wearing a seat belt harness designed for dogs) or in a secured crate in the bed of the truck.

Watch Out For Fertilizers and Deadly Plants

Summer is often a time when people fertilize their lawns and work in their gardens. But beware: Plant food, fertilizer, and insecticides can be fatal if your pet ingests them. In addition, more than 700 plants can produce physiologically active or toxic substances in sufficient amounts to cause harmful effects in animals.

Stay Bite-Free

With people and dogs spending more time outside, dog bites are likely to increase in the summer months. Spaying or neutering your dog reduces the likelihood that he will bite and provides many other health benefits.

Pet Care 101

Make sure your pet is always wearing a collar and identification tag. If you are separated from your pet, an ID tag may very well be his or her ticket home.

Check with your veterinarian to see if your pets should be taking heartworm prevention medication. Heartworm disease, which is transmitted by mosquitoes, can be fatal in both dogs and cats. Another summertime threat is fleas and ticks. Use only flea and tick treatments recommended by your veterinarian. Some over-the-counter flea and tick products can be toxic, even when used according to instructions.

Water Wisdom

Pets and pools can equal disaster. Prevent free access to pools and always supervise a pet in a pool. Provide plenty of water and shade for your pets while they’re enjoying the great outdoors so they can stay cool.

Travel Tips

If you plan on traveling with your pet during the summer, take the time to prepare for your furry friends in advance. Some airlines have summer pet embargoes, and most trains and ships do not allow pets other than service animals. The HSUS has information on traveling with your pet that may make the difference between a pleasant trip and a vacation nightmare.  If you happen to not have family that can watch your pets, try using a pet sitter to ensure your pets are safe while you are away!

If You Can’t Stand the Heat…

Pets need exercise even when it is hot, but extra care needs to be taken with older dogs, short-nosed dogs, and those with thick coats. On very hot days, limit exercise to early morning or evening hours. Keep in mind that asphalt gets very hot and can burn your pet’s paws. Pets can get sunburned too, and your pet may require sunscreen on his or her nose and ear tips. Pets with light-colored noses or light-colored fur on their ears are particularly vulnerable to sunburn and skin cancer.

Your pet can suffer from heat exhaustion and heat stroke. These conditions are very serious and could cause your pet to die. You should be aware of the signs of heat stress, which could include heavy panting, glazed eyes, a rapid pulse, unsteadiness, a staggering gait, vomiting, or a deep red or purple tongue.  Also make sure you speak with your pet sitter or dog walker during the summer months.  See if they have flexiability on the time of your walk, and to shorten the length.

If your pet does become overheated, you need to immediately lower his body temperature. Move your pet into the shade and apply cool (not cold) water over his body to gradually lower his core body temperature. Apply cold towels or ice packs to your pet’s head, neck, and chest only. Let your pet drink small amounts of water or lick ice cubes. Most importantly, get him to a veterinarian immediately.

Play It Safe on the 4th

Don’t take your pets to crowded summer events such as concerts or fairs. The loud noises and crowds, combined with the heat, can be stressful and dangerous for pets. For your pet’s well being, leave her at home. Be especially aware of these threats during holidays, such as the Fourth of July.  If you plan to go on vacation, call a local pet sitter to help you with your holiday pet needs!

Help Us Spread the Word!

The HSUS has educational posters available to download and print here [PDF file], or purchase them in bulk ($3 for 10, $5 for 25). Store managers can post inside their windows to remind shoppers that leaving your pet in a parked car can be a deadly mistake. In addition, 4″ x 9″ two-sided flyers are also available (50 for $3). To order please send a check, your mailing address and the number of posters or flyers that you would like to receive to the following address: HSUS/Hot Cars, 2100 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20037. You can also receive a free sample flyer by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the above address.

Article by The Humane Society of the United States

http://www.humanesociety.org/

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Here are some tips to help you choose the best dog walker for your little family friends.

