Dog Walking in Eastgate, Grand Rapids, MI

“Brian did a great job checking in on Mochi when I had to work all day. He took him for a walk and made sure he went potty. Gave Mochi lots of treats and attention! Thanks again ?”

Natalie S.

“Ricardo is great with my dogs! His walks burn off that Golden Retriever energy. I highly recommend him.”

Amy V.

“Gabrielle did a great job taking care of Moose! I am so grateful to have someone that can check on him during the day while i’m at work. Gabrielle communicated with me before and after the visit, and has shown professionalism. Definitely would recommend her to others seeking help with their pets!”

Miranda R.

“Lizzie has been a great help walking our little cavapoo. She is very punctual, responsive, and caring. She left a detailed report from her walk with our dog along with some very cute pictures. We will definitely be using her in the future for all our dog walking needs.”

Jim W.

“Ashley is the absolute best!! Poppy adores her and we are so grateful for her!”

Caitlin C.

“Suzanne did a great job with our 4 1/2 month old puppy. We came home to a happy puppy who was still a little tired from the play session with Suzanne!”

Linda C.

About: I have had at least one pet my entire life. I am as passionate about Cats as I am Dogs. I recently lost my 15 year old Dachshund. He was the love of my life ( sorry Husband). Currently we have three Senior Dogs. We would have more if we had a bigger home. I recently left my position as a Client Care Supervisor at a local Animal Hospital. I was there for twelve years and it was by far the best work experience I have ever had. I adore Senior Cats, Kittens and every Cat in between those life stages. Same with Dogs. Senior Dogs delight me as much as any Puppy. Any Animal in my presence is immediately my favorite Animal. During my years at the Animal Hospital I was never medically trained . I did however learn to recognize symptoms of common medical issues and signs that a Pet needs immediate medical attention. I would love to make your Pet ( or Pets ), my new Best Friend. I am currently unemployed while I participate in an advanced 300 hour Yoga Teacher Training. I have a fairly flexible daytime, night and weekends schedule. I would like to meet any pets and their owners before walking them or house sitting. I would adhere to the pet owner’s standard of care. I will provide as many photos and updates as the pet owner wants.

About: I have a lifetime of animal care experience and have been running my little business, Pet Care Partners, LLC, since 2019 and have offered a variety of services. I currently offer dog walking, dog training, day time drop ins for dogs, cats and critters and dog boarding in my home. I live with my husband and our children ages 14 and 11 who help me care for the doggos who stay with us. I'm passionate about providing excellent care for your pet and frequent communication with you. I require an in person Meet and Greet before committing to caring for a new pet to make sure this is a great fit for all involved. Please inquire at least 3 days before you need care so we have plenty of time to meet beforehand. Contact me for additional references and reviews! I work part time hours and typically have availability 7 days a week. For drops in your home, I am available between the hours of 9:00am and 7:00pm so my services are the best fit for cats, critters and doggos are who are just alone for the day. I always require a meet and greet for new clients, so please inquire at least 3 days in advance if you are new to Pet Care Partners! Walking: I get to know each dog as an individual so I can tailor my care to meet their specific needs. For example, if your dog has food allergies, I make sure I'm only using appropriate treats with him. If your dog is leash reactive around other dogs, I'm careful to keep plenty of distance between us and other dogs on the sidewalk so that we can have a comfortable, pleasant walk. Boarding: I have a fenced in backyard, and protocols around doors to prevent escapes. We prepare our home for the well-being of each individual dog guest. For example if your dog loves to play with plush dog toys I will leave plenty out! If your dog is at risk for swallowing toys and getting hurt I will put them away during his visit.

About: I absolutely love working with dogs! I have at least 9 years of experience taking care of dogs and cats! I volunteered in the cattery in Humane Society and walking dogs as well. I work remotely and can flex my schedule to spend time watching pets or walking your dog. I am very flexible and I can easily work with your scheduling. I have a backyard, but I prefer to walk dogs frequently and take them outside myself for fresh air and outdoor play. We have only 1 pet rabbit, and keep him separated when there is a furry house guest.

