A Tail Waggin' Good Time

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2011-11-01T09:20:00.000-07:00

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I'll no longer be posting updates on this blog.Thanks and see you over there!

Hurricane Safety and Preparedness!

2011-06-07T13:31:00.000-07:00

Found this link and thought I'd share. Lots of great tips to prepare yourself AND your pets for the dreaded Hurricane Season!

http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=eopsmodulechunk&L=3&L0=Home&L1=Public+Safety+Agencies&L2=Massachusetts+Emergency+Management+Agency&sid=Eeops&b=terminalcontent&f=mema_hurricane_protect_your_pets&csid=Eeops

Spring

2011-03-18T07:52:00.000-07:00

It's been a while since my last post and boy have things warmed up! 85 degrees is the predicted high today! I can't believe it's going to get that HOT in March.
It's just a reminder that Summer is right around the corner and that usually means I get to meet lots of new furry friends and their owners. I'm excited for a busy spring and summer season!

*****Now is as good a time as ever to sign your furry friends up for a mid-day walk to get them out enjoying this weather, or a pit stop pop-in to break up the day while you're at work!*****

The latest.....
I'm still trucking along with my pregnancy and so far things have gone great and I"m so happy I've been able to continue my pet sits with ease throughout this journey.
Currently, I have a great helper, Amy, who is helping with some of my load and meeting almost all of your four legged friends. She'll be filling in lots for me while I'm out on 'maternity leave'. It truly will be a new adventure for me so I'm not quite sure what to expect, but I sure do hope to be back up and running in no time.
The month of May is sure to be an exciting month for me, but I'm happy to know I have wonderful help to fill in when the moment happens and your fur kids will be well cared for. Stay tuned....

Ode to 2010

2011-01-13T14:13:00.000-08:00

I'm a little behind on my new year update, but better late than never right?

2010, oh how I'll miss you! It was a good year for A Tail Waggin Good Time. I got to meet so many great new clients and kept up relationships with old clients. We started out the year BUSY and by summer, we were slammed! Couldn't ask for more. We made it through the blistering summer and we're now in the midst of a chilly winter! Thankfully, your pets don't care too much about the weather!
I picked up some new bird clients this year that have been a great addition. We literally pet sat for all sorts of animals from birds, to dogs, to cats, to lizards, to fish, and even hedgehogs! I love them all and I'm so glad you chose A Tail Waggin Good Time to care for your furry(or not so furry) pals in 2010.
We're working on year FOUR! Can you believe it? Time really does fly when you're having fun. I have been so blessed to do what I love for the past 3 years and I can only hope it continues.

2011 is looking bright, but will be a new adventure for me. Some of you may not know, but my husband and I are expecting a little boy due 5/24. That doesn't mean the end of pet sitting by any means. Right now I've got two great gals to help pick up the load this May/June. They are already filling in now and you may have already had them do a few sits for your pets. They've been marvelous help to me so far and I know I can count on them in the months to come. Both are covered under my insurance and bonding.

In the new year, if you find yourself dreaming of a get-away, just go for it, and give me a call to care for your furry friends while you're away.
We're happily taking on new clients and would love to add your furry friends to the Tail Waggin Good Time pack. If possible, give us a week notice to schedule the consult and we're good to go. Old clients, you know the drill!
Our rates are the same as 2010 and if you live in West Ashley, there's usually some sort of discount, so take advantage!

A Great big THANKS to all of you for letting us take care of your beloved pets in 2010 and we look forward to serving you in 2011!!
Happy New Year!

November Goodness

2010-11-11T14:15:00.000-08:00

Well, this year is officially almost over..sigh! I always try to absorb as much of the last 3 months of the year as I can b/c I absolutely LOVE this time of year. With cooler weather, the smells of fall, getting to wear scarfs, Thanksgiving, Halloween, and Christmas, all wrapped up into 3 delightful months, who doesn't love it?

One downside to fall though is this awful time change! Boy do I hate the time change and I'm sure you do too! Who likes it to be dark when they get home from a long day at work? Not I!

It is, however, a wonderful time to sign your furry pals up for a mid-day walk or pop-in for several reasons:
1. The weather is perfect! Don't make your beloved pet stay stuck inside on these beautiful fall days!
2. It's dark when you get home! Who wants to take that usual long evening walk in the dark? Let me do it for you with a mid-day walk when it's still daylight and nice outside!

