The Pet Gal: Award-Winning Pet Care Services Since 2009

The Pet Gal: Family Centered Pet Care Since 2009

The Pet Gal is a family-centered pet care provider where pets are not just clients; pets are family. This personal touch ensures that every pet receives the love and attention they deserve.

The Pet Gal has been passionately offering exceptional in-home pet care services since 2009. We understand the anxieties of leaving your pet family members behind. As fellow pet parents, we treat your pets with the same love and attention we give our own. Our 5000+ satisfied clients are a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering top-quality pet care.

What Sets Us Apart:

Experienced & Passionate Sitters & Walkers: Our team of professional pet sitters and dog walkers are not just highly qualified; they are genuine animal lovers who are truly dedicated to their work. Each sitter is carefully vetted, certified in Pet CPR/First Aid, and possesses expertise in canine and feline behavior. In fact, many of our sitters were once clients who were so impressed with our services that they decided to join us!

Exceptional Customer Support: Our amazing scheduling team plays a pivotal role in ensuring our high customer satisfaction ratings. Their passion for pets and customer service, coupled with their experience as former pet sitters, makes them uniquely qualified to understand the needs of both sitters and clients.

Technology-Enhanced Pet Care: While we are a pet care company at heart, we leverage technology to help us maintain our high standards. We utilize industry-leading software, Time To Pet, for seamless communication, scheduling, and payments. We believe open communication is essential to providing pet parents with peace of mind while they’re away.

Our Growth & Commitment:

The Pet Gal’s journey from a single client to serving the Greater Austin Area, Colorado Springs, Kona, and Waikoloa is a testament to our outstanding reputation for pet care and exceptional customer service. We are deeply committed to animal welfare and advocacy. We proudly support local animal rights organizations in the communities we serve, including The Austin Humane Society, Austin Pet’s Alive, Central Texas SPCA, Service Dogs, Luv-A-Bull, Shadow Cats, The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region, Hawaii Island Humane Society, avoCats Hawaii, and many others who share our passion for making a positive impact on the lives of animals.

Our love for pets remains as strong as it was on day one. When you choose The Pet Gal, you can trust that your pets will be cared for like family.

Our Pet Care Philosophy: Your Trust, Our Priority

The Pet Gal provides trusted pet sitting and dog walking services. We believe in building relationships with both you and your pets, ensuring a worry-free experience while you’re away. Unlike mega-tech companies, our family-centered services offer personalized attention and care. Plus, we even maintain a $2 million insurance policy for your pets and home, giving you complete peace of mind.

Our Dream Team: Expert Pet Care By Health & Rescue Pros

Elevate your pet’s care with our team of certified dog trainers, veterinary technicians, and experienced animal rescuers. Beyond walks and playtime, your pets will benefit from positive reinforcement training, health monitoring, and a deep understanding of animal behavior, all rooted in a passion for their well-being

Meet The Original Pet Gal: The Woman Who Changing The Pet Care Industry

Susan AndersonFounder

I worked in telecom, banking, and semiconductors; however, my passion is pets! I quit the corporate world to follow my dream of owning a business tending to the welfare and advocacy of animals. Since I was little, I have always brought home bunnies, cats, and dogs. I spent hours during summer breaks looking for critters […]

Lorraine G.Pet Gal Colorado Springs

Hey there! My name is Lorraine, and I’ve been with The Pet Gal since January 2018. I’m a Texas native, born in the small town of Laredo, Texas. I recently moved to Colorado Springs in late October for a change in pace, I’ve always been an outdoors kind of gal, and Colorado has such beautiful […]

Wanda L.Weddings & Events Coordinator

I was born and raised in Berwick, PA. I moved to Texas in the late ’80s because I was stationed at Fort Hood while in the Army. I have always had a passion for animals, which I learned while growing up on a farm. My husband and I started rescuing dogs about 30 years ago. […]

Tamara S.Pet Gal Tamara Colorado Springs

Hi, I am Pet Gal Tamara. My husband and I moved to beautiful Colorado Springs almost 5 years ago. We have been married for 21 years and have 2 kids, Brenna, 20 years old, and Reece, 15 years old. I love skiing, hiking, swimming, cooking, animals, and most of all, dogs. I have been volunteering […]

