Pet Sitting in Southborough

“Nancy was an absolute pleasure. I’ll definitely be asking her to take care of my dog and cat again moving forward and will recommend her to anyone who is in need of her services. She sent me daily updates and pictures of my guys. It was really nice knowing that they were in good hands while I was away. Thanks again, Nancy!”

Emily O.

“Excellent communication. Very nice. Will book again in the future!”

Nicole F.

“Great service! Sarah arrived a few days before to meet and greet the cats and get directions. She did the job on time and provided great reports. Would recommend!”

Dan E.

“My cats were well cared for and came back to a clean home! My cats were well cared for and had fun playing with her. She provided a summary and pictures for every visit.”

Michelle L.

“Our appreciation for Marilyn is beyond words. She took care of our animals and our very sick kitty. She treated her like her own. We are forever grateful.”

Amna D.

“Jessica was so fantastic to work with and so great with our two dogs. She was very communicative on our drop in visits, perfectly on-time, and really wonderful with the dogs. Can’t wait to work with her again”

Michael L.

“I had a great experience with Brittany. She was responsive, kept me updated throughout each visit, and sent photos so I always knew my cats were doing well. She was attentive to instructions. I’d book with her again.”

Kristen C.

“Briana is the absolute best of the best. Super reliable, trustworthy and easygoing. I trust her immensely with taking care of our cat while we’re away - be it a few days to a few weeks!”

Kendra M.

“Lucy was professional and paid great attention to details. She was very kind to us and especially, our 4 legged kiddos! We felt comfortable with her presence in our home while we were on our trip, knowing she would take care of them and give them the attention they desire. We will definitely ask for her servicers next time we need a great pet-sitter. Thank you”

Susan I.

“Sara was an outstanding sitter.She took such care with our geriatric cat, spending quality time with him and making sure he had plenty of attention while we were away. She was incredibly communicative and thorough and sent such beautiful photos of our cat! I cannot recommend her highly enough!!”

Sarah A.

“Maanya was great! We have an older dog that take a good bit of care and she was so patient and communicative while we were away. Would recommend her to anyone!”

Caroline W.

“Chelsea was great!!! She took great care of hops during her visit. She sent great pictures and was very good at communicating prior to visiting!! Will book her again!!”

Florine G.

“Mouse had a fantastic time with Rachel — he was treated like the tiny prince that he is. He spent time with her hanging out in the sun on the deck, exploring the backyard, and making himself comfortable on her lap. When it was time for her to leave he didn’t want to budge from her lap, and he doesn’t warm up to people easily like that! She sent plenty of pics and updated me on his activities. I’ll happily book Rachel again anytime!”

Robyn G.

About: I’ve been taking care of a variety of breeds of dogs and cats for the past 14 years. I am now transitioning into a new career and looking to help families with their pet needs. I am also happy to water plants and assist with light housework if needed. I currently am in between jobs, so I have an open schedule through June and July. I will have plenty of time to play with your pets and stay overnight if needed! I am a respectful guest in all homes, ensuring rules are followed and security measures are in place. I am great at reading animals’ body language to maintain a good relationship and trust with all animals. I would prefer to meet in person before agreeing to watch your pet to guarantee a good fit.

“Lori was absolutely fabulous! Our dog is older and has anxiety and he just adored her. She was timely, attentive, sent the cutest pictures, and even helped us troubleshoot when the fire alarm went off randomly while we were away (luckily just a low battery!). She clearly cares so much for her clients and we can’t wait to have her back next time we go away.”

Leigh F.

“Nat provided peace of mind while we were out of town for a weekend away. It was comforting to know that someone was able to swing by our home and check on our two cats. She responded quickly to my inquiry and made sure to send photos along to us 😊”

Amelia M.

