A Happy Christmas for Your Dog

Christmas for your dog. Have you given it some thought? With all of the hustle and bustle and planning this time of year, we thought you might enjoy some ideas to make Fido’s holiday as special as yours.

Cookie Time!

If you’re like us, there’s a tradition of making cookies this time of year. The whole kitchen is awhirl with baking goods and different types of ingredients. Together, they yield the yummiest of confections.

And then there’s our pup looking up at us with those begging eyes. They deserve a cookie treat, too! However, people cookies aren’t necessarily good for your dog. In fact, some can be bad for them (e.g., if they contain raisins or nuts).

So what’s a dog-mom to do? Make special dog Christmas cookies, of course! Christmas for your dog just got 100 times better. We found a few doggie Christmas cookie recipes that you can enjoy here. Most require just a few ingredients and are easy to make:

How To Make Christmas Cookies for Dogs
YouTube Video – DIY Minty Dog Cookies (we love the Husky’s in this video)
Gingerbread Dog Cookies

Let’s Think About Safety

Like any good mom, keeping health and safety in mind is a must. Because Christmas can be hectic, this is just a reminder about how your dog may react to the holidays.

With lots of people coming and going, the change in routine may be stressful for your pup. Be sure he has a place of his own to relax.

Last year we wrote about the hazards of Christmas decorations for pets. Check it out for a list of the hidden dangers that may be in your home.

Presents at Christmas for Your Dog

Whether your dog has been naughty or nice, doesn’t he still deserve a present? We think so.

If you’re accustomed to visiting Pet Supplies Plus on Dorchester Road, or Pet Smart in Summerville’s Azalea Square, you know there are plenty of toys to choose from.

But are you ready to take it up a notch? Have you started shopping online for your pup?

Take a look at some of these pretty festive finds.

Dog Casino

Matching Dog Collar and Dog-Mom Bracelet

Dog Tornado Interactive Dog Toy Puzzle

These are just a few of the great ideas available for your dogs. With a little internet surfing, you’re sure to find a few more doggie treasures!

For more information about this subject or general questions you can contact:

Courie Dennis with Posh Paws Pet Care, LLC
843.900.0438
Visit our website at PoshPawsPetCareSC.com
Or send us a note from our contact page here.

Posh Paws Pet Care

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Denise Girard

23:39 09 Oct 17

Posh Paws provided dependable excellent care of our many fur babies over a long weekend, coming to our home twice a day to provide custom loving care. Communication was frequent and thorough, and included photos of our dogs at play. Thoroughly professionally, our caregiver was also warm and personable. We were able to travel knowing our animals were comfortable in their own home and cared for well. Highly recommended. Will definitely use, again.read more

L Beckley

17:22 01 Nov 17

We could not have asked for a better cat-sitter! Christi helped coordinate and tailor home service that met all of our needs and Kristen provided daily email updates with photos of our pampered pets. We travel often and have 100% confidence in Posh Paws Pet Care every single time we use their service.read more

Keegan Spera

16:16 19 Nov 17

Posh Paws provides amazing service! We were distressed because our regular sitter was no longer going to be in the sitting business and I had work trips coming up soon. She recommended Posh Paws, as she knows how very important our furries are to us and how much trouble we'd had in the past finding a sitter we loved and trusted. Posh Paws has been a great experience in every way. Very professional, up front and transparent about their policies and fees, and having the portal as an internal information hub and easy communication method is brilliant. Our sitter was amazing and our furries adore her! The updates and pictures from her make being away from home a little easier because we know the kiddos are in great hands!read more

Jeri Frances Burch

14:24 20 Oct 17

on 9/20 i fell and broke my left shoulder. I had never needed a dog walker before---but I called Posh Paws and spoke with very nice lady. The two young ladies who did the dog walking for my beloved little Geogia were wonderful. She loved Tammy and Marissa and they were so kind and collected my mail for me and took out my trash. I suffered another fall due to low blood sugar two weeks ago and it was quite a setback and the girls once again were there to help. I will never forget their kindness and help to myself and my baby girl. A wonderful company and the owner is excellent and very kind. I would recommend them to anyone and even told my physician and surgeon how nice everyone was. Many thanks to Posh Paw staff from Jeri Burchread more

Kristen Snowden

19:03 23 Oct 17

Best Petsitting company ever! Posh paws truly cares about your pets and making sure you know your fur babies are happy and safe while you are away! I’m so happy to have found someone I trust and loves my dogs! I’ll definitely be letting everyone I know who needs a petsitter that this is the way to go! Whether it’s a quick visit during the day or providing frequent visits while you are out of town, you won’t be disappointed!! Marisa is an angel and myself and my pups adore her!! 5 stars all the way from the doggy momma!!read more