Dog Walking: Each Dog is Different

First you need to determine what kind of walks your dog needs and how often a day. Some of my clients only need me twice a week; others need me all week long. Make sure your dog walker also is flexible about changing schedules at work. Remember, some dog walking services require you to have a certain amount of walks per week/month, so make sure you consider the big picture when choosing a service.

Locate a Dog Walking Service

To find a Frisco or Plano dog walking company, begin by asking your friends or acquaintances who you know love their animals. Can they make a recommendation? Have they used a dog walker or pet sitter in the past? Look at your options on Google and Bing. Lastly, appearance is everything! If a company looks like it is well thought out and professional, it probably is! When it comes to your pets, you want to make the right decision!
Most importantly, you want a dog walking service that cares about your dogs!

Asking the Dog Walker Questions

When you have your short list of dog walking companies, it is now time to set up a consultation. This is where your dog walker will come by your home, meet you and your pets, and discuss what your dogs needs are. Being comfortable with your dog walker is very important, but also observe to ensure your pets are comfortable too!
During your interview, the dog walker should ask you a series of questions about you and your pets needs. This is a great time to ask them questions about their services. Ask your dog walker if your dog will be walked by the same person every day? Do they have a flexible schedule that works with your work schedule? Do they also provide pet sitting services? What other services can they provide your pets?
Also during this interview you should discuss how your dog walker will access your home, do they group walk and how long your walks can last. They should also ask you about your dog’s behavioral issues, bathroom schedules and any medications they may need. Remember, this person is dedicated to ensure your pet is being cared for as if you were at home!

Finally, Selecting a Dog Walking Service

At this point, you should get a good feel of which Frisco dog walking service is the most professional, the most dedicated to your pet, and most importantly, dedicated to YOU. Now you can have the peace of mind that your dog will be fully exercised and on a good schedule!

| Bestest Buddies | 972-832-3253 | Pet Sitters | Dog Walkers | Frisco | Plano | Allen | Luxury Pet Care |

Best and formerly known as the Dog Days of Summer, the Dog Days of Denton Celebration is in its 17th year. During festival hours, attendees can enjoy a pet parade, live entertainment, demos and performances by canines and their trainers, “Glamfur” photos, canine contests, arts and craft vendors, pet care information, pet rescue groups and fantastic festival foods.

*Please see the Events Schedule for a complete, up-to-date list for activities.

Pet-friendly Denton hotels include:

Quality Inn & Suites, Travelodge, LaQuinta, Super 8, and Motel 6. For contact information on these hotels and other Denton accommodations, please call the visitor hotline toll-free at 866/DENTONTX or visit www.discoverdenton.com.

Dog Days of Denton welcomes FRIENDLY DOGS and their owners. All owners are responsible and liable for their pet(s). Dogs MUST BE ON A LEASH and must have CURRENT VACCINATIONS (wear tags on collar).

The event takes place rain or shine – in the event of rain, come prepared with an umbrella, wear old shoes and have a good time!

Press release coming soon for more information.

| Bestest Buddies | 972-832-3253 | Pet Sitters | Dog Walkers | Frisco | Plano | Allen | Luxury Pet Care |

Being a dog owner myself, I have learned that there are many options for pet care while living in the Frisco and Plano regions of Texas.  After having some real bad experiences with boarding my pets, I finally decided to hire a pet sitter.  I knew right away that using a pet sitter was by far the best option for my 2 dogs.  Being that I already have dedicated my life to animals, I then decided to open up Bestest Buddies Luxury Pet Services here in Frisco, Texas.  What I have learned over my years in pet sitting is that once you choose a pet sitter, you will never board your pets again.  If you don’t believe me, just ask any pet owner who uses a pet sitter.  Here are just a few things that pet owners would say about their pet sitters.

Flexibility

Having a pet sitter makes your life easier.  You have no need to take your pet to and from a boarding facility.  All boarding facilities have a check-in and check out time for your pets.  If you happen to work weird hours or have last second plans, you might not have an option for your pets.  With a pet sitter, you are easily able to make an appointment for when you will be away.  Have last second plans?  Do you have a flight that leaves late night?  Using a pet sitter makes these things a non issue, for both you and your pets!

