Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Pet Care Services in Falls Church, VA
Founded in 2015, Happy Tail has dedicated itself to providing exceptional care for pets in the Falls Church area. Our mission centers on ensuring every dog and cat receives personalized attention, safety, and happiness when their owners are away. With a team of insured, licensed, and bonded professionals, we prioritize one-on-one care tailored to each pet's unique needs. Our services include dog walking, pet sitting, medication administration, and a nurturing environment designed to mimic a home setting. We conduct background checks on all employees to guarantee reliability and trustworthiness.Clients receive real-time updates, photos, and texts during each visit, offering peace of mind. Our facility features ceramic flooring, climate control, and stimulating activities to keep pets engaged. We limit group walks to no more than three dogs at a time, ensuring focused attention. As a family-owned business, we combine decades of hands-on experience with a deep passion for animal welfare. Our commitment to quality care has made us a trusted choice for pet owners seeking dependable, compassionate service.
Services
Dog Walking
Pet Sitting
Cat Visits
Pet Taxi
Medication Administration
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 online and phone booking for convenience
- Our team is insured, licensed, and bonded with background checks
- We provide personalized care tailored to each pet's unique needs
- Our staff has over 20 years of combined experience in animal care
- We offer a free first walk for new customers
What people say
Reliable service
Personalized attention
Peace of mind
Professional staff
Pet happiness
Services
Dog Walking
Our professional dog walking service ensures your pet receives at least 30 minutes of daily exercise tailored to their specific needs. We limit group walks to no more than three dogs at a time, focusing on leash training and behavioral adaptation. Each walk includes personalized attention to address individual personality traits and energy levels, promoting physical health and mental stimulation.
Pet Sitting
Our pet sitting service provides a home-like environment with ceramic flooring, climate control, and comforting amenities like fleece blankets and Kong treats. We offer four daily walks, playtime, and 24/7 monitoring with calming music to reduce anxiety. Each pet receives individualized care plans to ensure their comfort and safety during the owner's absence.
Cat Visits
We provide specialized cat visits that include feeding, hydration, litter box maintenance, and interactive play sessions. Our caregivers administer medications as prescribed by veterinarians while maintaining a calm, stress-free environment. Each visit ensures cats receive personalized attention to meet their specific dietary, medical, and emotional needs in the comfort of their own home.
Pet Taxi
Our pet taxi service offers free pick-up and drop-off for boarding clients, ensuring safe transportation in climate-controlled vehicles. We accommodate special handling requirements for elderly or anxious pets, providing secure carriers and minimizing stress during transit. This service is designed to make veterinary visits, grooming appointments, or boarding arrangements more convenient for pet owners.
Medication Administration
We offer professional medication administration services including injections, oral medications, and topical treatments as directed by veterinarians. Our trained staff follows strict protocols for proper dosage and storage while maintaining detailed records of each administration. This service requires prior veterinary approval and ensures pets receive necessary medical care without owner presence.
People
Fiorella Diaz Gambini
Founder
Fiorella Gambini founded Happy Tail in 2015 after a lifelong passion for animal care. With experience dating back to childhood pet-sitting, she combines personal dedication with professional expertise in animal behavior. Her leadership focuses on creating a safe, nurturing environment for pets while maintaining high service standards.
Questions
What services does Happy Tail offer?
We provide dog walking, pet sitting, cat visits, medication administration, and pet taxi services for boarding clients in Northern Virginia.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency services?
While we provide 24/7 booking options, we don't offer emergency medical services. Our focus is on scheduled pet care services.
How do you handle pets with special needs?
Our caregivers create individualized care plans addressing specific requirements, including medication administration and behavioral considerations under veterinary guidance.
Are your staff members trained and insured?
Yes, all our team members are insured, licensed, bonded, and undergo background checks for your pet's safety.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Falls Church, Arlington, Annandale, and Vienna in Northern Virginia.
Do you offer a free trial service?
Yes, we provide a free first walk for new customers to experience our personalized pet care approach.
