Business Details
Your Trusted Pet Sitting & Care Experts in Granbury, TX
At Critter Gal Pet Sitting & More, we combine a lifelong passion for animals with professional expertise to deliver exceptional care for pets of all kinds. Founded by Sonya Howard, a dedicated animal lover with over two decades of corporate experience, our business prioritizes the well-being of pets while providing owners with peace of mind. Our team is fully insured, trained in pet first aid and CPR, and background check verified, ensuring reliable and secure service. We specialize in personalized care, maintaining pets' routines through daily visits, overnight stays, and specialized attention for exotic birds and farm animals.With a commitment to transparency, we provide daily photo updates and tailored services that cater to the unique needs of each pet, from dogs and cats to livestock and avian companions. Our mission is to create a guilt-free experience for clients by treating every pet as a cherished family member, ensuring they remain happy, healthy, and safe in their own home. By focusing on long-term relationships with clients and their pets, we aim to be the trusted choice for pet care in Granbury, Weatherford, and surrounding areas.
Services
Pet Sitting
Overnight Care
Dog Walking
Farm Sitting
Feathered Care
Pet Taxi
Medication Administration
Light Home Duties
Bird Wellness Checks
Livestock Care
Highlights and features
- We are fully insured and background check verified for your security.
- Our team is trained in pet first aid, CPR, and safety protocols.
- Daily photo updates keep you connected to your pet while you're away.
- Specialized care for exotic birds, farm animals, and traditional pets.
- Personalized attention tailored to each pet's unique needs and routines.
Services
Pet Sitting
Our pet sitting service maintains your pet's routine with customized visits for feeding, potty breaks, medication administration, and affection. We prioritize safety and familiarity by caring for pets in their own environment, ensuring minimal stress and maximum comfort. Ideal for owners seeking reliable, personalized attention for their companions during work hours or vacations.
Overnight Care
Overnight care provides continuous supervision with evening and morning walks, multiple potty breaks, and round-the-clock attention. This service includes in-home security measures and light household tasks like mail collection to deter theft. Perfect for owners needing extended absence coverage while maintaining their pet's daily habits and home safety.
Feathered Care
Specialized avian care includes aviary maintenance, fresh fruit and vegetable feedings, misting baths, and wellness checks. Our staff understands exotic birds' social and environmental needs, offering free-range interaction and enrichment activities. Designed for owners of parrots, chickens, and other feathered pets requiring expert attention during travel or busy schedules.
Farm Sitting
Farm sitting covers feeding, watering, stall cleaning, and basic chore assistance for livestock and poultry. We accommodate goats, cattle, horses, and poultry with species-specific care routines. This service ensures animals receive consistent attention and property maintenance when owners are unavailable, combining animal welfare with agricultural property oversight.
Dog Walking
Customizable dog walking sessions range from quick potty breaks to extended playtime walks, all tailored to your pet's energy level and health needs. Each visit includes hydration refreshes and affectionate interaction to prevent behavioral issues from isolation. Ideal for busy owners seeking to maintain their dog's physical and mental well-being.
People
Sonya Howard
Owner
Former corporate professional turned passionate pet caregiver with 20+ years of animal care experience. Specializes in exotic bird husbandry and livestock management while maintaining CPR and first aid certifications. Prioritizes personalized attention and pet well-being above all operational aspects.
Questions
What types of pets do you care for?
We care for dogs, cats, exotic birds (cockatoos, macaws), livestock (goats, cattle), poultry, rabbits, and reptiles. Our expertise extends to specialized avian and farm animal needs.
Are your services insured and certified?
Yes, we maintain full insurance coverage and staff are certified in pet CPR, first aid, and safety protocols. All team members undergo background checks for client security.
How do you handle medication administration?
Our trained staff accurately administers oral medications, injections, and topical treatments during visits. Detailed instructions from owners ensure proper dosage timing and method for pets with medical conditions.
Can I request customized care schedules?
Absolutely. We create tailored visit plans based on your pet's routine, including multiple daily visits, extended care sessions, or specific task prioritization to match individual requirements.
Do you provide care for extended vacations?
Yes, we offer overnight stays and 24-hour care packages with continuous monitoring. Our 12-hour 'Pawjama Pawty' and full-day farm sitting services ensure pets receive consistent attention during prolonged owner absences.
