Pet Sitting

worry-free professional pet sitting with a neighborly touch

How do you know if your pet sitter is following instructions? Keeping your home clean? Actually arriving and departing when you want them to? Making sure they understand when your pet is acting off? These are all the questions we thought of before becoming a business, and what drives all our pet sitting services. Trust and honesty when you need it most, provided by professionals in your home where your pet is most comfortable.

OUR NEIGHBORLY APPROACH:

safety for the pets who are in our H&H neighborhood first, always
open, honest communication (just like we're talking over our backyard walls)
treating the job of caring for your pets and home with the respect and professionalism it deserves, just like we would ours

detailed reports, every time

PET SITTING

From medicated cats to the dog who just wants cuddles the most, we have cared for it all. We treat every animal family member safely and respectfully, all while keeping you communicated with and connected to us and your pet when you're gone.

When you leave town or are away for the day, you shouldn't have to play a guessing game when it comes to the care of your pets. With Hand and Hound, your pets have a team of trained, certified employees who alert you when they're in your home and send real-time updates when they leave. You have access to them or a management team at all times, just like being able to text your next-door neighbor, making your pet sitting experience fun instead of stressful!

PHX Magazine's 2025 Best of the Valley Dog Walkers

winners of PHX Magazine's 2023 & 2025 Best of the Valley Pet Sitters!

what they include:

Our pet sitting visits include all the things to keep your pets happy and healthy, and then some!

feeding at scheduled times and fresh water refills
medication administration if needed (no extra charge)
poop pickup and/or litter box cleaning
playtime and exercise catered to your pet's needs
small household chores like checking the mail, watering plants, and bringing your garbage to the curb — so your home stays maintained
all the cuddles, attention, and love your pet could ever want!

pricing:

price covers up to 3 pets!

30 minutes - $35
45 minutes - $40
60 minutes - $45

GET STARTED!

WANNA BE NEIGHBORS?

it is a little cult-y, thank you for noticing! ;)

Schedule your required, complimentary meet and greet with one of our Office Coordinators to meet you and your animal family, go over routines, and make sure we are all a good fit for each other!

Schedule My Meet & Greet!

PORCH LIGHT CARE

Care that covers the late evening and early morning — like keeping the porch light on for your pet.

With two hours devoted in the late evening, and one hour in the early morning, we provide your animal family with intentional, focused care during the times they need it most. Most pets don't require someone to be a presence overnight, rather they thrive when we are able to give them dedicated, active time with us. We provide all the services they'd get with our pet sitting visits above, plus some added time for winding down and beginning their morning routine comfortably! In between, your dog rests comfortably in their own space, just like they would on a typical night at home.

This isn't less care, it's more intentional care.

what it includes:

that's $10

in savings!

2-hour late evening pet sitting visit AND a 1-hour early morning pet sitting visit
all pet and home care that is included in the pet sitting visits described above

pricing:

$125

GET STARTED!

*if interested in traditional overnight care, please contact us.

"Our cat Cheddar had some prior urinary issues and requires daily medication, which understandably makes us anxious to leave him. Hand & Hound was great with him! We were kept updated every step of the way with plenty of photos. We came home to a very happy boy! They went above and beyond by bringing in the mail and even the recycling bin. We've already booked again for our next trip!"

-Sarah D.

Trying something new! If you want to work with an award-winning small pet business and live in North Phoenix or Scottsdale, we want to meet you! 📣

Come see me for an in-person interview on Thursday, May 14 10 AM-2:30 PM at @cartelroastingco at Desert Ridge Marketplace, no prior application submission needed! We’ll chat, get to know each other, and I’ll throw in a drink if you want ;)

DM us with any questions. Will we see you there??
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get this girl some sunglasses STAT! 😎

Do you ever wonder if your pet is ACTUALLY comfortable with your pet sitter and just want to see their personality come out when you’re away from them?? 🤔

Our real time updates often include (definitely if requested!) videos capturing your pet’s quirkiness so you can see firsthand little moments like this that show your pet being their usual cute self! Their life is too short, don’t miss more than you have to with a pet sitter who doesn’t have systems in place to keep you in the loop, every day every time we’re with them.

