Jeffpet

dog walking services

Problems relating to excessive barking, destructiveness, frustration, anxiety, fearfulness, inappropriate elimination, obsessive-compulsive disorder and aggression can almost always be significantly improved and often eliminated by meeting your dog's essential daily requirement of exercise and socialization.

Biscuit is retrieving a soft-bite frisbee at Hawksnest Pond in Harwich.

You will be amazed by how simple exercise can improve the quality of your life by transforming your pet into a much more relaxed and satisfied companion. We offer two exercise options.

one hour walk

Your best friend will get plenty of vigorous exercise and returned home a pooped and happy pooch! We'll take your pet to Thompson's Field or Hawksnest Conservation Area in an air conditioned vehicle for a FULL HOUR of socialization, running and playing.

For the high-energy breeds this option is more than an attractive alternative to the crowded and boring doggy daycare center.

One dog ($20)
Two dogs ($25)
Three dogs ($30)

20-minute walk

An on-leash stroll around your neighborhood is the perfect supplement to an existing exercise routine, or ideal for the less active pooch. These walks are available as late as 11:00 pm.

One to two dogs ($15)
Three dogs ($20)

grooming by appointment

drop-off ~ pickup and delivery ~ in home

With our standard dog grooming we include thinning of excess undercoat, full brush out, full dematting, sanitary areas tidied, trimming between pads, filing of nails, shampoo and conditioner, blow dry, gland expression, trimming and cleaning of ears, and a light outline trim. Bookings are essential to give us plenty of time to groom your pet to the professional standard you deserve.

short/medium hair, single coat:

$25 small
$30 medium
$35 large

short/medium hair, double coat:

$40 small
$50 medium
$60 large

long hair, single coat:

$30 small
$40 medium
$45 large

long hair, double coat:

$50 small
$65 medium
$75 large

akc styling clips

$65 small
$80 medium
$95 large

Comet gets a thorough grooming in the comfort of his own home.

We groom to AKC breed standards using a variety of well established techniques. These specialty clips are hand scissored requiring high skill and a ton of patience and are more expensive because of the time and expertise required to make your prince or princess look a cut above the rest. Two clip offs will be necessary to achieve the ultimate look. The first clip will remove all of the excess hair, followed by a full wash and blow dry to straighten the coat, which makes it possible to hand scissor the remaining to achieve the best possible finish.

Note: Fleas are a year-round problem on Cape Cod. We strongly recommend 'Advantix II topical treatment' and will apply it on your request. Fleas live in and around your home and are only on your pet when feeding so it's essential that any topical flea treatment be combined with a thorough fogger/house-bombing and perimeter spraying. We offer this service for $50 plus supplies.

private dog training

Private training is one-on-one and designed to take place while you're at work. The rate for 2012 is $48/hr and includes free pickup and delivery. YOU set the schedule. No brow beating, humiliation or any other harsh measures are used. After your dog has been thoroughly trained, we'll teach you how to maintain the training.

Dogs get together at Thompson's Field in Harwich for some good socialization.

Walk and Train Program

This program combines exercise with socialization and training and is for dogs over six months of age. Your pet will be vigorously exercised in areas where he will encounter and interact with a large variety of other dogs. The mental and physical stimulation will increase your pet's balance and confidence enabling him to better absorb the running course in basic and advanced obedience. Your student dog will receive the full attention of Jeff. This is not a group "class" but rather an advanced training regiment for one dog perfected over decades and designed for lasting results.

Puppy Socialization

The primary and most important time for puppy socialization is the first three months of life. Incomplete or improper socialization during this important time can increase the risk of behavioral problems later in life including fear, avoidance, and/or aggression. Jeff will introduce your puppy to as many new people, animals, stimuli and environments as can be achieved safely and without causing overstimulation manifested as excessive fear, withdrawal or avoidance behavior. Jeff will include light basic obedience training, acclimation to grooming equipment, and a conplimentary first professional grooming.

