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# Bad to the Bone Pet Care: Jacksonville’s Best Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters. Proudly serving the pets and families of Jacksonville, Orange Park, Eastern Tampa, Plant City, and Northern Lakeland!

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## Posts
- [5 Tips for Choosing the BEST Pet Sitter](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/tips-for-choosing-the-best-pet-sitter/): We have been pet sitting in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding areas since 2014, and we have cared for thousands of pets for over 1,000 families over the last 10.5+ years. We know that finding the best pet sitter or dog walker for your family can be challenging, but we’ve learned a thing or two over the last decade, and we’ve compiled the following tips to make sure you can find a pet sitter and dog walker who truly meets your families needs!
- [What Does “Bad to the Bone” Pet Care Mean?](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/what-does-bad-to-the-bone-mean/): I didn't know it when I changed the name of the business from Doug the Dog Guy to Bad to the Bone Pet Care, but this is easily the best business decision I've ever made. This name change has allowed me build a business that is authentic to myself and my beliefs, and more importantly, it has allowed us to build a community of team members and clients who embody the "bad to the bone" lifestyle as well.
- [The Guide to Holiday Pet Sitting](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/guide-to-holiday-pet-sitting/): The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but it can also be stressful when you’re trying to plan trips, host gatherings, and manage your pets’ care. If you’re a pet parent in Jacksonville, FL, professional holiday pet sitting might be the perfect solution to ensure your pets stay happy and healthy while you enjoy the festivities. Here’s everything you need to know to make the best decision for your furry family members this holiday season.
- [Benefits of Hiring a TEAM of Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/benefits-of-a-team-of-pet-sitters-and-dog-walkers/): Jacksonville Pet Parents: We know how much your furry family members mean to you. They’re part of the family, and like any family member, you want them to have the best care possible when you’re away. Whether you need someone to walk your perfect pup while you’re at work or take care of your kitty queen during a vacation, ensuring your pet is in good hands is a top priority.
- [Dog Friendly Restaurants in Jacksonville, FL](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/jacksonville-dog-friendly-restaurants/): Jacksonville offers a vibrant mix of dining spots where you don’t have to think about leaving your furry friend at home. With a pet-friendly atmosphere growing across the city, you and your dog can enjoy delicious meals–together! Whether you're heading out for brunch, a casual meal, or an evening with friends, there are plenty of restaurants that welcome pets. Keep reading to find the perfect spot for your next outing.
- [Emergency Resources for Jacksonville Pet Parents](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/jacksonville-emergency-veterinarians/): Just last week, while Doug (the owner and founder of Bad to the Bone Pet Care) was transporting a pet across the country for a client, emergencies popped up back home in Jacksonville. One pet with a history of medical concerns showed troubling symptoms, while another began experiencing separation anxiety. But Doug didn’t worry—he’s built a reliable team of Bad to the Bone pet professionals who are always ready to swoop in and provide exceptional care for Jacksonville’s furry friends, no matter what!
- [Advice for New Dog Owners](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/advice-for-new-dog-owners/): Having been a full-time professional pet sitter and dog walker for six years, I have had the privilege to work with just about any kind of dog and any kind of family you can think of. Time and time again, I see families struggle with their new furbaby and not know where to turn. Every pet and every family is different, but there are some key things that every new dog owner must understand from day one to build a lasting and healthy relationship with their new family member.
- [End of the Year Newsletter – 2019](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/end-of-the-year-newsletter-2019/): Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!
- [Another Day in the Life of a Pet Sitter](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/anotherdayinthelife/): No two days are ever the same as a full time professional pet sitter. I made a Day in the Life of a Pet Sitter video a few months ago showing what a busy day of back to back drop-in visits is like, here is another video showing a usual day of pet sitting and managing a team of pet sitters looks like.
