First, we come to you. You don't have to worry about dropping off or picking up your pets at a particular hour, or worry about getting home late/early -- I come to you on a pre-set schedule that is customized for your own pet(s). If you find that you need to be gone longer, no problem, just give me a call to let me know.

Your pets are secure in their own home and are in reliable caring hands, and a knowledgeable trainer. I can also work on any obedience exercises you feel your pup is a little rusty on. According to experts, from the pet's perspective, the familiar environment, diet and exercise routine, along with the personal attention provided by a professional pet caregiver are the perfect answers. If your pet has any separation anxiety issues, this may be the perfect choice for that pet. This eliminates the trauma of being transported and minimizing exposure to illnesses of other animals -- most definitely an additional advantage to the owner and pet alike.

A daily diary is kept while you're away so that you know the ins and outs of me and your pets, what we're doing on my visits and stay-overs, how your pets are eating and adjusting. You can also contact me daily by email or by my cell or office phone for updates.

Your pets get the care and attention you would give them if you were home. Their customary routine and diet are maintained. If your pets need medication, I can administer it per directions from you or your veterinarian. The daily notes will reflect when medications are given. I am also trained in the Red Cross Pet First Aid and CPR procedures.

Other benefits include:

• Stress reduction on your pets while you're away.
• Elimination of possible sickness due to exposure to other animals while boarded at public kennels.
• Weight management for your pets with daily walks.
• Crime prevention while we provide the look of someone being home. Your home is more secure with someone there -- and so are your pets.
• Peace of mind while you are away enjoying your vacation or weekend getaways.

You can return any hour of the day and find healthy happy pets, your mail and papers collected, garbage out on scheduled day, and a clean scooped yard and clean pets.

Since we take our jobs of taking care of your pets and home very seriously, we understand entrusting your pets and personal property to our care is not something to be taken lightly. To that end, Just Like Home Pets is Bonded and Insured. We are trained in Pet First Aid & CPR and are members in good standing with Pet Sitter's International.

Even if you're not leaving home, pet sitting can work for your busy lifestyle or unusual work schedules. Do you have a new or young puppy that needs midday potty breaks. I can arrange to come by and give your new pup an outdoor break and also work on some puppy training just for fun!