Services and Pricing List

See below for a list of services offered including dog walking as well as pet and house check-in services for those at work or on vacation.

I may offer a dog boarding service on a case-by-case basis also if your dog meets my dogs and they get along together. If you would be interested in this please contact me to set up a meet and greet.

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Dog Walking

My professional, skilled dog walking service accommodates any dog breed, size or age group. I will tailor the walk to the needs of your specific pup to provide a safe and fun experience. I am skilled at providing the mental and physical enrichment your dog craves on a daily basis. I am happy to provide walks on a set schedule or on a short notice basis.

I have worked with every kind of dog personality and whether you have a highly energetic puppy, a quiet and plodding senior, or a nervous or anxious dog I will work to build a relationship of trust and care with your dog to bring them the maximum enjoyment possible on our walks together.

Services consist of:

  • A walk around your local neighborhood for 30 or 60 minutes

  • Fun photos of your dog enjoying their stroll

  • Ensuring dog safety on the walk and only taking them to areas where they will not be put in harm’s way. I will always treat your dog like they are my own!

  • Waste management

  • Refill water bowl upon returning from the walk

  • Feeding if requested

  • Ensuring they are returned to their crate after the walk if applicable and ensuring the residence is locked securely when I leave if you are away from home

30 Minute Walk: $35

60 Minute Walk: $50

Each Additional Dog: $10

Walks longer than 60 minutes: $20 each additional 30 minutes

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Pet Check-In and Home Away Services

I provide pet check-in services for dogs, cats, or anything with scales or feathers to ensure you have peace of mind while you are either at work or on vacation. I will attend to the unique needs of your pet whether they are seniors, or are anxious or have a special routine they like to follow.

Since I am insured and bonded through Pet Sitter’s Associates, as well as being a professional, trustworthy person you can rest assured that I will treat your animals and household with the utmost care and respect.

If you are away on vacation I am also happy to provide additional home management services like watering plants, turning on or off house lights, collecting the mail, and checking on the general security of the house. Just let me know what you need and I am happy to accommodate!

Services consist of:

  • I will spend the allotted quality time with your pet at your house to make them feel loved and to provide them with comfort and a break to the routine while you are at work. For dogs, if you have a fenced backyard I can let them out to play while I am performing the check-in service or I can provide them with a short walk for waste management if requested

  • For cats and other animals that can be left alone for longer periods of time while owners are away I will make sure they are safe and thriving while you are away for the day, the weekend or on vacation

  • Feeding, replenishing water, etc.

  • For cats and other animals I will change litter boxes or bedding as requested

  • Any medication routines necessary (Minus administering shots)

  • Waste management

  • General home management duties as outlined above

30 Minute Visit: $30

60 Minute Visit: $45

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