YBFF'S NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
SAVE...SAVE...SAVE
January 2012
10% Savings on Services
Save 10% on any service in February, when you book before January 31st.
Our overnight team still has openings! Have last minute travel plans? We still
have overnight availability for January. Book now for overnight services
during the rest of January 2012, and receive 10% off your next service!
The YBFF Team
Pet Safety Travel Tips
January 2012
ASPCA Releases Pet Air Travel Tips
The holidays may be over, but many people are taking advantage of some great
deals and still traveling at this time of
the year. And more and more people are taking their pets with them, even if the
trip includes air travel!
Check out the ASPCA's 10 very important tips to ensure you and your pet have
safe travels. Click here to read the full article...
And of course, if you are unable to take your pet with you on your next trip,
contact us at YBFF, and we will make sure your pet is well looked after while
you are gone. Call us at 303.692.1140
or schedule online here.
The YBFF Team
Last Minute Travel Plans?
Don't Leave Me Alone!
December 2011
We Still Have Availability.
Doing any last minute traveling? YBFF still has openings for overnight service
and regular pet sitting services. Right now we have overnight service openings
December 10th-18th and the 27th-Jan 1st. Regular pet sitting is still available
every day.
The best part is, if you haven’t booked your service, you can call now at 303.692.1140
for a 10% discount on a last minute booking!.
The YBFF Team
Holiday Tips
December 2011
Say NO to Mistletoe
Holly, when ingested, can cause pets to suffer nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Mistletoe can cause gastrointestinal upset and cardiovascular problems. And many
varieties of lilies, can cause kidney failure in cats if ingested. Opt for just-as-jolly
artificial plants made from silk or plastic, or choose a pet-safe bouquet.
Chocolate Toxicity
Keep the sweets in the stockings! Chocolate is toxic to dogs, cats, and other
pets. Depending on the type and amount ingested, chocolate can cause vomiting,
diarrhea, hyperactivity, panting, abnormal heart rhythm, tremors, seizures—and
even death in severe cases.
The YBFF Team
Get Ready for the Holidays!
November 2011
Schedule Holiday Services Soon!
Halloween has passed, Thanksgiving is quickly approaching and you're ready for
in-laws and eggnog. As you're making your list, check it twice to make sure YBFF
is caring for your pet while you're away for the holiday. Our holiday schedules
fill up fast, and we want to make sure there's enough room for everyone!
Even if you simply need a day time visit, a walk while you're entertaining, or
a trip to the vet when you're just too busy, YBFF provides the services to make
you and you pet comfortable and stress free over the holidays. Call us at 303.692.1140
or schedule online here.
The YBFF Team
Did you know we have YBFF Gift Cards?
November 2011
The perfect gift for the animal lover who has everything. And the best part...
They don't expire!
Purchase gift cards before December 31st, 2011, and you will recieve 10% off
your next service. (Up to 5 days service, not valid during holidays).
Call 303.692.1140 to order now.
The YBFF Team
Vote for YBFF
June 2011
Your Best Friend's Friend nominated (again) for the 2011 Denver Channel 7 A-List
Every year Denver voters decide who provides the best services in the Denver
area, and this year we've been nominated for the category Best Pet Sitters in
Denver. Last year we were 3rd place and this year we'd love to hit number 1! We
can't do it without you though, so please visit the A-List website and vote for Your Best Friend's Friend in the Pet Sitting category. And don't
forget to leave a 'tip'!
Thank you for giving us a paw up in the competition!
The YBFF Team
PAWrectory & Premier PAWtners pages added
June 2011
When you are in need of a service for your pets, look no further than the YBFF
website
Our PAWrectory is your one stop to help find services for your pets. Trawling a yellow pages,
or Google looking for the right service is never easy. That is why we put together
this list of common services to help you save time when looking for what your
pet needs.
We have also added a Premier PAWtners page, which goes one step further, and provides you with contacts for those
companies that we think you should consider your very first stop.
We hope these valuable assets will help make life that little bit easier.
Memorial Day Plans?
May 2011
Don't forget to schedule services for Memorial Day with YBFF!
We're available for visits all throughout
the holiday weekend, including overnight stays!
To schedule service call the office at 303-692-1140,
email at contact@ybffpetcare.com, or schedule online here.
And remember, when you refer us to friends and family, we reward you with
$10.00 towards your next service.
Pain at the Pump!
April 2011
As many of you have probably felt the pain at the pump yourselves, we have also
been hit especially hard by the recent increase in gas prices due to the tremendous
amount of driving we do traveling to our furry friend's homes. In order to provide
the excellent service you have come to know, we have found it necessary to institute
a temporary gas surcharge. The surcharge will take effect May 1, 2011 and remain
in effect until unleaded gas prices fall below $3.25 in the Denver Metro area.
