Business Details
Trusted In-Home Pet Care Services in the Capital Region
Capital Area Professional Pet Sitters (CAPPS) is a network of professional pet sitters and dog walkers dedicated to providing high-quality in-home pet care across the Capital Region of Upstate New York. Our members are insured professionals who have been in business for a minimum of six months, with many boasting years of experience in the field. We specialize in services such as vacation pet sitting, daily dog walking, overnight stays, pet taxi, and special needs care, ensuring pets remain comfortable in their own homes. Our mission is to connect pet owners with reliable, trustworthy caregivers who prioritize both animal well-being and client peace of mind. While each member operates independently, all adhere to our standards of excellence, including insurance requirements and community engagement.We serve Albany, Columbia, Rensselaer, Saratoga, and Schenectady counties, offering a vetted network of professionals who understand the importance of maintaining pets' routines. Our members also provide additional services like mail collection, plant watering, and light management to enhance home security during absences. CAPPS actively promotes industry credibility by encouraging professional development and accountability among its members. We emphasize transparency, advising clients to interview and verify references for individual sitters, as we do not assume liability for member practices. Our goal is to elevate pet care standards while offering convenience and dependability to pet owners in our service areas.
Services
Vacation Pet Sitting
Daily Dog Walking
Overnight Stays
Pet Taxi Services
Special Needs Care
Highlights and features
- We require all members to carry insurance and maintain a minimum of six months' operational experience.
- Our network includes professionals with extensive experience in specialized pet care services.
- We serve multiple counties across Upstate New York's Capital Region for convenient access.
- Our members provide additional home security services like mail collection and light management.
- We prioritize transparency and recommend clients verify credentials for individual sitters.
Services
Vacation Pet Sitting
Our vacation pet sitting service allows pets to remain in their familiar home environment while receiving personalized care. Professionals visit daily to provide feeding, exercise, and companionship, maintaining routines to reduce stress. This service is ideal for pet owners seeking reliable care during extended absences.
Daily Dog Walking
Daily dog walking services cater to busy pet owners needing consistent exercise and bathroom breaks for their dogs. Our professionals ensure dogs receive physical activity and mental stimulation tailored to their energy levels and health requirements.
Overnight Stays
Overnight stay services provide continuous supervision for pets requiring constant attention or those uncomfortable with short visits. Caregivers reside in the pet's home to offer companionship, security, and immediate responsiveness to animal needs throughout the night.
Pet Taxi Services
Pet taxi services facilitate safe transportation for veterinary appointments, grooming, or other pet-related destinations. Professionals ensure stress-free travel while maintaining animal comfort and security during transit to and from scheduled appointments.
Special Needs Care
Special needs care addresses requirements for elderly, disabled, or medically fragile pets. Our professionals administer medications, monitor health conditions, and provide specialized attention to ensure proper care for pets with unique or complex needs.
Questions
What services does CAPPS offer?
CAPPS offers vacation pet sitting, daily dog walking, overnight stays, pet taxi services, and special needs care through our network of insured professionals.
How do I find a pet sitter in my area?
Select your county from the 'Find a Pet Sitter' menu to locate professionals serving Albany, Columbia, Rensselaer, Saratoga, or Schenectady counties.
Are CAPPS members insured?
Yes, all CAPPS members carry insurance and must have been in business for at least six months before joining our network.
What additional services do sitters provide?
Many sitters offer mail collection, plant watering, light management, and outdoor bird feeder maintenance at no extra charge during visits.
How does CAPPS ensure service quality?
We require insurance, minimum experience, and community engagement while encouraging members to maintain high standards of professionalism and care.
Can I get references for individual sitters?
Yes, we recommend interviewing potential sitters and checking references as CAPPS does not assume liability for individual member practices.
Reviews (7)
Tom Eberhardt-Smith
Feb 14, 2022
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Went away on vacation and needed pet sitting for our cat, and Empire Pet Care was the perfect solution. Jessica provided excellent, friendly service at every step of the way. Highly recommend!
Flor De Maria Arnold
Jul 08, 2021
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Jessica is wonderful! She helps us enjoy our vacations because we know our kitties are getting wonderful care.
Meaghan Laraway
Apr 29, 2021
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We absolutely had the best experience. We have two quirky dogs and Cierra was amazing with them. The best option by far for grooming - we will never go back to taking them into a pet salon! Thanks Jessica and Cierra - this is such a great, much-needed option for pet owners!
Dawn O'Neal
Mar 02, 2020
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Really great people, Jessica and Ciera are two of my dog Ruby's best friends! Ruby can't wait to see them during the week and will even sit by the door expecting their arrival. They give her lots of love and attention, introduce her to new doggie friends, and really help enforce good walking behaviors. Also like that Ruby gets a mix of play time and walking time every week and daily updates. Complete trust in Empire Pet Care and so happy to have found them!
Liz Nazarian
Feb 07, 2020
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Empire Pet Care, Jessica, gave us peace of mind when we left our 150 pound bullmastiff, Hank, for an extended period for the first time. She met with us prior to our vacation and Hank fell in love with her immediately! She accommodated all of our requests in caring for Hank, and additionally took care of our home by turning on and off lights, getting mail, etc. We highly recommend Jessica and Empire Pet Care! We definitely plan to use them in the future and so happy we can feel confident and comfortable with the care that they provide!
Amanda Bloomingdale
Apr 23, 2019
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We asked Empire Pet Care to check in on our 3 kitties while on vacation for 10 days- Jessica and Rob were great! We received photos and updates everyday we asked them to stop by, which was everyday. Everyone was happy to have them visit! Thank you!
Loretta McNamee
Apr 02, 2019
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Jessica and Empire Pet Care are amazing. By having home visits, our dogs are able to have a stress-free time while we are away. Jessica is great with them and provides pictures and updates during each visit. We would highly recommend using Empire Pet Care!