- [The Bad to the Bone Difference](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/bad-to-the-bone-difference/): Recently, I was at an event when someone walked up to our booth and asked how Bad to the Bone differs from another local pet sitting company. I couldn’t help but laugh because I am all too aware that from outside perspective, most pet sitting companies look the same. At first glance, we all look like little groups of animal lovers all doing the same thing for the same reason, however that is not the case when you take a deeper look.
- [Things Every Pet Sitter Should Know](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/things-every-pet-sitter-should-know/): 1. Pet professionals must know how to communicate with their clients. As we all know, communication is key to a happy and successful life in any field, especially when providing care for someone’s precious furbaby. It is expected that pet sitters and dog walkers will update their clients with photos and brief description of the pet’s day at every pet sitting visit. How sitters communicate with their clients will depend on their personality and style and will develop as the sitter gains more experience and builds a relationship with their client. It is said that photos say a thousand words, so it’s no surprise that good quality photos of happy pets is one of the easiest ways to communicate with clients. Posting your best client photos to social media is also a great way to communicate your passion for pet care to potential clients and is a great way for your current clients to see how much you genuinely care. Personally, I am not a texter and have a general disdain for social media, so I have designed systems for Bad to the Bone Pet Care that allow my team and I to communicate with our clients with that in mind. My team of pet sitters and dog walkers in Jacksonville, Lakeland, and Plant City use a system that automatically notifies clients when they arrive to the visit, and allows the client to see the sitters GPS tracker and timer. This means that without ever saying a word, the client knows exactly when we came and left and exactly where their dog was walked. Our system also acts as our scheduling and payment software, which makes everything very easy to use for our clients and our team. Always remember, if you do not communicate how great you and your services are, no one will know and therefore all your extra effort will be for nothing.
- [Why to Use a Professional Pet Sitter](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/whytouseapetsitter/): Have you ever wanted to go on a spur of the moment weekend vacation but end up staying home because, “who is going to take care of Tigger?!” Or maybe you skipped Happy Hour with your coworkers because you had to go home and feed the dog? You should be able to have a house full of furbabies AND live a free and happy life! When you work with a local professional pet sitter, you can live the life of your dreams.
- [Day in the Life of a Pet Sitter](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/dayinthelife/): As a pet sitter and business owner, no two days are ever the same. When I’m describing my life to people at the dog park, I always say “some mornings you wake up in a beachside mansion with a dog trained by Caesar Milan, and other mornings you wake up in a trailer with a dog taking a dump on the pillow, right next to your face, literally.” That’s exactly what I love so much about it, though. While everyone I grew up with is going to the same cubicle, staring at the same screen day-in and day-out, I get PAID to hang out with DOGS while exploring new places and learning about peoples lives. I know, it sounds crazy, but this has been my life for almost six years, and oh boy do I have stories…
- [Doug the Dog Guy](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/dougthedogguy/): Most people are shocked when I tell them I am a full time pet sitter. If I had a dime for every time I heard, “You can pay all your bills doing THAT?!” I wouldn’t ever have to walk a dog in the pouring rain again. Every year, Americans view and treat their pets more like family. There have been several huge articles come out this year describing how millennials are spending more on their pets and that they are getting dogs instead of having children. There have been professional pet sitters for decades, but the industry is now growing faster than ever and is under more pressure than ever. The truth is, being a pet sitter is an absolutely amazing career choice, but it is difficult.

## Pages
- [Pet Photography](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/pet-photography/): Private Pet Photography Sessions Starting at $200.
- [Ad Drop-Ins](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/ad-drop-ins/): 30 Minutes: $3045 Minutes: $4060 Minutes: $50
- [Thank You](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/thank-you/): Our management team will reach out to you to discuss details and get you set up via text or phone call within four business hours.
- [Ad](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/ad-walks/): $30 per Walk
- [About](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/about/): Service AreaRiverside area of Jacksonville, all over the country and internationally offering specialty pet sitting services.
- [Nationwide Pet Sitting](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/nationwide-pet-sitting/): I have been a full time professional pet sitter for over a decade and have personally cared for thousands of pets across the United States and Europe. After building Bad to the Bone Pet Care to over 30 employees serving several thousand families across Northeast and Central Florida, I sold the team in 2023 and now offer my luxury pet care services to the most high-profile pets across the globe.
