Tender Heart Pet Sitting

Tender Heart Pet Sitting offers in-home dog boarding in Kaukauna, WI, hosting dogs at the sitter's house rather than in a commercial kennel building. The same business also cares for pets in their own homes, which suits animals that do better staying put while their people travel.

What owners can book

Boarding takes place in the sitter's home, with walks and playtime built into the day. For the in-home visit option, the sitter comes to the owner's house one to three times a day and handles litter box and cage cleaning along with the usual feeding and exercise. Grooming services and a few extras are available on request.

• In-home boarding at the sitter's home
• One to three daily visits at the owner's home
• Dog walking and playtime
• Nail trims and anal gland expression
• Medication administration

What sets it apart

The owner is a Certified Veterinary Technician, so dogs on medication or with medical routines are looked after by someone with clinical training. That credential is the clearest difference between this and a standard kennel run. The home setting keeps things quieter than a facility full of runs, and the number of dogs on hand is limited by what a house can hold. Home security checks are also offered while clients are away, including for people who aren't boarding a pet at the time.

Practical details

Tender Heart Pet Sitting is based at 2101 Autumn Ln., Kaukauna, WI 54130. Reservations are made by phone at 920-810-3422. Hours are 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM Monday through Friday and 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Every pet must be up to date on vaccinations. Full service details are posted at tenderheartpetsitting.com, and the business is active on Facebook.