Price

Since boarding facilities do have check-out times, even if you come home even just an hour late you will end up paying for an additional day.  Since my work schedule was rather unpredictable at times, I always ended up paying for 2 days of care even though I only was away for 10 hours.  Worst yet, I was not able to pick up my dogs until the next day which was rather inconvenient.  With a pet sitter, you will be in charge of how many visits you pet will need while you are away.  More importantly, after you do finish working that long day at work or after a long flight, there is nothing in the world better than coming home and having your pet greet you at the door!  Having a pet sitter really does make a huge difference in peoples lives, as well as their pets.

Care

I cannot tell you how many times my pets would get ill when going to a boarding facility.  I always took great care of my dogs.  What I realized is that you cannot trust others with their pets.  My dogs were constantly coming down with something when I boarded them.  If it was not a virus, it would have been fleas.  Once my older dog came home limping after playing rough with another dog.  With a pet sitter, you will never have to worry about other people’s pets.  Any vet will tell you that your dog is at their safest when at home.  With a pet sitter, you won’t have to take your pets to the vet as often.  We all know you love your dogs, cats and caged animals, but how can you fully trust other people’s pets?  You can’t, so using a pet sitter and having your pets at home is really the best option.  To me, it is the only option.

Service

Our pet sitters at Bestest Buddies have on-call services.  Do you want to go out after work but know your dog needs to go to the potty?  Call us, our pet sitters will gladly make sure your pet does not suffer because you want to go out on the town.  Have you ever been snowed in or missed a flight?  Our pet sitters easily accommodate changes in plans.  There is no need to keep your pet boarded for an additional night because you are going to be home a few hours late!  With our pet sitters this will never a worry!  We also make sure that while you are away, you will receive pictures of your pet with a daily updates on all of the fun they are having.  We believe at Bestest Buddies that your pets deserve the highest standard of care while you are away.  This is why 95% of our business is  either repeat business or from client referrals.

In Conclusion

Owning pets is one of the biggest joys of our lives.  It has been proven that pet owners live longer and are more happy than non-pet owners.  Though work and travel can be stressful, having a pet sitter “on staff” can make your life much much easier.  There is nothing better than knowing that your pet has someone dedicated to them and their happiness!  I know this first hand not because I own a pet sitting company, but because I use pet sitters myself!

Article by Laurie Poulopoulos – Owner of Bestest Buddies Luxury Pet Services

| Bestest Buddies | 972-832-3253 | Pet Sitters | Dog Walkers | Frisco | Plano | Allen | Luxury Pet Care |

