Creature Connections

Welcomes you with open paws.

We provide high quality, loving pet sitting and dog walking services for busy pet parents in the Broomfield, Westminster, Northglenn, Federal Heights, and Thornton areas.

Whether you're going out of town or you would like to schedule regular daytime exercise and attention, Creature Connections takes care of all your pet care needs!

We are Insured, bonded, and our sitters are all background checked.

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About Us

Personalized, in-home pet care is a valuable and convenient service. Your cats, dogs, and small pets are able to stay on their regular schedules and enjoy the comfort of their own home. Both you and your pets will have a stress free experience without having to transport your pets to a kennel or boarding facility, avoiding potential pet skirmishes and diseases. You will also have peace of mind knowing your home and pets are in the hands of an insured and bonded pet care professional. You'll return to happy and healthy pets when they receive lots of love and attention while you're away. All services are customized to meet the specific needs of you and your pets.

We utilize pet sitting software, Time To Pet, which allows us to sends instant updates to you via email or App messenger at the end of each visit. Our visit reports include pet pictures and are time stamped with GPS location to assure you that your babies are being well taken care of. Clients have access to their our secure and encrypted client portal where they can view and update personal, home, and pet information so that we have up-to-date information. You can also request services, view open invoices, and much more!

Creature Connections was established in 2008 and has been thriving ever since!

On September 1st, 2022, I celebrate 14 years of owning Creature Connections! I'm not sure where the time has gone but what an adventure it has been!!!

I started out as a young 20 something, with no business background, a vet tech degree with a few years of practice under my belt, and a passion for providing excellent care and customer service to our clients.

I have learned and grown over the years. Formed amazing relationships with clients and pet sitters. And have lost sleep many nights questioning business decisions and doubting myself.

The last three years were by far the most challenging but have turned out to be the most rewarding.

Not many people were aware but I was ready to sell and move on a year after covid hit. Business was at a all time low, lost all pet sitters; which was completely understandable with how things were at the time, and I wanted a new adventure.

I tinkered with the idea of just shutting down and interviewed for a few other positions but nothing was panning out. I ended up putting the business up for sale and a few offers came in but something just wasn't sitting right in my gut. After the third offer, I pull it off the market and focused on diving into the company.

Then a year ago I got a call that changed everything.

I was offered to take over another established pet sitting business in the area and I went for it. I merged their clients and pet sitters into Creature Connections and ever since then I have pushed myself to try harder, improve, and change things to make the company what I have always thought it could be.

I am sincerely grateful to all our clients and absolutely amazing pet sitters. With out them none of this would be possible!!

I am also in debit to my husband for always supporting me and pushing me to step out of my comfort zone and take those chances. Also a shout out to all my family and friends who have cheered me on over the years.

Happy Anniversary to Creature Connections!!!

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Our History

Dog and Cat Care:

We provide visits in your home between the hours of 6 a.m. - 8 p.m., seven days a week, 365 days a year.

For dogs these visits include maintaining your dog's daily feeding and bathroom schedule via walks or yard time, administering medications if necessary, and plenty of exercise and attention.

Cats enjoy the comfort and security of their own home. Visits include feeding and refreshing water, waste removal/litter box cleanup, administration of medications if necessary and lots of love and attention.

Pet Sitting Rates (for up to 4 pets):

As of January 1st, 2024

$16 per 15 minute visit (shy cats and small critter care)
$23 per 30 minute visit
$28 per 45 minute visit
$35 per 60 minute visit

Daily Dog Walks or Regular Weekly Scheduled Visits:

Just like people, dogs greatly benefit from regular exercise. Walking provides both physical and mental stimulation. Dogs experience new smells and sounds while reaping the benefits of exercise. Depending on availability midday walks are offered Monday-Friday between the hours for 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Dog Walking Rates: (These rates are available when walks are scheduled and paid on a monthly basis)

$23 per 30 minute walk for 1-3 walks scheduled per week

$21 per 30 minute walk for 4 or more walks scheduled per week
$16 per 15 minute visit (Ideal for puppies or elderly who just need a quick break)

Small Pets & Special Needs

Creature Connections is happy to take care of your small pets such as rabbits, ferrets, birds, and reptiles, which often have specialized needs. Depending on the details of your caged animals care, we do offer a 15-minute drop-in care visits at $16 per visit.

We have a handful of Veterinary Technicians on staff who are trained for those pets who need insulin injections, subcutaneous fluids, or any other special needs. Please fill free to contact us to discuss your pets specific needs.

Additional medical needs fees:
$25 per subcutaneous fluid administration
$40 Visit to Veterinary Clinic, if needed, during services (plus reimbursement of vet bill)

Overnight Stay -

We have a handful of pet sitters who provide overnight stays at your home. They stay for a 12 hour time frame from 6-7pm to 6-7am and provide care to your pets usually morning and evening routines. We are able to add on midday visits at an additional charge.

$85 per Overnight Stay

Additional Services

Home care services are FREE of charge and can be included with any scheduled pet care visits! Home care can include any of the following services to give your home a lived in look while you're out of town to help deter crime and give you the peace of mind you need while enjoying a vacation or weekend getaway:

postal mail retrieval
bringing in packages
rotation of indoor/outdoor lights
watering plants (additional charges may apply depending if additional time is needed)
trash removal
fish feeding

Holidays

We have wonderful pet sitters who graciously give their time on Holidays to care for our client's pets. We do charge extra on Holidays and that extra goes directly to the pet sitter providing care for your pets.

Holiday Service Charges (in addition to the standard fee/service):

$7 Holiday Charge per visit on any of the below Holidays *
$10 Holiday Charge per visit on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
$20 Holiday Charge per Overnight Stay
$20 Late Booking Fee for services scheduled within one week of any of the below Holidays and on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (if available)

* (Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Independence Day (July 4th), New Year's Eve and New Year's Day)

Additional Information

Payment Options: We accept ACH and credit card payments through our portal system along with Check, Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal payments.

Payment is due by the last day of services, with a grace period of 5 days after your return. A $20.00 late payment fee will be charged if payment is not received on time.

We require 48 hours for regular services and 1 week notice before Major Holiday

A late booking fee of $15 will be applied if services are booked within 48 hours for regular services and a fee of $20 for cancellations within 1 week of major Holidays.

We may not have availability a week before a major Holiday so plan accordingly!

$20 Late Booking Fee for services scheduled within one week of any of the above mentioned Holidays and on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (if available)

Keys

Front door keypads and garage codes are great but they have failed us in the past due to batteries going out or electrical outages. We prefer to have a lockbox stay at the house so keys stay on the property. They are a safe way for us to access your home and in the event of an emergency we will always be ready to step in quickly to help. You can use your own lockbox or purchase one from us for $18.

Due to safety and liability concerns, we refrain from leaving keys under mats or in mailboxes.

Misc.

In the event we need to run to the store for more supplies, such as food or litter, for your pets there is a $15 shopping fee for any purchases of necessary items, plus reimbursement of purchases.
For established clients who wish to meet with us before services are to start, we do charge a $10 fee for any meet and greets.