Our Rates
Rates are dependent on location, number of pets, services needed, medical needs, and watering of flowers/gardens. Rates are for the average distance in our coverage zone. Areas on the fringes are slightly higher.
Our base rates are listed below, we will be glad to tailor our visits to fit your and your pet’s needs. Our goal is to provide the best care and service for you and your furry loved ones, by keeping your pets happy in their home environment.
We look forward to meeting you and your pets! Please call and we'll discuss your needs and I can give you a rate quote.
Initial Consultation
The initial consultation is a chance for all of us to meet – you, your pets, and me. During this time, we will discuss the services I offer, and such things as you and your pet's daily routine, medications, feeding, exercise, etc.
We will also discuss any other household needs there are while you're away.
I will also go over some paperwork, complete the necessary forms, pick up your key (if that's your desire), and other details.
Daily Dog walking or let out, (1 to 2 dogs): starting at $20 depending on locaton.
This service is great while you're working and have long hours. We will get your dogs out, walk, play, check water, and feed if necessary.
Cat visit (1 to 2 cats): starting at $20 depending on location
3 or more cats, $20-$25 based on the total number of cats, number of cats with medical needs, feeding routine, and litterbox setup.
Cat visits include feeding, watering, playing, companionship, litterbox maintenance, and routine medication.
Vacation visits include. mail and newspaper retrieval, take out trash on garbage day.
Dog visit (1 - 2 dogs): starting at $20 depending on location
3 or more dogs-starting at $20 to 25 based on the total number of dogs, the number of dogs with medical needs, whether fenced yard let-outs or walks.
Dog visits include feeding, watering, playing, companionship, walking or yard let out, and routine medication.
Vacation visits include: mail and newspaper retrieval, take out trash on garbage day.
Homes with multiple or exotic pets: starts at $20 up
Price is based on the total number of animals, the number of animals with medical needs, and the overall maintenance that everyone will need.
Visits include feeding, watering, playing, companionship, litterbox maintenance, walking or yard let out, aquarium feeding, bird or small animal cages, and routine medication.
Birds
Rates start at $20 per visit.
Birds are a specialty of ours, and we'd love to discuss your bird care needs and requirements.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
VACATION VISITS mail and newspaper retrieval, take out trash on garbage day.
WATERING We don't mind doing a few household plants and a few outdoor pots as part of our visit. However, there will be an additional charge if there is more than 5-10 minutes of watering or if water has to be carried far distances.
Additionally, watering is approximately $15 per 10-15 minutes depending on setup.
MEDICAL Rates depend on the individual animal's needs, but generally, there will be no extra fee for routine medications for easy-to-handle pets. Difficult to handle pets or multiple pets may require an additional charge. There will be an extra charge for IV fluids and insulin shots.
Additional medical charges are typically $1-$5; pricing will depend on needs.
PAYMENT We accept cash, local checks, Venmo, and Zelle..
KEY Please note we advise that you keep your keys on file with us; in case you choose not to, there is a pickup and drop off fee of $10 for each trip made.
CANCELLATIONS A cancellation fee will apply if we've already picked up the key at the consultation visit.
HOLIDAY RATES
An additional fee of $8 will be added for each visit on the following holiday dates:
● New Year’s Eve Day after 6 p.m.
● New Year’s Day
● Easter
● Memorial Day
● Independence Day -- July 4th
● Labor Day
● Thanksgiving Day
● Christmas Eve Day after 6 p.m.
●Christmas Day
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St. Charles
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Geneva
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Batavia
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Elburn
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South Elgin
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Lily Lake
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Wasco
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Campton Hills
Tel: 630 513-0443
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