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Drop-Ins

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Quick, in-your-home visits that comfort and care for your pet.

Pets get scared in boarding houses. They will be sad or anxious with you gone, and putting them in a strange environment adds another layer of angst.

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They don’t know if you’re coming back, so, if they can stay at home at least they have comfort in the familiarity of their environment.

We're Here to Help!

20 Minute Visit

For potty breaks, food and water refreshes, plus a little playtime or calm companionship. 

$30

45 Minute Visit

Extra support and enrichment. Ideal for multi-pet households, shy pets, puppies who crave more interaction, and seniors who want comfort.

$45

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All Drop-Ins Include:

  • Potty break or litter box check
  • Fresh water refresh
  • Feeding, as instructed
  • Administering medications
  • Giving love and reassurance
  • A bit of playtime, if able
  • Updates after each visit

All Contracts of Three Days or More Include:

  • Bringing in the mail
  • Watering indoor plants
    (up to twelve – more than that is an additional fee)
  • Turning on or off lights as instructed

Optional Add-Ons

 

More Services:

Pet Chauffeur

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Examples of Service

  • Vet and specialist appointments
  • Grooming and training appointments
  • Daycare drop-off and pickup 
  • Boarding drop-off and pickup
  • Functional Field Trips and Adventure Outings (see Bigger Adventures!)

Optional Add-Ons

  • Check-in at a front desk
  • Sharing your notes and instructions with staff
  • Staying through your pet’s appointment
    to help support and calm them

Long Trips

On occasion, we may be available to drive your pet long distances. For example, if you are flying somewhere, and want your pet with you but can’t take him/her on the plane, we might be able to arrange a ride. This would most likely have to be booked well in advance and would include a non-refundable deposit.

NO FLEAS, please!

  • Inspect your dog regularly for fleas
  • If your dog is scratching, check for fleas
  • If your dog gets in our “limo” and it has fleas, you will be charged a $250 Flea Fee
  • We are very serious about fleas – we do not want them
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... and no PEE

If your pet pees in the “limo” you’ll be charged a cleaning fee equal to the current rate for detailing a car at Xanadu Detailing.

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Pet Chaperone

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Wedding and Event Companion For Your Dog

Want your dog included in your big day?

Our chaperone service provides calm, professional dog-handling support so your pet can join in the celebration.

I focus on your dog while you focus on the event.

What's Included

  • Pre-event planning and coordination
  • Potty breaks, poo pickup, water
  • Calming strolls if the venue allows
  • Help with “dog moments”
    (e.g. walking down the aisle, ring-bearing, photos)
  • Brushing and tidying fur, if needed
  • Continuous supervision

Optional Add-Ons

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