Compassionate care for nervous pets. - Upton, MA

Member since Sep 2025

A&S Pet Care’s mission is to provide compassionate, fear-free care that prioritizes each pet’s emotional and physical well-being. We specialize in supporting anxious, reactive, and special-needs pets by building trust, respecting boundaries, and meeting animals where they are so they feel safe, understood, and cared for in their own homes.

Our pet business journey began when we struggled to find a pet sitter for our dogs who truly understood the needs of anxious and reactive dogs. We saw firsthand how limited options were for pets who required extra patience and specialized care. That’s why we created A&S Pet Care: to provide the compassionate, personalized care that all pets deserve.

We have been so fortunate to meet some incredible pet caregivers along the way and proudly employ a team of 5 Pet Care Professionals as part of our care team.

Because when you can’t be there, you deserve to trust that your pets are in safe, loving hands. We can’t wait to meet your pets and give them the same love we give our own!

Reach us at: as-petcare.com

  • Certified
  • Bonded
  • Insured
  • Mobile Services

How do you serve precious pets?

  • In Home Pet Sitting
  • Pet Meds Administration
  • In Home Pet Sitting
  • Pet Taxi

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Chinchillas
  • Dogs
  • Ducks
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Frogs
  • Gerbils
  • Goats
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Hedgehogs
  • Horses
  • Lizards
  • Mice
  • Parrots
  • Rabbits
  • Rats
  • Snakes
  • Turtles

What size animals do you work with?

  • 20-39 lbs
  • 40-79 lbs
  • 80+ lbs
  • under 20 lbs

Pet Certifications

  • American Red Cross Pet First Aid and CPR Certified
  • Fear Free Certified Professional

Bonded and Insured

  • Bonded
  • Insured

Proud member of...

  • Pet Professional Guild (PPG)

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Upton, Mendon, Milford, Holliston, Ashland, Framingham, Blackstone, Douglas, Hopkinton

What year did you begin serving pets?

2022

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

PetWorks Cancellation Policy Pet Care Professional's Own Policy If a pet care professional has published their own cancellation or refund policy, that policy governs the refund of the service amount only. Any PetWorks fees, including the Care Coverage Fee and Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee, are governed by this PetWorks Cancellation Policy and not by the pet care professional's policy. Pet Parent Cancels If the pet care professional has not published their own cancellation policy, the service amount is refundable only if the pet parent cancels at least 72 hours before the scheduled start time of the booking. Cancellations within 72 hours of the scheduled start time are non-refundable for the service amount. The Care Coverage Fee is non-refundable when a pet parent cancels, regardless of timing and regardless of whether the pet care professional has their own cancellation policy. Pet Parent No-Show If a pet parent does not show up for a confirmed booking, no refund will be issued for the service amount or the Care Coverage Fee. Pet Care Professional Cancels If a pet care professional cancels a confirmed booking, the pet parent receives a 100% refund of everything they paid, including the Care Coverage Fee. The pet care professional receives no payment for the canceled service and is charged a Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee equal to 10% of the service amount, up to a maximum of $150. PetWorks may collect this fee by deducting it from a future payout through PetWorks or by other means if no future payout is available. Policy in Effect at Booking The cancellation rules that apply to a booking, including any pet care professional cancellation policy on file and the Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee rate, are those that were in effect when the booking was confirmed.
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BASED IN: Upton, MA
SERVICE AREA: Within 25 miles, including Upton, Mendon, Milford, Holliston, Ashland, Framingham, Blackstone, Douglas, Hopkinton

Distinction

American Red Cross Pet First Aid and CPR Certified Fear Free Certified Professional

How do you serve precious pets?

  • In Home Pet Sitting
  • Pet Meds Administration
  • In Home Pet Sitting
  • Pet Taxi

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Chinchillas
  • Dogs
  • Ducks
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Frogs
  • Gerbils
  • Goats
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Hedgehogs
  • Horses
  • Lizards
  • Mice
  • Parrots
  • Rabbits
  • Rats
  • Snakes
  • Turtles

What size animals do you work with?