Susan S.Pet Gal Hutto

Howdy! My name is Susan and I am thrilled to be a Pet Gal. I grew up in the bayous of South Louisiana but have lived in the Austin area for 20 years. I graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Health Education and love learning and sharing ways to be physically, mentally […]

Beckie K.Pet Gal Cedar Park

Hi, my name is Beckie, and I am excited to be a part of The Pet Gal team! Pet Gals, and Guys, have been taking care of my pups, Ginger, and Pinocchio, for the last two years. I am from Houston, Texas, and now reside in the Cedar Park area. I moved to Cedar Park […]

Jamie F.Pet Gal North Austin

Hello, my fellow pet parents. My name is Jamie. I have adored animals for as long as I can remember. My parents had a cat and dog when I was very young, but my dad was never a big animal fan. As a small kid, I pestered them long enough that they finally gave in […]

Marie M.Pet Gal Kona

My husband and I have lived in Hawaii for 15 years now. I have always loved animals and grew up with quite an assortment of dogs, cats, bunnies, fish, birds, reptiles, and horses. Bird watching has become one of my hobbies and volunteering for AdvoCATS Hawaii, which helps control the feral cat population on the […]

Anally C.Pet Gal Pflugerville

Hello, my name is Anally! I’m originally from Mexico but grew up in Texas. I grew up surrounded by dogs and have always adored animals. I think it’s incredible how much animals can connect and help us in our healing journey. They care for and love us, and we, in turn, should love and take […]

Tiphany M.Pet Gal Waikoloa

Aloha everyone! I’m excited to be a part of The Pet Gal team and be able to take care of your fur babies. The Big Island has felt like home since I first visited in 2005 and my husband and I finally made our dream of living here a reality about 5 years ago. I […]

Kelly O.Pet Gal Round Rock

Hi pet moms and dads! My name is Kelly Oliver. I am originally from Albany, New York, and have lived in Round Rock for the past 18 years. I recently retired after 27 years of being a Juvenile Probation Officer. Before that, I was in the Army working in the Intelligence field. I am a […]

Brian L.Pet Guy Georgetown

I grew up in the midwest and, shortly after high school, joined the military serving in the U.S. Army. I met my wife and fellow Pet Gal Wanda 30 years ago while attending a leadership course in Fort Hood, Texas, and realized our shared passion for rescuing troubled animals. After ten years of service, I […]

Clare S.Wedding Pet Coordinator

Dogs, Cats, Rabbits, Birds, and Bugs, you name it, I’ve cared for it. I have been a natural pet sitter most of my life and recently decided to make pet sitting my career. I worked in a veterinary hospital for the past 2 years to gain knowledge and experience working with all breeds and creeds. […]

Claudia C.Pet Gal Lakeway

Hi, my name is Claudia, and I was born and raised in Lima, Peru. I had the privilege of living on a big property in Lima and being surrounded by many different animals, including dogs, cats, birds, llamas, and snakes. When I moved to Texas, I decided to continue my love for animals; however, it […]

Shelbie C.Pet Gal Austin

Hi, I’m Shelbie! I grew up caring for farm animals, and I have years of experience handling cats and dogs. Spending time with animals and getting to know their personalities brings me joy! At home, I have two kitties who love to play and watch birds out the window. I look forward to meeting your […]

Chelsea C.Pet Gal Round Rock

I’m Chelsea. A Texas Country girl just moved to Round Rock. I’m a full-time Pet Gal and Dog Mom to Jax, my 9-year-old terrier mix. I grew up helping my parents with our cats and dogs, horses, cows, chickens, and more. I love animals and have always cared about their welfare. I participated in FFA […]

Jeff B.Pet Guy Austin

Hey Howdy Hi Y’all! I’m Jeff. Although I’ve lived in Austin for the majority of my life, I grew up in Nebraska; fortunate to have the opportunity to care for a wide variety of animals; dogs, cats, fish, hamsters, guinea pigs, parakeets, horses, chinchillas, and, most recently, bearded dragons. Time spent with animals is my […]

Debbie M.Assistant Scheduling Manager

If there were ever a time in my life when I didn’t have a pet, I don’t remember it! As a little girl, I had a dog and a goldfish. (Probably more than one, but I didn’t know the difference!) As I grew up, I added more dogs, parakeets, and cats. In recent years, I […]

