Business Details
14 Years
experience
Professional Cat & Small Animal Pet Sitting Services
Founded in 2012, Thoughtful Paws Pet Care was established to provide compassionate, reliable care for cats and small animals in the comfort of their own homes. Our team of dedicated animal lovers brings years of hands-on experience in pet care, including specialized medical support such as administering medications, insulin injections, and subcutaneous fluids. We serve Somerville, Cambridge, Arlington, Burlington, parts of Belmont, Dorchester, and West Medford, prioritizing the safety and well-being of every pet entrusted to us.As a fully insured and bonded service through Pet Sitters Associates, we emphasize transparency, consistent communication via email and photo updates, and personalized attention to meet each pet's unique needs. Our commitment to excellence has earned the trust of over 400 clients, and we continue to grow while maintaining the same passion that inspired our founding.
Services
Cat Sitting
Small Animal Care
Medication Administration
House Plant Watering
Key Management
Holiday Services
Pet Transport
Post-Surgical Monitoring
Client Communication
Severe Weather Planning
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 12+ years of specialized cat and small animal care experience
- Our team provides medication administration with case-by-case assessments
- We maintain consistent caregiver assignments for pet familiarity
- We offer real-time updates with photos during each visit
- Our service includes house plant watering and key management systems
Associations and certifications
- Pet Sitters Associates
Services
Cat Sitting
Professional in-home cat sitting with customized visit frequency options. Our caregivers provide feeding, litter box maintenance, playtime, and health monitoring. Clients choose between one or two daily visits to ensure their cats receive appropriate attention and care while owners are away.
Small Animal Care
Specialized care for guinea pigs, rabbits, and other small animals. Services include habitat cleaning, feeding, health checks, and medication administration when needed. Our trained staff understands the unique needs of these pets and maintains consistent visit schedules to minimize stress.
Medication Administration
Professional medication management for cats requiring pills, insulin injections, or subcutaneous fluids. Each case undergoes individual assessment to ensure safe administration. We maintain detailed records and communicate directly with owners about any challenges or concerns during treatment.
House Plant Watering
Indoor plant care service to maintain your home's appearance during absences. Our caregivers water houseplants according to specific instructions, helping preserve your living environment while you travel. This service is available for an additional $810 per visit.
Key Management
Secure key storage and access management system using coded lock boxes. We recommend leaving a key for reliable service access, with $10 fees applying for special key pickup/dropoff visits. This ensures uninterrupted care even during unexpected schedule changes.
People
Jess
Owner & Founder
Founded Thoughtful Paws Pet Care in 2012 after years of volunteering at animal shelters. With lifelong experience caring for cats and dogs, Jess brings deep expertise in pet health management, including medication administration. She resides in Arlington with five rescue cats and continues to lead daily operations.
Devin
Senior Cat Sitter
Joined TPawz in 2012, providing full-time cat care services. Specializes in medical pet support and rescue operations. Active in feral cat rescue programs through the Animal Rescue League, Devin brings extensive hands-on experience with special needs cats and medication administration protocols.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve Somerville, Cambridge, Arlington, Burlington, parts of Belmont, Dorchester, and West Medford.
Do you care for animals other than cats?
Yes, we care for small animals like guinea pigs and rabbits, but do not offer dog services.
How do you handle medication administration?
We administer pills, injections, and fluids with case-by-case assessments, charging $5 per dose.
What's your holiday policy?
Holiday visits (Thanksgiving to New Year's) require 3 weeks' notice and incur a $12 surcharge per visit.
How do you communicate during visits?
We provide email/text updates with photos whenever possible to document your pet's well-being.