Teresa Oltmann

02:52 28 Dec 17

I absolutely love Posh Paws Pet Care! They are amazing at loving my baby just as I do. It was so easy to set up my account and pay for services online. They always take such good care of my Wurstel and he loves his visits. I always get pictures of him while he’s out on his walks. It was such a relief to find them and a piece of mind knowing that they would be there when they said. I highly recommend them to anyone!!read more

Natasha Cobb

18:40 28 Dec 17

As a veterinary technician, it's extremely important to me that my furr babies be kept safe and happy while I'm away from home. Posh Paws/Tammy did exactly that and I never felt like I had to check in with her. She kept in contact and sent me updates that made me enjoy my vacation and time with friends even more enjoyable! I will recommend Posh Paws over and over again! :)read more

Natalie Corella

16:41 02 Jan 18

Posh Paws is outstanding! They agreed to care for our new puppy over Christmas and they did an amazing job. We are also utilizing their training services and have been so happy and pleased with the results. They are always so loving towards our little one and they truly care for her like she is their own. They are truly a God send!read more

Nicole Berry

02:35 19 Jan 18

They take care of my new puppy like he is one of their own!! It’s comforting to know someone can make it over to take the pup out while my husband and I are both at work! I love the pictures the sitter sends me of their day!read more

Stephen Compton

23:24 10 Apr 18

Used their service for a recent trip out of town. Very professional and reliable service. Their website and associated apps were a great tool to monitor the care during visits. Receiving pictures of our cats was a bonus. Will definitely use their services again.read more

Jenny P

17:17 11 Apr 18

We recently hired Posh Paws to take care of our pets while we were away for spring break. They came three times a day to walk and play with the pets. We were blown away by their level of professionalism and courtesy. The App was so convenient and useful and made it so easy to communicate with the caregivers that were checking on our home and pets. We were hesitant at first, as this is the first time we've ever used a professional petsitter, but the peace of mind we felt knowing they were well cared for was so worth it. And the picture updates were fantastic! I highly recommend Posh Paws to anyone that's looking for daily, or vacation care for their pets. We will definitely use their services again!read more

Kathleen Mulroy

19:17 17 May 18

I have used Posh Paws Pet Care a few times and am very happy with the pet care giver. I receive lots of cute photos of my pets whenever she visits them! I completely trust this service with my precious dogs and cats (3 of which are oldsters).read more

Maria Ragus

18:29 01 Jun 18

I cannot recommend Posh Paws enough! They watched our two dogs while we were away for a week. One dog is very personable but has separation anxiety and usually won't eat the first few days we're away, the other is very shy. Posh Paws was most attentive to my dogs' needs and they were all friends in no time. The day we were to come home our flight was cancelled; we had to spend an extra night away from home. Posh Paws immediately added another day to the schedule. I don't know what we would have done without them. It's so nice to go away and know that your babies are in good hands. We will definitely use them again!read more

dpbrady

20:26 14 Jun 18

Tammy provided the utmost in service for our three dogs. She was professional, courteous and provided us with daily happenings, including photos. We never had a care knowing she was responsible for our pets.read more

Lindsay Steuart

19:19 29 Jun 18

They are wonderful. They let our puppy out to play and treat her as their own. We get pictures everyday of them playing outside and she looks so happy.read more

Jennifer Backman

18:10 02 Jul 18

Christi and her team are amazing! Marshall LOVED his visits and playtime with his favorite tennis ball. I recommend Posh Paws to everyone I know with four-legged kids! Thank you, Posh Paws!read more

Alex Hicks

19:34 12 Jul 18

This service is amazing! Whether it be last minute plans or weekly visits, Posh Paws is always a pleasure to work with. I definitely recommend to friends and family.read more

Debbie Knight

19:44 27 Jul 18

My dogs loved Christina and Tammy. The recieved the best care ever while I was on vacation. I loved my daily updates and pictures.read more

Victoria Palmiter

01:52 06 Aug 18

Tammy was wonderful with our dog Maggie! I felt very secure knowing she was in good hands. I received daily updates including a photo. I would highly recommend Posh Pets!read more

