Pawtel Blog

Pet care, done right.

Practical guides on choosing, raising, and caring for your pets, from the team building Europe's trusted pet-care marketplace.

Dog groomer in Berlin guide cover: a freshly groomed toy poodle looking at the camera
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Dog Groomer in Berlin: How to Actually Get an Appointment

Why good groomers are booked out for weeks, how salon, mobile, and home groomers compare, and the tactics that get you seen sooner.

GroomingBerlin
Christiaan Joubert Christiaan Joubert20 July 2026
7 min read
The 10 best cat breeds to own: Pawtel guide cover featuring a British Shorthair cat
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The 10 Best Cat Breeds to Own: A Practical Guide for Real Homes

From the floppy Ragdoll to the tiny-leopard Bengal: ten wonderful cat breeds compared by temperament, grooming, and how well they handle time alone.

Cat OwnershipGuides
Christiaan Joubert Christiaan Joubert19 July 2026
9 min read
How much does a pet sitter cost in Berlin: Pawtel guide cover with a dog walker and several dogs
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How Much Does a Pet Sitter Cost in Berlin? An Honest Pricing Guide

No invented averages: the four pricing models, what really drives sitter prices up or down, and how to budget honestly for your pet's care.

Pet SittingPricing
Christiaan Joubert Christiaan Joubert19 July 2026
7 min read
The complete pet sitter checklist: Pawtel guide cover with a couple at home with their small dog
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The Complete Pet Sitter Checklist: What to Prepare Before You Leave

Food, meds, written instructions, emergency info, and comfort items: the full handover checklist sitters wish every owner prepared.

Pet SittingChecklists
Christiaan Joubert Christiaan Joubert19 July 2026
7 min read
Teaching your dog to stay home alone: Pawtel guide cover with a dog gazing out of a window
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How to Teach Your Dog to Stay Home Alone (Without the Crying)

A calm, seven-step plan to end the crying at the door: spot real separation anxiety, build up from micro-absences, and know when to call in a pro.

Dog TrainingGuides
Christiaan Joubert Christiaan Joubert19 July 2026
8 min read
The 10 best dog breeds to own: Pawtel guide cover featuring a yellow Labrador Retriever
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The 10 Best Dog Breeds to Own: A Practical Guide for Real Homes

Ten wonderful breeds compared by temperament, size, exercise, and grooming, so you can choose the right companion for your life, not just your feed.

Dog OwnershipGuides
Christiaan Joubert Christiaan Joubert19 July 2026
9 min read