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26 Years
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Emergency
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Professional Pet Sitting Services in Palm Harbor, FL
Comforts of Home Pet Care has been providing dependable, professional pet sitting services in Northern Pinellas County since 2000. Founded by lifelong animal lover Maria Alfaro, our business specializes in maintaining pets' routines within the comfort of their own homes. We are certified by the American Red Cross in Pet CPR and First Aid, and maintain insurance and bonding for client security. Our team offers personalized care for dogs, cats, small caged animals, birds, and even farm animals. With membership in Pet Sitters International and local professional networks, we combine industry expertise with compassionate service.Our services include medication administration, pet taxi transportation, and home care services like plant watering and mail collection. We serve clients across Northern Pinellas County, including Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs, and East Lake. Our 24/7 availability ensures peace of mind for pet owners facing emergencies or holiday travel. Through our referral program and flexible scheduling options, we strive to make quality pet care accessible and convenient.
Services
Pet Sitting
House Sitting
Medication Administration
Pet Taxi
Pet Shopping
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of professional pet sitting experience in Northern Pinellas County
- Certified in Pet CPR and First Aid by the American Red Cross
- Personalized care maintaining pets' familiar routines at home
- Insured, bonded, and member of professional pet sitting associations
- Free introductory consultation and key retention program for convenience
Associations and certifications
- American Red Cross
- Pet Sitters International
- Tampa Bay Professional Pet Sitters Network
- Pet Sitters Associates, LLC
What people say
Reliable and trustworthy
Excellent with pets
Attentive to details
Peace of mind
Personalized care
Services
Pet Sitting
Our professional pet sitting service maintains your pet's routine in their familiar home environment. We provide feeding, litter box cleaning, medication administration, and playtime during 20-30 minute visits. Certified caregivers handle dogs, cats, small animals, birds, and exotic pets with equal expertise.
House Sitting
While caring for your pets, we also maintain your home's security. Services include mail collection, garbage can management, plant watering, and light adjustments. Digital documentation with same-day emailed photos proves home activity for insurance purposes during extended absences.
Medication Administration
Certified caregivers safely administer medications and injections following strict protocols. We maintain detailed records and communicate directly with veterinarians when needed. Specialized training ensures proper handling of both routine and emergency medical situations for pets requiring extra care.
Pet Taxi
Our pet transportation service handles veterinary visits and grooming appointments. We safely transport pets to scheduled appointments and wait for their completion. This service eliminates the need for special arrangements while ensuring pets arrive stress-free and on time for their appointments.
Pet Shopping
We handle pet-related shopping needs including food, medication, and supplies. Leave a list and payment, and we'll complete purchases during our service area routes. This convenient service ensures pets never run out of essentials while maintaining their specific dietary requirements and preferences.
People
Maria Alfaro
Owner & Lead Pet Caregiver
Maria Alfaro founded Comforts of Home Pet Care in 2000 after discovering her passion for professional pet sitting. Certified in Pet CPR and First Aid, she brings decades of experience caring for diverse animals. Her personal approach combines professional expertise with genuine love for animals.
Questions
What types of pets do you care for?
We care for dogs, cats, small caged animals, birds, reptiles, and even farm animals. Our certified caregivers handle special needs pets requiring medication administration.
How do you handle emergency situations?
We provide 24/7 emergency response with immediate notification to owners. Certified in Pet CPR and First Aid, we coordinate with local veterinarians for urgent medical care when needed.
What areas do you service?
We serve Northern Pinellas County including Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs, East Lake, Oldsmar, and East Countryside. Contact us for specific location confirmation.
How are visits scheduled?
Book through our reservation system with at least two weeks' notice recommended. Emergency appointments are accommodated when possible with 24-hour cancellation policy.
What security measures do you provide?
We offer insured, bonded service with documented visits including digital photos. Our key retention program ensures secure home access while maintaining detailed service records.
How are medications administered?
Certified caregivers follow strict protocols for medication administration. We document each dose and maintain communication with owners and veterinarians for accurate medical care.
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Reviews (4)
Kimberly Clarkson
Apr 23, 2022
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Maria has been great walking and pet sitting our Boston Terriers. She has worked very hard with my male to gain his trust. He is very scared of new people. We appreciate her services.
Susan Layton
Feb 26, 2022
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Maria Alfaro (Comforts of Home Pet Care) is the Best! She is reliable- friendly- trustworthy- caring and more! . We know our pets are in very good hands and well-cared for! We always feel confident when trusting our pets with Maria!
Lisa Ferris
Feb 16, 2022
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Maria takes care of my cats and does a wonderful job! She indulges me by sending me photos every day of my fur babies:. she has dealt with special food for one kitty as well, which can be a pain. I trust her with my babies. Highly recommended!
Kasey Kobs
Jan 29, 2022
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Maria is very reliable and responsive - and she clearly loves our dog! I highly recommend her to care for your pet.
