Business Details
10 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted In-Home Pet Care Experts in East Bay Area
Finicky Felinz was founded in 2016 by Melissa, a dedicated pet care professional with certifications in pet psychology, nutrition, and CPR. Our mission is to provide personalized, in-home pet care that prioritizes the comfort and well-being of your feline companions. With over two decades of experience in animal behavior and a background in drug and alcohol counseling, I bring a unique perspective to understanding and addressing pet needs. We specialize in creating customized care plans tailored to each pet's individual requirements, ensuring peace of mind for owners during travel or busy periods.Our team combines professional expertise with genuine compassion, offering services such as behavioral consultations, photo updates, and handcrafted wool cat beds. We pride ourselves on reliability, clear communication, and the ability to form strong bonds with even the most timid pets. Our commitment to excellence has earned us the trust of clients across the East Bay Area, from Richmond to Oakland. By focusing on the specific needs of cats and their owners, we aim to redefine the standard of in-home pet care through personalized attention and evidence-based practices.
Services
In-home pet care
Feline behavior services
Photo updates
Handcrafted cat beds
Dog walking services
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer certified expertise in pet psychology and behavior.
- Our customized care plans adapt to each pet's unique needs.
- We provide detailed daily photo and video updates for pet owners.
- Our team has successfully cared for over 100 cats with special needs.
- We maintain 24/7 emergency availability for urgent situations.
What people say
Reliable and resourceful
Daily updates and pictures
Flexible and understanding
Expertise in cat behavior
Compassionate care
Services
In-home pet care
Our in-home pet care service provides personalized attention for cats in their familiar environment. Certified specialists visit your home to feed, play with, and monitor your pet's well-being. Clients receive daily photo and video updates to ensure peace of mind during travel or busy periods.
Feline behavior services
Specialized behavioral consultations address specific feline issues through customized plans. Our certified experts identify triggers and implement solutions for anxiety, aggression, or litter box problems. This service includes home assessments and follow-up visits to ensure lasting improvements in your cat's behavior.
Photo updates
Daily photo and video updates document your pet's activities during care visits. This service provides visual confirmation of your cat's well-being and includes personalized notes about behavior, eating habits, and any observed changes requiring attention.
Handcrafted cat beds
Artisan-made wool cat beds are hand-felted using natural materials. Available in multiple sizes and color combinations, these durable beds provide comfortable resting spaces that naturally regulate temperature while maintaining hypoallergenic properties for sensitive pets.
Dog walking services
Professional dog walking service offers scheduled outdoor activity sessions for canine companions. Certified handlers provide safe, supervised walks that accommodate specific exercise requirements while maintaining consistent communication with pet owners about behavior and health observations.
People
Melissa
Founder & Lead Pet Care Specialist
Certified pet psychology expert with 20+ years in animal behavior. Former drug counselor turned pet care specialist. Holds MBA and BA in Psychology. Founded Finicky Felinz in 2016 after rescue cat experience.
Joe
Dog Walking Specialist
Retired San Francisco Veterans Hospital professional offering dog walking services. Three-year pet care team member with extensive hands-on experience. Specializes in canine behavior and exercise routines.
Questions
What services do you offer for cats?
We provide in-home pet care, behavioral consultations, photo updates, and handcrafted wool cat beds tailored to your cat's specific needs.
Do you offer emergency pet care?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency availability for urgent situations requiring immediate attention from our certified specialists.
What areas do you serve?
We serve the East Bay Area including Richmond, Berkeley, Oakland, San Pablo, El Cerrito, Kensington, Albany, and Emeryville.
How do you handle special needs pets?
Our customized care plans address specific requirements through behavioral consultations and home assessments conducted by certified specialists.
Can I receive updates while traveling?
Yes, we provide daily photo and video updates with personalized notes about your pet's behavior and well-being during care visits.
Do you offer dog walking services?
Yes, our certified dog walking specialists provide scheduled outdoor activity sessions tailored to your dog's specific exercise requirements.
