Business Details
28 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Pet Care Solutions in Rockford, MI
Established in 1998, Pet Sitters Plus was founded by Kathy Burch, a lifelong animal lover with extensive experience in pet care and education. Our company specializes in personalized in-home pet sitting, dog walking, puppy training, and outdoor adventures for cats, dogs, birds, and other domestic pets. We prioritize the comfort and safety of pets in their familiar home environment, offering services 365 days a year with 24-hour voicemail support. Our team of adult caregivers includes professionals with backgrounds in veterinary care and animal rescue, all bonded and insured for client protection.We provide additional services such as mail retrieval, home security checks, and plant care during visits. With over 15 years of experience, we maintain a commitment to continuous learning in pet training techniques and behavior management. Our liability insurance policy ensures client peace of mind, while our detailed visit reports keep pet owners informed. We serve NE Grand Rapids, Rockford, Belmont, Comstock Park, Ada Township, and surrounding areas. Our philosophy centers on treating every pet as if they were our own, ensuring they receive individualized attention and affectionate care.
Services
In-Home Pet Sitting
Dog Walking
Outdoor Doggy Adventures
Puppy Training
Overnight Care
Mail Retrieval
Home Security Checks
Plant Care
Pet Transportation
Senior Pet Care
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of experience in personalized pet care since 1998.
- Our team consists of bonded and insured professionals with veterinary backgrounds.
- We provide 24/7 emergency voicemail support for client peace of mind.
- Our detailed visit reports ensure complete transparency about pet care.
- We serve multiple areas including NE Grand Rapids and Ada Township.
What people say
Treats my pets as their own
Highly recommend
In wonderful caring hands
Detailed write-up
Best possible care
Services
In-Home Pet Sitting
Our in-home pet sitting service provides personalized care for cats, dogs, and other domestic pets while owners are away. Trained caregivers visit your home to feed, exercise, and socialize pets, maintaining their regular routines. This service includes mail retrieval, home security checks, and plant care to ensure both pet comfort and home safety.
Overnight Pet Care
The overnight pet care service offers 12-hour companionship from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m., ideal for pets with separation anxiety or multiple animals. Our caregivers stay in your home to provide continuous attention, medication administration, and emergency response. This service ensures pets remain in their familiar environment while receiving round-the-clock care.
Dog Walking
Our daily dog walking program offers 30-minute sessions focused on exercise, bathroom breaks, and socialization. Certified walkers follow specific feeding and medication instructions while maintaining consistent schedules. This service benefits working pet owners by preventing behavioral issues through regular physical activity and mental stimulation for dogs of all ages.
Puppy Training
Puppy training services focus on basic obedience, housebreaking, and socialization for young dogs. Our caregivers implement positive reinforcement techniques during in-home visits, addressing specific behavioral concerns. We also provide referrals to certified trainers for advanced training needs, ensuring puppies develop good manners and adapt well to household routines.
Outdoor Adventures
Outdoor doggy adventures provide socialization opportunities for dogs through supervised group activities and play sessions. This service includes transportation to safe outdoor locations for exercise and interaction with other dogs. Caregivers monitor behavior to ensure positive experiences while providing physical activity and mental stimulation in a controlled environment.
People
Kathy Burch
Owner
Kathy Burch founded Pet Sitters Plus in 1998 after a teaching career. With lifelong experience caring for greyhounds, cocker spaniels, and various domestic pets, she brings extensive animal handling expertise. Certified in pet training techniques, Kathy supervises all caregivers and ensures high-quality service standards across the company.
Questions
What services does Home Sweet Home Petsitting offer?
We provide in-home pet sitting, dog walking, overnight care, puppy training, outdoor adventures, mail retrieval, home security checks, and plant care for cats, dogs, birds, and domestic animals.
Are your pet sitters trained and insured?
All our caregivers are bonded and insured with professional experience in veterinary care and animal rescue. They receive ongoing training in pet handling and behavior management techniques.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency pet care?
While our office isn't staffed 24/7, our 24-hour voicemail system ensures emergency messages get checked regularly. Overnight caregivers can be reached for urgent pet care needs during their stay.
What areas do you serve?
We serve NE Grand Rapids, Rockford, Belmont, Comstock Park, Ada Township, and surrounding areas in Michigan with reliable pet care services.
