The Pied Puppers

Pet care for dogs and cats in Santa Barbara

Dog walks, drop-in visits for dogs and cats, and overnight stays from Chase and Madeleine. Every new client starts with a free meet and greet, so your pet knows us before we start.

A golden retriever and a big shaggy dog touching noses in a sunny field A fluffy cream-and-gray cat and a black long-haired cat lying together on the floor

Services and rates

Pick a visit length that fits your pet's routine and your schedule.

Dog walks

A private walk just for your dog, or dogs from the same household. Exercise, water, and a quick report when we're back.

30 min: $2760 min: $42

Drop-in visits for dogs and cats

Feeding, fresh water, a litter box clean or potty break, play and company while you're at work or away. Dogs and cats get the same care at the same rate.

30 min: $2760 min: $42

Overnights at your home

We stay at your home with your pets and look after the house. We keep your routine for meals, walks and bedtime.

$115 per nightSecond pet free

Overnights at our home

Your pet stays with us overnight and follows the routine you give us for meals, play and bedtime.

$80 per nightLimited spots

A second dog on a walk is +$5, and a second pet on an overnight is free. Holidays are +$10 per visit. Walks and visits can be cancelled free until 3pm the day before. Overnights need a 50% deposit and can be cancelled free more than 7 days ahead.

Satisfied Puppers and Beyond

Dogs and cats of every size and temperament, plus the occasional pig on a harness.

An English bulldog looking up at the camera with one tooth showing A sphynx cat relaxing on a blue couch A blue French bulldog with big upright ears A gray-and-white tabby cat winking A small white and brindle terrier on a leash looking up at its walker Madeleine in a sun hat walking a harnessed cat through a forest, seen through a hollow log A scruffy gray dog in a red collar with its face tilted up to the sun Madeleine in a straw hat holding a gray tabby cat in her arms Chase lying in the grass while several dogs gather around him A small pig in a yellow harness standing on beach rocks A dog and a pig touching noses A small black pig resting its chin in a hand

How it works

  1. Tell us about your pet

    Send a request with your dog's or cat's name, age, routine and anything we should know.

  2. Meet and greet

    We come to your home, meet your pet, and go over your schedule, keys and house rules. No charge.

  3. Book your visits

    Choose one-off or recurring walks, drop-ins or overnights, and we put them on the calendar.

What you get at every visit

  • Photos and notes as it happens

    At each visit we post photos and notes on bathroom, health and play to your client portal, so you know how your pet is doing.

  • GPS clock-in, if you want it

    We can clock in and out of your home with a GPS app, so you can see exactly when we arrive and leave.

Where we work

Based in Santa Barbara. Walks and visits within these areas:

  • Santa Barbara
  • Montecito
  • Goleta
  • Summerland
  • Carpinteria

About us

Chase smiling while a white cat rests against his cheek Madeleine smiling with a coffee, wearing a pet backpack carrier

Chase has cared for dogs professionally since 2017, including time as a dog handler and van driver at a dog camp and four years at a veterinary hospital front desk.

Madeleine has a gift for becoming every pet's favorite sitter. She learns each animal's quirks, earns the shy ones' trust, and forms the kind of bond that has them waiting at the door. With more than ten years in customer service, she also handles scheduling and client care.

We're a two-person team, so you always know who is showing up at your door.

Questions

Do I have to meet you first?

Yes, and it's free. We visit your home, meet your pet, and go over your routine and house rules before any booking.

Who will be caring for my pet?

Chase or Madeleine. We're a two-person team, so you always know who is coming to your door.

How will I know how the visit went?

We post photos and notes on bathroom, health and play to your client portal at each visit. If you want, we also clock in and out with a GPS app so you can see when we arrive and leave.

Do you charge extra for a second pet?

A second dog on a walk is +$5. On overnights, a second pet is free.

What about holidays?

Holidays are +$10 per visit.

What is your cancellation policy?

Walks and visits can be cancelled free until 3pm the day before. Overnights need a 50% deposit and can be cancelled free more than 7 days ahead.

What hours and areas do you cover?

7am to 7pm, every day, in Santa Barbara, Montecito, Goleta, Summerland and Carpinteria.

Get in touch

Schedule a free meet and greet, or send us a question. We reply within one business day. Prefer to talk? Call or text (805) 448-7999.

Area
Santa Barbara, CA
Hours
7am to 7pm, every day
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