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...
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...
Today, we're discussing pet accident clean-up tips that work! Accidents are an almost unavoidable part of life with pets. Whether you’ve just welcomed a puppy or kitten into your home, or share life with a senior pet who sometimes struggles with bladder control,...
Upset stomachs happen to both cats and dogs. Most of the time, stomach upset in pets is temporary but, even then, it can be worrying for Yorktown area pet parents. Vomiting, diarrhea, or a loss of appetite are all signs that something is off with a pet's digestive...
The Williamsburg Yorktown Daily recently published an article stating that the Pet Poison Helpline is reporting increased nationwide and, specifically, Virginia-originated calls relating to cannabis poisoning in household pets. Because at Hearts at Home Pet Sitting...
After decades of caring for and working with dogs and their families, one of the most important lessons I’ve learned is this: behavior is communication. What appears to be a problem behavior on the surface often has a deeper underlying cause. Families call us...
As a professional pet sitting business owner, one of the most important parts of my job isn’t just caring for pets; it’s ensuring that we can reliably and securely access a client’s home to care for the pets. For years, this meant our clients trusted us with a set of...
Thirteen years ago, on June 15, 2012, I took a leap of faith and founded Hearts at Home Pet Sitting, determined to bring compassionate, professional in-home pet care to Yorktown and its environs. As I celebrate this anniversary, I’m filled with gratitude for every pet...
Leaving your beloved pet behind can be a bit unnerving. You worry about their well-being, comfort, and whether they'll miss you. While individual pet sitters can offer a personal touch, choosing a company with a team of qualified caregivers comes with important...