Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Sitting Experts in Carmel, CA
Founded in 1993 by Lucinda Andersen, Happy Pets Sitting Services has established itself as one of the first professional pet sitting businesses on the Monterey Peninsula. With over 30 years of dedicated service, we specialize in providing compassionate care for cats, dogs, exotic animals, and special needs pets, ensuring their comfort in familiar environments. Our commitment to personalized attention has earned us a loyal client base, with many clients returning year after year and veterinarians referring our services. We offer a wide range of tailored solutions, including cat sitting, dog walking, doggie daycare, house sitting, and specialized care for older or disabled animals. Our unique in-home assessment process ensures social compatibility for dogs participating in our daycare services, fostering safe and joyful interactions.Over the decades, we have developed customized care routines, such as administering insulin injections for diabetic cats or using bells to assist visually impaired dogs. With service areas covering Carmel, Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, Seaside, and Marina, we maintain a strong local presence while upholding the highest standards of animal welfare. Our reputation for trustworthiness and reliability has been built through direct, personal consultations with every client. As pioneers in our field, we continue expanding our expertise to meet evolving client needs while maintaining the same heartfelt dedication that started with caring for Lucinda's own Standard Poodle. Today, we remain a trusted partner for pet owners who value professional, loving care that mirrors their own commitment to their pets' well-being.
Services
Cat Sitting
Dog Walking
Doggie Daycare
House Sitting
Exotic Animal Care
Special Needs Pet Care
Veterinary Transport
Pet Medication Administration
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in professional pet sitting.
- Our team specializes in care for special needs and elder animals.
- We serve pets across Carmel, Monterey, and Pacific Grove areas.
- We provide personalized care matching each pet's specific requirements.
- Our services are trusted by both pet owners and local veterinarians.
What people say
Compassionate care
Trustworthy service
Loved by pets
Special needs expertise
Veterinarian approved
Services
Dog Walking
Maintaining regular routines for dogs through scheduled walks in their neighborhood. Services include morning, lunchtime, and evening walks with optional socialization using our own well-trained dogs. Walks can incorporate visits to local parks like Garland Park or Asilomar Beach. Provides exercise and bathroom breaks while owners are away, with consistent care from the same handler to build pet familiarity and owner trust.
Cat Sitting
Personalized in-home cat care maintaining daily routines while owners travel. Services include feeding fresh food, water bowl refills, litter box maintenance, and medication administration. Technicians follow exact client instructions for feeding schedules and special requirements. Available for multiple cats in the same household with no additional fee. Can incorporate veterinary visits or supply deliveries to ensure uninterrupted care during extended absences.
Special Needs Pet Care
Dedicated care for elderly or disabled animals with specialized requirements. Services include medication administration, mobility assistance, and adaptive environment modifications like auditory cues for visually impaired pets. Technicians have experience with conditions requiring insulin injections, mobility aids, or sensory adaptations. Care plans developed in consultation with owners and veterinarians to maintain pet comfort while respecting owner preferences and medical guidelines.
Doggie Daycare
In-home daycare service for small to medium dogs in a supervised, social environment. Limited to 2-3 dogs at a time to ensure personalized attention. Includes structured playtime, rest periods, and compatibility assessments before acceptance. Designed to prevent loneliness through interactive play while maintaining safety through controlled group sizes. Owners receive updates about their pet's activities during care periods.
House Sitting
Maintains pet comfort in their familiar home environment during owner absence. Services include daily visits for feeding, exercise, and social interaction. Techs maintain observation of pet health indicators and provide household security benefits through presence. Available for multiple pet types including exotic animals, birds, and caged pets. Can include plant watering or mail collection as optional add-ons during visits.
People
Lucinda Andersen
Owner
Lucinda founded Happy Pets Sitting Services in 1993 after refusing to kennel her own Standard Poodle. With over 30 years of experience, she specializes in special needs pet care and has developed customized care protocols for various medical conditions while maintaining strong relationships with local veterinarians.
Questions
What service areas do you cover?
We provide pet sitting services across Carmel, Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, Seaside, and Marina.
Do you care for special needs pets?
Yes, we specialize in caring for elderly animals and pets with disabilities, including administering medications and adaptive care techniques.
How do you ensure pet compatibility in daycare?
We conduct in-home assessments to check socialization skills before accepting dogs into our daycare program.
Can you administer pet medications?
Yes, our technicians can administer pills, injections, and follow specific medical instructions provided by owners.
How are overnight pet sitting services structured?
We offer in-home care with regular check-ins, maintaining your pet's normal routine while ensuring their safety and comfort.
What happens during a Meet & Greet?
This free consultation allows us to discuss your pet's specific needs and create a customized care plan tailored to their routine.
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