Now is also a good time to start thinking about your holiday plans and what you will do with your furry pals! Book early b/c holiday's book up fast!

Why I love Summer

2010-07-23T11:47:00.001-07:00

So, since I did a post about how much I LOVE fall last year, I thought I'd do the same for summer!
While fall is my first love, summer is right behind it. There's lots of great things about summer.
#1 no bulky jackets! While the days can often get unbearably hot, the good thing about Charleston is you can always find a body of water to cool off in, or just simply sit on the beach for a most wonderful breeze! No jackets allowed!
#2 Thunderstorms! I do love a good thunderstorm and from June on, it seems we get a great display of lights in the sky and roaring thunder every late afternoon or just about. It's always nice to have the rain cool it down a bit after a hot summer day! And if there's time for a nap, a good storm puts it over the top.
#3 Things to do. There's usually always something going on year round in chucktown, but in the summer there are always extra things like shagging at the piers, rockin' at the point, riverdogs baseball, etc. You should never find yourself bored in the summer!
#4 Long Days! boy do I hate when the time changes! I mean, I've never understood why we do this. Days already get shorter, so why take away another hour so it gets dark at 6pm?? I love Summer for it's long days!
#5 And lastly, I love summer b/c in regards to pet sitting, it means I get to meet lots of new clients. Many families take their vacations btw May-August so I tend to pick up an extra client or two(3, 4, or 5) :). I love meeting new clients and their beloved pets.
So, go on vacation, soak up the sun, take a nap, enjoy the storms, take in a baseball game, jump in the water, and always call A Tail Waggin' Good Time for all your pet sitting needs this summer!

EVENTS!

2010-03-29T06:12:00.000-07:00

Get your 'tail' in gear for spring!
You and your pooch are going to have a ball at these fun events in the Charleston area this spring!

Come see us at:

Pet Fest!
April 10-11th
Mount Pleasant, SC-Palmetto Islands County Park

Charleston Dog Show!
May 1st
Downtown Charleston, SC-Marion Square
We'll be sharing a booth with the Good Dog Bakery.

We'll see you there!

Become a FAN

2010-02-18T11:43:00.000-08:00

I just created a facebook page for A Tail Waggin' Good Time. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Charleston-SC/A-Tail-Waggin-Good-Time/219464244963?ref=mf

Click and become a fan!

Hotel Sitting

2010-02-07T07:21:00.001-08:00

This post has been a long time coming! 2010 has been BUSY so far.

This past December/January, I was fortunate enough to meet the Bounds and their 4 sweetie pie shitzu's. They visited Charleston over the holidays and New Years and stayed at The Charleston Place Hotel in downtown Charleston. While they were out and about in the city, I pet sat for the dogs in the hotel room. I enjoyed it so much and loved getting to know this couple and their furry pals.

To all of the out-of-towners, next time you decide to visit Charleston, don't leave your furry pals behind! Bring them and stay at one of Charleston's pet friendly hotels and call me to sit with them while you're out and about! I charge $15 per hour and that includes: a walk, feeding, cuddling, play time and anything else you need me to do for your pet while you're out enjoying the city.

Here are some photos of me and my partner in crime with our new friends, Zyre, Tiny, Simi, & Brewsky(not pictured, he was camera shy)!

Happy New Year

2009-12-28T09:56:00.000-08:00

It's official! 2009 is almost over. I'm sad to see it go b/c it was so great, but excited to see what 2010 holds for me personally and for A Tail Waggin' Good Time.

I've gained many new amazing clients this year & held onto those from the previous year. We're rounding the corner to start year THREE folks! That's amazing! I knew when I started this business in April of 2008 that I was going to have fun with it and enjoy 'working', but I had no idea I'd meet so many cool people and enjoy it THIS much. Thank you to every single client for making 2009 so amazing for me and for keeping A Tail Waggin' Good Time rolling!

In 2010, my plan is to continue expanding and to become the number one pet sitting choice for the West Ashley area. I truly look forward to meeting YOU and your furry pals in the coming year!

Happy New Year Everybody!!

It's About Time!

2009-11-05T18:03:00.001-08:00

Wow! It's been a while since I posted! Boy does time fly when you're having fun!!
I've been super busy lately, lots of new clients, events, etc.

