Rabies remains a major concern worldwide, killing tens of thousands of people every year. In the United States, it’s not unusual for one to two people to die annually. Among animals, there were nearly 4,500 reported cases of rabies in the U.S. in 2020. What can YOU do? Vaccinate your animals and keep them away from wildlife that can spread ...

August is National Pet Immunization Awareness Month. Now is a great time to make sure your pet is up to date on their vaccines! Just like with humans, it is very important to keep your pets up to date on their vaccinations. This is their best protection against the many illnesses your pet can get. Especially during the summer in ...

We love all animals here at Cane Bay Pet Sitting but it’s no secret, cats and dogs are our most popular customers. During our pet sitting adventures, we’re often asked – do more families own cats or dogs? Which one is better? Our answer – both dogs and cats are great! But, a lot depends on what your family is ...

The warmer temperatures mean pet owners and their pets are spending more time outside. But, do you know how to keep your furry friends safe in the heat? HOT WEATHER SAFETY TIPS 1. Know the symptoms of your pet overheating One of the first signs you will see when your dog is getting too hot is excessive panting. So how ...

National Mom and Pop Business Day: Cane Bay Pet Sitting & More Who is Cane Bay Pet Sitting & More? Cane Bay Pet Sitting & More is a local mom-and-pop business owned and operated by Al and Donna Hurst. Their pet sitting career grew out of a life-long passion for animals.  Joining Donna and Al in their love for a ...

This week is National Professional Pet Sitters Week! Celebrate your pet sitters that ensure your animals are loved and cared for when you can’t be there! HISTORY OF NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL PET SITTERS WEEK In 1995, Pet Sitters International introduced National Professional Pet Sitters Week to recognize professional pet sitters. Their goal was to recognize these providers by educating pet owners ...

Today is one of your dogs favorite days of the year! It’s National Dog Walking Day! A celebration of two of the happiest things we have in life: exercise and outdoors. WHAT IS NATIONAL DOG WALKING DAY AND WHY SHOULD YOU CELEBRATE? National Dog Walking Day started back in the 1960’s when more women began returning back to the workforce. ...

Valentine’s Day Pet Safety It’s the season for love; Valentine’s Day is upon us. Celebrate the special day safely with your furry loved one. Follow these six tips for Valentine’s Day Pet Safety. Six Valentine’s Day Pet Safety Tips: Chocolate, Need We Say More? Chocolate, how we love you! Did you know Americans purchase 58 million pounds of chocolate for ...

Here at Cane Bay, pet sitting runs in our veins. We love every aspect of caring for people’s furry family members, and we view pet sitting as one of the most rewarding career fields to be in. If you’re considering becoming a pet sitter, or if you’re looking for a pet sitter and are wondering what hiring one might look ...

The winter, rainy days and an ongoing Covid-19 pandemic can make staying indoors seem dreadfully boring and remarkably sad. People in northern states oftentimes ditch the cold for warm, southern sun during winter months to help both their mental and physical health. While winters are a challenge for humans, they oftentimes can be a challenge for our canine companions as ...