Critter Blog
How to answer: “Can I Pet Your Dog?”
I walk my dogs daily in my neighborhood where we often encounter children playing. It’s common for them to run toward me expecting a happy, furry greeting as they shout cheerfully, “Can I pet your dog?” My pets aren’t used to kids and, I don’t know if the...
Are you struggling with a reactive dog?
Having a reactive dog can be worrisome, isolating, and physically wearing.
Did you Know…? Cool Ideas for Hot Dogs
There are awesome alternatives to walking your dog that can be done inside the comfortable temperature of your home.
Pet Tips for Spring
Spring has arrived! Here are some tips to keep your pets safe and happy as the weather warms up. Use pet-friendly products for spring cleaning; follow the directions for cleaning and storage.Hide the antifreeze. If you suspect your pet may have come in contact with or...
TRUE TALES: Willow: A Budding Blossom
Willow is a shy golden mix learns to warm up to the world. I was delighted to hear from a returning client that she had adopted a rescue and wanted to schedule regular dog walks. I met Willow, an adult Golden Retriever mix, in December. Little is known about her past....
DID YOU KNOW? Synergy Integrative Veterinary Clinic
Let me introduce you to a local veterinary clinic that provide special services to pets in New Bern, including Physical Rehabilitation, Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), Regeneration Medicine, Pain Management, and Holistic Care. Below is an interview...
Tips for Walking a Reactive Dog
Does your dog pull excessively on the leash and yank you off balance when he sees a squirrel, cat, or dog? Does he go berserk when he hears or sees the mail truck?Does his hyper vigilance at the window turn nuclear when he sees anything moving past your...
TRUE TALES: Loki, a new dog
A charming pup is convinced the world is against him! It takes patience and positive training to teach him how to relax. Loki, the Portuguese Water Dog This February, my friend, Thressa, asked if I could help her dog, Loki, a ten-year-old Portuguese Water Dog who is...
DID YOU KNOW? 5 Tips for Purrfect Cat Sitting Visits
You want to get out for a full day or even a few nights away from home, but your kitty is happier at home. Learn what a professional pet sitter does for your feline friend. Hire a Crockett’s Critter Care professional pet sitter. We know the right questions to ask and...
Three Simple Goals for a Successful Dog Walk
Even before you picked out your pooch, you were daydreaming about serene strolls around the neighborhood or out in a park. Is that your reality? It’s enjoyable for you.It’s enjoyable for your dog.Both you and your dog feel better at the end of your walk than when you...
TRUE TALES: Adjusting Quarantined Pets
Due to quarantine, many people felt it was the perfect time to get a puppy. Now that things are opening up, the pups need to adjust. Some of my professional pet sitter colleagues have been seeing more aggression, separation anxiety, and fearfulness than ever before...
Adventure Walks
How to Spice Up Your Walking Ritual Most likely your daily walk is pretty boring for both you and your dog. Here are ways to make it memorable. Many dog owners view their walk with their dog as a cornerstone of their routine. But it doesn’t have to be just a potty...
DID YOU KNOW? -How to keep your pet happy, fit, and healthy for a lifetime
Here are 7 simple things you can do to ensure your pet’s health and happiness. Happy Dog Feed them a good diet. This promotes a shiny coat, healthy skin, and bright eyes. It also strengthens your pet’s immune system, helps maintain their intestinal health, increases...
TRUE TALES: Scott & Chatopotomus
Blind dog joyfully joins the pack. A blind rescue dog brings special challenges but more than enough love and personality to make a perfect match. What made you decide to adopt a blind/deaf dog? We never really decided. It just happened. We did foster him for close to...
DID YOU KNOW? – Cats are Complex Creatures
Cats have always been mysterious and even mystical as well as the first defense against rodents. Here are some cat facts to help you understand your feline companion. It’s in the genes! You know a lot about your cat except, for many cat owners, you don’t know what...
Jeanne Crockett
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How to answer: “Can I Pet Your Dog?”
