National Cat Lover’s Month is celebrated in December to honor the love our cats give us and celebrate why having cats is such a treat. Domesticated yet wild felines have a mixed reputation but, as professional pet sitters who have the pleasure of caring for cats every day, we think cats are amazing pets. Today, we’re telling you why we love cats.
The holidays are upon us; it’s a festive time for many of our clients. We are excited to see families celebrating with loved ones and their pets. Because we are pet-obsessed, however, today we’re sharing our top holiday safety tips for pets to keep everyone safe while enjoying the season.
Hosting holidays can be fun yet highly stressful for our families. The host is in charge of organizing invitations, preparing the home, planning enough seating, designing the menu, managing guest contributions, and more. Amid the holiday frenzy, don’t forget to consider your pets when hosting holiday gatherings. Here’s our guide to pet-friendly gathering tips and hosting dos and don’ts.
Whether you're shopping for a beloved pet or a fabulous pet parent, you've come to the right place! We've compiled this one-stop shop featuring holiday gifts that you can buy locally or online. We hope you find the Hearts at Home 2023 Pet Gift Guide helpful in your...
There is a mystery dog illness going around. It's similar to Kennel Cough but may be more serious. This mysterious upper respiratory illness has been identified in a number of states. Thankfully, Virginia and the Yorktown area have yet to confirm any cases. Even...
I can hardly believe that 2023 is coming to an end. It's been a busy, sometimes challenging, but overall exceptional year for Hearts at Home Pet Sitting. On behalf of our entire team, I'd like to wish you and your families a wonderful Thanksgiving. We'd also like to...
Thanksgiving is a delicious holiday for everyone, especially our pets. They smell the baked goods, watch us carve the turkey, and drool while stuck with their bowls full of kibble, poor guys. If you're in the mood to make your dog's day this Thanksgiving, consider...
Fall is the perfect time of year to plan a camping trip. And, while most of us dream of a “glamping” vacation with fancy yurts and butler service, the reality is that most of us likely have the budget for tent camping, especially if we plan to make it a regular thing....
Fall is here and we’re jumping into our cozy sweaters and headed out and about to enjoy the Yorktown area’s autumnal beauty. At Hearts at Home, we love fall because it’s one of the prettiest and most enjoyable times of the year to be outdoors. As dog walkers and pet...