Pets 'n Plants

We offer services for:

• Dogs
• Cats
• Fish
• Birds
• Caged Pets
• Special Needs Pets

About My Business

“Customized Care and Consistency” has always been the focus of Pets ‘n Plants since 2002. Being a big operation was never the goal, so you won’t find me at a desk scheduling other people. I’m in it for the personal interaction with the animals, the bond I can create with them and the relationship and trust I build with my clients. I believe that seeing the same face, hearing the same voice, creating a ritual of the way to play and give attention that makes each pet happy, is the best way to relieve the separation anxiety that animals experience in their owner's absence. And people miss their pets as well! When I learned a new client’s children had never been away from their Dogs, I surprised them with a video or pictures of their Pups every day. The whole family loved it! If you like, I will send daily photos or a video. My clients love the funny captions I attach! I know Pets require different care at different stages/situations in life. From moving that Puppy Pad closer to the door, reinforcing “House Rules” with younger Dogs, teaching them social manners on a walk, seeing that they get all the exercise they need in mid-life, to slipping a towel beneath their hips to help an elderly Dog rise to get moving in the morning, medications along the way, and then the final loving goodbye, I’ve done it all for my own Black Lab “Dewey”. He diabetic at 6, blind by 8, arthritic by 9 and had to kiss him goodbye at 11. I’m experienced with giving insulin shots, administering other meds, and know the patience and extra time and gentleness it takes in caring for aging, special needs pets - “Old Friends Deserve the Best!”

I always had an affinity with Cats. Currently I have a long hair Black Kitty I used to Pet sit for but took in when her owner moved to assisted living. My other Kitty was feral that I took in when my Hairstylist brought me a kitten from her mom's shed. Took a bit but she is now an adult, strong and healthy and comes to me when I call to her "Do you want to make Snuggy with Mommy?"

Vacation Times are the bulk of my business as I also Substitute Teach part time in District 11. When schools are closed is the time most families plan their trips. However, because I have the freedom to choose when I want to teach, I have the flexibility to accommodate my clients no matter when they need my services. Background checks are required to obtain and renew a Teaching License, which along with my Bond and Insurance provide additional security to my clients. I have associations with other Professional Pet Sitters so my clients can always be taken care of in the event of an emergency.

I have been a member of Pet Sitters International since 2006. They promote the standard of professionalism I want in a Pet Sitter for my own “Furry Family”. It’s an excellent credential to look for when selecting yours. We all have our specialties, attributes and experience. If you like my philosophy and have questions please call, or, if you have an immediate need, let’s meet! * PLEASE Text or call for contact!