Book your FREE meet and greet at the link in our bio if your pet deserves a professional pet sitter! 📆
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if you’re looking for someone who understands cats and is trained on how to engage with them for when you’re out of town, schedule your FREE meet and greet today to get started with us! Link in bio.
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Looking for two types of candidates:

-weekday availability during 10:30 am-2 pm
-North Phoenix and North/Central Scottsdale locations!

Apply at the link in our bio, we can’t wait to meet other pet people :)
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We avoid the word “watch” at Hand and Hound, because that’s not what we do. We CARE for your pets. 💝

We tell you exactly what they’re up to, how they’re feeling, what activities we’ve done with them, funny moments, improvements we’ve witnessed, send suggestions to better their experience, and so much more!

If you’re ready to make the switch to a professional pet sitting service that doesn’t just do the bare minimum, book a FREE meet and greet today via the link in our bio! Spots are filling up for summer, and we’d love you to join our neighborhood. 🏡🐶🐈
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Head comparison with our big bear German Shepherd Sirius and our dog walker Tonya! 🖤

Sirius is one of our biggest boys we care for and we walk him in the morning when his parents are busy with work! He scares everyone when we walk him, but he’s a gentle giant and our staff loves him 🥰

Got a big dog you’re always worried that someone has the skill to handle? We train in leash skills and dog body language, so all our staff can love alllll the dogs! Schedule a FREE meet and greet today to book your summer pet sitting or dog walks, slots are filling up!
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Darcy and I took a little day trip up to Cave Creek for a change of scenery and a work break! 🌵

I loved spending time with her, practicing our training, and having our refreshments together 🥰🧋💧

Thank you to @toruspet for gifting us their new beautiful taupe MAXI bowl and the bougie insulated tote so Darcy can enjoy fresh water wherever we are in true Queen style.

Use code ‘HandH’ at checkout for 10% off your order and an automatic 20% off of their bundles!
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It’s time to reserve your pet sitting spot with us for the summer! ☀️🍉⛱️

Don’t be on your phone stress texting your pet sitter hoping for a response on your relaxing vacation this summer. Get real time updates from us sent directly to your phone with detailed reports and LOTS of photos of happy dogs. Look forward to your pet sitter spending time with your dog instead of stressing.

If you want to do vacationmaxxing (yes? no? are we into this?? 😂) right, book your FREE meet and greet today to get started!
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This isn’t a business that is ashamed anymore. We make intentional choices with pets and pet parents in mind because we are a team of just that, dedicated pet parents.

I know what it means to let someone in and trust them with your pets, and it’s not just a vibe, it’s our practices behind the scenes and our protocols.

Comment ⭐️”GUS”⭐️ to have us send you a link to schedule your complimentary meet and greet. We’d love to get to know you and your animal family.

📸: professional photos by @steviephoto.co
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Do not let a nervous dog parent see this. 😰

Every animal in the house, hanging out in the same room, on the same couch, with your pet sitter. Safe, secure, loved, and given undivided attention. This is what you get when you switch from hobby pet sitters to professional pet sitters. There’s no need to be the “nervous dog parent” anymore! ✋

Have you been nervous to trust anyone in your home with your animal family?? Let us know in the comments what your biggest fears are and we’ll tell you how to find someone you love to care for your babies!
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It’s that time!!! We are honored to be nominated for @phxmagazine 2026 Best of the Valley Pet Sitters/Dog Walkers! 🌵🐾

As the incumbents, we are hoping for another win this year so we can keep providing the BEST pet care in Phoenix! 📢

Please vote daily at the link in our bio or check out our stories daily for a reminder link! If you send us a screenshot via DMs (with the date visible please), every vote will be entered for a chance to win a water bowl from our favorites at @toruspet (bought by us)!

