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Safe at Home Pet Sitting

$12/walk
Starting price


Dog size

Responds in about 1 min


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About
I went to school to be a vet assistant at Northcoast in Kent. I opened my own pet sitting business shortly after graduating and have been a professional pet sitter since 2008 and can't picture myself doing anything else. I put passion in my work. I treat every client with the same respect and kindness and every pet as if it were my own. In the past I also worked part time at a kennel for over a year. I have taken care of any size dog from a chihuahua to a mastiff also any age from just born to 18 years old. I am very fit so I can run with the dog or walk at a very leisurely pace. I have experience giving pets medication from pills, liquids, injections(most common diabetic), and inhalers. I am recommended by one of the local veterinarians. I have cared for dogs, cats, hamsters, rabbits, guinea pigs, fish, ducks, chickens, parrots, ferrets, gerbils, frogs, iguanas, and turtles.
Overview

Hired 11 times

Serves Akron, OH

Background checked

2 employees

17 years in business

Business hours

Sun7:00 am - 9:00 pmMon7:00 am - 9:00 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, and Zelle.

Services offered
Walk duration
Dog size

Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs)

Small (16 - 25 lbs)

Medium (26 - 40 lbs)

Large (41 - 70 lbs)

Walk group size

Private walk

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

Very good 4.6

9 reviews

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SUSAN K.

1 month ago

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I was quickly contacted when I made my inquiry. Amber was easy to work with. I felt confident after our meet and greet that she would take good care of my two cats, 4 visits. At our destination, Amber called me to let me know that there was no water coming out of the faucets. I had left three, gallon-sized bottles of spring water, so she used that for the cat's drinking water and to clean their bowls. The house was left in perfect condition, and I am going to ask her to return. Hopefully, our well pump which is only 5 years old, won't loose pressure. Thank you.

Details: Cat • 2 pets • Giving food and water • Changing litter or bedding • Short visit (30 minutes) • Once a day • My home, venue, etc.

Safe at Home Pet Sitting's reply
Thank you so much for the review! I look forward to caring for your kitties in the future ❤️
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Scott K.

Jun 9, 2024

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Safe at home pet sitting is very detail oriented when it comes to caring for your pets. There was constant communication to make sure everything was correct and updates while we were gone. I would highly recommend!!

Details: Cat • 3 pets • Changing litter or bedding • Dispensing medication • Giving food and water • Short visit (30 minutes) • Two times a day • My home, venue, etc.

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WIL B.

May 27, 2024

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Unfortunately she does not work in my area, but she did recommend me to someone that did, and she was just a sweet as Amber.

Details: Dog • 2 pets • Taking pet outside • Giving food and water • Providing companionship • Short visit (30 minutes) • Two times a day • My home, venue, etc.

Safe at Home Pet Sitting's reply
thanks so much for the review! I am so glad it has worked out with the other sitter! I enjoyed our convo your dogs sound wonderful
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Michelle E.

Oct 2, 2024

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Awesome, really helped me in a pinch. Definitely recommend!! Will use again!!

Details: Cat • 1 pet • Giving food and water • Providing companionship • Short visit (30 minutes) • Two times a day • My home, venue, etc.

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Chris W.

Oct 27, 2025

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Respond to messages from potential clients

Details: Cat • 1 pet • Giving food and water • Providing companionship • Changing litter or bedding • Standard visit (60 minutes) • Once a day • My home, venue, etc.

Safe at Home Pet Sitting's reply
I never did any work for him. I was unavailable for the time he requested and he is also out of my service area. I always respond to my clients in a very timely manner as that is the type of service I have always provided for the last 17 years.
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Amber Surbey

FAQs

  • What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

    $12 for a 15 -20 min visit. $15 for a 35-40 min visit. $17 for an hour.

  • What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

    I always set up a meet and greet with a new client to make sure it’s a great fit for everyone. I offer up to 2 free meet and greets before taking on a new client.

  • What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

    I have a certificate as veterinary assistant. I take continuing education courses every 2 years for pet first aid and cpr.