I walk my dogs daily in my neighborhood where we often encounter children playing. It’s common for them to run toward me expecting a happy, furry greeting as they shout cheerfully, “Can I pet your dog?” My pets aren’t used to kids and, I don’t know if the...
Are you struggling with a reactive dog?
Having a reactive dog can be worrisome, isolating, and physically wearing.
Did you Know…? Cool Ideas for Hot Dogs
There are awesome alternatives to walking your dog that can be done inside the comfortable temperature of your home.
Pet Tips for Spring
Spring has arrived! Here are some tips to keep your pets safe and happy as the weather warms up. Use pet-friendly products for spring cleaning; follow the directions for cleaning and storage.Hide the antifreeze. If you suspect your pet may have come in contact with or...
TRUE TALES: Willow: A Budding Blossom
Willow is a shy golden mix learns to warm up to the world. I was delighted to hear from a returning client that she had adopted a rescue and wanted to schedule regular dog walks. I met Willow, an adult Golden Retriever mix, in December. Little is known about her past....
DID YOU KNOW? Synergy Integrative Veterinary Clinic
Let me introduce you to a local veterinary clinic that provide special services to pets in New Bern, including Physical Rehabilitation, Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), Regeneration Medicine, Pain Management, and Holistic Care. Below is an interview...
Tips for Walking a Reactive Dog
Does your dog pull excessively on the leash and yank you off balance when he sees a squirrel, cat, or dog? Does he go berserk when he hears or sees the mail truck?Does his hyper vigilance at the window turn nuclear when he sees anything moving past your...
TRUE TALES: Loki, a new dog
A charming pup is convinced the world is against him! It takes patience and positive training to teach him how to relax. Loki, the Portuguese Water Dog This February, my friend, Thressa, asked if I could help her dog, Loki, a ten-year-old Portuguese Water Dog who is...
DID YOU KNOW? 5 Tips for Purrfect Cat Sitting Visits
You want to get out for a full day or even a few nights away from home, but your kitty is happier at home. Learn what a professional pet sitter does for your feline friend. Hire a Crockett’s Critter Care professional pet sitter. We know the right questions to ask and...
Three Simple Goals for a Successful Dog Walk
Even before you picked out your pooch, you were daydreaming about serene strolls around the neighborhood or out in a park. Is that your reality? It’s enjoyable for you.It’s enjoyable for your dog.Both you and your dog feel better at the end of your walk than when you...
TRUE TALES: Adjusting Quarantined Pets
Due to quarantine, many people felt it was the perfect time to get a puppy. Now that things are opening up, the pups need to adjust. Some of my professional pet sitter colleagues have been seeing more aggression, separation anxiety, and fearfulness than ever before...
Adventure Walks
How to Spice Up Your Walking Ritual Most likely your daily walk is pretty boring for both you and your dog. Here are ways to make it memorable. Many dog owners view their walk with their dog as a cornerstone of their routine. But it doesn’t have to be just a potty...
DID YOU KNOW? -How to keep your pet happy, fit, and healthy for a lifetime
Here are 7 simple things you can do to ensure your pet’s health and happiness. Happy Dog Feed them a good diet. This promotes a shiny coat, healthy skin, and bright eyes. It also strengthens your pet’s immune system, helps maintain their intestinal health, increases...
TRUE TALES: Scott & Chatopotomus
Blind dog joyfully joins the pack. A blind rescue dog brings special challenges but more than enough love and personality to make a perfect match. What made you decide to adopt a blind/deaf dog? We never really decided. It just happened. We did foster him for close to...
DID YOU KNOW? – Cats are Complex Creatures
Cats have always been mysterious and even mystical as well as the first defense against rodents. Here are some cat facts to help you understand your feline companion. It’s in the genes! You know a lot about your cat except, for many cat owners, you don’t know what...
Jeanne Crockett
As the owner of Crockett’s Critter Care, I want you to know that you can reach out to me directly with any question, compliment, or concern you have about the care of your pet.
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