In-Home Pet Sitting and Private Dog Boarding in Brisbane for Anxious and Special Needs Pets

Private in-home sitting and boarding across inner Brisbane. Quiet care for anxious, senior and high-needs pets.

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The pets other sitters turn away

Separation anxiety. Storm phobia. A senior on daily medication. A rescue who takes a week to trust anyone. Most of our bookings look like this.

We keep our books small so a sitter can stay close and the week runs the way it usually does.

How we care for anxious and special needs pets →
An anxious dog settled and calm during in-home care in Brisbane

What Clients Say

5.0 5 out of 5 stars Google Reviews
5 out of 5 stars

Our Dachshund, Odie, had an IVDD event 6 weeks before we had to attend a wedding interstate. We immediately knew Ash is the only person who would provide the care Odie needed to continue his recovery. Our baby dog is very anxious but it was clear to us that he felt very comfortable with Ash and he was a happy boy while Ash stayed with him. We're so grateful to Ash and will definitely have her back when we go away again.

Salome Schillack
5 out of 5 stars

I am so grateful for Ash and her team (shout out to Lauren and Makayla) for looking after our little Lola girl. As you can see from these photos, Lola was loved like one of their own by both Lauren and Makayla. Lauren has looked after Lola while we've been on an overseas holiday and we never worried once about her happiness. Both Lauren and Makayla are incredibly organised, trustworthy and thoughtful for our Lola. They always gave us daily updates and photos, which always helps alleviate any worries and made us smile. I would recommend either woman again, and hope everyone can have worry-free trips away like us.

Katie Matlock
5 out of 5 stars

I was lucky enough to find Ash on the dachshund FB group as we wanted someone who has experience with the breed. We have two dachshunds, one who is difficult but it was no problem for Ash from the beginning. Booking was quick, easy and thorough and she was able to look after our boys on short notice. This was their first time with a sitter so I was just as nervous. Immediately on dropping them off I felt at ease and they settled in quickly. Ash provided regular updates and pictures, it was a relief knowing they were in the care of Ash who looked after them so well. Can't recommend her services highly enough and we will definitely be using her to look after our furbabies in the future! If you want the best care for your pets while you're away look no further.

Tamara Arnold
5 out of 5 stars

10 10 10 10's across the board. I have been taking Gia to Ash at Happy Paws Brisbane for a year now and I couldn't be more happier with the level of service Ash has for Gia. Gia is always a very happy girl when I pick her up. We really like the little photo card telling me of Gia's adventures for the day. Would highly recommend.

Colin
5 out of 5 stars

Our elderly pug, Winston, had the best stay with Ash. She made it a breeze for us by picking him up and dropping him off and cared for him so well. We were regularly updated with photos and videos and she even gave him a bath and spa treatment. Ash is friendly, kind and responsive and we knew Winston was in the best of care.

Claire Thompson
5 out of 5 stars

Thank goodness for Ash from Happy Paws! Happy Paws 1:1 care is perfect for our two dogs, especially as they get older and prefer to get all the attention! Bert and Peppa have had their first stay with Ash, and it was a success! Bert decided he was so comfy with Ash, he would sleep on the bed. This is 100% a sign that they were comfortable, relaxed and well cared for!

Bert & Peppa's Family

Some of these reviews were left under our former name, Happy Paws Brisbane. Same team, same care.

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Small books, full attention. Send us your dates and we'll find the right care for your dog.

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Areas We Service

In-home pet sitting across inner Brisbane, roughly 7 km of the CBD on both sides of the river, with a soft spot for anxious, senior and special-needs pets.

New Farm · Teneriffe · Newstead · Hamilton · Ascot · Clayfield · Albion · Wilston · Windsor · Bulimba · Hawthorne · Norman Park · Kangaroo Point · Paddington · Red Hill · Ashgrove · Bardon