Holiday tips for the pros

With the arrival of the holidays come plenty of cautionary tales about ways to keep pets safe around the tree and the dinner table, but one organization offers a little advice to those at the other end of the leash:  the trainers, walkers and sitters who are in high demand this time of year.  DogTec.org, based in Sixes, OR, recently sent out its newsletter, The Dog Pro Monthly Minute, with advice for pet pros such as urging clients to make boarding reservations early, hosting holiday doggie socials, and offering gift packages of training and other services.  Sign up for more great tips at Info@DogTec.org.