Business Details
31 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Pet Sitting Solution in San Diego
Founded by Dennis & Sonya Shoemaker, a husband-and-wife team with over 30 years of combined experience, PET PALS Cat Sitting has redefined professional in-home pet care in San Diego. Our approach prioritizes personalized service through direct owner involvement, eliminating third-party contractors entirely. We specialize in comprehensive cat care, including feeding, grooming, medication administration, and household maintenance during client absences. Our commitment to reliability is evidenced by daily communication updates, verified credentials, and a proven track record of client trust reflected in numerous testimonials.Licensed, bonded, and liability-insured, we provide tailored care plans that address individual pet needs while ensuring home security through mail collection, plant watering, and lighting adjustments. The business maintains consistent service delivery through its founders' hands-on management, leveraging their extensive expertise to address emergencies and complex care requirements.
Services
Cat Sitting
Pet Care
Cat Box Cleaning
Plant Watering
Mail Collection
Home Security Checks
Medication Administration
Pet Socialization
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- Reliable adults who perform all required tasks as scheduled
- Over 30 years of professional pet sitting experience
- Direct service from owners Dennis & Sonya Shoemaker
- Personalized text message updates with pictures during visits
- Licensed, bonded & liability insured for peace of mind
What people say
Reliable adult care
Daily texts with updates
Stellar service record
Emergency availability
Secure home maintenance
Services
Cat Sitting
Daily in-home visits for cat feeding, grooming, and socialization. Includes cat box cleaning, medication administration, and pet-related mess cleanup. Maintains household appearance through plant watering, mail collection, and trash management during client absences.
Home Security Checks
Comprehensive home maintenance during absences. Features lighting adjustments, lock inspections, trash can management, and perimeter security checks. Prevents mail buildup and maintains property appearance through systematic daily checks.
Pet Medication Administration
Professional medication handling per client instructions. Includes pill administration, injection support, and health monitoring. Requires pre-service consultation to ensure proper administration techniques and dosage tracking.
Daily Communication Updates
Real-time visit updates via text messages with photo documentation. Provides video options for extended communication. Maintains detailed visit logs for client reference during and after service periods.
Emergency Pet Care
Last-minute scheduling for unexpected absences. Prioritizes immediate cat welfare checks and temporary care solutions. Available for medical emergencies requiring continuous pet monitoring outside regular service parameters.
People
Dennis Shoemaker
Co-Owner
Co-founder with 30+ years of pet care experience. Specializes in cat behavior management and medication administration. Direct service provider with proven reliability in emergency situations.
Sonya Shoemaker
Co-Owner
Co-founder maintaining daily client communication. Expert in pet health monitoring with consistent praise for compassionate care. Provides regular visit updates through photo documentation and detailed text reports.
Questions
What cat breeds do you care for?
We work with all cat breeds, including special needs and senior cats. Our experience handling diverse breeds ensures proper care for your pet's specific requirements.
How do you handle medical emergencies?
During visits, we monitor pet health and contact owners immediately if concerns arise. For emergencies, we provide transportation to veterinary clinics and coordinate care with your regular veterinarian.
Can you care for multiple pets?
Yes, we handle multi-pet households with individualized attention. Our services include feeding schedules, separate medication management, and dedicated playtime for each pet in the home.
What service areas do you cover?
We operate throughout San Diego County, including coastal and inland communities. Contact us directly to confirm specific neighborhood availability before booking.
How are visits scheduled?
Clients arrange services through direct consultation with owners. Visit frequency options include daily or multiple daily visits depending on pet needs and client preferences.
What security measures ensure reliability?
As bonded, insured professionals, we require pre-service consultations and maintain duplicate house keys. Our consistent owner-operated model eliminates contractor-related reliability concerns, ensuring scheduled visits.
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