I'm Meg. I'm 30 years old and I have LOTS of petcare experience. I have been a professional dog walker and pet-sitter for six years during which I've worked with a blind dachshund, a recently-adopted hound-mix who needed to be lovingly coaxed out of her shell, and lots of rambunctious dogs who just needed to expend some energy! Before that I worked at a Pet Resort caring for dogs of all sizes, breeds and temperaments (from Chihuahuas to Mastiffs). And I raised my dog Sunni from 1.5 years old. I grew up with dogs and have loved animals all my life. I know how quickly they become part of the family, so I take caregiving very seriously.
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I recently moved to Ely from Madison, WI and one of the hardest parts of leaving was saying goodbye to all of the furry friends I had made there. I can't wait to meet the dogs of Ely and start making new pals!
Service Area: Ely Area
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Dog walking services are available Monday-Friday.
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For more information, check out the FAQ tab.
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Hi there!
monday-friday Dog Walking
One-on-One Walk
In your neighborhood
30 min
$15
+ $5 for each additional dog
Includes a homemade treat, a weekly report card, a loving friendship, and fun exercise!
*For more information, check out the FAQ tab.
Pet-sitting
Weekend or Extended Stays
In the comfort of your dog's own home
Nightly Charge:
$55
+ $5 for each additional dog
Includes 1-2 walks per day, feeding, meds (if needed) homemade treats, a report card, lots of one-on-one time including snuggles and/or playtime (depending on your dog's temperament), and a fun stay-cation for your pet!
*For more information, check out the FAQ tab.
testimonials
We are so happy that we have found Meg to help us care for our dog, Bruce! She made the process of getting started with her services simple and safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, and I was amazed at how quickly Bruce warmed up to her on their first meeting. She has a welcoming energy and makes treats that he loves! Meg has always been professional, respectful, on time, and most importantly, I can tell that Bruce just adores the time he spends with her - we have seen Meg out on our own walks in the neighborhood, and it’s clear that Bruce can’t wait for his next walk with her! I have never felt worried or out of the loop when I’m at work, as Meg always updates me about their walks with text messages or adorable pictures. I would 100% recommend her services to any of our neighbors or friends! - Jillian H.
We recently adopted our pup Maisie from a local rescue and she was so shy and timid in the beginning. Meg has been caring for Maisie since we brought her home and she has helped Maisie blossom into a brave, playful, and sometimes mischievous pup. Meg is patient and caring, and we always feel great knowing that Maisie is in great hands while we are at work. Meg cares for Maisie as if she were her own pup. We highly recommend her! P.S. Maisie loves Meg’s homemade dog treats! - Izzi B.
I am so grateful to have had Meg as our dog walker for both our past and present dogs. She is warm, friendly, prompt, and my dogs love her! Meg practically raised our current dog Zuke, a Shiba Inu/American Eskimo mix. She started watching him as a puppy and they grew a beautiful friendship. I was always comforted when Zuke was in her care. One, because she was responsible, knowledgable, and caring, and two, because he loved her so much. I knew when I was gone Zuke was hanging out with his bestie. I really appreciated how much Meg enjoyed and was willing to walk Zuke, even in inclement weather. Snow, rain, wind, it never stopped her! It was a gift because Zuke loves the snow and is very active so I am glad she got him out even on those challenging winter days. - Rachael P.
Meg helped me in a pinch and turned out to be a godsend. I recently moved to the area for a new job, and I met her on the Saturday before I started work, and she has been taking care of my two dogs ever since. The peace she gives me is priceless. She is completely reliable, comunicates well, and is now helping out with my sister's pets too. She is a delight to know and my dogs absolutely adore her. One of my dogs is older, and the other is a rescue who is typically shy with anyone new, but Meg quickly won her over and now she loves her! - Randi B.
Meg has been such a blessing. We found her when we were in a pinch and a bit overwhelmed when we first brought our puppy home. She provided just the help we needed so that we could relax knowing that our little guy was in good hands and was getting extra exercise and love during the day. She has always been reliable and professional. Would recommend to anyone in Madison looking for a trustworthy pet nanny! - Brianna M.
Highly recommended to any pet owner! Meg is dependable, trustworthy, and very loving to animals. From the initial meeting, we knew our fur babies were in good hands. We appreciated her interest in our pets' history, as well as the text updates and pictures we received. We especially looked forward to reading her report card of activities while under her care. She truly gave us peace of mind so we could enjoy our get-a-ways. A 5 star service, hands down! - Mary L.
When we were searching for a pet-sitter, we were nervous and felt so guilty about leaving our dogs for a weekend. But as our family grew, traveling with kids and dogs became too difficult, and was frankly stressful for the dogs. After their first weekend with Meg, it was clear they enjoyed their "staycation" without us! They truly haven't ever been more content than when they were with her for a weekend. And we looked forward to reading their report cards every time we returned. The amount of cuddles, love, and playtime they received was more than we'd given them since having our first child! Meg pegged each of our dogs' personalities after her first weekend with them, which was proof of how attentive and kind she was to them. She was courteous and clean when she stayed and she even brought packages inside if they delivered while she was there. We feel Meg is irreplaceable! - Bethany M.
Meg babysat my cat Angel for two weeks last winter. She visited everyday, cuddled with him, and sent pictures and updates on how he was doing. When we got home, there was a full report card waiting for us. We did not have to worry about Angel at all. Meg did an awesome job. She is highly recommended in my book. - Nina L.
My wife and I have two Labrador Retrievers and they are a big part of our lives. I am personally so attached that I find myself missing them before we even leave on a trip. It has been such a blessing to have Meg take care of our boys when we need to leave them behind. My dogs love her, and she always spends time walking and just hanging out with them. Leaving the dogs is so much easier when we know that Meg is with them. - Mark W.
Meg was a wonderful help with our cat, who is usually nervous around strangers but who was calmed by Meg's quiet and friendly manner. We returned after a short trip to a happy and well-fed cat. We would definitely recommend Meg to other cat owners. - Joan B.