Prices Effective 5/1/2011
$1.00 per visit for all pet/home sitting jobs
$0.50 per visit for all scheduled dog walking jobs
To view all our rates Click Here
We really appreciate your understanding, and please feel free to call or email
(contact@ybffpetcare.com)
with any questions, comments or concerns.
Spring Break Plans?
March 2011
Don't forget to schedule services for spring break with YBFF!
Spring has sprung, and it's not too late to schedule services for while you're
away! We want to make sure we can accommodate everyone's needs, so be sure to
schedule your services sooner than later! We're available for visits all throughout
the day, evenings and overnight visits, 7 days a week! We can even run your pet
to the groomer, vet or doggy day care while you're away. Call the office at 303-692-1140,
email at contact@ybffpetcare.com, or schedule online here. And remember, when you refer us to friends and family, we reward you with
$10 towards your next service.
See you soon!
Join YBFF at the 2011 Dumb Friend's League Furry Scurry!
March 2011
We’d like to invite you to join the YBFF team in the 2011 Furry Scurry, benefiting
the Denver Dumb Friend’s League. This 2 mile walk around Washington Park on Saturday,
May 7th helps the Dumb
Friends league care for as many as 25,000 homeless animals each year.
If you are able to join us in the walk, click here to register. Select Join/Create
Team, type YBFF in the team name box under Register with
an Existing Team and select Search. Once you get to the Team YBFF team, select
Join Team. You can choose to support the team in a number of different ways, it’s
up to you!
Once you’ve decided how you’re going to participate, you will need to fill in
your personal information and billing information.
You are not required to donate to walk with the YBFF team. On the day of the
race, just wear a yellow t-shirt and bring your dog! We will provide details on
a time and a meeting spot at Wash Park closer to the day of the event. We'll have
prizes for you and your dog, and also something fun and yellow for your dog to
wear, so be sure to get there early!
If you are unable to participate in the walk, you may also choose to make a donation on behalf of the YBFF team. Once you click the link above to donate, choose to Donate to a Furry Scurry
Team, click on Team YBFF, and then click on Support Team YBFF to choose your gift
amount.
We look forward to seeing everyone in May! If you cannot come, we thank you in
advance for any gift you may be able to give; your donations help those who cannot
speak for themselves.
February 2011
Come visit, and tell your friend's about YBFF's new Blog, where we will be bringing you Pet News, Tips, and Stories.
At Your Best Friend’s
Friend, we always want to keep our clients abreast of not only what’s
happening at YBFF, but what’s happening in the world of pet care.
We provide care for our clients pets to the best of our ability, but
we can’t always be there to provide tips, ideas and news on the best
ways to take care of your pet.
We invite you to check out our new Blog and
check back often, for tips, tricks, news and fun updates about YBFF and
the world of dog walking, pet sitting, cat care, horse care etc., and
all things pets we love!
Don’t forget to call to set up spring services! Call: 303-690-1140, email: contact@ybffpetcare.com or schedule service HERE.
YBFF 2010 Slideshow
January 2011
As always, YBFF loves hanging with your pets, but we also love a furry photo
shoot every now and again! Check out our slideshow from 2010 to see if your four
legged family member made the runway!
Unfortunately we couldn't capture everyone, so if we've missed your pet, please
send your pictures to contact@ybffpetcare.com so we can make sure to add them
into the next one!
Spring Break Services
January 2011
It may only be January, but spring will be here soon! Call us to schedule spring
break services at 303-690-1140, or email at contact@ybffpetcare.com. You can also
schedule services HERE.
Holiday Special
December 2010
Purchase a YBFF gift certificate before December 31st and receive 5% off your
next service. Happy holidays!
Schedule Holiday Services Soon!
December 2010
Thanksgiving has passed, Black Friday is over and you're ready for in-laws and
eggnog. As you're making your list, check it twice to make sure YBFF is caring
for your pet while you're away for the holiday. Our holiday schedules are filling
up, and we want to make sure there's enough room for everyone!
Even if you simply need a day time visit, a walk while you're entertaining, or
a trip to the vet when you're just too busy, YBFF provides the services to make
you and your pet comfortable and stress free over the holidays. Call us at 303.692.1140
or visit our Schedule Service form to schedule services.
Need a Gift?
December 2010
Not sure what to get the animal lover that has everything? The gift of love and
time spent with a pet when an owner is away is the best gift you can give. YBFF
has gift certificates in any denomination, and no expiration date. Call for the
perfect gift today! 303.692.1140.
Welcome Back Mary!
November 2010
Many of you know and love our full-time pet sitter, Mary Downum-Lister.
Some of you may not know that she left YBFF for short time to help her mother,
who was recovering from major surgery. We are all pleased that Mary's Mom has
made a full recovery, and Mary is
now back in full swing again with YBFF.