I LOVE fall. It's my absolute favorite time of year for so many reasons and I just can't get enough of it.
WEATHER!, foliage, football, my anniversary!, CANDY, good food, friends, family, MUMS, scarecrows!, festivals, pumpkin coffees and candles, and so so much more!

Fall is also the best time to sign those doggies up for mid-day dog walks. The weather is amazing and it's a shame if your precious pooches don't get outside during the day. Afterall, the sun is setting sooner and for most folks, it's dark when you get home! What a bummer, right? Well, I'm here for you! Give me a call!

Now Happy Fall Y'all! Get out there and enjoy this WONDERFUL time of year!

VOTE!

2009-08-06T16:24:00.000-07:00

Cooper sure would love to have your vote!

http://www.cutestdogcompetition.com/vote.cfm?h=C4FC0FC1DC3FFB32FE0C987AA452689C

Leash Goodness

2009-07-15T14:01:00.000-07:00

I was so excited to use a new leash I made on some of my pet sitting clients today. It's been on my to-do list for quite a while and last night, I finally got it made.
It's a very nifty concept but unfortunately, I can't take credit for coming up with it. I saw it somewhere a while ago and decided to give making my own a try when I recently picked up two new mid-day walks.
I took some pics today of the leash in action and decided to post them here instead of trying to explain how it works.
I will be using this leash for all clients who have 2 dogs that need walking at the same time.

If you can answer 'yes' to any of these questions, then you might need to get one!
1. When you walk two dogs at once, have you ever found yourself with a burn from those retractable leashes? I have!
2. Have you ever had to continually switch hands behind your back, over your head, or under your legs from 2 dogs walking in all different directions? I surely have!!
3. Have you needed to carry water on the walk but can't find a place to put it b/c you've got TWO leashes in your hand? Yep!!!
4. Now to the nitty gritty!! Have you needed to use the poop bags to pick up the poop, but find it difficult holding the leashes in one hand while the dogs try to take off? Of course!

Well, this contraption is for YOU! and guess what!! I can make it for you for only $15.

The one you see in the photos is plain Jane red with no flare whatsoever. It is basically 2 strips of durable nylon webbing, a D ring, and 2 swivel clips carefully sewn together to stand the test of time. I have red and black nylon at present.
If you're interested in one with a little more pizazz like colorful ribbon or one of the Furry Twang phrases, I can do that for $22.
I can say without hesitation that your dog walking experience will be forever changed if you have 2 dogs! You'll enjoy it a million times more!
Email me for more details or to place your order at info@atailwaggingoodtime.com OR bark@furrytwang.com

Special Thanks to Belle & Buster, the pugs AND Oscar & Simon, the westies for being wonderful models:) and great guinea pigs!!

New News

2009-06-10T16:15:00.001-07:00

So, it's official. A Tail Waggin' Good Time is now an LLC. I'm very excited to take it to the next step.
What does this mean for my clients? Well, it doesn't mean much except that you know I'm not just another pet sitting business who opens for a few months or a year, and then, BAM, I'm gone. I'm in it for the long haul and here to stay. Isn't that comforting?

REMINDER:
With summer comes a busy busy load for a pet sitter. Don't forget to book your visits in advance to make sure I have room for you.

Have a great summer and stay cool!!

May 2009 Newsletter

2009-05-16T11:48:00.000-07:00

It's that time again....Newsletter time. The May 2009 newsletter has been released. If you didn't receive your copy, please email me to request it: info@atailwaggingoodtime.com

Newsletter will soon be posted on our website so check it often: http://www.atailwaggingoodtime.com/ Click services and rates and scroll down for the link.

I hope you enjoy it!

Newsletter Link

Make Your Reservations Early

2009-04-24T07:04:00.001-07:00

Summer is fastly approaching and if its anything like last year, it's sure to be busy as can be.
Remember to make your reservations early to make sure you have a spot! To help ensure that you don't get stuck scrambling for a sitter last minute, we've hired some awesome help.

Meet Meryl Hughes: Meryl is a grad student at MUSC working towards her masters in Speech Pathology. She was looking for a position that would allow her some flexibility with her crazy school schedule. She's an animal lover and will soon be getting a rescued lab puppy of her own! Right now, she is mostly helping me out with mid-day walks and filling in while I am away but I would love to have her help with some of you vacationers too. Old and New! She currently resides in Mount Pleasant but is helping me with all areas as her schedule permits.