Accommodations

Homewood Suites by Hilton -4451 Beltline Road  Addison
Motel 6 – Dallas Addison -4325 Beltline Rd  Addison
Quality Inn & Suites -4103 Beltline Road  Addison
Super 8 By The Galleria / North Dallas -4150 Beltway Drive  Addison
La Quinta Allen -1220 North Central Expressway  Allen
Rodeway Inn -1832 North I – 35 E.  Carrollton
La Quinta Cedar Hill -1419 North US Highway 67  Cedar Hill
Best Western Executive Inn -12670 E Northwest Highway  Dallas
Candlewood Suites Dallas Park Central -12525 Greenville Avenue  Dallas
Candlewood Suites Dallas-By The Galleria -13939 Noel Road  Dallas
Candlewood Suites Dallas/Market Center -7930 North Stemmons Freeway  Dallas
Comfort Inn & Suites Market Center -7138 N. Stemmons Fwy  Dallas
Comfort Inn by the Galleria -14975 Landmark Blvd.  Dallas
Crowne Plaza Hotel Dallas Downtown -1015 Elm Street  Dallas
Crowne Plaza Suites Dallas-Park Central -7800 Alpha Road  Dallas
Days Inn & Suites Dallas -2334 West Northwest Highway  Dallas
Econo Lodge -1625 Regal Row  Dallas
Econo Lodge Airport I-35 North -2275 Valley View Lane  Dallas
Extended Stay America Dallas – Greenville Ave. -12270 Greenville Ave.  Dallas
Extended Stay America Dallas – North – Park Central -9019 Vantage Point Road  Dallas
Hawthorn Suites -7900 Brookriver Drive  Dallas
Holiday Inn Select Dallas-North (Galleria Area) -2645 Lbj Freeway  Dallas
Homestead Studio Suites Dallas – North – Park Central -12121 Coit Rd.  Dallas
Homestead Studio Suites Dallas – North Addison – Tollway -17425 Dallas Pkwy.  Dallas
Homestead Studio Suites Dallas – Plano -18470 N. Dallas Pkwy.  Dallas
Homewood Suites by Hilton -2747 N Stemmons Freeway  Dallas
Homewood Suites by Hilton -9169 Markville Drive  Dallas
Hota Zaza -2332 Leonard Street  Dallas
Hotel Lawrence -302 S Houston Street  Dallas
Hotel Lumen -6101 Hillcrest Ave  Dallas
Hotel Palomar Dallas -5300 E Mockingbird Lane  Dallas
Knights Inn Market Center -1550 Empire Central  Dallas
La Quinta Addison – Galleria Area -14925 Landmark Boulevard  Dallas
La Quinta Dallas – East -8303 East R L Thornton Freeway  Dallas
La Quinta Dallas – LBJ Central -7815A LBJ Freeway  Dallas
La Quinta Dallas – North Central -10001 North Central Expressway  Dallas
La Quinta Dallas – Northwest -2380 West NW Highway  Dallas
La Quinta Dallas – Uptown -4440 N Central Expressway  Dallas
La Quinta Farmers Branch – NW/Dallas -13235 Stemmons Freeway North  Dallas
Marriott Suites Dallas Market Center -2493 N Stemmons Freeway  Dallas
Motel 6 – Dallas Forest Lane -2660 Forest Ln  Dallas
Motel 6 – Dallas Northeast -10921 Estate Lane  Dallas
Motel 6 – Dallas Southwest -4220 Independence Dr  Dallas
Quality Inn Conference Center -7815 LBJ Freeway  Dallas
Quality Suites -13636 Goldmark Dr.  Dallas
Radisson Hotel -6060 N Central Expressway  Dallas
Residence Inn Dallas Addison/Quorum Drive -14975 Quorum Drive  Dallas
Residence Inn Dallas Central Expressway -10333 N Central Expressway  Dallas
Residence Inn Dallas Market Center -6950 N Stemmons Freeway  Dallas
Residence Inn Dallas Park Central -7642 LBJ Freeway  Dallas
Sheraton Suites Market Center -2102 Stemmons Freeway  Dallas
Staybridge Suites Dallas Near The Galleria -7880 Alpha Rd  Dallas
Staybridge Suites Dallas-Addison -16060 Dallas Parkway  Dallas
Studio 6 – Dallas Garland/ Northeast -9801 Adleta Ct  Dallas
Studio 6 – Dallas Northwest -2395 Stemmons Trail  Dallas
Studio 6 – Dallas Richardson/north -12301 North Central Expy  Dallas
Super 8 Dallas -8541 South Hampton Road  Dallas
Super 8 Dallas -8901 East RL Thornton Frwy  Dallas
The Fairmont Dallas -1717 N Akard Street  Dallas
The Westin City Center, Dallas -650 North Pearl St.  Dallas
The Westin Galleria Dallas -13340 Dallas Parkway  Dallas
W Hotel -2440 Victory Park Lane  Dallas
La Quinta DeSoto -641 North Interstate 35 East  DeSoto
Red Roof Inn Dallas South – DeSoto -1401 North I-35E  DeSoto
La Quinta Denton -700 Fort Worth Drive  Denton
Motel 6 – Denton -4125 I-35 North  Denton
Quality Inn & Suites -1500 Dallas Drive  Denton
Super 8 Dallas/ Denton -620 S I-35 East  Denton
Travelodge /I-35 Denton -4211 I-35E North  Denton