Holiday Gifts for Pets and Their People
October 2010
Join the YBFF Team for some Holiday fund raising fun! Sponsored by Every Creature
Counts, the "Holiday Gifts for Pets and Their People" event benefits animal rescue
organizations in the Colorado area and will feature handmade crafts, food and
fun for the entire family. The event will take place on the 6th and 7th of November
at Tagawa Gardens in Centennial. For more information please click here.
Your Best Friend's Friend Comes Third In Denver's 7 A-List...Thank You For Your Votes!
October 2010
Thank you to everyone who voted for Your Best Friend's Friend on Channel 7's
Best of Denver A-List. Thanks to all of you, we came in 3rd Place! We wouldn't
be able to do what we do without our loyal clients and friends. We sincerely appreciate
your business and support, and will continue to deliver best in class service.
Visit the Channel 7 A-List results page to check out other Best of Denver restaurants,
shops, bakeries and more!
Join YBFF At The Festival Of The Bastardino (Italian for Dog)!
September 2010
The third annual Festival of The Bastardino is a charity fund raiser for Freedom
Service Dogs, an organization that acquires and trains dogs to assist disabled
military veterans. The event is free, and will feature vendor booths for sampling
and sales, along with activies, games, food and fun. Dogs welcome!
Location: Centennial Park, Englewood, CO
Time & Date: Saturday, September 11th 2010 10am-3pm
What to Bring: Yourself and your best friend (furry or not)
Your Best Friend's Friend Adds New Team Members
July 2010
Your Best Friend's Friend, a locally owned and operated full service pet
care provider, announced this month that they have added two new
members to the YBFF team. The growth of clientele and the recent
expansion into Highlands Ranch, Colorado, has increased the company's
need to add care takers to their staff. The company welcomes Jennifer
Brown and Lindsey Bowman to the team.
Jennifer Brown, full time pet sitter and dog walker, brings tremendous
knowledge and experience in dog and cat care, extensive training of
medical practices and proper handling of extreme emergencies. Growing
up, Jennifer's father operated a privately owned feline and canine
rescue center, where she not only gained extensive knowledge and passion
for all types of animals, but also began to raise and show her own
rabbits and horses. Beginning at age 9, Jennifer raised mini Rex rabbits
for show as well as improved breeding techniques, and has made
remarkable progress in the development of rabbit genetics and nutrition.
Lindsey Bowman is a Colorado native, currently residing in Denver. She
graduated from the University of Colorado, Boulder with a Bachelor's
degree in marketing, and works as a marketing manager for a software
company in Golden, Colorado. Lindsey grew up surrounded by and caring
for animals, as her father is a veterinarian. In her free time Lindsey
is extremely active, with a passion for yoga, running, volleyball and
snowboarding in the winter. She is also very passionate and involved in
health and fitness, and is a health and fitness writer and consultant
for a local online publication. Lindsey helps YBFF with overnight care
and fill-in help.
Both women are very excited to be a part of the YBFF team, and look
forward to contributing to YBFF's quality care and dedication to
excellence.
Your Best Friends Friend Expands Service into Highlands Ranch, Colorado
June 2010
Your Best Friend's Friend, a locally owned and operated full service pet
care provider, announced this month that their growth and success in
the Denver community and surrounding areas has enabled YBFF to expand
their service boundaries to include Northwest Highlands Ranch. In
addition to their recent expansion, YBFF serves clients in South Denver,
Greenwood Village, Cherry Hills, and parts of Centennial and Littleton.
In recent years, YBFF has grown to a team of twelve team
members. Thorough background checks are performed on each employee and
all are trained in animal first aid, including injections and CPR. YBFF
is insured, bonded and an accredited member of Pet Sitters
International. Prior to each job, YBFF conducts an initial new client
meeting to discuss the specific needs of the pets and owners.
In addition to the basic duties of feeding and caring for pets, house care
is also included. YBFF brings in mail, takes out the trash, waters
plants and provides daily notes to the pet owners to recount the visits.
YBFF offers a full range of pet care services - from a quick mid afternoon
break or dog walks of any length, to full pet sitting care when owners
are out of town. Additionally, YBFF provides care for horses, birds, and
small animals. Overnight services, errands, and pet chauffeuring are
also available. While some animals only require one visit per day,
others need two or more. "We tailor our visits to your pet's specific
needs," says YBFF founder, Janice Fehrman - "And we're always willing to
go beyond the call of duty to ensure clients can be worry free when
away from home."
According to the American Humane Society, pets
are happiest when they are at home, surrounded by familiar sights and
smells. For Janice Fehrman, the owner and founded of Your Best Friend's
Friend, true happiness comes from pet ownership and the interaction with
animals. "YBFF knows animals are much more than pets; they are family
members," said Fehrman. "That's why choosing quality pet care is so
important."
"YBFF went above and beyond taking care of our pets,
by taking care of our flooding basement while we were out of town," said
Shelly, a customer of YBFF. "And the pets were happy too!"
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