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2022 Pet Gift Guide
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...
Pet Sitter’s Top Pet-Friendly Holiday Decorating Tips
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...
We LOVE Senior Pets
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...
National Pit Bull Awareness
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...
What Constitutes Healthy Cat Poop
Most indoor cats poop in litter boxes, which is a considerable benefit of keeping cats indoors. Poops that end up in litter boxes are usually seen by human caregivers and can point to health issues before they become serious. Because we love cats and want to help...
How Often Should Dogs Be Walked?
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...