Business Details
Trusted Pet Sitting & Dog Walking Services in Raleigh
At Tails on Time, we have dedicated ourselves to providing exceptional pet care services since our founding. Our team of licensed, bonded, and insured professionals brings decades of combined experience in pet sitting, dog walking, and in-home care. Each member is certified in pet first-aid and trained to handle pets with special needs, temperament challenges, or health concerns. We prioritize personalized attention, offering daily updates to pet owners and maintaining rigorous safety protocols, including verified emergency contacts. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our partnerships with organizations like the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters and our active involvement in animal rescue initiatives.With service areas spanning Raleigh, Cary, Apex, and surrounding communities, we ensure pets receive the same love and care they experience at home, whether through routine visits or overnight stays. Our proprietary scheduling tools allow clients to manage appointments seamlessly, while our transparent communication fosters lasting trust with every family we serve.
Services
Pet Sitting
Dog Walking
House Sitting
Pet Transport
Special Needs Care
Daily Updates
Emergency Services
Overnight Visits
In Home Pet Care
Pet Taxi
Highlights and features
- We have 19+ years of pet care and dog training experience.
- Certified by the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters.
- Trained in pet first-aid and certified professionals.
- Specialize in caring for pets with special needs.
- Provide daily updates for pet owner peace of mind.
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Professional Pet Sitters
What people say
Trust-worthy
Communicative
Patient
Loving
Kind
Services
Pet Sitting
Our pet sitting service provides personalized one-on-one attention for your pets in their familiar home environment. Each visit includes feeding, water dish refills, short walks, playtime, and home maintenance tasks like bringing in mail and watering plants. Sitters are trained to administer medications and handle special needs pets, ensuring comprehensive care while owners are away. Daily photo updates keep clients informed about their pets' well-being.
Dog Walking
Customizable dog walking visits accommodate individual pet requirements, offering long walks, short walks with playtime, or basic command training sessions. Our team uses easy-walk harnesses and chew-proof leashes for difficult-to-control dogs while maintaining consistent communication with owners through our scheduling app. Visits can be rescheduled easily to adapt to changing client needs.
House Sitting
Our house sitting service maintains your home's appearance during your absence through regular visits that include mail collection, plant watering, trash removal, and light management. This service creates the impression of occupancy while providing incidental pet care for animals left in their familiar environment. Overnight options are available for extended security and pet companionship.
Pet Transport
We provide safe and secure transportation for pets to veterinary appointments, grooming sessions, or boarding facilities. Our pet taxi service accommodates one-way or round-trip journeys with climate-controlled vehicles and experienced handlers. The service includes careful loading/unloading procedures and monitoring during transit to ensure animal comfort and safety.
Special Needs Care
Our certified professionals administer medications, monitor health conditions, and provide specialized care for pets with medical requirements. This includes insulin injections, pill administration, and observation of chronic conditions. We maintain detailed records and communicate regularly with veterinarians to ensure continuity of care while owners are away from their special needs pets.
People
Amy Dubis
CEO
Amy Dubis, owner of Tails on Time, brings 19+ years of pet care expertise as a National Association of Professional Pet Sitters certified professional. With extensive experience in animal rescue, special needs care, and pet first-aid certification, she combines practical knowledge with compassionate service. Her background includes operating a local cat rescue and managing pet fencing solutions, ensuring comprehensive understanding of animal behavior and safety requirements.
Questions
What pet care services do you offer?
We provide pet sitting, dog walking, house sitting, and pet transport services for dogs, cats, and exotic pets across Raleigh and surrounding areas.
Are your pet sitters certified professionals?
Yes, our team includes National Association of Professional Pet Sitters certified members trained in pet first-aid and experienced with special needs animals.
How do you handle pet emergencies?
We maintain two emergency contacts and a pet guardian contact to ensure immediate response to any medical situation requiring veterinary attention.
Can you care for pets with special needs?
Yes, our team administers medications, handles temperament issues, and provides specialized care for pets with health conditions or disabilities.
What service areas do you cover?
We serve all areas within the I-40 beltline including Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Fuquay-Varina, and Garner with a $2 surcharge beyond 10 miles.
How can I schedule pet care services?
Clients can book services through our website, call us at (919) 727-7333, or use our mobile app for appointment management and updates.
