Business Details
9 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Pet Care Services in Hazlet, NJ
Since 2017, The Scruffy Puppy has been dedicated to providing personalized pet care services tailored to the unique needs of each animal. Our team of experienced professionals serves multiple areas in New Jersey, offering dog walking, pet sitting, boarding, and specialized care for cats and small animals. We prioritize the health and happiness of pets through customized exercise routines, attentive care, and secure environments.Our services include flexible scheduling, 24/7 availability, and additional support like plant watering and package monitoring. With a focus on building trust and maintaining transparency, we ensure pet owners receive regular updates and photos during their pets' care periods. Our insured team combines professional expertise with genuine compassion to deliver reliable, high-quality service.
Services
Dog Walking
Pet Sitting
Overnight Boarding
Cat Care
Small Animal Care
Vacation Home Visits
Nail Trimming
Plant Watering
Package Monitoring
Transport Services
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer customized care plans for dogs, cats, and small animals since 2017
- Our insured team provides 24/7 emergency pet care services
- Experienced professionals handle all breeds and special needs
- We serve 8+ communities in New Jersey with flexible scheduling
- Daily photo updates and transparent communication included
What people say
Terrific with older dog
Peace of mind
Time of her life
Professional setup
Excellent boarding
Services
Dog Walking
Our dog walking service offers customized durations from 15 minutes to 1 hour, with pricing starting at $22. We accommodate multiple pets with $2 increments and provide picture updates. Early morning/night visits and holidays incur surcharges. Walks include hydration, feeding, and personalized attention.
Overnight Boarding
Overnight boarding options include in-home stays with experienced caregivers. Rates start at $125/night for adult dogs and $145/night for puppies. Additional pets receive discounted rates. Holiday surcharges apply. Services include midnight potty breaks, cuddle time, and midday check-ins for extended care.
Vacation Pet Sitting
Customizable vacation care packages offer 15-60 minute visits starting at $22. Minimum visit requirements ensure pet wellbeing: 4 visits/day for crated dogs, 1 visit/day for cats. Includes medication administration, playtime, and optional midday check-ins for $30/hour.
Cat Sitting
Specialized cat care includes litter box cleaning, feeding, and play sessions starting at $22. Services extend to plant watering and home security tasks. Additional cats cost $2 each. Early/night visits and holidays have surcharges. Packages include 20-30 minute visits with personalized attention.
Small Animal Care
Care for small caged animals starts at $22 for basic needs. Full cage cleaning services begin at $27. Additional pets in the same cage cost $2. Services include habitat maintenance, feeding, and enrichment activities. Custom pricing available for multiple or large enclosures.
People
Christina Ranaldi
Owner
Christina has dedicated her career to animal care, working as a groomer and pet care specialist for over 15 years. She owns The Scruffy Puppy in Hazlet, NJ, and combines professional expertise with personal passion as a pet owner herself.
Nancy Topolewski
Dog Walker / Pet Sitter
Nancy brings extensive hands-on experience with dogs, offering personalized walks and pet sitting services. She understands the importance of consistent care and exercise for pets while owners are away.
Suzanne Dog Walker
Pet Care Specialist
With 7 years of dog walking and boarding experience, Suzanne provides reliable care while reinforcing training commands. She combines professional service with genuine affection for all animals.
Taryn Birch
Pet Sitter
Taryn offers comprehensive pet care services including walks, visits, and house sitting. She ensures clients receive regular updates and photos to maintain peace of mind during pet care periods.
Cheryl Zeidlik
Pet Care Provider
Cheryl combines years of personal pet ownership with professional pet sitting experience. She owns a chocolate lab and understands the importance of quality care for senior animals and special needs pets.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve Hazlet, Red Bank, Middletown, Keyport, and 5+ surrounding New Jersey communities with door-to-door pet care services.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency services?
Yes, our team provides 24/7 pet care with surcharges for visits between 8PM-8AM and holidays.
How are multiple pet discounts structured?
Additional pets receive $2 increments per visit, with tiered pricing for boarding multiple dogs from the same household.
What's included in vacation care?
Vacation packages include potty breaks, feeding, medication administration, playtime, and optional midday check-ins with customized duration options.
Do you care for special needs pets?
Our team handles all breeds and special requirements, including senior animals, medical needs, and behavioral considerations with personalized care plans.
How do you communicate during care periods?
Clients receive regular text updates and photo messages documenting their pet's activities and wellbeing throughout the service period.