Any questions or comments are welcomed. Send them to me at info@atailwaggingoodtime.com

Cooper

2009-04-07T16:29:00.001-07:00

Cooper participated in the LowCountry Dog's cover dog contest at Pet Fest. Check out his precious pics at :
http://www.shutterfly.com/progal/slideshow.jsp?auto=0&aid=768a5498cf3db0bf7a30&idx=16

He didn't win :( sigh, but the dog who did is so cute!! Her name is Lucy..check her out:
www.lowcountrydog.com

Cooper was so cute and of course was sporting his 'pure t mess' dog bandana.

You can order one of your own soon at www.Furrytwang.com
Check it out!!

Bandanas are our newest addition and are sure to suit your fancy! Get Yours Today!!

Paws For A Cause

2009-03-17T18:08:00.000-07:00

First of all, Hapy St. Patricks Day!!!
Paws for a Cause was this past saturday and there was a great turnout and lots of fun was had!
Here are some photos from the event. Charlie the Riverdog even showed up and danced a little jig!:
Next Up-Dog Day at Plantation Oaks, Saturday, March 21st 2-4pm. Stop By!!

Paws For A Cause

2009-02-18T06:37:00.000-08:00

It's official. We'll be making an appearance at the 2009 Paws for a Cause event on March 14th at James Island County Park. I'm very excited about this event and what it represents.

A little bit about PFAC:
It's held to honor canine cancer survivors and includes a 1 mile walk with your furry little bud.
After the walk there are several contests including Best Smile, Best Trick, Best Kiss...HOW FUN!!

It's going to be oodles of fun so I hope you'll sign up today.
While you're there, don't forget to stop by the A Tail Waggin' Good Time Booth for some goodies and even some Furry Twang Dog Tees!

See You There!!!

www.LowCountryPawsForACause.org

Good or GREAT-Food For Thought

2009-02-16T13:49:00.000-08:00

Have you ever heard the saying:
"Good is the opposite of Great"?

Shaking your head no? I would be right along next to you until today.

I heard 'good is the opposite of great' today and it got me thinking just a tad and I decided that is my new motto for pet sitting (and everything I do in general).

Think about it! Why be good when you can be GREAT!!

Or Why be Great when you can be first-rate, or excellent, or superb, or temendous, or my favorite of these feel good words OUTSTANDING!

New Slogan

2009-02-03T12:33:00.001-08:00

We are happy to announce we have a new slogan!!
Under the heading on our site, you will now see:
"Because Your Dog Deserves It".

Why? Well, plain and simple...your dog deserves it!!
You know they do, so go ahead, give them what they deserve...A Tail Waggin' Good Time!!
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What's New?
--Now you can view our bi-monthly newsletter straight from the website!
May newsletter coming soon!

--We have upated our 'about us' section. Check it out for "your petsitter in a nutshell".

WELCOME

2008-12-08T15:57:00.001-08:00

Welcome to the NEW A Tail Waggin' Good Time Blog!

Here you will hear the latest and the greatest things going on at ATWGT.

We are fastly approaching our one year mark and couldn't be more delighted! 2008 has been an amazing year and we've grown tremendously. We've even expanded by offering a line of Dog Tees that most of you have heard about...Furry Twang

www.FurryTwang.com

If you haven't checked it out, you should definately do that right now! You'll be so glad you did.

If you're really feeling spunky maybe you'll even decide to order one!

Future Plans:

In 2009, I hope to add on at least 2 employees to help me out with the busy summer load.

Maybe you've thought about pet sitting as a part time gig! Clients sometimes make the best employees so please let me know if you're interested!!

NEW STUFF:

We were pleased to announce our new 'Pit Stop Pop In' Package this fall. The service is available to folks living in the West Ashley area within a 5 mile radius of my home. This service is great for those who can't make it home right after work and need to let their furry buddies out for a pit stop, those with that soccer game right after school, etc. This service can be used at any time during the day and only costs $8 per visit. The visits are 5-10 minutes. I hope you'll find them useful. Visit the website for other services offered and rates:

www.ATailWagginGoodTime.com

Keep checking for updates and news from ATWGT!

'Because Your Dog Deserves It'