We’ve got your pets’ backs (and tails)
Our mission is simple: to enrich pet parents’ lives by providing in-home pet care professionals while you’re away.
Caring for pets isn’t what we do – it’s who we are. We’re not just getting sap-py here! We genuinely love spending time with your pets, and vice-versa.
The result? Peace of mind for both pet and parent.
Service Areas
We provide pet care services within a 10-mile radius of the Bastrop State Park in Bastrop, Texas. This includes the Historic District, Pecan Park, Hunters Crossing, Tahitian Village, Circle D, KC Estates, Pine Valley and The Colony. We cannot list all of our service areas so please reach out if your area is not listed. We may service outside of these areas for an additional fee.
Why Piney Paws?
We aren’t hobbyists! Pet-sitting is our career and our passion. We are insured/bonded, trained in pet CPR/first aid and background-checked, giving you peace of mind that your fur-babies’ care is in the hands of reliable professionals.
We know each pet and family are unique, which is why we offer customizable visits based on your schedule, routine and preference. We also care about your home! During every visit, we’ll perform security checks and check for anything out of the ordinary.
We truly love our community. A percentage of our profits goes directly to the local animal community to educate pet parents on the benefits of spaying/neutering, microchips and vaccination.
We’re available. Many clients have found us after not hearing back from other pet-sitters. With our easy-to-use online booking system and team of experts waiting to care for your pets, rest assured you will always be covered.
Meet the Piney Paws Team
April
Owner & Founder
From a young age, I’ve had a passion for working with animals, which eventually expanded to volunteering and fostering with the local animal shelter in Bastrop, Texas. Not only do I have experience with cats, dogs and other little critters, but I also worked with horses as a barn manager and trainer. I started building Piney Paws in 2018 when my love of animals – and need to make a difference – led me on a path to service others.
I place a high value on integrity and trust. To build a strong relationship with animals, you need to form a bond – and you cannot do that without honesty. (That lends itself to both people and animals, by the way!)
Living in the quaint town of Bastrop keeps me grounded in nature, and I’m so grateful to be able to give back to the community by doing something that’s always been a part of me: caring for animals. When I’m not working on Piney Paws or volunteering, I love spending time with my husband, two daughters and German short-hair pointer, as well as a handful of chickens.
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker
Hi, my name is Celia! I’m a retired science teacher and full-time lover of every type of animal.
I’ve always loved having pets in my home and as part of my family, and I believe everyone should be able to experience that unconditional love from a four-legged fur baby. I grew up with AKC Conformation show dogs, raising and showing basset hounds, whippets and cairn terriers. I can’t imagine a time in my life without a dog on my lap, at my feet or on my shoulders!
Retirement has left me with a lot of extra hours and I thought helping others with their precious pets would be win-win. If I take care of your best friend while you’re away, rest assured that I am there as a friend and your pet will be cared for in the most professional manner.
Linda
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker
I am a retired veteran who's kinda laid back, trying not to take life too serious. My baby Jaxson (dog) is my ride or die little man. He brings smiles to my face daily.
I have two grown children who still need my advice. My daughter lives in Houston and my son here with me.
Glad to be part of such an awesome team!!!
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Skills and Certifications:
-First Aid and Pet CPR
Mini Courses:
-Pet Care Basics Dog 101
-Pet Care Basics Cat 101
-Canine Body Language and Play
-Pet Bird Care
Celia
Want to join our team?
To apply as a pet-sitter, please complete our Application Form. We look forward to meeting you!
Certifications
Pet First Aid / CPR
Through ProTrainings
Background-Checked
Through Acutraq
Owner is a PSI Certified Professional Pet Sitter + Member
Through Pet Sitters International
Insured
Through Business Insurers of the Carolinas
See What Our Friends Have to Say
April and Celia are absolutely amazing. I’ve used Piney Paws for 3 years now and they are the most dependable, responsible, and fantastic pet care services I’ve ever used. They take such good care of my 53lb Dutch Shepherd and I have complete trust in the care they provide! I’d give more than 5 stars if I could. The communication, transparency, and pet updates they give are top-notch. They’ve gone above and beyond in taking care of my special little pup, thank you.
Brian M., from Google