Vanessa Martin

00:36 05 Sep 18

So our German Shepherd got sick around Mid June and we were struggling to get home to take her out....when someone recommended PoshPaws Pet Care to us. I’ll admit I was nervous at first but once we met with Carolyn King and saw how fast our dog bonded with her we knew we were it great hands. We have been having her watch and take our dog out for over 2months now and my dog loves her and we love her! ❤️ They are truly the best and we couldn’t be happier with Posh Paws and Carolyn watching our fuzzy. Also, I know our GSD is having a great time because on the days we don’t have her normal schedule with Carolyn we hear about it????read more

Eddie Phillips

16:33 06 Sep 18

We were totally satisfied and elated with the care and attention that the Posh Paws folks gave to our 2 cats. Tammy was the employee that spent the most time with them, she gave daily updates with photos (she visited twice a day so we received updates twice a day) and listed specifically what she did and how the cats were doing. This was done with emails and also was easily accessed via their on-line app. You could tell that she truly loved her job and thoroughly enjoyed taking care of our dear pets. We had been kenneling our cats, but after trying PoshPaws as a trial (really more for how the cats would do) while we were away for 2 back-to-back long weekend trips, we have no plans to ever kennel them again.read more

Susan Monjardim-Whiteman

17:37 13 Oct 18

Posh Paws exceeded my expectations! I have not been able to leave my little dog for years as there was no one I could trust. Tammy came for a meet and greet and I knew she would be great. We had Tammy here for 3 overnights, Tammy was so good with my dog that I don't think she missed me at all, she sent tons of pictures and checked in with me more than I expected. She was wonderful!! Christy was a pleasure to work with getting me set up as a new overprotective dog mom! Thank you Ladies!!read more

Pamela Brice

13:07 22 Oct 18

We love the extra care & thoughtfulness they provide! The “reports” & photos are so comforting to see! Highly recommend!

Christy Szymanski

21:30 06 Nov 18

We contacted Posh Paws on a pure chance when our cat was ill. There are not enough stars to express the graditude and love we have for this company. They cared for our Sam like he was their pet. We now also have a dog and use them for daily walks and will continue to trust them with our fur family members.read more

Jacqueline Moseley

22:42 27 Nov 18

This was my husbands and my first time hiring a professional company to sit for our pups and cat. Before it was only family we trusted. Took a chance and everything went perfectly. I can’t say enough about how happy we are with Posh Paws! Meeting way before our trip to introduce Jenny, Daphne, and Bonnie to Tammy instantly made me relax. Tammy took notes and made sure she knew where everything for the pets was located. The daily updates and pictures put my mind at ease while we were away. It was so hard to leave our fur babies but the updates gave me peace and the pets were happy and staying in routine while staying in their own home. Couldn’t have asked for more. The process of scheduling and meeting and payment was so smooth. We will be using them again for an up coming trip in June ?read more

Bryan Bagwell

20:05 14 Dec 18

Tammi took wonderful care of our beloved pets and our home during our recent trip. We loved the updates and photos she shared and are very grateful for such a wonderful company. We have already recommended them to family and friends and will definitely be repeat customers. Thank you so much!read more

Mary M

20:54 28 Dec 18

i am new to this area and wanted someone dependable for my two cats. Tammy was wonderful. She treated my cats like her own and even played with them. She also gave them some treats and toys. My cats who are not the friendlies to strangers, allowed her to pet them. Tammy is very trustworthy and trustworthy. I will have them watch my animals anytime. Very dependable. She sent emails to me on every visit along with pictures. I didn't feel like I was away at all. Do not hesitate to hire this company.read more

rachael hilton

16:54 18 Mar 19

It is such a relief to know that my fur babies are being loved on while we are out of town or on our days of work. I love this company and the caretakers as they dote on my animals! Excellent job!read more

Karen Mooney

20:18 19 Mar 19

Knowing that my guys were in good hands made leaving them for a week so much easier. We missed them everyday, but Tammy sent us pictures and updates daily just to let us know they were doing well. She did an outstanding job and I would and will recommend Posh Paws to my friendsread more

Linda Hall

19:51 26 Mar 19

Sherry and Posh Paws took excellent care of my Holly. Sherry walked her 3 times a day and gave her treats! Sherry also sent me pictures of Holly so that I could see that she was fine. I will definitely use Posh Paws again!read more

Beth Bowman

19:08 09 Apr 19

We are new to the area and were planning a short getaway. I needed someone to care for our two cats while we were away. I found Posh Paws online and I can’t say enough about them. Our sitter, Carolyn, now feels like part of our family. She went above and beyond to not only take care of our cats but our home by bringing in the mail, trash can and cleaning up after our cats. I love the app and the great communication. Their prices are very reasonable. I would definitely recommend them and will use them again. Thank youread more

