📍 Dayton, OH & surrounding areas

Trustworthy, Reliable In-Home Pet Sitting

Even the most independent pets experience anxiety when their routine changes. Cozy Critter Care keeps your pet comfy and cozy in your own home while you're away.

Overnight Care

I sleep in your home so your pet never has to be alone.

Drop In Visits

One or two check-ins a day for feeding, walks, playtime, and more.

Exotic Pet Care

I care for all species. If you can show me what they need, I'm in.

Why Cozy Critter Care

Your pet deserves the best while you're away

Vet & shelter experience

3 years in a veterinary clinic and 4 years in animal shelters. Comfortable with medications, nail trims, and recognizing when something's off.

Regular updates & photos

I know how much we miss our pets when we're away. You'll get regular updates and photos of every stay.

Stays in your home

Your pet keeps their routine, their space, and their comfort. No kennels, no unfamiliar environments.

What I offer

Services & Pricing

All services include care for 1 pet. Additional pets are welcome with add-on pricing.

🌙 Overnight Care

I sleep in your home and spend time with your pet during the day. Best for pets needing medications, pets with separation anxiety, or pets needing frequent potty breaks.

$60 / 24hrs (1 pet) +$10 per additional cat +$15 per additional dog

🚪 Drop Ins

One or two visits per day including walks, playtime, feeding, medication, potty breaks, and other small tasks. Great for independent cats, long work shifts, or day trips.

$20 / 30 min (1 pet) $30 / 1 hour (1 pet) +$5 per cat / +$10 per dog

☀️ Day Visits

I drop in every 8 hours minimum, caring for your pet for at least 1.5 hrs/day. An example of a daily schedule would include drop ins at 6am, noon, 6pm, and 10pm. Best for pets used to being alone or for shorter trips.

$50 / 24hrs (1 pet) +$10 per additional cat +$15 per additional dog

🦎 Exotic Pet Care + Light Housekeeping

I'm happy to care for any species as long as you can show me what they need. Pricing discussed prior to booking. I can also bring in mail, take out trash, water plants, and leave your home exactly as I found it.

✂️ Nail Trims

Nail trims can be stressful, but pet maintenance never sleeps! I only charge if I'm successful at trimming all the pet's nails.

Cats $15 Dogs under 40lbs $20 Dogs over 40lbs $25

TESTIMONIALS

Happy pets, happy owners

Brandie B.

& Sophie 🐕

“Ashley is wonderful. My dog is always taken care of in the best way. She is on time and spends a lot of quality time with our dog. We used to use a boarder but after Ashley watching our dog we notice how much more relaxed she is when we come home."

★★★★★

Christy W.

& Precious, Luna, Reese & Benny 🐕🐱

“Ashley is an absolutely amazing pet sitter. She's incredibly attentive, reliable, and genuinely cares about the well-being of every animal. What I appreciate most is the peace of mind she gives me.”

★★★★★

Allison S.

& Lola, Gertie & Bruno 🐕🐕🐕

“Ashley is AMAZING!! She responds quickly, does an excellent job with time management, gives you updates with pictures every time, and gives your fur babies all the genuine love she has time for!”

★★★★★

Brandie B.

& Sophie 🐕

“Ashley is wonderful. My dog is always taken care of in the best way. She is on time and spends a lot of quality time with our dog. We used to use a boarder but after Ashley watching our dog we notice how much more relaxed she is when we come home."

★★★★★

Christy W.

& Precious, Luna, Reese & Benny 🐕🐱

“Ashley is an absolutely amazing pet sitter. She's incredibly attentive, reliable, and genuinely cares about the well-being of every animal. What I appreciate most is the peace of mind she gives me.”

★★★★★

Allison S.

& Lola, Gertie & Bruno 🐕🐕🐕

“Ashley is AMAZING!! She responds quickly, does an excellent job with time management, gives you updates with pictures every time, and gives your fur babies all the genuine love she has time for!”

★★★★★

Getting Started

How to book

Reach out via the contact form or text. Please include the dates you need, number and species of pets, and the service you want.

1

Reach out

Contact via form or text with your dates, pets, and desired service.

2

Get your estimate

I'll reply within 48 hours (usually 24!) with availability and a personalized quote.

3

Free meet & greet

I come to your home to meet your pets, learn their routine, and get familiar with your space.

4

Confirm & relax

We confirm everything together. Enjoy your time away knowing your pet is happy and well cared for.

Payment: Due at time of service. For longer stays, split 50/50 — first half on day one, remainder by the last day. Accepted: cash, check, Venmo, CashApp, and PayPal.

Ready to book? Let's chat.

I'd love to meet your pets and give you real peace of mind while you're away.