Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Sitting Service in Central New Jersey
At Cats and Friends, we have dedicated ourselves to providing exceptional pet care since 2015. Our mission centers on quality over quantity, ensuring every animal in our care receives personalized attention tailored to their unique needs. We specialize in pet sitting for cats and non-feline companions, offering services such as feeding, walking, medication administration, and emergency transport to veterinary appointments. Our team is bonded and insured, reflecting our commitment to professionalism and client trust. Based in Metuchen, New Jersey, we serve Central New Jersey communities including Edison, Woodbridge, and Cranford, with flexible travel options for surrounding areas. Our clients consistently praise our reliability, compassionate approach, and ability to create a safe, nurturing environment for their pets.With certifications in dog and cat CPR, we maintain the highest standards of care for medical emergencies. Our dedication to exceeding expectations has built a loyal client base that values our transparent communication and meticulous attention to detail. We understand the deep bond between pets and their owners, which drives our promise to treat every animal as part of our own family. Through daily updates and thorough home maintenance during vacations, we provide peace of mind for clients traveling locally or internationally. Our extensive experience with special needs pets, including administering injections and managing chronic conditions, sets us apart as trusted caregivers in the community.
Services
Pet Care
Vacation Care
Vet Visits
Medical Services
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We are bonded and insured for client protection
- Specialize in quality care for cats and non-feline pets
- Certified in dog/cat CPR for emergency preparedness
- Proven track record with special needs pets since 2015
- Daily communication with photo/video updates available
What people say
Goes above and beyond
Excellent communication
Trustworthy
Loves Alicia
Peace of mind
Services
Pet Care
Our professional pet sitting includes feeding, walking, and playtime tailored to each animal's needs. We provide medication administration, litter box cleaning, and environmental enrichment while maintaining strict safety protocols. Clients receive detailed updates and photo documentation during their absence.
Vacation Care
Comprehensive home maintenance services include plant watering, mail collection, and light management. We ensure pet environments remain comfortable and secure while owners travel, with customizable visit frequency and duration options available.
Vet Visits
Professional pet transportation services for veterinary appointments include pre-visit preparation and post-visit care notes. Our certified caregivers safely handle medical transport needs with specialized knowledge of animal handling procedures and emergency protocols.
Medical Services
Specialized medical care includes administering pills, injections, and managing chronic conditions. Our team maintains current certifications in dog and cat CPR, with documented experience handling diabetic pets and animals requiring complex medication schedules.
People
Alicia
Owner
Alicia founded Cats and Friends in 2015 with over a decade of professional pet care experience. Certified in pet CPR and medication administration, she personally oversees all client interactions. Her expertise with special needs pets and commitment to daily communication have earned 100% client retention.
Questions
What types of pets do you care for?
We care for cats, dogs, birds, guinea pigs, fish, ferrets, and other small animals. Our team has specialized experience with special needs and senior pets.
Are you bonded and insured?
Yes, we maintain professional liability insurance and are bonded for client protection. All caregivers undergo background checks and pet first aid training.
Do you provide medical care?
We administer medications, injections, and manage chronic conditions. Our team holds current certifications in dog and cat CPR for emergency situations.
How do you communicate during visits?
Clients receive daily email updates with optional photo/video documentation. We provide immediate communication for any medical concerns or emergencies.
What service areas do you cover?
We serve Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge, Highland Park, and Colonia with regular clients in Cranford, Linden, and Clark. Additional mileage fees apply for outlying areas.
