Peak City Dog Blog
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Preparing for a New Puppy
It has finally happened. Maybe you were not in a place where you could offer a new dog a home, but now after much deliberation

We are a Professional Cat Sitter! Cats Are Welcome!
We Take Care of Cats Too!Professional Cat Sitter: If you are going out of town and looking for someone to check in on your kitty

Heat Stroke In Dogs
Summer in the south is no joke. Around this time of year, it is not uncommon for the temperature to climb to the high 90s

Raleigh Professional Dog Walker and Pet Sitters!
As the pandemic has started to wane and life returns to normal this also means that more andmore people are returning to the office. Perhaps

Frequently Asked Questions about the Business Transition
Lesley White and new Owner Jordan Blanton answer questions about the upcoming Business transition on February 1, 2022

Business Transition Announced for Feb 1, 2022
Lesley White co-Founded Peak City Puppy, Inc in 2008. She announced her transfer of ownership of the business effective February 1, 2022.

Dog Training Basics
Part I: Create Your Training Plan Determine Your Dog’s Trainability Different breeds of dogs are easier to train than others. Some breeds are eager to

Team Member Spotlight: Trish B.
Trish joined the Peak City Puppy family in December of 2020. Trish works primarily in East Cary and Apex as a Senior Walker. Trish is

Choosing the Right Shampoo & Conditioner
When choosing a shampoo or conditioner the possibilities and options are endless. There are shampoos for every hair type, every hair color, gender, age, scalp

Warning Signs: Common Health Conditions in Dogs
Just like humans, dogs can get sick. Dogs are prone to various illnesses just like humans. Depending on their breed, age, sex, and genetic makeup,

Pet Sitting vs. Boarding
You have a trip coming up and, sadly, you cannot take Fido. That means you need to find someone to care for your dog (or

Team Member Spotlight: Magda M.
Magda joined the Peak City Puppy family in 2019. Magda works primarily in Apex, NC as a Senior Walker, but also performs Overnight Pet Sitting

Basic Pet Safety & First Aid
It has happened to almost every pet owner at some point or another. Something happens with your pet and all you can think is, “what

The Perfect Walk: Leads, Collars & Harnesses
Intro There are many different types of leads, collars, and harnesses on the market. At Peak City Puppy, we understand the importance of choosing the

Pet Health
Keeping your pet healthy is critical to their longevity of life. This means feeding them and giving them the proper nutrients they need. There are

Dog Friendly Day Trips
Summertime is often a time in which many of us find ourselves out and about enjoying ourselves and the world around us. Unfortunately, that became

Team Member Spotlight: Stacey W.
Stacey is a recent hire for the Peak City Puppy family. She joined our team earlier this year in April. Stacey is a Walker and

10 Most Popular Dog Breeds
Dogs are fascinating creatures with a vast span of characteristics both physical and with personality. From the smallest to the largest breeds each has their

DNA Tests for Dogs
Testing your dog’s DNA can help provide information into breed makeup, genetic information on their health, breed specific traits, and more.

Our Favorite Dog Friendly Breweries in the Triangle
Peak City Puppy loves dogs and craft beers. Luckily, the Triangle offers lots of chances to enjoy both – together! Here are our picks for dog-friendly bars in the Triangle.

Pet Massage Therapy: More than Just a Spa Day for your Dog
Guest contributor Melanie Hampton with Serenity Pet Massage offers pet owners in the Triangle some of the many health benefits to pet massage therapy for your dog.

Pet Sitting Pricing & Plans
Peak City Puppy offers in-home pet sitting options as an alternative to boarding your cat or dog. Our prices are all inclusive and bulk purchases combine automatic savings.

New Puppy Pricing & Plans
Trust the Triangle’s most reliable team. Peak City Puppy offers pet owners money-saving packages for care of your new puppy.

Dog Walking Pricing & Plans
Trust Peak City Puppy for your daily, weekly or sporadic dog walk needs. Now offering money-saving subscription plans and packages.

2021 Pricing, Packages & Subscriptions
This week, we announced publicly, changes to the way we price our Services via our social media accounts. Our strategy is one that places a high value on what we do best: build and deliver relationships over time. Clients will always have the option to choose single visits if they only need our services sporadically. However, for those who desire a recurring schedule or use us even as little as twice a month, we’ve built value-priced plans to reward this loyalty.

What’s Really in My Dog’s Food?
What’s Really in My Dog’s Food? I have been in the pet food industry for over 15 years and in that time I believe the

Business Recovery Part IV – The Value of People & Things
Business Recovery means a lot of things. Pricing is only one component of our business and we believe, over time, a feature that has always been fair, transparent and chock full of value. We understand that as the world continues to emerge from COVID, clients needs and value proposition of things may change and we respect that.

Business Recovery Part III – The Trust of Time
While price, availability, convenience, friendliness and professionalism are all important qualities of our service, it is TRUST that customers and employees desire most when choosing a dog walker, pet sitter or someone to help in the early days of new puppy care.

Pay Raises When Your Business Bleeds Red – Business Recovery Part II
COVID-19 has brought a major shift to the dog walking & pet sitting industry. Peak City Puppy Owner Lesley White reflects on her company’s approach to managing through the pandemic: a refocus on their strengths.

Business Recovery is an Inside Job
COVID-19 has brought a major shift to the dog walking & pet sitting industry. Peak City Puppy Owner Lesley White reflects on her company’s approach to managing through the pandemic: a refocus on their strengths.