- [Private Long Distance Pet Transportation](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/transportation/): By merging our passion for animals and travel, we've created a pet transportation service that ensures the safest and most enjoyable journey possible for your pets.
- [Plant City Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/plant-city-dog-walkers-pet-sitter/): 904 Pennsylvania Ave, Plant City, FL, 33563
- [Tampa Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/tampa-dog-walkers-pet-sitters/): 3110 Lithia Pinecrest Rd, Valrico, FL, 33596
- [Lakeland Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/lakeland-dog-walkers-pet-sitters/): 5341 North Socrum Loop Road, Lakeland Fl
- [Orange Park Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/orange-park-dog-walkers-pet-sitters/): 7000 Roosevelt Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32244
- [Jacksonville Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/jacksonville-dog-walkers-pet-sitters/): Can you say ‘DUUUVAL’?!
- [Service Area](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/service-area/): Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beaches, Orange Park, Middleburg, Northern Lakeland, Plant City, Eastern Tampa, and surrounding areas!
- [Contact](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/contact/): 904-853-2183
- [Coming Soon](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/coming-soon/): Our Shop Is Coming Soon!
- [Join The Team](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/join-the-team/): You want to build relationships with dogs, cats, and pets of all kinds
- [Login](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/login/)
- [FAQ](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/faq/): Bad to the Bone Pet Care was born in 2014, and the team has been growing across Northeast Florida since then. Doug began professionally pet sitting and dog walking in West Jacksonville and Orange Park in late 2013. We expanded in Plant City, Lakeland, and Tampa in 2017.
- [Sign up](https://badtothebonepetcare.com/sign-up/): Let's Get Started Sign Up for Bad to the Bone Services!
Sign up now to request award-winning in-home pet care! Name(Required) First Last Address(Required) Street Address Address Line 2 City AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific State ZIP Code Email(Required) PhoneYou may opt-out of texts or emails from us by replying with "stop" at any time. Standard messaging rates may apply. How do you prefer to be contacted?(Required)Text MessagePhone CallEmailWhat types of pets will we be caring for?(Required) Dog Cat Bird Horse Reptile Fish Farm Animals Other Are your pets up to date on all necessary vaccinations?(Required) Yes No If no, please explain:Do your pets have a history of biting or any signs of aggression?(Required) Yes No If yes, please explain:Service Requested:Dog WalksDrop-In Visits"Almost" Overnight CareOvernight CareLive-In CareLocal Pet TaxiDates Requested:(Required)Best day and time for a new client consultation?(Required)Please tell us more about your pets and your needs:Have you used a professional pet sitter or dog walker before?(Required) Yes No If yes, please tell us about your experience:How did you hear about us?Referral from one of our clientsReferral from another pet care companyOnline SearchFacebookInstagramLocal EventBrochureLawn SignCar AdvertisementOtherIf referred by someone, please tell us who so we can thank them!Consent I agree to the privacy policy.Bad to the Bone ensures that your personal information will never be shared or sold to an outside party. Δ As a new client, you will start by filling out our Sign Up Form below. This form is just to contact us and get paired with a pet sitter with no obligations. Please feel free to text or call 904-853-2183 if you have any questions at all. After we receive your Sign Up Form, we will contact you to find out more about your needs and pair you with the best pet sitter pawsible! You will then be set up with a free account for easy scheduling, payments, and instant messaging with our team. Next, a Bad to the Bone Pet Sitter will come over for anew client consultation. This is a great opportunity to ensurewe are the correct fit for your family, and that your familyis a great fit for us! These meetings are priced the same as our 30 minute drop-in visit. After your consultation, you will submit schedulingrequests via your online account or the mobile app, andyou will be a part of the Bad to the Bone Family! After each visit, clients receive automatic updates via ourapp. These updates include the GPS tracking of our visit,as well as any photos and notes taken
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