The Walks
Our Rates Have Been Reduced!
The Town and Country Walk
Your dog is taken out for a refreshing, lively walk in their own neighborhood. Walks are done individually or in a small group of up to 3 dogs, depending on the needs of you and your dog. This allows us to give your dog our personal attention and an opportunity for us to get to know each other better.
30 minutes - $15
20 minutes - $12
10 minutes - $7
The Adventure Walk - April to October
If your dog is very active and has a lot of energy, he or she will enjoy our Adventure Walks through the woods in area state parks or forests and other conservation land where dogs are allowed. Your dog will be off-leash and able to run with other athletic dogs as long as he or she responds to verbal commands. On-leash dogs are also welcome, we have long 20 foot leashes, that allow the dogs to wander a little bit, while still staying connected to us. They love to explore the open fields, streams and woods, sniffing the strange smells along with getting active socialization and excellent exercise.
We pick your dog up about 15-30 minutes before we go out to the woods, weather permitting, and bring them home afterwards. We are in the woods about 1 hour and by the time they get back home they are usually ready for a nap! An Adventure Walk gives your dog what he or she needs - wholesome exercise, active exploration and membership in their special pack.
Approximately 1 hour - $25
Maximum 6 dogs
The Play Group
The Play Group is a very popular service. Drop off your dog anytime after 7:00 am and pick up anytime before 7:00 pm. He or she will spend the day in our dog-friendly home and our large, completely fenced in yard, and allowed to play with other dogs. Always supervised to be sure the play does not get too rough, they are encouraged to run, chase balls, play fetch and interact with each other, come inside for a drink of water and run back out, or nap inside for a while before going back out to play. Your dog will be so calm and relaxed when we bring them home after a Play Group day, you'll want them to come all the time. If you need us to do so, we will also pick up and drop off your dog as well, for only a $5 additional charge.
While ideal for puppies and younger dogs, a daily play group is also well suited for an adult dog that needs more exercise and mental stimulation than a short walk can provide. The Play Group is an excellent way for your dog to receive healthy, outdoor exercise while they build and strengthen the important social skills that will guide them for a lifetime. We offer a home environment with a small number of dogs, rather than a day care type facility with many dogs, so we can tend to your dog's own individual needs.
Daily - $25
Maximum 6 dogs
The Crane Beach Walk - October through March
For all our beach-loving dogs, we go to Crane's Beach in Ipswich on nice days during the off-season, weather permitting. With two dog walkers, the maximum number of dogs we can take to the beach is 4, so this walk fills up quickly. As with the Adventure Walk, if they are going to be off-leash, your dog must be socialized with other dogs and respond to verbal commands while in the leash free beach area. Your dog must have a Green Dogs tag to go on the Beach, free from The Trustees of Reservations.
Approximately 1 hour - $20
Maximum 4 dogs
Please visit our Rates page for discounted rates for additional dogs in the same household.
The Critter Sitters 22 Mineral Street, Ipswich, MA 01938
978-257-3461 email: thecrittersittersma@comcast.net
The Critter Sitters
Dog Walking Services for Ipswich, Hamilton, Wenham, Manchester by-the-Sea,Topsfield, Rowley, Essex, Georgetown, Boxford, Beverly Farms, North Beverly & Prides Crossing
