Whether our clients are at work, shopping, or away on vacation, Paw Pals aims to provide the best of care for pets and homes through our Clifton, VA pet sitting services. Whether clients’ need dog walking, extended pet sitting, or there are things to do around the house while everyone is away, Paw Pals can help. Our main goal is to ensure our clients know their house and pet are safe and sound.
There are lots of questions that pop up when looking for Clifton, VA pet sitting services that best fit the daily needs of our busy lives. Here are some questions we’ve heard:
- What sort of scheduling can Paw Pals provide?
- What are the services provided by Paw Pals employees?
- What if something out of the ordinary happens? Can Paw Pals employees ensure my pet’s safety?
Contents
- 1 Pet Sitting Services in Clifton, VA
- 2 Mid-Day Pet Visits
- 3 Weekend and After-Hours Pet Visits
- 4 Vacation Visits (Non-Overnight)
- 5 Overnight Pet Sitting & House Sitting
- 6 Bed & Biscuit (Boarding) Clifton Pet Sitting
- 7 Additional Clifton, VA Pet Sitting Services
- 8 The Advantages of Using Paw Pals
- 9 Qualified, Experienced, Licensed, Bonded, and Insured
- 10 Common Situations Pet Owners Come Across
- 11 Contact Paw Pals for Clifton, VA Pet Sitting Services Today!
Pet Sitting Services in Clifton, VA
After having been operating in Northern Virginia for over 10 years, it’s no surprise that Paw Pals has found itself a central member of the pet sitting community.
Paw Pals is happy to provide a variety of services to pet owners, from taking care of your pet in your home, letting them outside and on walks around the neighborhood, and even taking care of the house while you’re away or unable to. Below is a full list of our offered services:
Paw Pals is overjoyed to be able to assist pet owners in many ways, from dog walking, taking care of your pet and home while you are away, or even driving your pet to grooming or vet appointments. Check out our full list of services:
Mid-Day Pet Visits
Many pet owners find their pets home alone during the day because of school or work schedules. Paw Pals can come by for daily walking during these times.
Mid-Day Pet Visits Pricing
Weekend and After-Hours Pet Visits
At Paw Pals, we realize that no one works on the exact same schedule. If your needs fall at off hours, don’t worry. We can be flexible with our scheduling.
Weekend and After-Hours Pet Visits Pricing
Vacation Visits (Non-Overnight)
Some pets are more comfortable kept at home while owners are away. Paw Pals pet sitters can come by to provide some T.L.C. while also taking care of the house.
Vacation Visits (Non-Overnight) Pricing
Keep your pets happy in their regular routine. Professional, guaranteed care for when you travel, eliminating stress for both you and your pets. We will take care of your pets and take care of minor household tasks while you are away, such as bringing in papers and mail, alternating lights, opening/closing blinds, watering plants. (Excessive plant watering may incur an additional charge, see House Sitting/Garden Watering Services)
Please note, for the well-being of your pets, dogs require at least 3 visits per day, and cats require at least 1 visit every 24 hours. Visit durations may be mixed. Homes with both dogs and cats will usually be charged only the dog visit rate. Homes with only small critters and birds (rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, and fish) will usually be charged the kitty visit rate. Otherwise these pets can usually be cared for at no additional charge at the dog or kitty rate.
| Dog & Cat Visits | Standard Visit | Extended Visit | Deluxe Visit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visit Duration | 30 Minutes | 45 Minutes | 60 Minutes |
| Ideal For | Typical dogs and energetic puppies; may have cats or other critters as well (Usually 3-4 visits daily) | Dogs requiring more play time, walking, and attention; may have cats or other critters as well (Usually 3-4 visits daily) | Dogs requiring more play time, walking, and attention; may have 1-2 cats or other critters as well (Usually 3-4 visits daily) |
| First Dog | $24.00 | $32.00 | $39.00 |
| Extra Dog (Each) | $3.00 | $5.00 | $7.00 |
| Extra Cat (Each) | $2.00 | $2.00 | $2.00 |
Includes:
- Walk, Playtime, Brushing, Treats
- Fresh food and water at scheduled visit
- Clean litter box
- Medications, if required (see medication administration)
- Attention and love as if they were our own!
Overnight Pet Sitting & House Sitting
One of Paw Pals pet sitters can stay at your house with your pets overnight to keep them company. Overnight stays in a home are always for 12 hour periods and begin when our sitters arrive between 7 and 10 PM. Two 30 minute walks for your pets are included in the evening and in the morning of the overnight stay. If any additional mid-day visits are needed, these can be scheduled as well. Please get in touch with us at least two weeks or more beforehand because this service is subject to the availability of our sitters.
Overnight Pet Sitting & House Sitting Pricing
A Paw Pals pet sitter will stay with your pets overnight. Overnight stays are for 12 hours with arrival times between 7-10 PM. Included is a 30 minute walk for your dogs in the evening and in the morning. Additional mid-day visits may be scheduled as needed.
| Cost Per Night | # of Dogs |
|---|---|
| $80.00 | First Dog |
| $10.00 | Per Additional Dog |
Pet Sitting Includes
- Walks, playtime, brushing, treats
- Fresh food and water at scheduled visit
- Clean litter box
- Medications, if required (see medication
administration) - Attention and love as if they were our
own!
