Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Care Experts in Los Angeles
At Highland Bark, we are dedicated to providing exceptional pet care services tailored to meet the unique needs of each animal. Our small, experienced team specializes in dog walks, cat visits, and housesitting across Highland Park, Silver Lake, and surrounding Los Angeles neighborhoods. As a fully insured and bonded business, we prioritize your pet's safety and comfort, offering personalized attention that ensures peace of mind when you're away. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as a 'Neighborhood Faves' Award winner for Best Pet Care in Highland Park and a Certificate of Recognition from Assemblywoman Wendy Carillo. We are proud members of Pet Sitters International and maintain rigorous professional standards through our affiliations and certifications.Whether it's a 30-minute neighborhood walk, a 45-minute group hike, or overnight housesitting with morning and evening walks, our services are designed to accommodate diverse schedules and pet requirements. We extend our care beyond dogs and cats to include birds, reptiles, and other companions, ensuring comprehensive support for all types of pets. Our team's deep understanding of local neighborhoods and commitment to reliability make us a trusted choice for pet owners seeking dependable, compassionate care.
Services
Dog Walking
Pet Sitting
Cat Visits
Housesitting
Pet Taxi
Bird Care
Reptile Care
Holiday Services
Plant Watering
Mail Collection
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized pet care tailored to individual needs
- Our team is fully insured and bonded for client protection
- Award-winning service recognized by Nextdoor and local officials
- Experienced staff serving Los Angeles neighborhoods since 2012
- Specialized care for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and exotic pets
Associations and certifications
- Pet Sitters International
What people say
Personalized service
Award-winning
Fully insured
Experienced staff
Local expertise
Services
Group Hikes
Our 45-minute group hikes provide social exercise for dogs in public parks or hiking trails. This service includes supervised interaction with other dogs while maintaining safety protocols. Clients receive discounted rates for multiple dogs or weekly bookings.
Cat Home Visits
We provide 30-minute home visits for cats, including fresh food and water, litter box changes, and plant watering. Our staff also collects mail and maintains household appearance during client absences, ensuring both pet and home care.
Housesitting
Our overnight housesitting service includes morning and evening dog walks, meal feeding, and constant pet companionship. We maintain home security by collecting mail and monitoring premises, with special care for multiple pets or medication requirements.
Pet Taxi
We offer transportation services for pets to groomers, veterinarians, or other appointments. Our staff safely escorts animals to appointments during owner work hours, with customized scheduling available for special needs.
Bird & Reptile Care
Our specialized care extends to birds, reptiles, and other exotic pets. Services include habitat maintenance, feeding, and health monitoring, with customized care plans developed through consultation for unique species requirements.
People
Ellen Monocroussos
Owner
Ellen Monocroussos founded Highland Bark with a passion for animal welfare and over 15 years of pet care experience. Recognized by Nextdoor and local officials, she leads our team in providing compassionate, reliable service across Los Angeles neighborhoods.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Highland Park, Silver Lake, Eagle Rock, Glassell Park, Echo Park, Los Feliz, and Mt. Washington in Los Angeles.
Are you available during holidays?
Yes, we provide pet care services during major holidays with advance scheduling.
Are you insured?
Yes, Highland Bark is fully bonded and insured for client protection.
Do you care for exotic pets?
We care for birds, reptiles, and other exotic pets with customized care plans developed through consultation.
How are special needs handled?
Special needs including medications, multiple pets, or behavioral issues require consultation for customized pricing and care plans.
What awards have you received?
We've received Nextdoor's 'Neighborhood Faves' Award for Best Pet Care four times and a Certificate of Recognition from Assemblywoman Wendy Carillo.
