FAQ

What services do you offer?
House Sitting, Boarding, Day Care, Drop-In Visits, Waste Clean-Up, Excursions, Senior Pet Care, Puppy Support, Cat & Small Animal Care.

What areas do you service?
Pittsburgh and surrounding neighborhoods. Ask if you're unsure about your location.

Can you administer medications?
Yes. I can administer oral meds, supplements, and topical treatments.

Do you offer meet & greets before booking?
Yes — I require a complimentary meet & greet for all new clients.

What’s included in Puppy Support?
Potty training help, crate training reinforcement, feeding schedules, play, enrichment, and positive-reinforcement guidance.

Do you care for senior pets?
Yes — including slow walks, mobility support, medication help, comfort, and monitoring.

What is Boarding like?
Your pet stays in my home and is treated like family. Includes walks, enrichment, structured routine, and daily photo/video updates.

Do you board multiple pets at once?
Yes, but only a small, safe number. I prioritize compatibility and never overcrowd.

What vaccinations are required?
Dogs: Rabies, Distemper (DHPP), Bordetella for daycare/boarding.
Cats: Up-to-date core vaccinations.

What is an excursion?
A sniffari, park trip, neighborhood walk, or enrichment outing.

How long are excursions?
Typically 30–60 minutes, depending on your pet’s needs.

Do you care for cats and small animals?
Yes. I care for cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets, reptiles (basic care), and birds (non-aggressive).

What’s included in each visit?
Fresh food and water, litter/cage cleaning, enrichment or cuddles, and daily updates.

How often will I get updates?
You receive daily photos and updates — more often by request.

How do you handle emergencies?
I follow your vet instructions and will transport your pet to an ER if needed while keeping you informed.

How do I book with you?
Through Rover, via social media messages, website's booking request form, or directly with me for returning clients.

Do you require payment first?
Yes — all services must be paid in advance. Tipping is appreciated, not required.

What is your cancellation policy?
Standard bookings: 24 hours.
Holiday bookings: 5 days.
Emergencies reviewed case-by-case.

What’s included in House Sitting?
Pet care following your routine, feedings, walks/potty breaks, playtime, medications, home tasks (mail, plants, trash), and photo updates.

Do you stay overnight?
Yes. Evening + morning care included.

What’s included in Drop-In Visits?
A 30 minute visit with feeding, water refresh, potty break or walk, litter/cage cleaning, enrichment, and a photo update. Additional time and activities available at additional expense.