About: Welcome to Happy Pals located in convenient Marlboro, MA. We have been caring for dogs for over 27 years. Brady is the resident pet. He is an adorable 15 year old Cocker Spaniel – yes – named after Tom. We have had Brady since he was a puppy. Brady is a sweet and friendly dog so as long as guest(s) can hang out with him. Our home has a large, beautiful, private backyard that is perfect for your pups to play in. Each day stay for your pal includes two walks around our neighborhood as well as unlimited indoor/outdoor playtime. The inside area of our home has a large, open concept with plenty of room to walk around and play. During the dog days of summer, our home is cool as we have central air conditioning. If your fur-baby boards over the weekend, we will also include a trip to the local park! We are able to supervise your pups 24x7. We are able to provide transportation to a vet for any emergency situations. We have a great relationship with Brady’s veterinary clinic. Our home also is not far from emergency services at Tufts University in Grafton. Elaine has been certified in CPR and pet first aid in the past and plans to retake this course and become recertified. We will provide you with as many updates/pictures of your friend’s stay as you would like to receive. We can't wait to meet you and your fur-babies! Benefits of staying with Happy Pals: •We always strive to pamper your friend. Safety is top priority. •Elaine and her husband Ken work closely together as a team during all visits. An advantage of staying with Happy Pals is that there are two adults always caring for your pet. If one has something unexpected come up, the other is always right there. If an unexpected emergency came up with both of us, we have a backup plan if the guest doesn't have an emergency contact. We have two different family members (both dog lovers and owners) who are nearby and have volunteered to help out if there were any unexpected emergencies with the caregivers. Both are home full time enjoying retirement and taking care of family. •If you would like your fur-baby to go on field trips, we can discuss the possibility of going to local dog friendly parks such as Callahan State Park, Great Brook, or Gates Pond. Safety is always top priority so we can see if this would work well during a particular visit. •Traditional boarding facilities charge extra fees for play time. Non-stop play times as well as walks are always included. •Bottled water and Milk Bone treats are always available. •We are very mindful of food allergies and food sensitivities. If your pet requires a special diet, we are happy to cook any special meals. •If help is needed transporting the guest to our home for a stay, we can help with pick ups and drop-offs. •Location is convenient to major routes (Rts. 495, 20, 30). •We have a lot of room. If you feel as though your pal may need some private or alone time, we have a lot of room for he/she to stay completely separate if there may be another guest at the same time. •Guests can sleep where they are most comfortable (living room, bedroom, etc.). •We try to keep the number of guests at a time low to give each guest the most attention possible. We carefully consider the mix of guests if there will be some overlap. We always feel bad if we cannot accommodate a guest on a particular date due to numbers but we feel that it is important to keep numbers low for all guests to be happy and safe. If you know particular dates ahead of time, please let us know even if a formal reservation request isn't sent right away so that we can keep the dates in mind while scheduling. Summertime (Memorial Day through Labor Day) and major holidays are the busiest. •If your pet has a scheduled grooming or vet appointment during their stay in a nearby town, we can make sure that they get there. •Updates and pictures are sent to you of your friend throughout the visit. Also, please feel free to call or e-mail anytime to check on them. •Flexibility in drop-off and pickup times. You are able to drop-off and pickup your pet at times when traditional boarding places are closed. Please note: if our calendar says "booked" for particular dates that you are interested in, please still contact us with a general inquiry e-mail. It is possible that a day that says "booked" could also be a day that another guest is leaving. We have enough room to accept several dogs; however, it is always our goal to have no more than 1-2 guests at a time to ensure that every guest receives a lot of individual attention. More dogs are listed in the profile to have flexibility with the calendar since some guests leave and come on the same day. Confirmation at booking: Up-to-Date vaccinations; Flea/tick preventive treatment; Negative fecal exam. Please note: now that pandemic restrictions have been lifted, there has been a larger volume of requests than usual for summer stays. I apologize ahead of time if there is a small delay in returning your message. We are usually able to return a message within an hour or two but over the summer it will definitely be within 24 hours at the most. If you need to reach out regarding a date coming up quickly, please feel free to call me directly using the Rover # showing in the profile. The calendar may look open regarding dates near 4th of July right now because we are in the process of finalizing holiday reservations but the days right around the holiday are now busy with furry guests. If we aren't able to help out on specific dates this summer due to higher volume of requests, we would love to meet you in the future and help out with a future date. Thanks. Elaine, Ken, and Brady (woof) I am home the majority of the time. We are able to follow your pet's schedule exactly the way it is at home. We like to review the schedule at a Meet and Greet - feedings, exercise, sleeping. We have safety gates near main doorways. We do not crate guests unless asked to by the guest. We take leashed walks. We are home the majority of the time.

“Daniel was an excellent drop-in visitor and playmate for our cat Georgie. We really appreciated his friendliness, prompt communication, and genuine affection for our cat. Bonus points for his availability short notice during holiday season as well! We’d definitely recommend Daniel.”

Kienan M.

“Leah was great & she managed our furry doodle well. She maintained consistent communication and kept us updated how he was doing. Our dog enjoyed her company and became friends her. She was on time for all visits and followed the schedule provided. Recommend her for your pet sitting needs!!”

Gaurav B.

About: I've had pets since I was a little girl and even worked at a dog grooming salon for three years, which I loved. Over the past 3 summers, I’ve been on Rover and love my experience with animals and clients. I am still recovering from surgery, and we can discuss that when booking with me. I want to create a place where owners feel like they can reach out me and trust me when needed Hello, I’m currently a college student home for the summer. Back in April, I had hip replacement surgery. Over the past few weeks, I've been able to get back on my feet and move around a little more. I was looking to help any furry friends around the area that need to be fed or let outside. Unfortunately, I can't handle large, high-energy dogs. Please reach out, and we can discuss. If anyone needs help with small dogs or cats, I'm your girl. I unfortunately have a torn hip, so I try to book small dogs:) or low energy big dogs. I can’t wait to meet and care for many cute doggies:) During drop-ins, I typically follow the owners' requests, which include feeding the animals, playing with them, spending time together, letting them outside, and refilling their water, etc.