House Sitting Includes
- Bringing in papers, mail, and packages
- Watering house plants
- Opening/Closing blinds
- Alternating lights
- Taking out/Bringing in trash and
recycling
Bed & Biscuit (Boarding) Clifton Pet Sitting
If you don’t want your best friend to be alone at night but prefer not to have a dog sitter stay in-house while you’re away, your well-behaved dogs may stay at a Paw Pals pet sitter’s home with our Bed & Biscuit boarding service. Each stay is highly personalized to allow your dogs to continue with their typical routine as closely as possible. Dogs are treated as part of the family when they stay with our sitters, and you’ll return home to find them with a smile on their face! To be eligible for bed & biscuit, dogs must be social, friendly, house trained, and be current on their shots and flea & tick medication.
This service costs $50 per night for one dog. Additional dogs are $25 per night.
Regular daytime vacation feeding/walk rates also apply. (see Vacation Visits above)
Additional Clifton, VA Pet Sitting Services
Pet Supply Pick-up (Go Fetch!)
Everyone has specific needs, including pets, but sometimes there isn’t time in the day to pick them up. Paw Pals can help out by bringing you what you need, from food to medicine.
Note: We will shop at a nearby pet supply store. If a particular specialty store is requested, depending on the distance, additional costs may be incurred.
Cost: $20 plus amount of receipt
House Sitting / Garden Watering
Even if you do not have pets to be taken care of when you are away, our pet sitters are also capable housesitters. We can water your gardens or houseplants and take care of house sitting duties that you may require such as:
- Bringing in papers, mail, and packages
- Watering gardens or houseplants
- Feeding fish and refilling bird feeders
- Opening/Closing blinds
- Alternating lights
- Taking out/Bringing in trash and recycling
Cost: $20 per day/per visit
Garden Watering
Garden watering can be added onto either House Sitting or Pet Sitting visits.
Cost: $8.00 for each 15 minutes
Pet Taxi Service
When you don’t have to be around to take your pet to and from the vet or groomer, you can schedule those appointments whenever you’d like! Paw Pals can escort your pet there and back again.
Calculate Your Cost Estimate:
- Go to Google maps: Driving directions to get the route distance
- Multiply the distance by $3.00
- Add $20.00 for Drop-off and/or Pick-up charge for the first pet; $5 extra for each additional pet
- Add $15 per half hour waiting time (You do not pay both a Drop-off and Pick-up charge if we wait.)
Pet Waste Removal (Poopie Patrol)
We’re happy to do your dirty work. It’s part of the job! We are able to provide the service of cleaning up your dogs messes in your yard so you can walk outside without worrying about where you step.
Stand-alone Cost:
- $16.00 for the first 15 minutes
- $10.00 for each 15 minutes
Add-on Cost:
- $10.00 for the first 15 minutes
- $10.00 for each additional 15 minutes
The Advantages of Using Paw Pals
The services PawPals offers can dramatically shift Clifton, VA pet and pet owners lives for the better. Here’s how:
Benefits for Pet Owners
- We cover pet transportation to and from important appointments
- Your home is safe in our hands
- Owners are able to communicate with pet sitters to check on things
- Pets are safe and sound at home and waiting for you by the door
- No worries about leaving pets at strange kennels
- Absolutely knowing your pet is safe with our responsible sitters
Benefits for Pets
- We stick exactly to your pet’s dietary and exercise needs, as per your instructions
- Administration of medication at appropriate times
- When there are any changes in pet behavior, you know about it immediately
- Whether staying at home our in the home of one of our pet sitters, pets feel safe and secure in loving atmospheres
- Sitters ensure all your pet’s favorite toys and treats are available to them
- No contact with other animals at kennels to keep medical conditions away
- Exactly the care and love your pet needs and deserves.
Qualified, Experienced, Licensed, Bonded, and Insured
PawPals knows that pets are an important part of the family. That’s why we want to ensure the whole family is happy! Our pet sitters are 100% dedicated to ensuring the safety and happiness of your pet while you are away, and make sure that your instructions are followed to a T.
When clients book Paw Pals’ Clifton, VA pet sitting services, they know their pets and homes are provided with the utmost attention and care. Paw Pals is bonded, insured and holds all licenses required in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
We certify each pet sitter in pet CPR and first aid through the PetTech PetSaver program. To ensure proficiency and reliability, certifications are renewed every two years.
Common Situations Pet Owners Come Across
Pet sitters and general house maintenance are more commonly needed than many thing. Here are some scenarios in which our service can help:
- When you travel for an extended period of time, you need help around the house on top of taking care of your pet.
- Someone needs to be around to take care of your pet, feed special diets, or even administer medicine while you are called away last minute.
- Your pet is alone for long periods of time throughout the day on a regular basis and you want to make sure someone is around to feed and walk them.
- You will be going away for a while and instead of having someone take care of your pet at your home, you’d like someone to watch them at theirs.
- Finding it difficult to find time to bring your pet to it’s grooming or veterinary appointments.
Contact Paw Pals for Clifton, VA Pet Sitting Services Today!
PawPals is happy to ensure the safety of your pet and your home. We only hire pet lovers, and that shows in the absolute top of the line quality of care your pet will receive. We aim to not only meet established goals with our clients, but to exceed them by going the extra mile to provide next level care. If you have any questions about or services or want to discuss scheduling, please contact us online or call us today!