  • 20-39 lbs
  • 40-79 lbs
  • 80+ lbs
  • under 20 lbs

Pet Certifications

  • American Red Cross Pet First Aid and CPR Certified
  • Fear Free Certified Professional

Bonded and Insured

  • Bonded
  • Insured

Proud member of...

  • Pet Professional Guild (PPG)

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Upton, Mendon, Milford, Holliston, Ashland, Framingham, Blackstone, Douglas, Hopkinton

What year did you begin serving pets?

2022

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

PetWorks Cancellation Policy Pet Care Professional's Own Policy If a pet care professional has published their own cancellation or refund policy, that policy governs the refund of the service amount only. Any PetWorks fees, including the Care Coverage Fee and Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee, are governed by this PetWorks Cancellation Policy and not by the pet care professional's policy. Pet Parent Cancels If the pet care professional has not published their own cancellation policy, the service amount is refundable only if the pet parent cancels at least 72 hours before the scheduled start time of the booking. Cancellations within 72 hours of the scheduled start time are non-refundable for the service amount. The Care Coverage Fee is non-refundable when a pet parent cancels, regardless of timing and regardless of whether the pet care professional has their own cancellation policy. Pet Parent No-Show If a pet parent does not show up for a confirmed booking, no refund will be issued for the service amount or the Care Coverage Fee. Pet Care Professional Cancels If a pet care professional cancels a confirmed booking, the pet parent receives a 100% refund of everything they paid, including the Care Coverage Fee. The pet care professional receives no payment for the canceled service and is charged a Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee equal to 10% of the service amount, up to a maximum of $150. PetWorks may collect this fee by deducting it from a future payout through PetWorks or by other means if no future payout is available. Policy in Effect at Booking The cancellation rules that apply to a booking, including any pet care professional cancellation policy on file and the Pet Care Professional Cancellation Fee rate, are those that were in effect when the booking was confirmed.

🌟 Shannon Flaherty - A&S Pet Care LLC: Your Premier In-Home Pet Sitting Expert in Upton


❤️ In-Home Care


Shannon Flaherty - A&S Pet Care LLC provides specialized in-home pet sitting and care throughout Upton, Worcester County, and surrounding areas including Worcester, Framingham, Marlborough, Natick, Milford, Shrewsbury, Franklin, Westborough, Northborough, Hudson. By bringing professional care directly to your front door, Shannon ensures your pets stay in their safest, most familiar environment while you are away.


🌿 Benefits of In-Home Care


Zero Travel Stress: Your pet avoids the anxiety of car rides and the sensory overload of a boarding facility.
Health & Safety: In-home pet sitting eliminates exposure to kennel cough and other communal pet illnesses.
Customized Home Visits: One-on-one attention from Shannon tailored to your pet’s specific home routine.
Home Security: Regular visits to your Massachusetts residence provide an added layer of security and a lived-in appearance.
Medication Management: Professional administration of supplements or medications in the comfort of your pet’s own bed.


🩺 In-Home Service Types


Daily Check-Ins: Scheduled in-home pet sitting visits for feeding, walking, and play.
Overnight Stays: Comprehensive overnight care within your Upton home for maximum comfort and companionship.
Cat & Small Animal Care: Specialized in-home visits designed for the unique needs of feline and exotic companions.


📌 In-Home Quick Tips


✅ Home Access: Ensure Shannon has tested key or keypad access before your trip.
✅ Supply Staging: Keep all food, leashes, and cleaning supplies in one visible “In-Home Care Station.”
✅ Emergency Contact: Leave a list of local Worcester County emergency contacts and your preferred veterinarian on the counter.


Experience the difference of professional in-home pet sitting with Shannon Flaherty - A&S Pet Care LLC in Upton, MA, and throughout Worcester, Framingham, Marlborough, Natick, Milford, Shrewsbury, Franklin, Westborough, Northborough, Hudson. Book Shannon today for the gold standard in localized, stress-free pet sitting care.

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