Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Pet Services in Midtown Manhattan
Fido & Friends was founded by Chandra Collier, a New York resident with over two decades of experience navigating urban pet ownership. Our boutique company specializes in tailored dog walking, pet sitting, and grooming services designed to address the unique challenges of city living. We prioritize personalized care through comprehensive meet-and-greet consultations, ensuring each service plan aligns with your pet's specific needs. Our team undergoes rigorous security screening, including legal background checks, and we maintain consistent walker assignments to build trust and familiarity.Backed by state registration, full insurance, and Pet Check Technology for real-time service tracking, we combine expertise with innovation to deliver reliable, transparent pet care. With specialized programs for puppies, overnight stays, and even exotic pets, we treat every animal as family while providing owners with complete peace of mind.
Services
Dog Walking
Pet Sitting
Pet Grooming
Pup Sitting
Country Visits
Meet & Greet
Security Screening
Pet Check Technology
Overnight Sitting
Exotic Pet Care
Highlights and features
- We offer a free meet & greet consultation for every new pet
- Our team undergoes detailed security screening including background checks
- We use Pet Check Technology for real-time walk tracking and automated payments
- Fully insured, bonded, and registered by the State of New York
- Consistent walker assignments with advance notice for any changes
Associations and certifications
- NAPPS
- PSA
- ASPCA
What people say
Premier service you can trust
Real-Time Certainty
Outstanding service
Fully insured, bonded
Free meet & greet
Services
Dog Walking
Our dog walking service provides individualized attention with private and semi-private options. Experienced walkers follow customized routes while using GPS tracking for accountability. Multiple walk durations and frequency tiers accommodate different schedules and energy levels, with premium pricing for after-hours and weekend appointments.
Pet Sitting
Professional pet sitters deliver in-home care for various species including feeding, playtime, and basic grooming. Overnight packages include extended companionship and multiple walks daily. Specialized attention available for senior pets, medical needs, and multi-pet households with additional fees for plant care and extended visits.
Pet Grooming
Luxury in-home grooming includes bathing with organic products, haircuts, ear cleaning, and nail trimming. Technicians provide full grooming or la carte services like teeth brushing and gland cleaning. Appointments include moisturizing treatments and customized detangling solutions for different coat types.
Pup Sitting
Specialized newborn puppy care includes feeding, potty training, and socialization activities. Technicians provide hourly visits for accident cleanup, hydration monitoring, and developmental play sessions. Services accommodate breed-specific needs and include guidance for first-time pet owners during early development stages.
Country Visits
Scheduled rural excursions provide off-leash exercise in natural environments. Dogs enjoy supervised beach walks, hiking trails, and grassy play areas on Long Island properties. The service includes transportation logistics and safety monitoring during outdoor activities for urban pets needing environmental enrichment.
People
Chandra Collier
Founder
With over 20 years of New York City pet ownership experience, Chandra established Fido & Friends to address urban pet care challenges. She personally oversees service customization while managing a team of certified pet professionals.
Questions
What pet species do you care for?
We provide services for dogs, cats, birds, rodents, fish, and other exotic pets with specialized care protocols.
How does your security screening work?
All staff undergo legal background checks and experience verification before client assignments to ensure pet safety.
Do you offer after-hours services?
Yes, walks before 9am or after 5pm include a $7 premium with weekend/holiday appointments requiring additional fees.
How are grooming prices structured?
Full grooming starts at $125 with add-on services priced separately, including teeth brushing, gland cleaning, and detangling treatments.
Can I track service progress?
Pet Check Technology provides real-time GPS tracking of walks and automated payment processing for client transparency.
