February is the month of love. It’s also when we celebrate Valentine’s Day for which it is estimated that more than 250 million roses are produced. Our pets don’t follow the calendar or Hallmark’s most iconic holidays but, as their parents, we often like to include...
Last week, we shared a brief history of Responsible Pet Owners Month, celebrated every February. Today, we want to take Responsible Pet Owners Month further and discuss things that responsible pet owners DO NOT do. Neglect Veterinary Care & Vaccinations...
The month of February has many designations beyond its affiliation with Valentine’s Day. It’s Black History Month, the month we get the Snow Moon and the month during which the US celebrates Groundhog Day and President’s Day. At Hearts at Home Pet Sitting, we love...
It’s 2023 and New Year’s Resolutions are in full swing. Many of us are still committed to making our resolutions stick. Some of us are struggling to stay focused. And, others have already given up on their resolutions only 17 days in. As experts in pets and pet care,...
Happy New Year, Friends! It’s been a wild ride this holiday season. We are excited to welcome a more peaceful time of year, one in which we can plan for the future, rest from the past, and enjoy the present. While we’re thinking about our resolutions for 2023, we...
Pet parents everywhere want to keep their pets healthy. After all, it’s in their best interest, helps them live happier, longer lives, and prevents serious illnesses that could cost us a fortune. While our pets, unfortunately, won’t live forever, the following are...
It’s the holiday season and gift-giving is on our minds. To make it easier on you, we compiled a list of our favorite and least favorite pet gifts. We hope our 2022 Pet Gift Guide will steer you in the right direction. Thoughtful Pet Gifts The best pet gifts are those...
The holidays are upon us and it’s only a matter of time before many of the houses we see are decked out in festive decor. As professional pet sitters, we love a beautifully decorated home but we worry about the effects of decor on the pets in our care. For this...
November is National Adopt a Senior Pet Month and we must confess, we at Hearts at Home Pet Sitting have a heart for seniors! If you’re considering adopting a senior or have a dog that will soon/eventually be a senior, here are the top reasons why we LOVE senior pets....