Let’s do this thing!!
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Don’t let the flowers fool you, Penelope is a little hellion and we love her so much 🌸

Do you have a high energy breed and need someone to see them throughout the day while you work? We’d love to help! From energy-burning walks to puzzle enrichment time during the heat, your dog needs exercise about every 6 hours.

Schedule your FREE meet and greet today to get to know us! Link to our website in our bio.
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📣New Live-In Service for just $2 an hour to have a WHOLE person stay at YOUR home with YOUR pets and do nothing else in their lives while they’re there! Just $50 for 24 hours, and making sure you step in for all the fun parts of their lives. Pretty good, right?!

APRIL FOOLS FRIENDS! If you know anything about us and our business, you’ll know we do not offer this service, but I did this type of pet sitting for YEARS. Guess what I got out of all that time spent at one person’s home at one time with their pet for $50/day (usually not even that)?? Debt. I go debt and was killing myself for less than minimum wage.

We have had many people come to our events and tell me to my face we’re too expensive. If you are not paying your pet sitter at LEAST minimum wage per hour, a few things will happen:

1. They will not last as a pet sitter for long. Whether it’s because they’re in school and moving on from the low paying pet sitting work, or they are not making enough as a solo business and have to move to a different career.
2. They will be doing other things to try to make money, and not giving your pet 100% focus.
3. They will not have the money to train themselves on pet care in case something happens to your pet when you’re gone.
4. They will grow resentful and it will be reflected in care.
5. They won’t have the money to invest in insurance or anything that helps when there’s an emergency.

I know pet sitting has been a hobby job to a lot of people (including myself), but until we start paying people their worth or training our dogs to be okay by themselves for a few hours at a time, we will continue to see horror stories of bad pet sitters.

Let me know your thoughts below, I know it’s nuanced, and I’d love to talk!
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Clap if you’re against….it. 👏

If you invest in your local pet sitting or dog walking business instead of investor-owned apps with no training, I promise the care will be better in the long run.

Looking for a change for you and your animal family so you don’t worry about pet care and unexpected stressors? That’s what we’re here for! Schedule your FREE meet and greet today to get to know us! Link in our bio :)
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Did you know bulldogs are some of the most common dogs we see here in Phoenix?? We love our brachycephalic underbite weirdos 🥰

📸: our amazing sitter Nai, and the bulldog girlie is Rosie Bear!
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Leash pulling is one of the most common complaints we hear from pet parents. If you can’t go on a relaxing, energizing walk with your dog, you’re not going to get out with them at all!

No matter the age or how bad it is, your dog IS able to be trained to walk well on a leash so you both can enjoy being out together and getting to know your neighborhood 🐕‍🦺👟🏠

If you’re struggling with your dog pulling on the leash and you dream of a walk where you aren’t jerked or strained, we can make that dream a reality. Our training programs cover this vital skill, so book a consultation with us today!
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Do you know my story??

I’ve been pet sitting since middle school by myself, but in 2020, my soul cat got sick and passed within 4 days at just 5 years old. 💔

It got me thinking…what if I had been on vacation when this happened? No one should worry about a pet sitter noticing changes in your pet that happen quickly, no one should have to worry about whether or not their pet sitter will take action immediately and let you know in a timely manner, and potentially to be there when shit hits the fan while you’re away.

I’ve dealt with the worst, and I can tell you I couldn’t live with myself if I didn’t build a team that had training to notice and understand these things, and have protocols in place to handle anything.

Use a professional pet sitting service YOU connect with and who offers you true peace of mind, not just hope that it will be okay. A business that wouldn’t let themselves continue if they couldn’t promise this.

