Make My Day Please - Dog Walking and Pet Sitting - Gainesville, VA

Member since Dec 2019

Make My Day Please, LLC is a full service dog walking, cat caring and pet sitting company, established in 2009. MMDP offers daily or occasional mid day dog walks while you are at work, vacation visits while you are away, and weekend visits if you decide to get away for a day or two. Pets that we care for include, but are not limited to: cats, dogs, chickens, fish, rabbits, turtles, birds, horses, goats, hamsters, hedgehogs, gerbils and even an occasional anteater. We provide professional pet care in Gainesville, Manassas, Nokesville, Haymarket and Bristow. Owners First Sergeant Mike Blake with the Prince William County K-9 Police Department and Catherine Blake, formerly with Prince William County Schools have lived and worked in the county for over 25 years. MMDP was voted Best Pet Sitting Company in Northern Virginia by Northern Virginia Magazine and Voted Best Pet Sitting Company in Gainesville and Haymarket. Featured in Washingtonian Best Care, Norterhn Virginia Magazine and featured on NBC News. Check out any of the over 250 5-star reviews across all platforms.

  • Certified
  • Bonded
  • Insured

Pricing Packages

Starting Price
$ 15.00 Per Visit

How do you serve precious pets?

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

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Chinchillas
  • Dogs
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Gerbils
  • Goats
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Hedgehogs
  • Horses
  • Lizards
  • Parrots
  • Rabbits
  • Turtles

On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?

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

Pet Certifications

  • Pet Sitters International (PSI) Certification

Do you offer mobile services?

  • Yes

Without pet parents, Petworks wouldn't exist. What discount do you offer our dedicated members? (e.g. 20% off their first session, etc.)

Free meet and greet and 20% off first visit scheduled

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Northern Virginia, Western Prince William County

What year did you begin serving pets?

2009

How did you hone your craft?

By keeping a smaller service area.

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

Positive reinforcement for training.

catherine blake

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BASED IN: Gainesville, VA
SERVICE AREA: Within 75 miles, including Northern Virginia, Western Prince William County

Distinction

Pet Sitters International (PSI) Certification

How do you serve precious pets?

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

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Chinchillas
  • Dogs
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Gerbils
  • Goats
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Hedgehogs
  • Horses
  • Lizards
  • Parrots
  • Rabbits
  • Turtles

On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?

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

Pet Certifications

  • Pet Sitters International (PSI) Certification

Do you offer mobile services?

  • Yes

Without pet parents, Petworks wouldn't exist. What discount do you offer our dedicated members? (e.g. 20% off their first session, etc.)

Free meet and greet and 20% off first visit scheduled

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Northern Virginia, Western Prince William County

What year did you begin serving pets?

2009

How did you hone your craft?

By keeping a smaller service area.

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

Positive reinforcement for training.

🌟 Catherine Blake: Your Premier In-Home Pet Sitting Expert in Gainesville


❤️ In-Home Care


Catherine Blake provides specialized in-home pet sitting and care throughout Gainesville, Prince William County, and surrounding areas including Washington, Arlington, Alexandria, Silver Spring, Centreville, Rockville, Bethesda, Reston, Burke, Annandale. By bringing professional care directly to your front door, Catherine 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 Catherine tailored to your pet’s specific home routine.
Home Security: Regular visits to your Virginia 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 Gainesville 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 Catherine 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 Prince William County emergency contacts and your preferred veterinarian on the counter.


Experience the difference of professional in-home pet sitting with Catherine Blake in Gainesville, VA, and throughout Washington, Arlington, Alexandria, Silver Spring, Centreville, Rockville, Bethesda, Reston, Burke, Annandale. Book Catherine today for the gold standard in localized, stress-free pet sitting care.