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Nov

How to Plan a Pet-Friendly Move: Before, During, and After

Posted on Categories Children Author By Wheaton World Wide Moving

Your pets are part of the family. So when you move, you want to make sure that your new location becomes a home to both you and your animal.

Work your pets into the details of your big day so they don’t feel uncomfortable or get left behind. We’ve already provided some tips on how to move with your pets, but now we have a checklist for every stage of your move.

Before the Move

Consider your pet from the start to ensure an easier move.

Keep your pet in mind when choosing a location.

Wherever you go, remember that your pet needs space and security. Is the location close to somewhere where it could exercise?

Are there other animals in the neighborhood that could intimidate your dog or cat?

If you will move into an apartment or condo instead of a house, make sure that the landlord allows animals. And if you move into a house, research the neighborhood to make sure your pets will be safe there. If the neighborhood sits next to an industrial park or major highway, your pets have a higher risk of injury if they leave the house.

Prepare your pet for the trip.

Purchase a roomy crate or carrier, with enough room for food and water, and get your pet accustomed to the crate. You can use the carrier as a bed or a spot for eating for a few days before the move.

Find a veterinarian.

An emergency could happen at any time, so find the location of the nearest vet before you arrive at your new home.

During the Move

Moving day might be stressful for you, but it’s equally stressful for a pet has never traveled before. Try not to transport your pet by air. If you travel across or out of the country, contact the airline and make arrangements. Otherwise, use these suggestions for a pleasant car trip.

Plan pit stops along the way and keep treats on hand.

If you plan to keep your pet in a carrier for the trip, stop on occasion to let your animal walk around and do its business. Assign one person to keep track of your pets and their needs. A treat now and then or a fun chew toy can reassure your pet through the long drive.

Find a pet-friendly hotel or kennel if you are staying overnight.

Ideally, you will be able to keep your pet with you in the hotel, but you might need to arrange other boarding for your pet overnight. Remember that you shouldn’t leave your dog alone in the car due to theft or uncomfortable weather conditions.

What about my fish?

Fish present fewer issues than furry companions when it comes to planning your move. You don’t have let them out or keep them entertained during the drive. If you keep the same tank, you don’t need to acclimate fish to a new home. You only have to worry about transporting them.

To keep your fish safe, you should:

  • Stop feeding your fish a day or two before traveling so they do not produce as much waste and use up oxygen too fast.
  • Buy an insulated cooler, durable foam container, or fish bag. You can even set up your filter system if you have a solid container. Whatever you choose, your container needs a tight lid to keep water from spilling.
  • Line the container to further prevent spills, but smooth out the lining so your fish do not get trapped.
  • Keep your bag or container with a ratio of 1/3 water and 2/3 air.
  • Bring bags of hot or cold water to keep the temperature steady.

After the MoDog Movingve

You’ve finally made it to your new location, and your pet wants to roam around. Not so fast. Before you let your furry friend settle in, follow these tips.

Make your new home or apartment safe and comfortable for your pet.

As you move in, you’re going to have boxes and objects everywhere. Clear out a spot for your pet, in the backyard or in a spot inside blocked off from your other items. Put out food, bedding, and favorite toys so the surroundings become friendly and familiar.

Check that area for:

  • Choking hazards
  • Strong cleaners or pesticides
  • Plugged-in appliances or worn electrical cords
  • Access to trash cans or elevated areas
  • Loose screens or fences

If you will allow your pets in, out of, and around the house, let your animals roam around as soon as it’s safe. You can also try introducing them to one spot at a time.

Give your pet some attention.

Moving is a long process, and you’ve likely neglected this loved member of your family. Take your dog on a walk around your new surroundings. Buy your cat a new toy. They deserve it.

Try these suggestions and make a personalized plan of your own so moving day goes off without a hitch.

20
Nov

Favorite Thanksgiving Recipes of Wheaton World Wide Moving Employees

Posted on Categories Lifestyle Author By Wheaton World Wide Moving

Last week, Wheaton World Wide Moving hosted its annual Thanksgiving lunch for its corporate staff in Indianapolis, Ind. MCL Restaurant and Bakery provided the turkey, ham and mashed potatoes, while the employees all brought a side dish and/or dessert to share. Below are some of the favorite recipes to incorporate into your Thanksgiving dinner next week.

Appetizers

Whitney’s World Famous Taco Dip

1 package taco seasoning mixIMG_8699
1 16 oz can refried beans
1 16 oz container sour cream
Shredded lettuce
Shredded cheese (your choice)
1 6 oz can of sliced black olives
Chopped tomato
Bag of chips for dipping

Layer starting with refried beans, then mix the taco seasoning into the sour cream and layer on top refried beans. Top it off with lettuce, cheese, tomato, black olives, and you are done!

Sides

Olivia’s Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet Potato Casserole

8-10 peeled and boiled sweet potatoes
1 cup of brown sugar
1 stick of salted butter
Bag of mini marshmallows
Chopped pecans

1) Preheat oven 350 degrees
2) Mix sweet potatoes, brown sugar and salted butter with a mixer until it is whipped and smooth
3) Top with mini marshmallows and chopped pecans
4) Bake for 30 minutes or until the marshmallows are slightly browned and melted

Karen’s Mac & Cheese

2 cups uncooked macaroni
1/2 stick butter
5 cups half and half
Small amount chopped onion
Salt and pepper to taste.
Lots of shredded cheese of your choice
Five slices of cooked bacon (optional)

1. Preheat oven at 325 degrees
2. Melt butter in cake style pan
3. Layer the following: 2 cups uncooked macaroni, 5 cups half and half, cheese, onion, salt and pepper
4. The cold milk will make the dry macaroni stick to the bottom of the pan once you add the milk. Stir to loosen the macaroni from the bottom of the pan.
5. Cook for 45 min to 1 hour. Stir 2 or 3 times as it cooks. This allows the steam to escape as the cheese melts and seals the top of the dish.
6. Cut bacon into small pieces and spread across the top of the macaroni and cheese.