Sara G.Pet Gal South Austin

I was born in London, England but grew up in Montreal, Canada. It was there that I fell in love with horses. I spent every weekend at a training camp learning full care of horses and training to compete in dressage and hunter jumper competitions. After moving to Texas, I continued working with horses, but […]

Tammie B.Pet Gal Round Rock

My name is Tammie Brandon, and animal lover doesn’t begin to describe how much I adore animals of all kinds. I grew up in East Texas. Our family always had cats, dogs, rabbits, and even horses. My family and I moved to the Round Rock area in 2014 from Houston and fell in love. I […]

Laura C.Pet Gal Colorado Springs

Hi, I’m Laura; My first job was landscaping, then housekeeping interspersed with pet sitting and cat grooming. And yes, I mean completely wet and shampooed cats that are then rinsed and towel dried. I have taken care of horses, dogs, cats, goats, chickens, geese, and baby turkeys. I have grown up with cats, hamsters, lizards, […]

Keri SotoPet Gal Round Rock

Hello everyone! My name is Keri and I live in Round Rock. My love for animals has always been there! I grew up always having a family pet and that has continued throughout my life. I have 3 fur babies. Luna and Beau are both beautiful standard poodles (rescues) and Violet who is my senior […]

Jennifer I.Scheduling Manager

The Pet Gal’s first full-time employee, Jennifer, is a Wisconsin native, animal-loving, country girl at heart. Growing up on her family’s pig farm, she had every type of pet in her house from their family dog, Jake, to multiple hamsters, and even turtles! Jennifer remembers weekend trips to her aunt’s house where she would spend […]

Ginger A.Pet Gal Cedar Park

I grew up in a small town in Oregon before moving to Mexico for ten years and finally landing here in the Austin area. I am a very busy mother of three wonderfully outgoing, energetic human children. I have always loved animals of all shapes and sizes. Growing up, I actively participated in 4-h, showing […]

Shelly S.Pet Gal Round Rock

Hello to all my Pet Moms and Pet Dads, my name is Shelly. I’m a proud owner of three dogs I have a 10 pound little Snorkie named Shadow, a Pugalier name Crumpet and an Eurasier named Nanook. All my dogs have been found and rescued. My dog Crumpet only had the ability to walk […]

Jason F.Pet Guy South Austin

Hi! My name is Jason. I am a native Austinite, former small business owner, entertainer, meditator, ordained minister, and animal fanatic! As you might have guessed, I have many passions and interests, but nothing gives me greater pleasure and meaning than giving lots of love and care to animals in need and our clients’ beloved […]

Suzy E.Hiring Manager | Pet Gal Round Rock

My name is Suzy Elledge. My love for pets sparked me to enter the wonderful world of pet sitting and dog walking. As a kid, I grew up with a household of furry friends – from lots of cats and dogs to have had bunnies at one time! I completely understand how much joy pets […]

Kai V.Pet Sitter Pflugerville

Hello, fellow animal lovers & pet parents! I’m Pet Sitter Kia. I spent most of my life in southeast Michigan before my spouse and I moved to Austin, Texas, in 2016! We found that we loved the area so much that we bought a house & settled in Pflugerville in 2017. We currently reside with […]

Sarah P.Pet Gal Pflugerville

Hi there! My name is Sarah, and I am most passionate about servicing pets and their parents. I grew up on a small ranch in Texas and moved to Austin for college. I recently adopted a pup named Ginger, giving me regular opportunities to practice patience and understanding. My pet training tactic is patience, positive […]

Stephen J.Pet Guy Colorado Springs

Hi, I’m Stephen, here to help take care of your pets. I like interacting with animals of all kinds and have experience ranging from aquaponic and smart horticultural systems to working as a paramedic. I hope to meet your pet soon! Pet CPR & First Aid Training

Allison R.Pet Gal South Austin

Pets have always been a huge part of my life. At 12 years old, I started working at my dad’s veterinarian clinic during the summers to discover my compassion for animals. I was born and raised in Sugar Land, TX, and after graduating from Texas A&M with a teaching degree, I moved to Austin in […]

Carla CihlarPet Gal Round Rock

Hi, my name is Carla. I live in Round Rock with my husband and our two cats, Oliver and Snickers, and a rabbit, Kevin. They all keep me busy! Our previous cat, Boots of 16 years, was also special and dear to me. I have always had a love for animals. Growing up, I had […]

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