Business Details
27 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Pet Care in Frederick, MD
Founded in 1999, Happy Paws has established itself as Frederick County's premier in-home pet care provider. Our mission centers on delivering trusted, high-quality care that prioritizes both pet well-being and owner peace of mind. With over 40 professional care providers and 1,500+ satisfied clients, we combine personalized service with rigorous staff training to ensure optimal care for every pet. Our team undergoes comprehensive background checks and receives specialized training tailored to individual client needs. We maintain industry-leading standards through our membership in Pet Sitters International and comprehensive insurance coverage.Our service model eliminates boarding-related stress by maintaining pets' routines in their familiar home environment. We continuously refine our offerings to expand accessibility while maintaining affordability, with customized care options available for diverse animal types including exotic pets and livestock. Our 24/7 emergency support system ensures immediate assistance when needed, and our interactive client portal provides real-time visit updates for complete transparency.
Services
Weekly Visits
Standard Care
Overnight Care
Custom Pet Services
House & Plant Care
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We provide in-home pet care to maintain your pet's routine
- Our professionals are insured and bonded
- Customized care tailored to your pet's needs
- Emergency on-call manager available
- Background-checked and experienced staff
Associations and certifications
- Pet Sitters International
Services
Weekly Visits
Scheduled weekday visits between 10 AM and 3 PM provide essential exercise and bathroom breaks for pets while owners work. Each 20-minute session includes outdoor time and fresh air exposure. Additional pets receive discounted rates starting at $2 extra per visit.
Standard Care
30-minute personalized visits available 7 AM to 10 PM daily. Services include feeding, medication administration, playtime, and basic grooming. Rates start at $27 for single pets with incremental pricing for multiple animals.
Overnight Care
Professional caregivers stay overnight in clients' homes to provide continuous pet supervision. Services include evening arrival by 9 PM, morning departure at 7 AM, and one complimentary follow-up visit. Rates range from $125 to $225 based on pet count.
Custom Pet Services
Tailored solutions for exotic animals, livestock, and unique care requirements. Services extend to house sitting, plant watering, and mail collection. Custom quotes available upon request for specialized situations.
Emergency Services
24/7 on-call management support for unexpected pet care needs. Available for urgent medical situations, last-minute travel, or unforeseen home emergencies requiring immediate pet attention.
People
Angela Kearney
Owner and Founder
Founded Happy Paws in 1999 and grew it into Frederick County's leading pet sitting company with 40+ providers and 1,500+ clients through dedicated service excellence.
Crystal Stivers
Senior Manager and Billing Specialist
20-year pet care veteran with extensive experience in animal care and business operations, now managing billing and senior management functions for Happy Paws.
Angela Chaisson
Regional Manager and Senior Pet Sitter
Since 2016, has provided expert pet care while managing regional operations, combining hands-on experience with leadership responsibilities across multiple service areas.
Amy Chaisson
Assistant Manager and Marketing Specialist
Pet care professional since 2017, now combining animal expertise with marketing strategy to enhance service visibility and client engagement.
Questions
What services does Happy Paws offer?
We provide weekly visits, standard care visits, overnight stays, and customized care solutions for various animals including exotic pets and livestock.
Do you care for animals other than dogs and cats?
Yes, we offer services for horses, sheep, goats, hamsters, birds, ferrets, reptiles, and other exotic pets with customized care plans.
What areas do you service?
We serve all Frederick County zip codes including 21701-21705, 21710, 21714, 21717, 21754, 21755, 21762, 21769, 21770, 21774, 21788, and 21793.
Are your staff members trained and insured?
All caregivers undergo background checks, receive specialized training, and we maintain comprehensive insurance and bonding for client protection.
What are your emergency service options?
We provide 24/7 emergency on-call management support for urgent pet care needs outside regular service hours.
How do you match caregivers with pets?
We carefully match each professional's skills and personality with your pet's specific needs to ensure optimal care compatibility.
Reviews (5)
Jason Schriml
Mar 25, 2022
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Always professional and reliable. When our cats were alive they were great but as transitioned to non-cat lives they have helped us with our plants when we go away. They do a great job. Been a customer for 12 plus years.
Sarah Dorsey
Sep 10, 2021
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Amazing! Happy Paws Frederick was so professional and thorough from the initial introduction visit and throughout. Reliable and took amazing care of my dogs! I would use them again and again! Thank you so much to Crystal and Angela for taking such good care of my dogs while I was gone!
Kevin Moore
Jun 04, 2020
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We have been using Happy Paws since we moved to Frederick County last year. Our regular walker Angela is a blessing. Our two dogs love her like a family member, and she cares for them as if they were her own. She is always reliable and extremely trustworthy.
F. Cowboy
Jan 02, 2020
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I have to admit, I was a little nervous at first about it, but Happy Paws FAR exceeded my expectations. When we came home from vacation, I could tell the pet sitter did everything I required on my profile and more. Happy Paws went above and beyond for our pet. They informed me everyday about the status of our pet. He got genuine care from someone who had experience with that animal. I am happy with their service and will be using them again! A+ service!
Vicki Booth
May 21, 2019
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I used happy paws for about a year and a half and they really are awesome. They are completely trustworthy in your home (and never judge how messy your house is). My sitter Nicola formed a very loving bond with my dog, and my dog looked forward to her visits every day. If I could leave more than 5 stars, I would. Your fur baby is in good hands with happy paws!
