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From Crate to Freedom
Maggie Marshall Maggie Marshall

From Crate to Freedom

There are two main reasons to put your dog in a crate; to assist in speedy housetraining and to avoid destructive chewing.  Deciding to give your dog freedom in the house when you are not home can cause a lot of worry. Here are some pointers to help you succeed.

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A Great Dog Sitter/Caregiver
Maggie Marshall Maggie Marshall

A Great Dog Sitter/Caregiver

I saved the life of this dog in the picture. His name is Cooper. Cooper had an undiagnosed tick born illness that the vet missed and the owners were unaware of. He was being treated for vomiting and on meds when I picked him up and took him to my home for sitting. After just an hour, I recognized his behavior was not normal. I looked at his gums and they had no color at all! I put him in my car and got him to the ER vet. On the way, I left the owner a message that I had made this decision and I would put the expenses on my credit card. I saved his life. He was dying and nearly there. I was reimbursed adn thanked and Cooper is living his best life now.

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