Brighton Pet Sitting

Doggie LatchKey has been providing professional pet care services throughout Southeast Michigan since 2009. Our experienced pet sitters help pet parents throughout Brighton, MI, and the surrounding Livingston County area enjoy peace of mind while they’re at work, traveling, or away for the weekend. Whether you have energetic puppies, senior dogs, independent cats, or multiple animal companions, our team is here to provide personalized care in the comfort of your own home.

18+

Years In Business

4.9

Stars - 89 Reviews

Licensed

& Insured

Pet Care Services for Brighton Pet Parents

When you need reliable Brighton pet sitting, you deserve more than someone who simply stops by to fill a food bowl. You deserve a trusted team that treats your pets like family while keeping their daily routine as consistent as possible. Instead of disrupting your pet’s routine with boarding, our in-home pet sitting services allow your furry family members to stay where they’re happiest, in familiar surroundings with the smells, sights, and schedule they already know.

Senior Living & Assisted Living Pet Care

We proudly help seniors living independently or in assisted living communities continue enjoying life with their beloved pets. Whether it's daily dog walking, pet care visits, medication assistance, or help during hospital stays and family travel, we provide dependable support that keeps pets comfortable and cared for.
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Why Pet Parents Choose In-Home Pet Sitting

Every pet is different. Some dogs thrive on daily walks, while others simply want companionship and a familiar face. Cats are often happiest remaining in their own environment, and many pets experience less stress when they can stay home.

Our professional pet sitters focus on maintaining your pet’s normal routine while providing plenty of love, attention, and exercise during every visit. We communicate with you throughout your trip by sending updates and pictures so you always know how your pets are doing.

Why Pet Owners Choose Doggie LatchKey

Get Started with a Local Pet Sitter

Getting started is simple. New clients can complete our sign-up process online, and we’ll match you with a sitter who fits your needs. All we need is your full name and email address to get started!

Schedule Your Dates

Once you’ve registered, you’ll select the services that fit your needs and share the dates and times you’re looking for. This helps us carefully plan your pet’s care and ensure everything runs smoothly from the very beginning.

We Connect With You

Now you’re part of the Doggie Latchkey Family and your own Doggie Latchkey Customer Service Representative will contact you to ensure that everything is in order. We take pride in taking this extra step to make sure that you’re always comfortable entrusting us to look after your beloved pets.

Schedule Your Meet & Greet

After we have your specific dates and times in our system, it’s time to set up your meet & greet with your Doggie Latchkey fully insured and bonded professional pet sitter. We can meet in your home, or provide you with a virtual meet and greet should you prefer

Leave The Rest To Us

Doggie Latchkey has you covered and will provide you with texts, photos and other updates as requested!

“What a wonderful team of caring professionals! We’ve used Doggie Latchkey’s overnight service for all of our out-of-town travel over the past two years and can’t feel any better about leaving our dog, two cats, and home in their care!”

4.9 Stars out of 90 reviews!

Professional Pet Sitters Who Put Safety First

Choosing a pet sitter is about trust. Every member of our team is carefully selected because of their experience, compassion, and commitment to providing exceptional care. Before services begin, we schedule an in-home consultation to meet you and your pets, learn their routines, answer your questions, and ensure we’re the right fit for your family.

Our Pet Care Specialists are bonded, insured, and background-checked. Many have years of experience caring for pets with special medical needs, administering medication, and working with shy or senior animals.

We also maintain emergency protocols for severe weather, unexpected health concerns, and backup coverage if your assigned sitter becomes unavailable. Our goal is simple: provide dependable care you can trust every time you leave home.

Local Pet Sitting Throughout Brighton & Livingston County

Our pet sitters proudly serve homeowners throughout Brighton, MI and surrounding communities in Livingston County. Whether you live near downtown Brighton, one of the area’s newer neighborhoods, or outside the city limits, our team provides reliable pet care visits that fit your schedule.

From snowy Michigan winters to busy summer travel season, we’re here year-round to help pet parents enjoy worry-free travel while their pets remain safe, comfortable, and happy at home.

Caring for More Than Just Dogs and Cats

While dogs and cats make up the majority of our visits, our team also has experience caring for many other animal companions. Depending on your household, we can often care for:

  • Birds and parrots
  • Rabbits
  • Guinea pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Chickens
  • Reptiles such as snakes and turtles
  • Fish and aquariums

If you have unique pets or specialized care instructions, simply let us know during your consultation. We’ll explain how we can help and make sure your pets receive the attention they need.

Why Staying Home Is Better Than Boarding

While boarding facilities work well for some families, many pets simply do better at home.

  • Remaining in their familiar environment allows pets to:
  • Follow their normal feeding schedule
  • Sleep in their favorite spots
  • Reduce anxiety and stress
  • Avoid exposure to unfamiliar animals
  • Receive one-on-one attention
  • Continue their normal exercise routine

For many dogs and cats, in-home pet sitting provides a calmer, happier experience than spending time in a kennel or boarding facility.

Common Questions About Our Brighton Pet Sitting Services

Why choose in-home Brighton pet sitting instead of dog boarding?

In-home Brighton pet sitting allows pets to stay in their familiar environment, maintain their normal routine, and receive one-on-one attention. Many pet parents find their dogs and cats experience less anxiety at home than they would in a boarding facility.
Before services begin, we’ll schedule an in-home consultation to meet you and your pets, learn their routine, discuss medications, explain our services, answer your questions, and ensure we’re the right fit for your family.
Yes. Our Pet Care Specialists are background checked, bonded, and insured. We also have emergency protocols and backup coverage in place to provide dependable care for your pets.
Absolutely. Many of our professional pet sitters have experience administering medication and caring for senior pets or those with special medical needs. We’ll review your pet’s care plan during your consultation to ensure they’re comfortable and receive the attention they need.
No. In addition to dogs and cats, our pet sitting services can often accommodate birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, reptiles, fish, chickens, and other small pets. Let us know about your pets during your consultation, and we’ll explain how we can help.