Motel 6 – Dallas Duncanville -202 Jellison Blvd  Duncanville
Super 8 Farmers Branch -14040 North Stemmons Freeway  Farmers Branch
Best Western Lakeview Inn -1635 East I-30 at Bass Pro Drive  Garland
La Quinta Dallas – Garland -12721 I-635  Garland
La Quinta Garland – Harbor Point -375 East I-30 @ Bobtown Road  Garland
Motel 6 – Dallas Garland -436 I-30  Garland
La Quinta Dallas – Grand Prairie/Six Flags -1410 NW 19th Street  Grand Prairie
La Quinta South Grand Prairie -2132 West Interstate 20  Grand Prairie
Studio 6 – Grand Prairie, Tx -406 Palace Parkway  Grand Prairie
Super 8 Grand Prairie -402 East Palace Parkway  Grand Prairie
Candlewood Suites Dallas-Las Colinas -5300 Green Park Drive  Irving
Dallas – Ft. Worth Airport Drury Inn & Suites -4210 W. Airport Freeway  Irving
Days Inn Dallas/Ft. Worth Airport North Irving -4325 West John Carpenter Fwy  Irving
Hampton Inn -4340 W Airport Freeway  Irving
Homestead Studio Suites Dallas – DFW Airport N. -7825 Heathrow Dr.  Irving
Homestead Studio Suites Dallas – Las Colinas -5315 Carnaby St.  Irving
Homewood Suites by Hilton -4300 Wingren Drive  Irving
La Quinta Dallas – DFW Airport North/Irving -4850 West John Carpenter Freeway  Irving
La Quinta Dallas – DFW Airport South/Irving -4105 West Airport Freeway  Irving
La Quinta Dallas – Las Colinas -4225 North MacArthur Blvd.  Irving
MainStay Suites Irv / Mall -2323 Imperial Drive  Irving
Motel 6 – Dallas Dfw Airport North -7800 Heathrow Dr  Irving
Motel 6 – Dallas Dfw Airport South -2611 Airport Frwy  Irving
Motel 6 – Dallas Irving -510 South Loop 12  Irving
Quality Inn & Suites DFW North -4100 W John Carpenter Fwy  Irving
Ramada – DFW Airport North Irving -8205 Esters Blvd  Irving
Ramada DFW Airport South -4440 W Airport Freeway  Irving
Red Roof Inn Dallas – DFW Airport North -8150 Esters Boulevard  Irving
Residence Inn Dallas DFW Airport North/Irving -8600 Esters Blvd  Irving
Residence Inn Dallas Las Colinas -950 Walnut Hill Lane  Irving
Sheraton Grand Hotel, DFW Airport -4400 West Carpenter Freeway  Irving
Sleep Inn DFW North -4770 Plaza Drive  Irving
Staybridge Suites Dallas-Las Colinas Area -1201 Executive Circle  Irving
Staybridge Suites Dfw Airport North -2220 Market Place Blvd.  Irving
TownePlace Suites Dallas Las Colinas -900 W Walnut Hill Lane  Irving
Best Western Lake Dallas Inn & Suites -305 Swisher Road  Lake Dallas
Days Inn McKinney -2104 North Central Expressway  McKinney
La Quinta McKinney -6501 Henneman Way  McKinney
QUALITY INN -1300 N. Central Expressway  McKinney
Comfort Inn -923 Windbell Circle  Mesquite
Days Inn Rodeo -IH-635 And Military Parkway  Mesquite
La Quinta Dallas – Mesquite -118 E. US Highway 80  Mesquite
Super 8 /Dallas Area Mesquite -121 Grand Junction  Mesquite
Best Western Park Suites Hotel -640 E Park Boulevard  Plano
Candlewood Suites Dallas-Plano -4701 Legacy Drive  Plano
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Plano East -700 Central Parkway East  Plano
Homestead Studio Suites Dallas – Plano – Plano Parkway -4709 West Plano Pkwy.  Plano
Homewood Suites by Hilton -4705 Old Shepard Place  Plano
La Quinta Dallas – Plano -1820 North Central Expressway  Plano
La Quinta Dallas – Plano West -4800 West Plano Parkway  Plano
Motel 6 – Dallas Plano Northeast -2550 Central Expy  Plano
Motel 6 – Plano Preston Point -4801 West Plano Pkwy  Plano
Red Roof Inn Dallas – Plano Convention Center -301 Ruisseau Drive  Plano
Residence Inn Dallas Plano -5001 Whitestone Lane  Plano
Staybridge Suites Plano – Richardson Area -301 Silverglen Drive  Plano
Super 8 /Dallas Area Plano -HGWY 75 to 15th St Exit  Plano
TownePlace Suites Dallas Plano -5005 Whitestone Lane  Plano
Dallas – Richardson -13685 N. Central Expressway  Richardson
Hawthorn Suites -250 Municipal Drive  Richardson
Homestead Studio Suites Dallas – Richardson -901 E. Campbell Rd.  Richardson
Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel -900 E Lookout Drive  Richardson
Residence Inn Dallas Richardson -1040 Waterwood Drive  Richardson
Summerfield Suites Dallas Richardson -2301 North Central Expressway  Richardson
Comfort Suites Near Stonebriar Mall -4796 Memorial Drive  The Colony

