Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Care Partner in Bethesda, MD
Mary's Pet Squad is a bonded and insured professional pet care company serving the greater Bethesda, Maryland area. We specialize in providing comprehensive pet and home care services, including dog walking, in-home pet sitting, boarding, and house sitting. Our team of trained professionals delivers personalized care tailored to each pet's unique needs, ensuring comfort and safety while owners are away. Through our 24/7 client portal, Time To Pet, clients can easily book services, update information, and receive real-time updates with photos of their pets during visits.Founded in 2012 by pet care expert Mary Fixsen, our mission emphasizes reliability, professionalism, and exceptional customer service. We serve Bethesda neighborhoods, Friendship Heights, Chevy Chase (MD and DC), and select NW Washington D.C. areas. Our commitment to quality care has earned us a loyal client base who appreciate our attention to detail, including plant watering, mail collection, and medication administration as part of standard visits.
Services
Dog Walking
Pet Boarding
Drop-In Visits
House Sitting
Client Portal Access
Initial Consultations
Holiday Services
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 client portal access for booking and real-time pet updates
- Our team provides personalized care with daily photo reports for pet owners
- Certified in PET TECH CPR & First Aid for pet safety assurance
- Experienced professionals serving Bethesda and surrounding areas since 2012
- Comprehensive services include plant watering and mail collection during visits
What people say
Caring and trustworthy
Daily photo reports
Peace of mind while traveling
Experienced professionals
Personalized care approach
Services
Dog Walking
Our professional dog walking service provides customized exercise routines for pets in Bethesda and surrounding areas. Whether your dog prefers brisk neighborhood walks, leisurely paced strolls, or backyard potty breaks, our trained walkers accommodate individual needs. Each visit includes waste cleanup and optional meal provision, with multiple daily visits available for puppies requiring frequent bathroom breaks.
Pet Boarding
Experience our in-home pet boarding service where dogs receive personalized attention in a family environment. Located in Silver Spring, our facility accommodates one or two pets at a time from the same household. Requirements include spaying/neutering, house training, and up-to-date vaccinations. Our service includes playtime, feeding, and special care for pets needing extra attention during their stay.
Drop-In Visits
Our drop-in pet sitting service provides essential care for various animals while owners are away. For cats, guinea pigs, birds, and exotic pets, we offer one or two daily visits for feeding, cage cleaning, and medication administration. Dog clients receive minimum three daily visits for exercise, feeding, and companionship. Additional home maintenance tasks like plant watering and mail collection come standard with each visit.
House Sitting
Maintain home security while traveling with our house sitting service for pet-free residences. Our professionals perform daily checks including mail collection, light rotation, plant watering, and security verification. This service ensures property safety and provides peace of mind for homeowners on extended trips, with customizable options to meet specific property maintenance needs.
Client Portal
Access our 24/7 Time To Pet client portal for comprehensive service management. This digital platform allows clients to book appointments, update contact information, view care routines, and track invoices. Real-time visit updates with photos keep owners connected to their pets, while secure communication channels facilitate direct interaction with caregivers throughout the service period.
People
Mary Fixsen
Founder
Mary Fixsen, founder of Mary's Pet Squad, has worked exclusively in professional pet care since 2012. Certified in PET TECH CPR & First Aid, she brings extensive experience with various animals and a commitment to exceptional service. A University of Maryland graduate, Mary combines business expertise with genuine animal passion to lead her team in Bethesda.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We service Bethesda neighborhoods, Friendship Heights, Chevy Chase (MD and DC), Pooks Hill, Grosvenor, and select NW Washington D.C. areas.
How do I book services?
Use our 24/7 Time To Pet portal to book services, update information, and manage invoices at your convenience.
Are your staff trained in pet emergencies?
Yes, all staff are trained in pet CPR and first aid to ensure pet safety during our care.
Do you care for exotic pets?
Yes, we provide care for cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, rabbits, hamsters, hedgehogs, rodents, and fish.
What's your holiday fee policy?
Services on major holidays incur a $10 per visit fee paid directly to the caregiver.
Can I receive updates during pet visits?
Yes, we provide personalized updates with photos after each visit through our client portal.
