Customized, in-home pet care.

Companion Care, based in Salida, Colorado, offers personalized attention for your pets, astute observation of their general health and well-being, and notes regarding their care, attitudes, and activities. Clients are encouraged to call or e-mail during their absence to check in on how their pets are doing.

According to your needs, every visit can include a dog walk or play in your yard (whichever is preferred), feeding as instructed, litter boxes and stalls picked daily, and medications given as necessary. Clean, fresh water is assured to be made available at all times.

Other responsibilities can include watering your house plants, bringing in your mail and newspapers, and turning on and off alternate lights in your home to give it a lived in appearance.

Boarding services now available.

Rough board is available for a limited number of well-mannered horses, mules, burros, or llamas at Laura's private residence on the edge of Salida, right by the Arkansas River. Amenities include twice daily care, a lovely and diverse landscape, a large sand arena, and easy access to roads and trails. Call for a tour!

Daily walks for your canine companion!

Let your dear friend have his own adventures while you're gone for the day! An energized mid-day outing makes for a more relaxed, peaceful pup when you return.

Mid-day outings are not only crucial for the potty-training of puppies, they can be blessedly stress-relieving for high-energy dogs, as well as for those who suffer from boredom or separation anxiety. Also, some good dogs may just find it nerve-wracking to go the entire day without mental stimulation, or without a potty-break... after all, how long can you hold it?