Brenda’s Stuffing IMG_8681

3 boxes of Stove Top dressing
1 bag of microwave rice with seasoning

1) Preheat oven at 325 degrees
2) Prepare Stove Top dressing and Rice according to directions on the box3) Place stuffing into a 9×12 pan
4) Fold cooked rice into dressing
5) Back until brown, if desired

Dessert:

Barb’s Pistachio Cake

1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
1 3/4 tubes Ritz Crackers (reduced fat)
1/2 gallons vanilla bean ice cream (sugar added)
9 oz Cool Whip
2 packages instant pistachio pudding mix

Crust:  Melt butter.  Grind up Ritz crackers in a food processor.  Combine and press in the bottom of a 9×13 pan.

Filling:  Combine softened ice cream, cool whip, and dry pudding mix together.  Spread on top of crust.

Freeze for at least 8 hours

Luann’s Pumpkin Rolls

CakeIMG_8691
Powdered sugar
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
1 cup sugar
2/3 cup Pure Pumpkin
1 cup chopped walnuts, if desired

Filling
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup sifted powdered sugar
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla

1) Heat oven to 375°F.
2) Grease 15x10x1-inch jelly-roll pan; line with parchment or waxed paper. Grease and flour paper; set aside.
3) Use clean thin, cotton kitchen towel on counter; sprinkle with powdered sugar.
4) Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt in small bowl.
3) In a  large bowl, combine eggs and sugar; beat until thickened. Add pumpkin; beat until well mixed. Stir in flour mixture.
4) Spread batter evenly into prepared pan. Sprinkle with walnuts, if desired.
5) Bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until center springs back when lightly touched. Immediately loosen cake from edges of pan; invert onto prepared towel. Remove pan; carefully peel off paper. Roll up cake in towel while hot,  Cool completely on wire rack.
6) Beat cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, softened butter and vanilla in small bowl until smooth. Carefully unroll cake; remove towel. Spread cream cheese mixture over cake. Reroll cake.
7) Wrap in plastic food wrap; refrigerate at least one hour. Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Stephanie’s Pumpkin Bars

1 (18 oz) box of yellow cake mix
1/2 cup of butter, melted
13 ounces pumpkin butter (specifically 1 13-oz jar of pumpkin pecan butter from Williams & Sonoma)
3 eggs
1 tablespoon of flour
1/4 cup of sugar
1/4 cup of butter, softened
3 tablespoons of milk
1 teaspoon of cinnamon

1) Preheat oven to 350
2) Reserve 1 cup of cake mix and set aside
3) Mix remaining cake with a 1/2 cup of melted butter and 1 egg. Press mixture lightly into the bottom of a 13×9 baking dish
4) Mix one jar of pumpkin pecan butter with remaining two eggs and milk and pour over cake mixture in pan
5) Mix remaining 1 cup cake mix with flour, sugar, remaining 1/4 cup butter, and cinnamon, and crumble of the top of the pumpkin layer
6) Bake 35-40 minutes, or until golden
7) Cool to room temp and serve.

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What are some of your favorite Thanksgiving recipes? Post them below!

18
Nov

How to select the best Local Moving Company in 8 steps

Posted on Categories Moving Advice, Selecting Local Movers Author By Robert Sabo

When first deciding on a moving company, many will search for moving companies near me. However, the results you receive for moving companies near me is often far from that.

There are dozens of moving companies claiming to be local movers in the Coachella valley but have never driven on our sunny streets. This blog post is not intended to strictly preach doing business locally. It’s simply informative as to what it means to hire a truly local moving company.

What to look for in a local moving company:

  1. Local movers should NEVER ask for a cash deposit before your move.
  2. They should have a physical and local address listed on their moving website. P.O. boxes are always a red flag.
  3. Local movers should be licensed and insured. You can find this information throughout their marketing materials and website.
  4. Movers should be part of local or national organizations such as the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and the American Moving and Storage Association (AMSA). If a local mover is not listed with BBB or AMSA, that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re not the company for the job, they might be fairly new in the industry.
  5. Reputable local moving company should be more than happy to provide a free and non obligational in-home estimate at your convenience. Don’t let them trick you with a fixed price over the phone as research shows companies who offer fixed over the phone prices tend to charge additional fees later.
  6. Word of mouth is usually the best indicator of a local and reliable moving company. If you’re new to the area, ask a real estate agent who they recommend.
  7. Local movers are happy to discuss valuation options which protect your belonging in case of an accident. In case something unexpected does happen, it’s best to have a moving company you can drive to and settle the issue versus calling someone far away in an abandoned warehouse.
  8. A great local moving company is on that is established, extensive experience and a strong brand name which is trusted in the local community.
    Local movers should be more than happy to talk about references. Local moving company without local clients and references is usually a red flag.

Don’t be fooled by moving companies claiming to be local.

False advertising usually means empty promises. Moving is much more than just throwing boxes on and off a truck, well – if you care about your belongings. When you request a quote on a moving quote sites, their main interest is to sell your information for top dollar without a regard for who the moving company is, their reputation, guarantees and most important of all – their willingness to tackle issues if they arise.

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On your next move, in town or out of the country – we hope you keep Desert Moving and Storage in mind. We’re more than happy to provide on-location estimates, an extensive list of references and a peace-of-mind moving experience.

We’ve been the preferred desert movers by homeowners, snowbirds, real estate agents and celebrities since 1987. With the longest moving history and largest team of experts, we’ve handles moving and storage services ranging to 1 bedroom condominiums to 500+ room nationwide hotel chains.