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Pet First Aid and CPR Training for Pet Parents
Pet First Aid Training for Pet Parents

Pet First Aid Training for Pet Parents

The first thing most professional pet care providers do is get certified in Pet First Aid and CPR. It is, of course, the responsible thing to do when caring for pets professionally. The reality is, however, that most pets that experience injuries, illnesses, or emergencies will be in the care of their owners when these events happen. For this reason, we highly encourage pet first aid training for pet parents.

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Cat Care
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Litter Box Dos and Don’ts

Litter Box Dos and Don’ts

Pet product manufacturers are constantly releasing new and improved litter boxes that make the chore of scooping our cats’ “business” that much easier. From pricey Litter Robots to dollar store accessories, there is something for every budget in the litter box space. But, how many product designers are thinking about what the cat wants in terms of litter boxes, litter type, etc.? As it turns out, not many. For this reason, we’d like to take this opportunity to share our litter box dos and don’ts.

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Pet Care
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Five Dog Products We Love

Five Dog Products We Love

Our last post was about five dog products that we avoid and why we think you should avoid them too. In this blog, we’re sharing five dog products we love and why we encourage you to try them with your dogs. As dog walkers, we’re experts on what works and what doesn’t when walking a dog. Having tried various harnesses, collars, etc. I have come to realize that very few dog walking products on the market do what they say they’re going to do while simultaneously considering the dog’s comfort and safety.

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Pet Care
Dog Products to Avoid
Five Dog Products to Avoid

Five Dog Products to Avoid

Hearts at Home Pet Sitting, Inc. is a fear-free pet care company. Our clients hire us to care for their pets in the most gentle, compassionate, and caring way possible. For this reason, we do not use aversive or punishment-based methods or equipment. In this week’s blog, we want to share the five dog products we avoid and why you should too.

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