Business Details
26 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Pet Care Solutions
For the Love of Dogs has been providing comprehensive pet care services in Wilmington, Delaware since 2000. Our team of licensed, bonded, and insured professionals offers dog walking, pet sitting, overnight care, and doggie daycare services tailored to meet the unique needs of each pet and household. With experience caring for over 500 homes and 475+ dogs, we combine decades of hands-on expertise with personalized attention to ensure pets receive exceptional care in their own environment.Our services extend to Delaware's North Wilmington, Newark, Hockessin/Pike Creek areas and Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. We maintain rigorous professional standards through continuous training and client communication, including GPS check-ins and detailed progress reports. Our team's collective experience in animal care, veterinary assistance, and behavioral training ensures we can accommodate pets of all breeds, temperaments, and special needs.
Services
Dog walking
Pet sitting
Overnight care
Doggie daycare
Cat visits
House sitting
Pet transportation
Behavioral training
Vacation care
Emergency services
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency availability for urgent pet care needs
- Our team includes certified veterinary assistants and experienced trainers
- We provide GPS check-ins and real-time service updates
- We care for over 500 homes and 475+ pets annually
- We maintain strict licensing and insurance requirements
What people say
Peace of mind
Happy pets
Daily updates
Professional team
Personalized care
Services
Dog Walking
Our professional dog walking service offers 15-45 minute walks tailored to your pet's needs. We provide leash training, weather-adapted routes, and socialization opportunities. Walks can be scheduled daily, weekly, or on-demand with flexible timing options to accommodate your schedule.
Overnight Care
We offer two overnight care options: in-home house sitting or sleepaway camp at our caregivers' homes. Services include multiple daily walks, feeding, medication administration, and home monitoring. Our caregivers stay overnight to provide continuous care and maintain your pet's routine.
Doggie Daycare
Our home-based daycare accommodates 7-12 dogs daily in a supervised environment. Pets enjoy indoor/outdoor play, socialization with familiar dogs, and rest periods. Includes transportation to and from our caregivers' homes with flexible scheduling options during regular business hours.
Pet Sitting
Our pet sitting service includes 15-60 minute visits for feeding, medication administration, playtime, and potty breaks. We offer multiple daily visits with optional housekeeping tasks like mail collection and plant watering to maintain your home's appearance while you're away.
Behavioral Training
We provide customized behavioral training programs focusing on obedience, socialization, and problem-solving. Our balanced approach combines positive reinforcement with appropriate training tools. Sessions are available during daycare or sleepaway stays with experienced trainers.
People
Leah Rowe-McCann
Owner and Trainer
Leah has been caring for pets professionally since 2000. She started walking neighborhood dogs at age 13 and developed her business through passion for animal welfare. She combines hands-on experience with continuous education in pet care and training techniques.
Leslie Acker-Rowe
Administrator
Leslie manages administrative operations with a background in accounting and volunteer administration. She brings organizational expertise from her roles at Winterthur and the Choir School of Delaware, ensuring smooth business operations and client communication.
Courtney Donahue
Certified Veterinary Assistant
Courtney provides medical expertise as a certified veterinary assistant. With over 10 years of animal care experience, she handles special needs pets and medication administration. Her veterinary background enhances our ability to care for pets with medical requirements.
Daniel Rowe
Pet Care Specialist
Daniel has worked with pets since high school, combining hands-on experience with formal training. He provides personalized care while maintaining strong communication with pet owners. His background includes zoo volunteering and professional pet sitting.
Heather Cunningham
Senior Caregiver
Heather brings 25 years of professional experience working with therapy dogs and police K9s. A retired psychologist, she specializes in animal behavior and compassionate care. Her expertise enhances our ability to handle pets with special emotional needs.
Questions
What areas do you serve for pet care?
We serve North Wilmington, Newark, Hockessin/Pike Creek areas in Delaware and Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania within reasonable traveling distance.
Do you care for pets other than dogs?
Yes, we care for cats, reptiles, chickens, ducks, fish, and other small animals with experienced caregivers trained in various pet types.
What are your overnight care options?
We offer in-home house sitting or sleepaway camp at our caregivers' homes with 24/7 supervision, multiple daily visits, and home monitoring services.
How do you handle pet emergencies?
Our caregivers are trained in basic first aid and we have licensed veterinary professionals on staff. We maintain communication with local emergency clinics for urgent situations.
Can I schedule services last-minute?
We accommodate last-minute requests when possible, though we recommend advance booking for guaranteed availability, especially during holidays.
What training methods do you use?
We use balanced training combining positive reinforcement with appropriate tools when necessary, tailored to each dog's specific needs and learning style.
