Friend. Confidant. Exercise Partner. Cuddle Buddy. Wake Up Call. Our pets are many things to us; most importantly, they’re family members. But, much as we’d like to take them everywhere with us, there are some places where we have to go alone.
At Mad Paws, we’re famous for our quality pet-sitting service. Trusted local sitters have helped us grow into Australia’s leading pet-sitting community – You can leave your beloved pet(s) in the hands of a vetted guardian who will provide them with the extra special treatment they deserve.
But did you know that pet sitting isn’t our only service? From grooming services to doggy daycare, Mad Paws can step in when you’re busy to ensure your four-legged companions never have to feel alone.
How Does Mad Paws Work?
We understand that pets are a part of the family – You can’t take a relaxing vacation without finding the perfect guardian for your pet. Still, if you’re fed up with begging family members or worrying that your friend/neighbour isn’t up to the job, Mad Paws can offer you the paw-fect solution.
We work by connecting you to experienced sitters in your local area, each vetted to ensure they can provide the highest level of care. Not only do we offer a trusted service, we also celebrate the individuality of companion animals and encourage our sitters to provide personalised care plans that you can tailor to create the perfect experience for your pet.
Simply enter your postcode (or search by area) and look at the profiles of sitters in your area. Once you narrow down the candidates to the personalities that match your pet’s needs, you can arrange a meet and greet to check they’re the perfect match for your pet before finalising the booking.
And that’s not all. Mad Paws doesn’t just offer dog services; we can also help match you with sitters to care for cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and birds. So whatever your pet-sitting requirements, we’ve got you covered.
What’s The Difference Between Pet Hosting And Pet Sitting?
When searching for pet sitters in your area, you’ll notice that next to “location,” you can also choose a “service.” Two are “pet hosting” and “pet sitting,” but what’s the difference?
Pet Hosting allows your pet to take a vacation of their own and stay with one of our trusted sitters. The big difference between a Mad Paws host and a commercial cattery/kennel is the level of personal attention and care your pet will receive. Businesses provide a standard level of care to each animal, ensuring their basic needs are met – but when you select a pet host from Mad Paws, you can handpick the right placement for your pet’s personality.
You can choose between cosy and secure properties or open and spacious ones with large areas to roam. Some hosts specialise in caring for one type of pet and may have modifications to the property to house their animals of choice, such as climbing walls for cats or outdoor runs for rabbits. Not only can you select the perfect vacation house for your pet, but you can also talk directly to the host each day with photo feedback and special requests. This way, you can sit back and enjoy your vacation, knowing that your pet is also receiving 5-star treatment.
But not all pets enjoy vacations; some are homebodies who feel calm in their own space. That’s why pet Sitting involves one of our sitters staying at your home. We know how sacred your living space is, so we provide only the highest-quality sitters so that you can rest assured that your home is in good hands.
The benefits of employing a pet sitter are that you can find someone to look after your home (and other living species like plants, fish, and aquariums), and your pets get to stay in the comfort of their home. This is particularly beneficial for animals such as indoor cats, who may experience increased anxiety if taken from their home. Pet sitting means your pets can experience the luxury of being home while having an experienced sitter on hand to cater to their every need.
What Other Services Do Mad Paws Offer?
Mad Paws doesn’t just provide services when you take a vacation – we connect you with the right individuals to create an ongoing care plan and routine for your beloved pets. From walking services to doggy daycare, here are some other services we offer.
Doggy (Pet) Daycare
You wouldn’t leave a child home alone all day, so why would you leave your pet? Our daycare services are the perfect solution to work around your routine and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for someone to add a couple of extra play sessions during the week or you need someone to provide food and care for your pets at certain times of the day or week, you’ll find everything on our website.
Dog Walking
If we had our way, we’d dedicate most of every day to our pups, playing games and taking them for walks. Still, many of us have families, jobs, and other responsibilities that demand significant time and attention.
Sometimes these responsibilities can get in the way of your dog walking duties, which is where our walking service comes in handy. Even if you have time, you might find that you’re exhausted after long days at work, and you would love to find someone to share this task with you so that you can take a night off.
Our experienced walkers are happy to structure their service around your and your pet’s needs, making them the perfect option no matter your circumstance
Dog Grooming
Make sure your dog always has a good hair day with our range of grooming services. Whether you’ve got a long-haired pet who has high maintenance needs or you’re looking for a one-off groomer to prep your pet for a special event, we’ve got you covered. Select from services like a wash, blowdry, nail trim or clip and have your dog feeling like a million dollars.
And you can even find cat groomers or cat spa experiences to provide a luxury experience for other pets.
Dog Training
Training your pup is simple enough in theory but often much more challenging in practice. To get the best results, you want to combine your love and care for your dog with a thorough knowledge of canine behaviours – and that’s where Mad Paws comes in.
We’ll connect you to experienced and professional individuals who can assist you with regular dog trainer practices. Allow your precious pup to play confidently by attending a meet and greet first to get to know your trainer and see if they are the right fit. By following this process, you can relax knowing that your dog is in capable hands and build up a consistent routine to get the best out of them.
House Visits
If you have independent pets who act as companions to one another, you might think that 24-hour care is excessive. Still, if you want to take a long weekend without your pets, our pet care services offer you the chance to have a professional sitter pop into your home a couple of times each day to top up food and water and attend to any other basic needs of your pet.
Mad Paws is much more than a dog-sitting agency; it’s a service that connects animal-loving individuals to ensure that every pet receives the care they deserve. From nail trims to vacations, you can find everything you need to meet your pet’s needs while attending to everyday life’s responsibilities.
