Business Details
37 Years
experience
Professional Atlanta Pet Care Services
Since 1989, Barking Up The Right Tree has been Atlanta's premier provider of professional pet care services, delivering award-winning dog walking, cat sitting, and overnight care to pets and peace of mind to their owners. As pioneers in the pet sitting industry, we combine decades of hands-on experience with a commitment to personalized service, ensuring every pet receives individualized attention tailored to their unique needs. Our team of certified Pet Professionals is trained in administering medications, managing special needs pets, and maintaining secure home access protocols, including coded key management and emergency contingency planning.Backed by licensing, bonding, and insurance, we provide 24/7 automated scheduling access while maintaining live customer support to guarantee seamless service coordination. Through detailed visit reports with photo/video documentation and a structured Meet & Greet process, we ensure transparency and build lasting relationships with both pets and their families.
Services
Dog Sitting
Cat Sitting
Dog Walking
Overnight Care
Special Needs Care
24/7 Scheduling
Visit Reports
Key Management
Emergency Care
Pet Transportation
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 automated scheduling access with live support
- Our team handles special needs pets including medication administration
- We maintain detailed visit reports with photo/video documentation
- We implement secure key management with coded office backup
- We offer emergency contingency planning for unexpected situations
What people say
Professional team
Detailed visit reports
Reliable service
Special needs care
Peace of mind
Services
30 Minute Dog Walk
Our certified pet professionals provide structured outdoor activity with safety monitoring and behavioral observation. Each walk includes potty breaks documentation, hydration checks, and personalized interaction based on the dog's temperament. Owners receive digital reports with photos/videos through PetPocketbook.
Overnight Care
Professional caregivers stay in your home to provide continuous care with feeding schedules, medication administration, and emergency response. Service includes twice-daily feeding, unlimited potty breaks, and environmental monitoring. Clients receive morning/evening updates through our digital communication system.
Special Needs Care
Certified technicians administer medications, monitor vitals, and manage chronic conditions for senior pets and animals with health issues. Services include insulin injections, fluid therapy, mobility assistance, and dietary management. All caregivers maintain current medical training certifications.
Visit Reports
Digital reports document each service with timestamps, activity notes, and multimedia content. Parents receive real-time updates through email and text, with customizable alert preferences. System tracks feeding schedules, medication logs, and behavioral observations.
Key Management
Secure key handling system maintains two coded key sets per client. Primary set stays with assigned caregiver while office backup ensures service continuity. Optional code entry available for electronic locks, with procedures for emergency scenarios.
People
Dr. Kathryn Kim
Owner
Veterinary-trained professional with 30+ years experience in pet care services. Developed BURT's quality standards and staff training protocols. Member of Pet Sitters International with specialized geriatric care expertise.
Jeff Worswick
Co-Owner
Founded Atlanta's premier pet sitting service in 2006. Developed current operational framework for service delivery and staff certification. Holds bachelors degree in business management with focus on service industry operations.
Questions
How do I make reservations?
New clients text 404-860-2922 for registration. Existing clients use PetPocketbook or text office with service details for scheduling.
Why choose Barking Up the Right Tree?
Licensed, bonded, and insured with 34 years of experience. Provides professional caregivers, digital visit reports, and 24/7 scheduling access.
How do I prepare for a Meet and Greet?
Update PetPocketbook profile, provide two tested keys, and share care instructions. Meet sitter during free initial visit to discuss routines and home specifics.
What payment methods do you accept?
Credit/debit cards (with 5% processing fee) and Venmo. All clients must maintain card on file even when using Venmo.
What is your cancellation policy?
Free cancellations before 24 hours of first visit. Within 24 hours: 50% charge. Arrived visits: 100% charge. Holidays require 7-day notice.
Do you offer special needs pet care?
Yes. Certified caregivers handle medication administration, mobility assistance, and chronic condition management. Contact office for specific assessment.