“I would highly recommend Maelee. She has walked Scout multiple times now and is always on time and a great communicator. Plus the cute pictures after the walk are always an added bonus 😊”

Bailee P.

“Gaby is awesome all around and attentive to my dog, Emmy’s, specific needs and personality.She is a very clear and prompt communicator, and goes the extra mile for your dog!”

Alison M.

About: I seem to be a magnet for anxious dogs and cats! Both my senior cat and adolescent dog have behavioral issues/anxiety, and while it has its challenges, I find bonding with these guys can be the most rewarding experience. Between slow, gentle movements, not rushing a bond, and having lots of treats on hand, I've learned that "difficult" personalities don't always have to be so hard. I work 8-5 on weekdays, with Mondays and Fridays being working-from-home days. I can easily incorporate lunch-time and evening visits into my schedule during the week with open availability on weekends. After adopting an anxious/reactive dog, my partner and I have invested countless hours into a training program that works for us. Through this experience, I've learned the power of positive reinforcement, consent for touch, and patience even when it's the most difficult to find it. I'm a huge believer in redirecting unwanted behavior rather than punishment of any kind. Love and respect is the driving force behind all of my interactions with animals!

“Gretchen has a real love that for animals which shows. She was flexible when I had plans change, and spent extra time with my pets, even showing extra concern for the security of my home. I’ll definitely be booking her again and highly recommend her to take care of your family!”

Arturo Z.

“Rachael is very reliable, she’s always on time and spends more time with my dog than she has to which shows that she really cares and wants to make sure my dog is well taken care of while I’m at work.”

Tara S.

“Sounded like a great week of daily walks. Lots of photos and great communication.”

Zack R.

About: I’ve taken care of pets other than my own since seven years old. From family, to friends, to neighbors. Good with pets of all ages, phenomenal at getting stubborn senior pups to eat their food. I am currently a full-time student, with most classes landing in the 8am-4pm range. There is usually a break between, so I am available for mid-day walks/visits! I am available on some holidays. I currently live with my anti-pet parents, so caring for pets in my clients home is ideal. This is much less stressful on the pet, having their familiar environment. I am non-invasive and will respect any requests you have for my time in your home.

About: Not only did I grow up helping to take care of the family dogs, I have owned and thoroughly trained (voice & hand commands) two dogs as an adult - one Labrador retriever (who fully retrieved) and a Corgi, from the time they were puppies. While both of those dogs have crossed the rainbow bridge now, they both lived long & full lives, and I loved them dearly. You can see the Corgi in my profile picture. I have also owned a small snake, 3 Guinea pigs; and taken care of 2 macaws, multiple parrots, and run a dog boarding business for five months for a friend - so not much phases me! Currently I am not working anywhere, but my husband and I share custody of our 3 girls; and we do travel some ourselves. Most of my free time will be during the day, but I will likely also have time in the evenings as well. Your house is your safe space and I respect that. As a former Rover user myself, I know how important it is to be respectful of your home. I pay close attention to details and appreciate being given as much information as possible to take the best care of your pet as possible.

About: I have close attention to detail, which is important when caring for pets. I’m able to identify behavior and appetite changes and provide proper care. I am patient, kind & caring. I have an open schedule during the summertime. When I’m not caring for others’ animals, I’m spending time loving on my own cat and often caring for my MIL’s senior dog. I pay close attention not only to giving your pet lots of love, but also their behaviors and appetite to ensure they are healthy & happy. I love to take dogs for walks and provide a comfortable and clean environment for cats & dogs. Pets can sometimes be apprehensive when meeting a new caregiver, so it’s important to be patient & kind as they get to know me and become comfortable.

“Megan did incredibly with our big pup Chella. She was immediately comfortable with Megan, and Megan was great at communicating throughout. Would absolutely recommend!”

Julian G.

“Daniel did a great job walking our big, energetic huskies! He was responsive, always showed up on time and even went above and beyond cleaning up a mess our puppy made in the house. Our dogs always seem happy and well taken care of when we get home from work on days they walk with Daniel. We would definitely recommend him!”

Taleen M.