Accommodations – RV Parks and Campgrounds

Cedar Hill State Park -1570 W FM 1382  Cedar Hill
Trader’s Village -2602 Mayfield Road  Grand Prairie

Attractions

Penn Farm Agricultural History Center -1570 W H 82  Cedar Hill
Dallas Foundation Self-Guided Walking Tours -900 Jackson St, Suite 150  Dallas
McKinney Avenue Trolley -McKinney Avenue  Dallas
Old City Park -1717 Gano St.  Dallas
Party Animals Carriage Rides -Market Street-West End Area  Dallas
Pioneer Plaza -Young Street and Griffin Street  Dallas
Chestnut Square Historical Park -315 S Chestnut Street  McKinney
Happy Trails Horse-Drawn Carriage Service -  McKinney
Southfork Ranch -3700 Hogge Road  Parker
Heritage Farmstead Museum -1900 W 15th Street  Plano

Dog Walking Services

Bestest Buddies Luxury Pet Services – Frisco – Plano Texas

Parks

Bachman Lake Park -Bachman Drive  Dallas
Dallas Nature Center -7171 Mountain Creek Parkway  Dallas
White Rock Lake Park -8300 E. Lawther Drive  Dallas
Farmer’s Branch Historical Park -2540 Farmer’s Branch Lane  Farmers Branch

Off-Leash Dog Parks

Wagging Tail Dog Park. -5841 Keller Springs Road  Dallas
White Rock Lake Dog Park -8000 Mockingbird Lane  Dallas
Wiggly Field at Lake Forest Park -1400 E Ryan Road  Denton
Central Bark -2222 W Warrior Trail  Grand Prairie
Paw Pals of Grand Prairie Dog Park -2222 W Warrior Trl  Grand Prairie
Jack Carter Park Dog Park -Pleasant Valley Drive  Plano

