Critter Sitters Pet Care

09/28/2025

Charlie and Amber on guard!

09/25/2025

It's great to see Kiki and Piper in their new home!

09/25/2025

Great advice!

09/15/2025

Something to be aware of - a risk not just not just for our pets, but also for ourselves.
https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/death-reported-as-chicago-issues-health-alert-for-leptospirosis/3822785/?_osource=SocialFlowFB_CHBrand&fbclid=IwZnRzaAM1WnNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHj314Th0ppkU9MKue_Uw19KgdvhcBTlPk0uNx32Q7VrIJI4J_r_5Fd4b-16b_aem_dMlYOARFBHTeLE-HQlHTwQ

Chicago health officials released a health alert about leptospirosis cases in the city after numerous infections were reported and at least one person died.

09/11/2025

Today we remember the ones we lost and heroes of 9/11, including the search and rescue dogs.

08/26/2025

all good dogs!

Happy National Dog Day!

08/20/2025

https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/08/20/stolen-dog-bam-bam-reunited-with-ecstatic-owner-the-entire-city-has-been-searching-for-this-dog/

Bam Bam, a service and emotional support dog to a blind man, is back home after a search that united the city. The dog was dropped off Tuesday night at a Northwest Side police station.

08/20/2025

MICROCHIPS WORK!

August 20, 2025 - update from last night:

A man and a woman brought him in to the 16th District Police Station. They left in a hurry and refused to leave contact information. Detectives will follow up on this part of the investigation.

We were notified immediately, posted him on our page, and started the process of transferring him to our rescue to avoid CACC.

After a scan, a microchip was discovered. Officers contacted the chip company and got the family's contact information.

A police officer reached out to the owners, but got voicemail. He then did a Google search of the number attached to the chip and the original Bam Bam flyer popped up.

The family called back and immediately went to the 16th District for their reunion.

Thankfully Bam Bam was microchipped and the information was current. Worst case scenario is he would have been transferred to our rescue and made it home just as well.

Please have a vet scan your pup annually when they get their rabies shot to verify your dog is still microchipped and contact the chip company to confirm your information is current.

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August 19,2025 9:30pm: A group of rescuers that was searching for him day in and day out picked him up with his excited owner!

Thank God Bam Bam had a microchip!

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BAM BAM has been found ‼️
We are making sure he is safe and not released to anybody!

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Please share:

Male found at 5600 N. Milwaukee; no tags, police are working on getting chip information.

Please have owner contact the 16th District Chicago Police Department at 312-742-4480.

Must have proof of ownership.

07/29/2025

Especially in this hot weather!

07/18/2025

Kuma is the cuddliest Akita! I enjoyed taking care of him this week.

06/26/2025

Scientists believe that dogs often dream about their humans—especially playful moments together—based on research into canine sleep and brain activity. Like people, dogs experience REM sleep, the stage linked with vivid dreams. During this phase, their brain waves mimic those seen when they’re awake, particularly during movement-based activities like running or playing.

Harvard researchers and others suggest that because dogs form strong emotional bonds with their owners, their dreams are likely filled with familiar interactions—chasing balls, going on walks, or simply being by your side.

06/23/2025

Short walks today!