Want a different pet care experience and live in Phoenix or Scottsdale? Book your FREE meet and greet with us today to see the difference! 📖
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Noodle snoots. Hose goats. Long necks. Snorf sucker. Giraffe paws. 🍝🐐🦕🦒

Their names are Luke and Theo, but our team has lots of nicknames for these two that we see every week while their dad is at work. 😂 What else can we call these silkie beauties?? Let us know your ideas in the comments!
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Too hot to walk? 🥵 Too tired in the morning to get out early with your dog? 😴 Let us do it instead! Book 3 recurring walks per week and get 10% off TODAY!

*we stop walks when it hits 90°F and supplement with enrichment inside. Usually we’re safe to do walks in the morning until June so book today! ☀️
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Hand and Hound but make it late 90’s J. Crew catalogue 🏉🐶

Want a pet sitter who gives you that casual vibe, but with training to back their expertise up? Call us today and never look back.

📸: @steviephoto.co
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Thinking about your dog while you’re supposed to be working? Rodeo wants you to know you can book us for weekly midday visits and get heart eyes-worthy updates like this straight to your phone 🥰

Happy dogs, guaranteed!
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We noticed he was facing away from the bird and then it got even more stupid than that…

Bird feeders, entertainment for the whole family is many ways 😹
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All right, folks, we’re trying this thing again, this time on a Sunday! Join us this weekend for some FREE donuts from Rainbow Donuts and coffee from @cartelroastingco while we walk dogs and yap! 🍩☕️🐶👟

Our Certified Dog Trainer Emma @heeltheminddogtraining will be ready to talk any questions you have about training, listen to your dog woes, and prep for a hot summer stuck inside. Our walks are always a fun time when we can get the numbers, so we hope to see you there with your pup.
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Join us as we walk Tex, one of our regular dog walking buddies! Tex used to be very nervous around new people, but he’s made huge strides with our trainer and with consistent services.

Do you struggle to find care for your anxious dog? Set up recurring dog walking services with us to help them get used to meeting new people!
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Are you looking to divest your money from billionaires in an easy way? 💸

Did you know there’s a whole network of pet professionals in your city ready to provide your animal family with the best care? Add Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, and Dog Training under your locally-provided services and find a caretaker you trust and who upholds standards in an unregulated industry!

Link in our bio to work with us and we’ll take care of you, your pets, and your home. 👋🐶
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‼️FREE Veterinary Emergency Authorization Form at the link in our bio‼️

Don’t go on vacation without thinking through anything that might happen with your pet while you’re gone. Animals hide illness and accidents can happen at the blink of an eye. Veterinary offices often have strict limits on decisions they can make without hearing from the pet parent.

Make sure your pet sitter has the authority to seek medical care for your pet if they cannot get ahold of you with our Veterinary Emergency Authorization Form. Don’t regret not taking the time.
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Your pets are your everything. Community pets are our everything. YOUR pets are our everything. We wouldn’t be here without you and your animal families that we have the privilege of sharing our time with. Be sure you make the right decision when it comes to enriching their lives.

If you’re sick of worrying about finding a pet sitter or trusting one…you only need to try us once to understand our company mission. Book that first dog walk or pet sitting visit. You won’t regret it.
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Happy Professional Pet Sitters Week™️!

This week, we celebrate the profession that is way more than just hanging out with pets. We are your pets’ family when you are not there, their caretakers and their enrichment coaches!

Take this week to thank your professional pet sitter for upholding the global standards @petsittersinternational set in place by clicking the link in our bio and learning about all that goes into being a professional in a space that is widely unregulated. Work with a professional pet sitting business, and reap the rewards!

Shout out what the best thing about your professional pet sitter is in the comments! Bonus if it’s us 😉

📸: @steviephoto.co
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Pet Sitting

worry-free professional pet sitting with a neighborly touch

OUR NEIGHBORLY APPROACH:

PET SITTING

what they include:

pricing:

30 minutes - $35 45 minutes - $40 60 minutes - $45

WANNA BE NEIGHBORS?

PORCH LIGHT CARE

what it includes:

pricing:

$125

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30 minutes - $35
45 minutes - $40
60 minutes - $45