Gaithersburg Petsitting

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32 Years

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Trusted In-Home Pet Sitting Services in Gaithersburg, MD

Established in 1994, Gaithersburg Petsitting has dedicated itself to providing personalized, compassionate care for pets while their owners are away. Our team of experienced professionals delivers tailored in-home pet sitting and dog walking services across Gaithersburg and Upper Montgomery County, Maryland. With decades of combined expertise, including national media recognition and disaster relief volunteering, we prioritize your pets' well-being through consistent routines and individualized attention.

Our services include daily visits, midday dog walks, and comprehensive home security checks, ensuring both pet comfort and client peace of mind. Fully bonded and insured, we maintain partnerships with local veterinarians and uphold strict service standards to guarantee reliable, high-quality care.

Services

Pet Sitting Dog Walking Daily Visits Home Security Pet Care

Details

Year established: 1994

Highlights and features

28+ years of dedicated pet sitting experience since 1994
Personalized care tailored to each pet's specific needs
Fully bonded and insured for client protection
24/7 emergency veterinary access for pet health crises
Serving Gaithersburg and all Upper Montgomery County areas

What people say

Reliable, kind and caring Best in the area 100% confident working with them Cats loved her more than us Deep understanding of pet needs

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Services

In-Home Pet Sitting

Our in-home pet sitting service maintains your pet's regular routine while you're away. Professional caregivers visit your home 1-4 times daily for 30-40 minutes, providing feeding, exercise, medication administration, and playtime. This service includes home security checks like mail collection and light management to protect your property during absences.

Midday Dog Walks

Personalized midday dog walks offer essential exercise and bathroom breaks. Each 20-minute session focuses exclusively on your dog's needs, including leash walking, off-leash play in secure areas, and behavioral observation. Our experienced walkers accommodate multiple dogs from the same household while maintaining individual attention and safety protocols.

Home Security Checks

Comprehensive home security services protect your property during travel. Our caregivers water plants, manage lighting schedules, collect mail, and monitor for maintenance issues. This service includes trash/recycling management and daily property inspections to deter potential security risks while maintaining your home's lived-in appearance.

Emergency Pet Care

24/7 emergency response handles unexpected pet health issues. Our trained staff follows pre-established protocols for urgent situations, including immediate veterinary transport when necessary. We maintain detailed medical records for each pet and coordinate with local 24-hour veterinary clinics in Rockville and Gaithersburg for after-hours care requirements.

Client Familiarization

Mandatory introductory meetings establish care protocols and build pet familiarity. During this 30+ minute session, we document feeding schedules, medication requirements, and behavioral patterns. Clients receive orientation materials covering service terms, emergency procedures, and communication protocols to ensure seamless service coordination before care begins.

People

Rosary Bovello

Founder and Owner

Rosary Bovello established Gaithersburg Petsitting in 1994 and has become a recognized expert in pet care. She has provided disaster relief for animals affected by major storms and maintains personal experience with diverse pets including dogs, cats, and exotic birds. Her expertise has been featured in national media outlets.

Joe

Senior Pet Care Specialist

With over two decades of pet care experience, Joe specializes in dog walking and behavioral observation. He maintains professional expertise in canine exercise requirements and has developed specialized walking routines for dogs with medical conditions. His work focuses on maintaining consistent exercise schedules for pets during owner absences.

Questions

What services do you offer for pet owners?

We provide in-home pet sitting, midday dog walks, home security checks, and emergency pet care services for Gaithersburg residents.

How do you handle pet medical emergencies?

Our caregivers follow established protocols for immediate veterinary transport and maintain 24/7 contact with local emergency clinics.

Are your services available during holidays?

Yes, we operate year-round with a $5 per pet holiday surcharge on major holidays.

What exotic pets can you care for?

Our experience includes reptiles, birds, small mammals, and aquatic pets in addition to cats and dogs.

How do you ensure service reliability?

We maintain backup caregivers and detailed service documentation to guarantee uninterrupted care.

What are your service areas?

We serve Gaithersburg, Montgomery Village, Kentlands, and surrounding Montgomery County communities.

Reviews (5)

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Natalia B.

Jun 27, 2021 Report

Highly recommend! My husband and I have trusted Joe at Gaithersburg Pet Sitting with our beloved guinea pigs for a couple years now. Anytime we have had to travel, even on very short notice, Joe and Rosary have been able to accommodate! Joe has been so great with all the piggies needs while we have been away. Wonderful service, great communication, very affordable! Thank you Joe!

X. Greezel

May 04, 2019 Report

They provide wonderful service and communication with the customer, and will get back to you within a few minutes of leaving a message. They give you an upfront price and come over to meet you and your pet before you leave, and provide you with detailed pet care sheets to fill out per pet. I will continue to be a repeat customer

Amanda Lopez

Jan 22, 2019 Report

We have a 17 year old cat that is on a lot of meds and does not like strangers much. We were a little nervous trying a new company, but we had run out of options. I knew Margo was going to be a good fit for us when she spent hour with us when she did her introductory visit. She took lots of notes and asked a lot of questions. She does a great job with Gabe. He has warmed up to her enough to sit with her on the couch when we are gone.

With his other pet sitters he always seemed a little stressed when we came home, but not with Margo he is a happy, talkative kitty when we walk in the door. I highly recommend Margo with Gaithersburg Pet Sitting.

Pattie Dascenzo

Apr 27, 2017 Report

Your search for the best care for your pet has ended with Gaithersburg Pet Sitting! Rosary and Joe solved all my problems I've had with leaving my cat. She's a rescue cat and sensitive to change. I've been told by so many people that cats can be left up to a week by themselves but I couldn't let mine go without being checked on, daily. That's what GPS does. Joe stops by each day that I'm away and washes and refills all the water bowls, refills the food and checks to make sure my cat is okay.

I don't worry about my beloved cat when I have to travel for work, vacation and many family events. Rosary and Joe have always been great about accommodating my travel schedule, even with short notice. I trust them 100% in my house without me there. Joe gets my mail and brings in any packages delivered. Plus, the price for all this stellar service is very reasonable.

Nigel Ohrum

May 17, 2014 Report

We've used Gaithersburg Pet Sitting on three occasions over the past six months. Rosary run a great operation. Jerry and his wife take immaculate care of our two cats and bunny while we're out of town. They always leave a detailed note about our pets upon returning. Superb service and very affordable. Highly recommend.