Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Sitting Service in Herndon, VA
All Friends Pet Care was founded in 1998 by lifelong friends Pamela Ahart-Steward and Beth Greenberg Cotell, who combined their passion for animals with a vision for exceptional pet care. With over 27 years of experience, we have built a reputation as a bonded and insured service dedicated to providing personalized, reliable care for pets in their own homes. Our team of professional pet sitters serves Northern Virginia, offering tailored services including midday walks, vacation visits, and overnight stays.We prioritize transparency, communication, and trust, ensuring clients receive daily updates, photos, and consistent care. Recognized by Northern Virginia Magazine and Washingtonian as Best Pet Care, we pride ourselves on matching clients with dedicated sitters who treat pets as family. Our commitment to quality has earned us hundreds of five-star reviews on Google and Yelp, reflecting our dedication to pet and client satisfaction.
Services
Midday Dog Walks
Vacation Visits
Overnight Stays
Medication Administration
Plant Watering
Mail Collection
GPS Tracking
Online Reservations
Previsit Consultations
Pet Transportation
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 27 years of proven experience in professional pet care.
- Our bonded and insured team ensures secure, reliable service.
- Personalized previsit consultations match clients with ideal pet sitters.
- Daily updates, photos, and GPS tracking provide complete transparency.
- Award-winning service recognized by Northern Virginia Magazine and Washingtonian.
What people say
Highly recommend
Trustworthy team
Loved the service
Peace of mind
Excellent communication
Services
Midday Dog Walks
Professional midday walks ensure dogs receive exercise, bathroom breaks, and mental stimulation during the workday. Our sitters provide companionship, leash training, and customized routes to suit each dog's energy level. Clients benefit from reduced pet anxiety and property damage while maintaining their pet's routine.
Vacation Visits
Scheduled visits maintain pets' routines with feeding, medication administration, playtime, and overnight care. Sitters provide housekeeping tasks like mail collection and plant watering. Clients receive real-time updates and photos, ensuring peace of mind during extended absences while pets remain in a familiar environment.
Overnight Stays
Overnight services include dinner, midnight checks, and breakfast for pets requiring constant supervision. Sitters stay in clients' homes to provide security and companionship, ideal for anxious pets or those needing frequent medical attention. This service ensures pets receive uninterrupted care during owners' travel.
Medication Administration
Trained sitters administer oral medications, insulin injections, and subcutaneous fluids for pets with chronic conditions. Detailed records track dosages and timing, ensuring medication safety. This service allows owners to travel without compromising their pet's health management.
GPS Tracking
Real-time GPS tracking shows pet sitter locations during visits, providing clients with activity verification. The system logs visit duration and routes, ensuring service accuracy. This technology enhances accountability and client confidence in our care quality.
People
Pamela Ahart-Steward
Co-Owner
Co-founder with 27 years of pet care expertise, Pamela combines operational leadership with a passion for animal welfare. She ensures service quality and client satisfaction while fostering team development.
Beth Greenberg Cotell
Co-Owner
Beth co-founded All Friends Pet Care in 1998, leveraging her lifelong animal care experience. She oversees daily operations and maintains the company's commitment to personalized, compassionate service.
Abby
Pet Sitter
Student pet sitter with experience in puppy training and senior pet care. Specializes in Herndon and Reston, offering personalized attention to dogs and cats during academic breaks.
Alison
Pet Sitter
Retired professional with extensive dog experience, including rescue rehabilitation. Provides senior pet care and medication administration in Chantilly and surrounding areas.
Amy
Pet Sitter
Cat care specialist with 30 years of feline experience. Administers complex medications and provides senior pet support in Centreville and Chantilly.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Herndon, Reston, Chantilly, Fairfax, Sterling, Ashburn, Alexandria, and Arlington. Check our website for specific zip code details.
How do I book a service?
Create an account on our Time to Pet portal, select your services, and complete the reservation. A previsit consultation is required before first service.
Can you administer medications?
Yes, our trained sitters can give oral medications, insulin injections, and subcutaneous fluids with proper instructions from owners.
What is your cancellation policy?
Midday walks canceled before 10AM avoid charges. Vacation reservations require 50% non-refundable deposit with 14-day cancellation notice.
Are you bonded and insured?
Yes, we maintain comprehensive liability insurance and bonding to protect clients and pets during all service interactions.
How do you handle emergencies?
Our team follows strict protocols for urgent situations, including immediate owner contact and coordination with local veterinary services when needed.
Reviews (4)
Julia Santarcangelo
Nov 29, 2021
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Alvin is a great cat sitter. He truly cares and will work thru difficult situations to ensure our pet is well cared for.
Tricia Brown
Jul 23, 2021
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Excellent staff and caring employees. Very easy to communicate with and schedule my walks or pet sitting needs. Highly recommend.
David Huberman
Apr 29, 2021
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I've been using All Friends Pet Care for 3 or 4 years. Pam and Beth who run it are amazing. Fast, responsive, and intelligent. The dog walkers I've had are all 5 star. The online portal makes booking easy. And the dog walkers send reports every time they walk my dog so I know it's been done and that my dog is fine. I recommend All Friends Pet Care very strongly!
Louis Abramovitz
Jun 22, 2020
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We have used All Friends for over 10 years for our pet sitting and dog walking needs. Owners Pam and Beth and their entire team are so customer-focused that we've never had to worry if our pets will be well cared for. It's as though our pets were their own.
