Doggie doors feel like freedom; your dog can pop out to potty, sunbathe, or patrol the yard anytime. But, in Yorktown and neighboring communities, that convenience can come with real risk, especially when wildlife is more active and visible, like it is this time of...
Living in Hampton Roads means learning to expect the unexpected. From sudden coastal storms to traffic backups at tunnels and bridges, everyday plans can change quickly. For pet parents, that reality raises an important question: What happens to my pets if something...
As I look back on the past year at Hearts at Home Pet Sitting, I'm proud of the themes we consistently returned to in our weekly blogs. These themes mirror the values and care that guided us in 2025. Our content wasn’t just about pet care tips; it was about real life...
At Hearts at Home Pet Sitting, we spend a lot of time in our community. After celebrating Small Business Saturday this past weekend, it felt like the perfect moment to highlight some of the local professionals who make life easier, safer, and more beautiful for...
Poquoson and Yorktown, VA, are gearing up for an exciting Halloween! This month's dog-friendly Halloween events in Poquoson and Yorktown include two fun-filled happenings at PETquoson: an October Nail Trim Event and a Pet Costume Contest. Additionally, the beloved...
Recently, we had the pleasure of joining Chick-fil-A to support animal welfare in Yorktown. From participating in their 5th Annual Dog Days of Summer event to donating toward Peninsula Animal Shelter's Clear the Shelter campaign, we believe supporting animal welfare...
DOGust is the universal birthday for shelter and rescue dogs. It's also the perfect time for Yorktown and Poquoson locals to celebrate their rescue pups by visiting beloved pet businesses, supporting local shelters, and treating their dogs to joyful adventures and...
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...