A Happy Cat & Dog
Pet Sitting Services of Marin
Since 1996, Insured
415-453-2716
Pet Visits
My visits include taking care of both your pet and your home while you are away. If you wish, I can also be in touch with you during your absence to let you know how things are going.
Free Initial Consultation
I've been providing a variety of pet sitting services for many years. Although cats, rabbits, and boarding cats are my specialties, I also care for and am experienced with birds, fish, reptiles, rodents, and even chickens! Check my pages here for more information about each of these services.
During the Visit - Caring for Your Pet
I very much enjoy and look forward to visiting and caring for your pet. Pet visits generally last around 30 minutes, and typically include:
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Feeding
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Changing water
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Litterbox cleaning (for cats)
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Brushing / petting
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Playing with pet (according to their age and disposition)
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Lap time for (lapaholic cats)
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Medications (including insulin injections, subcutaneous fluid, inhalers, oral medications, etc.). I can normally provide these as long as the pet is manageable. In rare cases where a pet is extremely uncooperative, I generally recommend the pet be under veterinary care.
During the Visit - Watching Your Home
Knowing that a responsible, trustworthy individual is looking after your home is another important part of your peace of mind. During my visits, I also:
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Water plants, do plant care
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Empty trash, bring in mail and/or newspapers, if requested
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Do security checks of doors and windows
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Rotate lights, blinds
Communicating With You
I understand you may want to know how things are going, especially if you are a first-time client. I am very happy to be in contact with you in whatever way works best for you, such as:
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Email updates
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First day start calls to your cell phone
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Additional calls
What To Do Upon Your Return
When you return, I ask that you call and let me know you have arrived back safely. Once in a while, a pet guardian's return is delayed, and in such cases I continue visiting your pet to ensure it is well cared-for until you've returned home.