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18 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Services in Gainesville, VA
Founded in 2008, Make My Day Please has established itself as a trusted provider of professional pet care services in Northern Virginia. With over 11 years of proven excellence, our team of licensed, bonded, and insured professionals delivers personalized care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets. We specialize in mid-day dog walks, overnight pet sitting, and customized care plans tailored to each animal's unique needs. Our GPS check-in system ensures real-time updates, while assigned primary sitters provide consistent, familiar care.Backed by extensive experience in pet health monitoring and medication administration, we prioritize safety, comfort, and companionship for every pet in our care. Our 24/7 availability accommodates emergency requests, and our deep community roots ensure reliable service across Gainesville, Manassas, and surrounding areas. Committed to minimizing pet stress through in-home care, we maintain rigorous professional standards while fostering lasting relationships with both pets and their owners.
Services
Dog Walking
Pet Sitting
Cat Care
Mid-Day Dog Walks
Overnight Pet Sitting
House Sitting
Litter Box Cleaning
Pet Medication Administration
Emergency Pet Services
Customized Pet Routines
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 11 years of proven excellence in pet care
- Licensed, bonded, and insured for your peace of mind
- GPS check-in and check-out for real-time updates
- Primary sitter assigned for consistent, personalized care
- Available 24/7 for emergency and last-minute requests
What people say
Phenomenal service
Loving care
Dependable team
Peace of mind
Professional staff
Services
Dog Walking
Our professional dog walkers provide tailored exercise routines for all breeds and temperaments. Each visit includes potty breaks, playtime, and training reinforcement while maintaining consistent schedules. GPS tracking ensures real-time updates for pet owners.
Pet Sitting
Experienced caregivers visit your home for personalized pet attention, including feeding, medication administration, and behavioral monitoring. Overnight stays maintain 12-hour supervision while preserving household routines for reduced pet anxiety.
Cat Care
Specialized cat sitters provide litter box maintenance, feeding, and interactive play sessions. Shy cats benefit from assigned caregivers ensuring familiar interactions while daily updates keep owners informed about their cat's well-being.
Emergency Services
Available 24/7 for unexpected needs, our emergency response team handles last-minute schedule changes, pet health concerns, and immediate care requirements. Backup sitters ensure service continuity during unforeseen circumstances.
Customized Routines
Tailored care programs address specific pet requirements including medication schedules, dietary needs, and behavioral considerations. Detailed pet profiles ensure consistent care delivery across our professional team members.
People
Catherine Blake
Owner
Former high school counselor with a Master's in Counseling from Virginia Tech. Founded Make My Day Please after recognizing the community's need for professional pet care. Combines education expertise with animal passion for exceptional service delivery.
Mike Blake
Owner
Prince William County K-9 Police Officer with 25+ years law enforcement experience. Applies animal handling expertise from police work to pet care services. Known as 'the dog whisperer' for exceptional animal communication skills.
Melissa B.
Senior Pet Sitter
Experienced caregiver specializing in multi-pet households and high-energy breeds. Maintains detailed care logs and provides personalized attention to each pet's unique behavioral and medical requirements.
Neil M.
Lead Dog Walker
Dedicated dog care specialist with expertise in canine behavior modification. Implements consistent training techniques during walks while providing real-time updates to pet owners through our GPS tracking system.
Julie K.
Senior Caregiver
Trusted pet sitter with extensive experience in administering medications and monitoring senior pet health. Known for exceptional communication skills and maintaining detailed care notes for each service visit.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We provide pet care services in Gainesville, Manassas, Nokesville, Haymarket, and Bristow, VA.
Are your staff members trained in pet first aid?
All caregivers receive professional training including pet health monitoring and medication administration protocols.
Can I request the same sitter for each visit?
We assign primary sitters for consistent care, but maintain backup professionals to ensure service continuity.
How do you handle emergency situations?
Our 24/7 availability includes emergency response protocols with immediate caregiver dispatch and owner notifications.
Do you care for exotic pets?
Yes, we provide specialized care for exotic animals including reptiles, birds, and small mammals.
How do you communicate visit details?
Daily text updates with photos and detailed care notes are provided for every service visit.
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Reviews (6)
Amanda & Michael Corey
Dec 04, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
Wonderful people that took care of our cat Lucky for a week. We received pictures of him and notes about him every day and he loved them. I recommend them completely.
Wonderful people that took care of our cat Lucky for a week. We received pictures of him and notes about him every day and he loved them. I recommend them completely.
Jean-Pierre Sefczek
Nov 30, 2021
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MMDP is FANTASTIC! The sitters treat our cat as if their own. He loves Julie & Madison has also been great. They are very knowledgeable, caring & experts at giving medication. We appreciate the photos & messages sent while we are away & the notes that Julie writes. Love that she & our sweet kitty "chat" & she sits on the floor with him while he eats. Appreciate the love & caring given him. MMDP is the best!
Amelia Sullivan
Nov 14, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Reliability
Make My Day Please went above and beyond for my family. Our dog has separation issues and they made a point to make sure he was cared for during our trip away. They sent us numerous updates and were very kind, taking care of all of our dogs needs. Ill definitely be using them again!
Make My Day Please went above and beyond for my family. Our dog has separation issues and they made a point to make sure he was cared for during our trip away. They sent us numerous updates and were very kind, taking care of all of our dogs needs. Ill definitely be using them again!
Veronica Hudak-Moe
Nov 06, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
We love Bree and Madison and so does Geordie. We use their dog walking services and there is always a backup when the primary goes on vacation or can't make it. We have never been left high and dry. Very professional and thorough. We highly recommend this company and Bree and Madison.
We love Bree and Madison and so does Geordie. We use their dog walking services and there is always a backup when the primary goes on vacation or can't make it. We have never been left high and dry. Very professional and thorough. We highly recommend this company and Bree and Madison.
Sherri Copeland
Oct 25, 2021
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Positive:Reliability
Our dog loves the staff of Make My Day Please. We appreciate the care given to our dog whether its a daily walk or an overnight stay.
Our dog loves the staff of Make My Day Please. We appreciate the care given to our dog whether its a daily walk or an overnight stay.
Anna
Oct 16, 2021
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After relocating to Virginia in May, we had to find someone new to care for our dogs. We travel frequently for work and came across Make My Day Please as one of our house and pet sitting options. We have used MMDP many many times over the past 6 months for dog walking and overnight pet sitting and have never been disappointed. They take care of our dogs and our home like we would and that alone is enough to make MMDP our forever pet sitters. Their sitters are reliable, professional, and leave our home exactly as we left it. The daily updates and photos while we are away bring this anxious dog mama
