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Professional Pet Sitter verses Friends/Neighbors
When you need someone to care for your dog or pet, whether that’s a check-in during the workday or caring for them while you’re away on...
Shannon Anello
Oct 8, 20172 min read
Who is going to walk the dog?
We’ve all done it. You hit the snooze one too many times and rush out the door to work. The workday that ensues turns out to be a...
Shannon Anello
Aug 16, 20174 min read
Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Columbus, Ohio
We love our dogs and want to spend as much time with them as possible. Plus, you don’t want to leave them alone all the time! While you...
Shannon Anello
Jul 24, 20171 min read
Summer-time treat: A Pup-sicle
While regular popsicles aren’t a great option for your pup, you can easily make a dog-friendly version of this classic summertime treat....
Shannon Anello
Jul 20, 20171 min read
New Services: Furball Fitness is now offering Grooming, Dog Obedience, and Puppy Training
We have a big announcement here at Furball Fitness! In addition to dog walking and in-home pet care, we are now offering Grooming, Dog...
Shannon Anello
Jun 20, 20171 min read
Harnesses, Head Collars, and Traditional Collars: Which is right for you?
With all of the different dog-walking products on the market, how do you know what to buy? There are traditional leash/collar combos,...
Shannon Anello
Mar 28, 20172 min read
Reptile Care
Snakes and lizards make excellent pets, but they require specialized care. You must consider the environment that the reptile lives in....
Rachel Drown
Mar 6, 20173 min read
9 Ways to Keep Your Pup Busy When You’re Away
While we’d all love to be at home to keep our pets company all day, for most pet parents that is just not realistic. Luckily, there are...
Shannon Anello
Feb 12, 20173 min read
How to Care for a Rabbit
Thinking of getting a rabbit? Or already got one? Rabbits can make excellent pets for both homes and apartments. They are quiet, have...
Shannon Anello
Feb 6, 20174 min read
What's Your Story?
Was it love at first sight or a meeting several months in the making? Perhaps it was fate that brought you two together --- a clandestine...
Shannon Anello
Jan 7, 20171 min read
Why does a dog need regular walks?
It’s only been one day. But it feels like an eternity of days since my last walk—seven to be exact. Things move so fast for a guy like...
Max, the Dog
Dec 29, 20164 min read
Keep your pet safe while traveling this holiday season
It’s the time of year for visiting friends and family, and many of us will be bringing our pets with us for the trip. But traveling with...
Shannon Anello
Dec 18, 20163 min read
Christmas Tree Mystery
Thus far, she says the crime scene clues include a slightly askew tree skirt, two vacant metal hooks embedded into the carpet, a random...
Shannon Anello
Dec 10, 20161 min read
Tips to keep your fur baby safe over the holiday season.
The winter holiday season is a time of giving and joy for many families. But for pets, there are some dangers associated with holiday...
Shannon Anello
Dec 5, 20162 min read
Dethroned
This is Wrigley. Otherwise known as Wriggles, Wrigleyville or Mr. Wriggles. And this is his story. Not long after my friend Jan got...
Shannon Anello
Nov 23, 20163 min read
10 Safety Tips for Your Pet’s Halloween
Let’s face it. Halloween is a fun and festive time for the kiddos, but not so much for our furry friends. For household pets, it can be a...
Shannon Anello
Oct 25, 20163 min read
How to Correct a Feisty Cat’s Bad Behavior
We all know that cats make great companions. Who doesn’t love those little whiskers, soft fur and adorable meows? While they may...
Shannon Anello
Jul 13, 20162 min read
Born to Run: Dog Parks in Columbus
Spring has sprung! Fido has been itching to get outside all winter long and now that the weather’s warmer, it’s time to move outdoors!...
Shannon Anello
May 29, 20161 min read
The Best Pet Friendly Hotels
With summer right around the corner, everyone’s gearing up for a summer vacation! For lots of people, that means a family trip to the...
Shannon Anello
May 18, 20161 min read
Just a Walkin’ the Dog (and the Cat too)
Having a pet walker or pet sitter is not just a luxury anymore. Humans have to go to work, but they still enjoy having feline or canine...
Shannon Anello
Apr 24, 20162 min read
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