Now that a new year is upon us, your pets may still be trying to recover from the holiday rush of your home. If your pet was a recent new addition to your family, you are probably still trying to find your new “normal.”

It takes time for pets to adjust to their new surroundings and all of the chaos that the holiday activities bring to any household. If you have not taken your holiday decorations down, take it slow. Your pets will notice the change. Once your holiday decorations are down for the season, find a couple things to replace the holiday décor that your pets have grown accustomed to. Fill in the now empty space with something to give the space a feeling of home.

If your pet is a new addition to your family, be sure to take time to cuddle and love your pet. Many families think the  holidays are a great time to add a four legged friend to the family, and they often get overlooked in the hustle and bustle of the season.

Make January the month that you focus on your pets. Our pets complete our households, as they fill up the “quiet” spaces that we sometimes  find awkward. Your pets will love you unconditionally, as they do not care if you are having a bad day. They will encourage you to smile, hug, and laugh! Now that is the #1 reason to own a pet.

Embrace the new year by focusing on your pet, as the love you receive in return will be worth more than their weight in gold. Imagine the adventures you and your four legged friends will have in 2014. The possibilities are truly endless.

Our team of professionals at In-Home Petsitters is always ready to keep your household running smooth. We will be there for your pet when you cannot physically be present.

We wish you and your family the best in the new year with your pets. Owning a pet is truly one of life’s most rewarding experiences, while bringing fun and laughter into a household.