Bonnie Schnautz

00:40 03 May 19

Highly recommend!! We had only been in town a few weeks so I was a bit nervous leaving our furbaby. Sherri was fantastic and provided pictures and details of her visits. I knew our Baylee was well taken care of and will continue to use their services. Christi, the owner, was so kind as I asked lots of questions while I was researching. She really helped me feel at ease with her experience and professionalism.read more

Samantha Hansson

15:28 21 Jun 19

Posh Paws Pet Care took great care of our dog while we were away. He was well taken care of and happy to spend time with each and everyone of them that came by. We will be using them in the future!read more

Crystal Willis

14:05 21 Jun 19

The service we received from Posh Paws far exceeded our expectations. This company is not just some random stranger you hope takes good care of your pet! They came over to meet our babies and asked all the questions and took all the notes and even put a lockbox on the door and gave us an app! When they left I was confident that if something ever happened to us these people could properly care for our pets because they knew everything there was to know about them. They showed up everyday on time and left us detailed feedback about their visit and sent the most amazing pictures of our pets! This service was worth every penny because I could enjoy my vacation with out worry for the first time ever! Thank you Posh Paws!read more

Brian Darcy

18:26 01 Jul 19

We used their service for the first time over Spring Break with a last minute opening. Posh Paws is very professional and reliable service. Their website and associated apps were a great tool to monitor the care during visits. Receiving pictures of our dog Dodge was a bonus. Will definitely use their services again.read more

John Loschiavo

21:44 05 Aug 19

Posh Paws far exceeded my expectations for caring for my two cats. You not only get the best care but you receive daily updates with pictures on a conversation log you set up every time they visit. This was very helpful while I was away to see my cats happy and being cared for. Tammi and Sherri were amazing with my cats. My one cat for 10 years now will always hide under the bed when someone comes over and I am receiving pictures of her out and about and playing with these ladys. That's never happened!! so thanks again Posh Paws I can finally think about traveling more.read more

Tammy Satterfield

00:23 10 Oct 19

We have cat, dog and sugar gliders which makes it hard to just go out of town. We either take some of them with us or send them to stay with friends. This trip we were introduced to Posh Paws and we were so happy with their service. We did not worry about our fur babies while we were gone and they got to stay in their own environment. We look forward to using their services again! The rates were very reasonable.read more

Heather Jane Hogan

15:40 06 Nov 19

Posh Paws is unbelievably professional! My husband and I were VERY impressed with their level of care for our pets, and by extension, for US! Will 100% use again and again.read more

Melinda Reisch

17:09 10 Nov 19

Having 3 Norwegian Elkhounds ( 1 very skiddish of people, not many people like to be around her due to her excessive barking) After researching several companies I picked Posh Paws. I chose them due to the information of their website and professional training. I am extremely happy with the love and care my girls received. They always made me feel reassured I chose the right company. I will always use Posh Paws and recommend them for anyone's animals.read more

david coss

15:41 16 Nov 19

We had a last minute trip come up and we called Christi at Posh Paws Pet Care in hopes to make arrangement to care for our dogs. On the first day of our trip we received photos of our babies with big smiles on their faces. Our pet care taker also was able to get a picture of our cats which normally stay in hiding like most cats. This small gesture made us feel at ease that our animals were in very good hands. We are most definitely going to use Posh Paws whenever we need pet care in the future, and we highly recommend them to all our friends who need pet care for the pets they love.read more

Kristie Reinig

22:25 22 Nov 19

Nothing but love for this company. They go above and beyond to accommodate you and your pets. I highly recommend their services. They are very professional and love on your animals like their own. I get updates and pictures at each visit. Real peace of mindread more

john loschiavo

01:19 16 Dec 19

2nd time I have used this company and feel they are best place to care for your pets. I have two cats they watch for me and one is scared of everyone but I receive pictures of her out and about playing with the girls. Amazing...I highly recommend to everyone especially people like me who slowed my travels because I didnt want to just have anyone watch my pets. Your in great hands.read more

Jonathan D

21:51 28 Dec 19

I switched to Posh Paws after being disappointed with a now-out of business petsitting service, and this was the best decision I've ever made. Tammi and Christine have been my sitters for my last few trips, and their attentiveness and care for my kitty Figaro has been outstanding. Every visit, they send me a note with a bunch of pictures, which gives me great peace of mind when I am away. I highly recommend Posh Paws for your pet sitting needs. You won't regret it!read more

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