Puppies should receive a minimum of one set of vaccines at least 7 days prior and a first deworming. They must be kept up-to-date on vaccines throughout the program.

Frisbee and Tricks

Your dog will be taught how to catch and retrieve a Softbite Frisbee. Then we'll teach him to drop it at your feet and lie down to wait for the next throw. In-between throws, your pooch will learn a repertoire of fun tricks like 'high five' and 'play dead'. This program takes place at Hawksnest Conservation Reserve and was designed for any clever, energenic dog. (And for owners who want their best friends to have a blast while being trained!)

pet sitting services

Finding someone you trust to care for your pet while away often resembles a search for the Holy Grail. Dogs and cats are not animals that you can have someone visit to change their food and water like you would with a hamster. They need exercise, mental stimulation and regular companionship.

Ginger is happiest in a familiar home environment. It sure beats the kennel!

Jeffpet offers a real alternative to kennels through customized care tailored to meet specific needs in your home. Our top priority is to make sure that your pet remains healthy and happy so that you can relax and enjoy your vacation, or be worry-free while at work.

We will bring in your newspaper and mail, adjust lights to make the home appear occupied, feed your pets, groom your pets, play with your pets, scoop litter boxes and carefully follow any and all of your detailed instructions.

Another free option is to bring one of our gentle, well socialized pets over to your house for some fun and interaction. Over the past eight years many a lonely pet has benefited from this opportunity.

Excellent references are available upon request. 100% satisfaction guaranteed. Rates for 2012:

cat sitting

One visit to your home each day ($19/day)
Two visits to your home each day ($25/day)
Three visits to your home each day ($31/day)

dog sitting

Rates vary - please inquire.

testimonials

What impresses me about Jeffpet is that you almost always get more than you pay for. They really care about my dog and try to do as much as possible."
—Phyllis Jones, BUYER'S BROKER, Harwich, Massachusetts

What I like about Jeffpet is that the owner oversees all of the work. You don't get sub-contractors or kids taking care of your pet. Best of all, Jeffpet allowed my son to help whenever he was available, which did save us money."
—Tim Reynolds, RETIRED, Dennis, Massachusetts

Jeff, Elizabeth and Phyllis did excellent work training our Welsh Corgi to behave around other dogs, even though "experts" said she was beyond all hope. Jeff was confident it could be accomplished, and he was correct. I highly recommend them for any pet service."
—Kevin Fitzgerald, RESTAURATEUR, Yarmouth, Massachusetts

We were reluctant to hire anyone to take care of our beloved double yellow-headed Amazon parrot, however, after discussing with JP, and moving forward with the idea, we could not be happier with the outcome! In hindsight, I am very glad we did not leave our bird with inexperienced relatives."
—Marc & Jo Kilberg, RETIRED, Brewster, Massachusetts

We had Phyllis pick up our cat in February 2007 for a two-week stay. JP was obviously good to our cat because he was slimmed down with much better muscle tone than before ~ something that was very noticable. I guess he wasn't getting enough exercise at home. We have since put together things for him to climb on."
—Robert & Lisa Cook, RETAILERS, Yarmouth, Massachusetts

Jeff has given my two dogs a midday walk every week day while I'm at work for about three years now. He keeps them out for a good hour, and they are so much more relaxed and well-behaved for me when I get home. He has never failed to show up and the dogs love him!"
—Sandra LeBesche, ARCHITECT, Chatham, Massachusetts

Elizabeth gave us excellent in-house consultation on how to train and care for our African Grey Parrot, Sonny. The new routine and set-up eliminated feather plucking. The feathers soon grew back and Sonny now has a beautiful appearance once again."
—Cynthia Hummer, OFFICE MANAGER, Dennis, Massachusetts

Our Border Collie, Clare, was very old with arthritis and kidney disease. Jeffpet was the only service willing to care for her when we had to travel to a seminar. She was very well cared for. We were very appreciative. Thank you, Jeff."
—Andrea & Tim Condon, TEACHERS, Harwich, Massachusetts