Yorktown is one of three Historic Triangle sites, including Jamestown and Williamsburg. It's known for its beautiful waterfront and famous battles. Rich in history, Yorktown is also a city many call home, where we live, thrive, and raise our families. With the hustle...
April is Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs month. It's also when tick populations start to thrive in the Yorktown area. Peak tick season in Virginia is April to September, therefore, it's high time we discuss ways to prevent Lyme Disease in dogs. The Truth About Lyme...
Many love the idea of walking their dog(s) while getting exercise and enjoying a beautiful day. Yet, the dream and the reality can often be at odds due to a dog's poor walking manners. In honor of National Take a Walk in the Park Day, celebrated annually on March...
The pet industry is booming. According to ExplodingTopics.com, "US pet market sales revenue has increased every year in the last decade, growing from $50.96 billion in 2011 to an estimated $123 billion in 2021." Today, we want to break down current pet trends we think...
Pet food recalls are, unfortunately, quite common. Many pet food manufacturers use subpar ingredients, have limited quality control measures, and are unregulated, opening up a risky can of worms for our pets’ safety and wellness. At Hearts at Home Pet Sitting, we...
February is the month of love. It’s also when we celebrate Valentine’s Day for which it is estimated that more than 250 million roses are produced. Our pets don’t follow the calendar or Hallmark’s most iconic holidays but, as their parents, we often like to include...
Last week, we shared a brief history of Responsible Pet Owners Month, celebrated every February. Today, we want to take Responsible Pet Owners Month further and discuss things that responsible pet owners DO NOT do. Neglect Veterinary Care & Vaccinations...
The month of February has many designations beyond its affiliation with Valentine’s Day. It’s Black History Month, the month we get the Snow Moon and the month during which the US celebrates Groundhog Day and President’s Day. At Hearts at Home Pet Sitting, we love...
It’s 2023 and New Year’s Resolutions are in full swing. Many of us are still committed to making our resolutions stick. Some of us are struggling to stay focused. And, others have already given up on their resolutions only 17 days in. As experts in pets and pet care,...