Critter Blog
Why Your Dog Loves to Walk With You
Dogs love your companionship so it is a great way to strengthen your dog-human relationship. It’s an easy thing that you can do together. Do you notice how many times your dog looks pleadingly at its leash and back at you? It’s waiting for you to attach...
Did you know what it means when a cat has a left ear tipped?
Managed Care Derby Cat on Chair The notch signifies that the cat is part of a community of feral felines that have been spayed or neutered and are being cared for. They are part of a TNR (Trap/Neuter/Release) neighborhood program to trap, test, spay or neuter,...
Meet: Dora – The One Eye Love
A traumatized kitten from a trash can coffee cup finds a home, health, and happiness. What Was That? It’s 3:00 am, and five-pound Dora is tearing around the living room, attempting to climb the blinds and curtains and everything else she knows is off-limits during the...
TRUE TALES: Polly & Piper
Early this summer I received a call from Polly, a worried pet owner with a specific concern. Her little beagle, Piper, needed to have surgery on her leg and Polly needed help with post-surgical care. This care included bringing Piper in from the car on...
Summertime Pet Adventures
One thing I love about summertime – the days are longer. That means I can take my dogs out for an early morning and late evening walk when the temperatures may be a little cooler and the daylight is stretched to the limit. It’s good for them and for me. There are more...
DID YOU KNOW? Seven Summer Safety Tips for Dogs
Here are the essential things that you can do to keep your pet safe during the heat of the summer. 1. Learn the early signs of heat exhaustion: Excessive pantingExcessive or thick droolReddened tongue, inside earsRed or pale gumsGlassy...
MEET: Duffy – Small but Mighty
Despite his small stature, Duffy, a Yorkshire Terrier has a big personality and an abundance of love for all things human! Duffy has become a beloved staple within a New Bern retirement-home. As the pet of a resident, he puts a smile on the faces of many in the...
TRUE TALES: Clark Kent – Horsing Around
As a kid I dreamed of owning a horse. In high school and college I was able to take weekly riding lessons but it wasn’t until well after graduation when I moved to California as an adult, my dream came true and I found my first horse! His name was Clark Kent- a...
JULY IS NATIONAL LOST PET PREVENTION MONTH
A family pet is lost every 2 seconds in North America! Keep yours safe.
PET’S MASK REACTIONS –
Our pets may get anxious when they can’t see our full face…
WHO’S THAT STRANGER IN THE HOUSE?
One cat servant noted their pet gives them a look that says, “Don’t you have someplace to be?”
WHO CARES FOR YOUR PETS WHEN YOU CAN’T?
Have your pet’s comfort kit ready before you need it.
PETS – THE BEST PANDEMIC DISTRACTION
Take a lesson on being in the now. It’s easy to get caught up in the fear, anxiety and stress of the Covid-19 pandemic but, I have decided to take a life lesson from my pets; I am focusing on the now. While I am being safe, following the CDC guidelines and social...
WASH THEIR EARS & BRUSH YOUR PETS’ TEETH
Clean Teeth + Ears = Healthy Pet Our pets rely on us to keep them healthy and aside from love, a good diet, and exercise we are also responsible for their hygiene. Bathing your cat or dog can be quite an undertaking that you may want to leave to the...
CROCKETT’S PET PROJECT IS CRAVEN K-9 UNIT
Police Dogs are Making a Difference As the Pet Sitters International 2020 Pet Sitter of the Year I have the opportunity to select a “pet” project for giving back to my community. I’ve chosen the Craven County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit. These specially trained police...
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. SERVICES WE OFFER
Service Areas: New Bern, Derby Park, Greenbrier, River Bend, & Trent Woods.
A small additional charge is added for Taberna, Carolina Colours, Brice's Creek, & James City.
Please refer to our Rates & Policies for more detail.
Dog Walking
Exercise, potty break, or playtime...
Pet Sitting
Weekdays and weekends...
Cat Care
Pet sitting keeps your kitty safe…
Special Care
Seniors, youngsters, or infirmed...