Stores

PetSmart Pet Store -3800 Belt Line Rd  Addison
Petco Pet Store – Allen -816 West McDermott Dr. Ste 308  Allen
Petco Pet Store – Carrollton -2722 North Josey Lane #107  Carrollton
Petco Pet Store – Cedar Hill -433 East FM 1382 Building H  Cedar Hill
Neiman Marcus -One Marcus Square  Dallas
Orvis Company Store -8300 Preston Road, Suite 300  Dallas
PetSmart Pet Store -2964 W Wheatland Rd  Dallas
PetSmart Pet Store -12100 Inwood Rd  Dallas
PetSmart Pet Store -16821 N Coit Rd  Dallas
PetSmart Pet Store -5500 Greenville Ave  Dallas
Petco Pet Store – Casa Linda -1152 North Buckner  Dallas
Petco Pet Store – Prestonwood -5301 Belt Line Road #106  Dallas
Petco Pet Store – University Park -4325 Lovers Lane  Dallas
Pottery Barn -3220 Knox Street  Dallas
The Pooch Patio -3811 Fairmount  Dallas
Whole Earth Provisions -500 E Mockingbird Lane  Dallas
Camping World -5209 I-35 North  Denton
PetSmart Pet Store -1441 S Loop 288  Denton
Petco Pet Store – Denton -2307 South I-35E  Denton
PetSmart Pet Store -6060 Long Prairie, Ste 200  Flower Mound
PetSmart Pet Store -3333 Preston Rd  Frisco
PetSmart Pet Store -5401 N Garland Ave  Garland
Petco Pet Store – Firewheel -3055 North President George Bush Hwy  Garland
PetSmart Pet Store -2309 West Interstate 20  Grand Prairie
Petco Pet Store – Grand Prairie -5236 South State Hwy 360  Grand Prairie
Petco Pet Store – Highland Village -3194 FM 407  Highland Village
PetSmart Pet Store -4005 W Airport Fwy  Irving
PetSmart Pet Store -8100 Walton Blvd  Irving
PetSmart Pet Store -1751 N Central Expry.  McKinney
PetSmart Pet Store -1330 N Town East Blvd  Mesquite
Petco Pet Store – Town East -1500 North Town East Blvd  Mesquite
Foxy Paws Dog Bakery and Boutique -6121 W Park, Suite A101  Plano
PetSmart Pet Store -3300 N Central Expry.  Plano
PetSmart Pet Store -6204 W Park Blvd  Plano
Petco Pet Store – Plano -801f West 15th St.  Plano
Petco Pet Store – Plano – North -8700 Preston Road  Plano
Petco Pet Store – Plano – West -1601 Preston Road Ste E  Plano
Petco Pet Store – Richardson -1401 East Spring Valley Road  Richardson

Outdoor Restaurants

Chipotle – Addison -3771 Belt Line Road  Addison
Chipotle – Allen -103 Central Expressway N  Allen
Big Shucks Oyster Bar -6232 E Mockingbird Lane  Dallas
Breadwinner Cafe and Bakery -5560 W Lovers Lane #260  Dallas
Cafe Brazil -3847 Cedar Springs Rd  Dallas
Cafe Brazil -2815 Elm Street  Dallas
Cafe Italia -4615 West Lovers Lane  Dallas
Café Toulouse -3314 Knox Street  Dallas
Campisi’s -1520 Elm Street, Suite 111  Dallas
Chipotle – Central Expressway -11613 N Central Expressway, Suite 100  Dallas
Chipotle – Knox Street -4502 McKinney Avenue  Dallas
Chipotle – McKinney -2705 McKinney Avenue  Dallas
Chipotle – North Dallas -5290 Beltline Road, Suite, 102A  Dallas
Chipotle – Preston Center -8301 Westchester Drive  Dallas
Chipotle – Preston Forest -11930 Preston Road/H 289  Dallas
Chipotle – Upper Greenville -7700 N. Central Expressway  Dallas
Chipotle – West End -208 N Market Street  Dallas
Chipotle Mexican Grill -8301 Westchester Drive  Dallas
Chipotle Mexican Grill -2705 McKinney Ave  Dallas
Corner Bakery Cafe -7615 Campbell Rd  Dallas
Dali Wine Bar & Cellar -1722 Routh Street  Dallas
Dream Cafe -2800 Routh Street  Dallas
Dubliner -2818 Greenville Avenue  Dallas
Gloria’s Restaurant -3715 Greenville Avenue  Dallas
Hunky’s -4000 Cedar Springs Rd  Dallas
La Calle Doce -415 W 12th Street  Dallas
La Calle Doce -1925 Skillman St.  Dallas
Lee Harvey’s -1807 Gould Street  Dallas
Pappasito’s Cantina -10433 Lombardy Ln.  Dallas
Parigi’s Restaurant -3311 Oak Lawn Avenue, Suite 102  Dallas
Ristorante Bugatti -3802 West Northwest Hwy  Dallas
San Francisco Rose -3024 Greenville Ave  Dallas
State and Allen Lounge -2400 Allen Street  Dallas
TCBY Frozen Yogurt -6402 E. Mockingbird Lane  Dallas
Texas Land and Cattle Steakhouse -3130 Lemmon Avenue  Dallas
The Bronx -3835 Cedar Springs Rd  Dallas
The Ginger Man Pub -2718 Boll Street  Dallas
Twisted Root Burger Company -2615 Commerce Street  Dallas
Chipotle – Denton -1800 S Loop 288  Denton
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop -115 Industrial Street  Denton
Z Pizza -2911 Cross Timbers Road  Flower Mound
Chipotle – Preston Ridge -3401 Preston Road, #2/H 289  Frisco
Chipotle – Firewheel -4170 Lavon DriveH 78  Garland
Chipotle – Las Colinas -7717 N MacArthur Blvd  Irving
Chipotle – Las Colinas South -118 E John Carpenter H/H 114  Irving
Chipotle – 380 Town Crossing -2014 W University Drive  McKinney
Chipotle – Eldorado -2811 Craig Drive  McKinney
Chipotle – Mesquite -1715 N Town East Blvd  Mesquite
Chipotle – Collin Creek -1009 N Central Expressway  Plano
Chipotle – Park & Preston -4901 W Park Blvd, Suite 539  Plano
It’s A Grind Coffee House -4152 W Spring Creek Parkway  Plano
Chipotle – Telecom Corridor -293 W Campbell Road  Richardson
Chipotle – Rockwall -951 E I 30  Rockwell

