Quality Time Pet Sitting & Dog Walking - Bowie, MD

Member since Feb 2018

Quality Time is a professional full-time pet care service owned and operated by Marie Birckhead. We do our very best to care for your pets and give you peace of mind. We are bonded and insured for your and our protection. These documents will be presented to you at the initial consultation. Our sitters provide reliable service 365 days a year. We currently service over a thousand pets in the Northern Prince George’s and Southern Anne Arundel counties. We can go to some further areas if schedules permit. Summer and holidays are busiest, so please make reservations well in advance to ensure a pet sitter for your pet's needs. We have a great team of pet sitters that are background checked and pet first aid certified that help us give your pets the Quality Time they deserve!

Quality Time is a proud member of the following organizations to help us better our business and provide the best care for your pets. We follow all standards of excellence to bring you peace of mind while you are away.
*National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS)
*PSI International
*CPPS-Certified Professional Pet Sitter®
*Disaster Planning for Professional Pet Sitters Certified
*Capital Area Professional Pet Sitters (CAPPS)
*Crofton Chamber of Commerce

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How do you serve precious pets?

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

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

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

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.

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Serving Northern Prince George’s and Southern Anne Arundel Counties

What year did you begin serving pets?

2001
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BASED IN: Bowie, MD
SERVICE AREA: Any distance, including Serving Northern Prince George’s and Southern Anne Arundel Counties

How do you serve precious pets?

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

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

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

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.

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Serving Northern Prince George’s and Southern Anne Arundel Counties

What year did you begin serving pets?

2001

🌟 Marie Birckhead: Your Premier In-Home Pet Sitting Expert in Bowie


❤️ In-Home Care


Marie Birckhead provides specialized in-home pet sitting and care throughout Bowie, Prince George's County, and surrounding areas including Washington, Arlington, Alexandria, Silver Spring, Columbia, Germantown, Waldorf, Glen Burnie, Ellicott City, Dundalk. By bringing professional care directly to your front door, Marie 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 Marie tailored to your pet’s specific home routine.
Home Security: Regular visits to your Maryland 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 Bowie 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 Marie 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 George's County emergency contacts and your preferred veterinarian on the counter.


Experience the difference of professional in-home pet sitting with Marie Birckhead in Bowie, MD, and throughout Washington, Arlington, Alexandria, Silver Spring, Columbia, Germantown, Waldorf, Glen Burnie, Ellicott City, Dundalk. Book Marie today for the gold standard in localized, stress-free pet sitting care.

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