Personalized care for your dog or cat - Essex

“Jenna was so caring and considerate for our dog Wally. Wally got along really well with her other dogs and we look forward to having a place for Wally to go when we need care!”

Megan M.

“Ruby had the best time and was well taken care of during her 3 day stay with Barbara and Darryll! We got plenty of updates and it was so comforting knowing she was happy and safe so we could enjoy our vacation!”

Tara P.

“Kevin was great - excellent communication, and I felt my dog was in good hands. He stayed with Kevin for the two days we biked at KT. Kevin took him for hikes each day, which was greatly appreciated. He has a sweet greyhound that didn’t seem at all perturbed by our high energy springer! We go to KT at least once a year and hope to book him again!”

Kayla P.

“We are so glad that Maria was able to care for our elderly dog when we both needed to travel at the same time. Maria is caring, friendly, and experienced with older dogs; we also appreciated that she responds very quickly to communication. Very pleased overall.”

Lisa M.

“Absolutely comforting family to leave your pet with. As much as we missed Koda while we were away we knew he was in good hands. Samantha was great at keeping us posted on how things were going, with little messages and photos. Will definitely be contacting Samantha and her family for our next trip. Thanks again!”

Melanie R.

“Faye was wonderful at making Phoebe and I feel comfortable about Phoebe’s stay. She sent photos with occasional updates during the two night visit. 10/10 would highly recommend.”

Alissa F.

“My dog was very happy with our new puppy sitter, his tail wouldn’t stop waving. A great place with lots of room. Thanks for a great stay.”

Reginald G.

“Margaret did such a great job taking care of our cats! She was very attentive and sent us lots of pictures and updates, we will definitely be working with her again :)”

Rachel L.

About: I’ve grown up with dogs and cats and have experience training my Labrador through her puppy and adolescent stages. I’m great with both playful puppies and gentle senior pets. I love being active, so walks and outdoor time are always a priority. What sets me apart is my mix of care, patience, and hands-on experience with pets of all ages. Tuesday and Thursday I am available for evenings, along with Friday mornings and some weekends! I do travel during the day which makes pop - ins much more convenient. Whether in my home or my client’s, I focus on creating a safe, comfortable, and fun environment. I follow each pet’s routine as closely as possible—whether that’s feeding schedules, walks, playtime, or quiet time.

About: Caring for dogs isn’t just something I do on the side, it’s what I’ve built real experience in. I’ve worked hands-on with dogs for over three years in professional settings, including daycare, boarding, off-leash adventures, and my most recent role was at a training facility where I learned how to safely manage dogs with different personalities, energy levels, and needs. I also own 2 dogs of my own, so I understand the trust it takes to leave your pet in someone else’s care. My goal is always to provide structured, attentive, and genuinely loving care so every dog feels safe, happy, and understood. I am also attending school to become a professional canine trainer. Pet care is my entire life. I have dedicated all 7 days of the week and 365 days of the year towards taking care of others and my own animals. Need last minute boarding due to a family emergency? I’m your girl. Everything else closed when you have work? I’m your girl. Taking a weekend trip but no where is open? I’m. Your. Girl. I am not only here for the convenience of you but also your beloved furry friends My yard is currently not fenced,(fence coming soon!) but I do offer leash training for more enjoyable walking experiences. I do daily walks for all dogs no matter the training level they are at. I have 1 very friendly lab mix and a great dane who would keep your dog friendly dogs company, and I also offer special care for those special pups who are more people dogs than dog dogs for no additional charge. If your dog is crate trained they will be crated for bedtime (9pm-6am) with overnight potty breaks if your pup requires them as well. I keep all dogs and cats separated. Dogs have the downstairs of the home, and cats have the upstairs. I am comfortable with administering basically any medication except needles, the only needle exception being for diabetic cats.

“Faye took wonderful care of Murphy! She sent us pictures throughout his stay and kept us updated. Her house was clean and safe for dogs and she had a beautiful large fenced in yard. Thank you again for taking good care of Murphy and with such short notice. We appreciate you!”

Jennifer O.

“Maria was wonderful to work with and really helped us out when we had to go to Canada for the day and couldn’t bring our dog Grover with us. He had a blast with Maria and her dog Lalo, going on walks, playing in a nearby stream and hanging out in her home.”

Anne S.

About: I’ve grown up with dogs and cats and have experience training my Labrador through her puppy and adolescent stages. I’m great with both playful puppies and gentle senior pets. I love being active, so walks and outdoor time are always a priority. What sets me apart is my mix of care, patience, and hands-on experience with pets of all ages. Tuesday and Thursday I am available for evenings, along with Friday mornings and some weekends! I do travel during the day which makes pop - ins much more convenient. Whether in my home or my client’s, I focus on creating a safe, comfortable, and fun environment. I follow each pet’s routine as closely as possible—whether that’s feeding schedules, walks, playtime, or quiet time.

“Jenna was so caring and considerate for our dog Wally. Wally got along really well with her other dogs and we look forward to having a place for Wally to go when we need care!”

Megan M.

“Ruby had the best time and was well taken care of during her 3 day stay with Barbara and Darryll! We got plenty of updates and it was so comforting knowing she was happy and safe so we could enjoy our vacation!”

Tara P.

“Kevin was great - excellent communication, and I felt my dog was in good hands. He stayed with Kevin for the two days we biked at KT. Kevin took him for hikes each day, which was greatly appreciated. He has a sweet greyhound that didn’t seem at all perturbed by our high energy springer! We go to KT at least once a year and hope to book him again!”

Kayla P.

“We are so glad that Maria was able to care for our elderly dog when we both needed to travel at the same time. Maria is caring, friendly, and experienced with older dogs; we also appreciated that she responds very quickly to communication. Very pleased overall.”

Lisa M.

“Absolutely comforting family to leave your pet with. As much as we missed Koda while we were away we knew he was in good hands. Samantha was great at keeping us posted on how things were going, with little messages and photos. Will definitely be contacting Samantha and her family for our next trip. Thanks again!”

Melanie R.

“Faye was wonderful at making Phoebe and I feel comfortable about Phoebe’s stay. She sent photos with occasional updates during the two night visit. 10/10 would highly recommend.”

Alissa F.

“My dog was very happy with our new puppy sitter, his tail wouldn’t stop waving. A great place with lots of room. Thanks for a great stay.”

Reginald G.