Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Professional, compassionate pet care rooted in veterinary medicine and animal welfare. Trusted in home services for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and small mammals.
What We Offer
All services are provided in your home, so your pet stays comfortable in familiar surroundings with someone who genuinely cares.
A focused visit for feeding, potty breaks, medication administration, and a quick, caring hello from someone who genuinely loves your pet.
Everything in the shorter visit plus real quality time. More play, more attention, and the interaction your pet looks forward to while you are away.
Evening, overnight, and morning care so your pet never has to spend the night alone. Ideal for animals who thrive on companionship and a consistent routine.
What Pet Owners Say
Kelsey was a great communicator throughout the entire experience. She came to my home ahead of time to meet my pets, learn them, their space and routine. I have a very nervous dog and Kelsey was so kind and patient. She sent updates when she arrived and videos on how my pets were doing. 100% would recommend. I have cats and dogs and she did great with both. Finding someone who cares for your pets the way you do is rare.
Dog and cat parent
Kelsey has been working in vet med for many years. She is compassionate, knowledgeable, and patient. She is great with senior pets, pets with special needs, exotics, you name it. She treats my animals like her own. We are so grateful to have her watching our fur babies. Highly recommended.
Multi-pet household
Kelsey was so great with our old kitty. She took time to let him come to her when he was ready, and was very gentle with petting him, handling him for medications, and finding ways to still provide him with enrichment. She was giving us updates daily on how he was doing and really put our mind at ease.
Cat parent
The Philosophy
Nervous, fearful, and senior animals never pay more for the time and gentleness they need. Every pet deserves attentive, unhurried care.
Administering medications is part of the visit, not an add on. Pets who need medical support receive seamless, consistent care.
Photo updates, detailed care logs, and open communication are part of every booking. You will always know how your pet is doing.
Every animal has a unique personality, routine, and set of needs. Care is always tailored to who your pet actually is.
Ready to Begin?
Complete the contact form to introduce your pets and begin scheduling a meet and greet. Every great relationship starts with a conversation.
Get in TouchThe Sitter Behind the Care
Professional experience in veterinary medicine, shelter management, and animal rescue shapes every visit.
Years of experience in veterinary medicine provided a deep foundation in animal health, behavior, and the importance of consistent, compassionate handling. That knowledge shapes every home visit.
Managing an animal shelter and leading animal welfare nonprofits meant caring for hundreds of animals in all kinds of circumstances, including the most vulnerable and medically complex cases.
Extensive fostering experience includes neonatal animals, those recovering from illness or injury, and fearful animals learning to trust. Special needs care is second nature.
Experience with birds, reptiles, amphibians, rabbits, chinchillas, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, and other small mammals means your exotic companions receive knowledgeable, species appropriate care.
Approach
Every animal is different. Fearful pets need more time and space. Senior pets need gentler handling. Anxious animals need a calm presence and a slow approach. No two visits look exactly the same because no two pets are the same.
The goal is always for your pet to feel safe, understood, and at ease, whether they warm up in five minutes or take the whole visit to come around. Both outcomes are completely welcome here.
Certifications
Dogs, cats, and avian species
Dogs and cats
Cream City Companions proudly serves Milwaukee and surrounding areas. Travel outside Milwaukee is available and may include a flat travel fee. Every pet deserves someone who will show up for them, wherever they are.
Everything Included
All care takes place in your home. Your pet stays comfortable, and you stay informed.
Primary Services
A focused, purposeful visit for feeding, potty breaks, medication administration, and a caring check in. Efficient without being rushed, and always attentive to how your pet is doing.
Everything included in the 15 minute visit, plus real quality time. Additional playtime, more interaction, and the opportunity to give your pet the attention they love while you are away.
Evening care, overnight presence, and morning care all in one booking. Ideal for pets who benefit from consistent company, a steady routine, and the reassurance of someone being there through the night.
Included With Every Booking
Photo updates sent directly to you during every visit so you can see how your pet is doing in real time.
Pet Postcard delivered after the visit as a sweet keepsake from your time apart.
Companion Care Profile gathering detailed information about your pet's personality, routine, fears, and individual needs.
Companion Care Log documenting food intake, appetite, medications, behavior, potty routine, and additional observations.
Playtime included during all overnight stays because your pet deserves more than just the basics.
Medication administration included when needed, always at no additional charge.
Nervous animals, fearful pets, senior companions, and those requiring extra patience are never charged more. Every animal deserves the same level of compassionate, attentive care, and that belief is reflected in the pricing.
Stand Alone Services
No overnight stay or pet sitting needed? These services are available on their own. Whether it is a midday walk, a quick trim, or a bath, we come to you.
Small mammal nail trims include rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hedgehogs, and similar species.
Let's Connect
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Our Promise to You
Every inquiry is handled with care and responded to personally. You will always know who is coming into your home, and your pet will always be treated with the patience and respect they deserve. Clear communication, compassionate care, and genuine dedication to your pet's wellbeing are the foundation of everything we do at Cream City Companions.