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Endless Joy For Your BFF. All Day. Every Day.

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Philadelphia Dog Walking and Pet Sitting

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About Us

We're Not Just There for the Easy Stuff​

We love animals! Of course we do. Could you imagine a pet care company where their motto was, "Yeah, we're just kind of okay with pets"? That would be like a restaurant saying they're "moderately interested in food." It's the bare minimum; the basic entry requirement for this job. (Those do exist though, I have been to some restaurants that do seem to be only moderately interested in food).

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Here's the thing: pets are easy to love. We bio-engineered them to be our best friends. They don't steal your identity and rack up credit card debt, or engage you in a lengthy legal battle of grandmom's estate.​

Loving your pet is the easy part of our job.​

We're Here for the Hard Parts Too

What sets us apart isn't that we love animals – it's that we show up for the complicated stuff:

When your anxious rescue dog needs 20 minutes of patience before they'll even put on their harness.

When your perfectly house-trained pup has an "oops" moment and you need someone who won't judge either of you.

When you say you need a "quick walk to the park" but what you really need is someone who understands that today your dog needs extra sniffing time because they seem a little off.

Not Your Average Pet Care

The Real Job Isn't Just Walking Dogs​

Any teenager with a leash can walk a dog around the block. The real job is:

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  • Reading the room – knowing when your usually social pup needs a quieter route today

  • Being the calm presence when your pet is stressed about your travel schedule

  • Adapting on the fly when the "30-minute walk" becomes a "let's work through some anxiety together" session

  • Caring about the details that make your pet feel secure and loved

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We're Pet People, Not Just Pet Lovers

We know and remember your pet's quirks. We're the kind of people who:

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  • Keep emergency vet numbers in our phones (and actually know when to use them)

  • Understand that every pet has their own personality, quirks, and non-negotiable preferences

  • Show up ready for whatever your pet needs that day – whether it's high energy play or gentle comfort

  • Genuinely care about being part of your pet's support system, not just another service provider

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Which Pet Care Best Fits Your Needs?

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CAT/SMALL ANIMAL CARE

We offer cat care, once per day, or in a bundle of two visits per day. A single visit is typically 15 minutes and includes feeding, fresh water, litter boxes, medication, and affection - but longer time intervals are available. 

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DOG WALKING

​Dog walking available at a variety of intervals. From fifteen minutes to an hour. Or, perhaps even, a custom option. No scheduling minimums required. Feel free to schedule several times a week or every few months! 

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PET SITTING / OVERNIGHT STAYS

We have several pet sitting options to choose from - from overnight stays, to multiple check-ins throughout the day. Boarding is not currently available at this time.

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"Highly recommended!"

"Bow Waus did a great job taking care of and hanging out with our dog and cat for the weekend! They even left some really cute polaroid photos behind for us to enjoy. Highly recommended!"

Stephen S. and Blue

What "Above and Beyond" Actually Looks Like​

When we say we'll take your dog on a "walk to the park," we mean we'll take them on whatever kind of experience they need:

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✓ The confidence-building adventure for your shy rescue
✓ The structured exercise session for your high-energy pup
✓ The gentle stroll with lots of sniffing for your senior dog
✓ The socialization practice for your people-loving golden retriever
✓ The quiet, reassuring presence for pets missing their humans

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Because the truth is, it's rarely "just" a walk to the park. It's connection, exercise, mental stimulation, routine, and care all wrapped up in what looks like a simple service.

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Bottom line: Anyone can love pets. We love pets and we're prepared for the real, messy, complicated, beautiful work of actually caring for them.​

That's the difference between a pet lover and a pet professional.

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Service Area

We offer a variety of animal care options that will hopefully suit your needs. Keep in mind, we are a small-team with a limited service area. Our service area is as followed : Fishtown, Northern Liberties, Olde Kensington, East Kensington, Port Richmond - 19125, 19133, 19123, 19134, 19122. Keep in mind, the service area is based on neighborhood, and we may not service the entirety of those zip codes.

PHILADELPHIA PROUD, GO BIRDS

EAST KENSINGTON

OLDE RICHMOND

NORRIS SQUARE

PORT RICHMOND

OLDE KENSINGTON

FLAT IRONS

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Trust the Pawcess :

Your Next Steps to Start Scheduling

Your first meeting with us will be with an experienced team lead. At your next visit, our team leads will introduce our talented staff to your pets and go over everything they need to know. We will make adjustments to our system for anxious dogs.​Additional meet and greets can be arranged with staff at the cost of a visit.

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1. Book A
Meet & Greet

It’s quick and easy! We’ll visit your home to meet your pets, go over how everything works, and make sure all your questions are answered.

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2. Personalized Care Plan

At this step, we will have sent you access to our scheduling app, Scout. From there, you can fill out your pet's profile and start scheduling visits!

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3. Let Us Take It
From There

At your first visit, our team lead will be there to introduce your pets to their new walker. We’ll make sure everyone feels comfortable - and you can expect a happy homecoming!

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SAY HELLO

WALKING HOURS

Monday - Sunday
7am - 11pm​​

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