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Jan 1, 20203 min read

Hiking With Your Dog: Safety And Comfort Tips

Your dog is your best friend, so don’t leave them at home during your outdoor adventures! As long as dogs are allowed on the trail,...

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5 Tips for Naturally Reducing Stress in Dogs

Shannon Anello

Nov 18, 20192 min read

5 Tips for Naturally Reducing Stress in Dogs

Dogs get stressed, just like humans. Being away from their parents, being in a new environment, moving, weather, strangers in their home...

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Book Your Next Pup’s Birthday Party at Furball Fitness!

Shannon Anello

Jul 25, 20192 min read

Book Your Next Pup’s Birthday Party at Furball Fitness!

Pups are part of the family, and they deserve to have their birthdays celebrated with fun and style. But an Instagram-worthy celebration...

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Shannon Anello

Apr 23, 20192 min read

Hamsters v. Gerbils v. Guinea Pigs

Hamsters, gerbils, and guinea pigs are great pets for people of all ages. The difference between the three can be slim, but each animal...

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Shannon Anello

Nov 8, 20182 min read

2018 Holiday Gift Guide for Pets

This holiday season, treat your pets with one of these special presents: For the dog who can’t get enough fetch A gift for your active...

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Shannon Anello

Aug 22, 20182 min read

Top Dog Parks in Central Ohio

We know that exercise is important for our dogs, and one of the easiest ways to get enough is to visit a dog park. Dog parks give your...

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5 Tips to Keep your Furball Safe This Summer

Shannon Anello

May 18, 20182 min read

5 Tips to Keep your Furball Safe This Summer

In Ohio, summer means good weather and lots of daylight. There are long days spent at the park, on the lake, or at backyard BBQs. It’s...

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How to Hire a Professional Pet Sitting & Dog Walking Company: A Pet Parent’s Guide

Shannon Anello

Jan 12, 20182 min read

How to Hire a Professional Pet Sitting & Dog Walking Company: A Pet Parent’s Guide

Hello all pet parents! My name is Shannon, and I’ve lived in the Columbus area for more than 12 years. My husband Steve and I married in...

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Shannon Anello

Dec 26, 20173 min read

How to treat a dog cold

It’s that time of year - cold and flu season! And did you know that your dog or puppy can catch a cold too? Being shut indoors without a...

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Professional Pet Sitter verses Friends/Neighbors

Shannon Anello

Oct 8, 20172 min read

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...

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Shannon Anello

Aug 16, 20174 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...

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Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Columbus, Ohio

Shannon Anello

Jul 24, 20171 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...

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Shannon Anello

Jul 20, 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....

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New Services: Furball Fitness is now offering Grooming, Dog Obedience, and Puppy Training

Shannon Anello

Jun 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...

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Harnesses, Head Collars, and Traditional Collars: Which is right for you?

Shannon Anello

Mar 28, 20172 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,...

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Rachel Drown

Mar 6, 20173 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....

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9 Ways to Keep Your Pup Busy When You’re Away

Shannon Anello

Feb 12, 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...

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Shannon Anello

Feb 6, 20174 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...

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Shannon Anello

Jan 7, 20171 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...

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Max, the Dog

Dec 29, 20164 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...

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