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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...

Pit bulls and pit bull-type dogs can be controversial subjects. Depending on who you ask, they may tell you they love the breed or have a significant fear of it. At Hearts at Home, we believe that education leads to tolerance and understanding. Today, we’re...

There is no magic formula that tells us exactly how much daily exercise each dog needs. Age, size, breed, and overall health will play an important role in helping determine an individual dog’s exercise needs. The dog’s feeding schedule will also impact how often...

Spaying and neutering are the most common veterinary procedures performed on cats and dogs. These procedures are statistically very safe and generally made accessible by government-subsidized clinics around the country. Because they are an important consideration...