Pet Sitters

Bestest Buddies Luxury Pet Services – Frisco Texas

Transportation Systems

DART -Regional  Dallas

Emergency Veterinarians

Emergency Pet Clinic of North Texas -1712 W. Frankford Road Suite #108  Carrollton
Emergency Animal Clinic -401 W. Pres Bush Tpke, Ste 113  Richardson

Humane Society or SPCAs

Humane Society of Flower Mound -1601 Arrowhead Drive  Flower Mound
DFW Humane Society -1611 W. Irving Blvd  Irving

Rescue Organizations

North American Shar Pei Rescue -1200 Main St  Dallas

Other Organizations

American Red Cross- Dallas Area Chapter -4800 Harry Hines Blvd.  Dallas

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We have two major fundraising events every year, Barktoberfest in October and a Yard Sale in May. Advantage Storage on Legacy and Warren has been the home of our Yard Sales for the past two years. They have been successful beyond our wildest dreams.

The folks at Advantage are amazing and play an integral part of our fundraising – they give their time tirelessly for Frisco Humane Society as well as providing a venue for the community and their clients to donate unwanted items to benefit homeless animals.

Mark your calendars now! Just in time for a good spring clean, we have set the date for this year’s sale. The 2010 Yard Sale will be held on Friday, May 7th and Saturday, May 8th.

March 1st, please start taking your unwanted items to Advantage Storage (on the corner of Legacy and Warren). The telephone number for Advantage Storage is 972-334-9190 – just give them a call if you have any questions about what can be donated.

Frisco Humane is a 501(c)3 charity so all your donations can be tax deductible.

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Bestest Buddies Luxury Pet Services is now accepting new reservations for our luxury pet sitters for Plano and Frisco, Texas!

• Do you have a spring break trip planned with the family?
• Does it break your heart leaving your little Buddie at a kennel or boarding facility while you are away?
• Does your current pet sitter or dog walker provide the most luxurious pet care?
• Wish your pet sitter provided you with daily updates and pictures of all of the fun your Buddie is having?
• Is your current pet sitter a local resident from Plano or Frisco?

If any of the answer to above questions is yes, then Bestest Buddies is the Best choice for your pet care needs!

For reservations, please call 972-832-3253 or contact us online

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