Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week, celebrated from November 3 to 9, is an important time to recognize the vital role that animal shelters play in our communities. This week honors the dedicated individuals who tirelessly care...
Trick-or-Treating with Dogs One of the things I love most about living in Yorktown is how family and pet-friendly we tend to be in this area. Over the years, I've noticed more families including their pets in Halloween festivities, for example. Trick-or-treating is...
This year's Yorktown Market Days Paws at the River event is scheduled for Saturday, October 26th, 2024. The event, designed to bring awareness to animal rescue organizations, will feature adoptable pets in search of their forever homes along with lots of fun for the...
It's officially fall! The holiday season is approaching and, with it, endless commitments, invitations, and responsibilities. Many dogs experience increased separation anxiety as families face repeated professional and personal demands this time of year. Changes in...
Time to Pet Happiness Score At Hearts at Home Pet Sitting, we pride ourselves on providing top-notch care for your beloved pets. But, how do we know if we're meeting (or exceeding) your expectations? That's where an exciting new feature from our pet sitting software,...
Pet Sitters International's Pet Sitter World 2024 The picturesque city of Niagara Falls, New York, played host to the highly anticipated Pet Sitter World 2024 conference, organized by Pet Sitters International (PSI). This annual event, held from September 19-21,...
Prepare Your Pet Sitter to Administer Medication Entrusting your beloved pet to a pet sitter requires a bit of planning, especially if your pet requires medication or supplementation. Proper preparation and communication with your pet sitter can make all the...
Essential for Yorktown Pets and the Community Rabies vaccinations are a crucial aspect of responsible pet ownership, playing a vital role in protecting not only our beloved companions but also the people who care for them and the wider community. Today, we're...
York County recently announced the opening of Back Creek Park's Bark Park in Yorktown. Featuring a large off-leash area where dogs can run freely without a leash, many Yorktown pet parents are excited about the new addition. As a professional pet sitter, Fear Free...