by Annika Hugosson | Oct 1, 2026 | Dog Walking, Dogs, Pet Safety
Durham winters are mild compared with much of the country, until they are not. In January 2026, the Triangle went from mild, dry weather to a round of sleet and freezing rain, followed by a statewide snowstorm, all within about a week (that was a rough one!). And even...
by Annika Hugosson | Sep 24, 2026 | Dog Walking, Dogs, Pet Safety
On Sunday, November 1, 2026, clocks fall back one hour at 2 a.m. Mornings get a little brighter, but the after-work dog walk suddenly happens in the dark. Durham’s sunset keeps creeping earlier until early December, when the sun goes down around 5 p.m. For...
by Annika Hugosson | Sep 1, 2026 | Dog Walking, Dogs, Pet Holidays, Pet Safety
Fall is some of the best walking weather Durham gets! The humidity drops, the heat breaks, and dogs who dragged through the hot summer months suddenly want to go farther. But the season also brings its own hazards to sidewalks, yards, and trails. Here is what to watch...
by Annika Hugosson | Jun 29, 2026 | About Bull City Pet Care, In-Home Pet Care, Pet Safety
If you’ve searched for pet care in Durham recently, you’ve probably run into Rover, Wag, and Care.com before you found us. That’s by design. These platforms have massive marketing budgets and are built to dominate search results. But ranking first...
by Annika Hugosson | Apr 18, 2026 | Animal Welfare, In-Home Pet Care, Pet Health, Pet Safety
If you’ve ever reached into your pet’s water bowl and felt a slippery film along the inside, it’s not just mineral buildup. That slick coating is called biofilm, and it’s something many pet owners encounter without realizing what it is. We recently shared a quick...
by Annika Hugosson | Feb 27, 2026 | Dog Walking, Pet Safety
Spring arrives early in Durham and brings beautiful blossoms…and a surge in pollen that affects pets as well as people (we’re sure many readers can personally relate). While daily walks are essential for a dog’s physical and mental health, in spring, they also mean...
