Business Details
23 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Pet Sitting Services in Tacoma
City Pet Care was founded to provide a compassionate alternative to traditional pet boarding facilities. We specialize in in-home pet care services designed to keep pets comfortable in their familiar environment while owners are away. Our team delivers personalized attention through scheduled visits that include exercise, feeding, medication administration, and basic household maintenance. We prioritize safety and reliability, maintaining licensing, bonding, and insurance for client peace of mind. Our services are available seven days a week with flexible scheduling options to accommodate individual pet needs.Founded in 2003, we combine professional expertise with genuine animal care experience to serve Pierce County residents. Our approach emphasizes thorough consultation processes and detailed service documentation to ensure consistent care quality. As active members of Pet Sitters International, we maintain industry best practices and professional standards. We serve diverse pet types including dogs, cats, and small animals with customized care plans. Our commitment extends beyond pet care to include home security checks and routine maintenance during owner absences.
Services
Pet Sitting
Dog Walking
In-Home Consultation
Medication Administration
House Sitting
Daily Exercise
Feeding Services
Litter Box Cleaning
Home Security Checks
Plant Watering
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized in-home consultations for tailored care plans
- Our team maintains licensing, bonding, and insurance for client protection
- Flexible visit scheduling available 7 days a week
- Experienced caregivers trained in pet medication administration
- Comprehensive household maintenance during owner absences
Associations and certifications
- Pet Sitters International
Services
Pet Sitting Visits
Our pet sitting visits provide comprehensive care for your animals in their familiar environment. Each session includes feeding, watering, medication administration, and exercise tailored to your pet's specific needs. We maintain detailed care instructions from initial consultations to ensure consistency across visits.
Dog Walking Services
Customized dog walking services accommodate individual exercise requirements and walking preferences. Our caregivers follow established routes while providing playtime and bathroom breaks. Multiple walk options available with duration adjustments based on breed and health considerations.
Home Maintenance
Complementary home security services include mail collection, light management, and plant watering during owner absences. Our caregivers perform daily checks of property conditions and maintain appearance of occupancy for enhanced security.
Medication Administration
Professional medication management for pets requiring special health attention. Our trained caregivers administer oral medications, topical treatments, and subcutaneous fluids following veterinarian instructions with detailed documentation of each dose.
Initial Consultation
Complimentary in-home assessment to discuss pet care requirements, household routines, and emergency protocols. This session establishes personalized care instructions, security procedures, and service preferences for future visits.
People
Matthew Wall
Founder
Matthew Wall established City Pet Care in 2003 after eight years with Starbucks Coffee Company. A lifelong Pierce County resident, he combines business expertise with extensive animal care experience from competitive horse showing and personal pet ownership.
Questions
What pet types do you care for?
We care for dogs, cats, small mammals, birds, and reptiles with customized care plans.
Do you provide overnight care?
Yes, we offer extended stay options with multiple daily visits for overnight pet sitting needs.
How are caregivers trained?
Our team completes pet first aid certification and participates in annual professional development through Pet Sitters International.
Can I request specific service times?
We accommodate preferred visit times with 1-hour windows available during our standard operating hours.
What security measures do you use?
We maintain client confidentiality, use secure digital records, and provide real-time visit updates with photo documentation.
