When pet parents are planning travel or long workdays, one of the biggest decisions they face is what to do with their pet. Boarding facilities and doggie daycares can seem convenient, but for most pets, remaining in their own home with professional care is actually...
When holiday travel plans come together, many pet parents face the same question: Can I ask a neighbor to check on my pet? The holidays, unfortunately, introduce unique challenges that make relying on neighbors for pet sitting risky, even when everyone has the best...
November is Pet Diabetes Awareness Month. Preventing diabetes in cats and dogs starts with informed choices: knowing your pet’s risk, feeding real, species-appropriate food, and keeping our pets lean and active throughout their lives. While genetics can’t be changed,...
The holidays, especially big gatherings like Thanksgiving, are something most families look forward to. For our pets, however, holidays can feel like chaos, especially if we are hosting. Loud voices, doors opening and closing, new smells, unfamiliar faces, and more...
Emergencies can happen when you least expect them, and our professional sitters are trained to take swift, thoughtful action. Whether it’s sudden illness, injury, or severe weather, we follow structured safety protocols to protect every pet and home under our care....
As loving pet parents, we all want our cats and dogs to feel safe and secure. But animals can’t tell us when something frightens them. Instead, they communicate through body language, sounds, and subtle behaviors. Recognizing when your pet is afraid can help you...
Pet Sitters International (PSI), the world’s leading educational organization for professional pet sitters and dog walkers, has taken a historic step with the release of its first-ever Global Standards for Professional Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Businesses. Announced...
September is Happy Cat Month, a celebration dedicated to improving the lives of our feline companions. At Hearts at Home Pet Sitting, we know that making cats happy goes far beyond playtime and treats. True feline wellness comes from attentive care, a safe...
I recently saw a post in a Facebook group called Yorktown 411 about community cats. The OP posted the following: "We have cats that roam all over from who knows where (we think we know). We have bird feeders out around the house so we can watch the birds, but I am...