Are you insured and bonded?

Yes, we are! Plus, every member of our team is a background-checked W-2 employee who has completed Pet First Aid and CPR certification and is carefully onboarded to ensure they meet Rising Sun’s high standards of pet care, safety and professionalism.

What is your cancellation policy?

We kindly ask that cancellations are made by 4 p.m. on the business day prior to your scheduled visit. Cancellations received after that time are charged at the full visit rate, as your pet care professional has already reserved that time for your pet. Exceptions may be made in cases of severe weather or other emergencies at our discretion.

How far in advance should I book vacation pet care?

Due to high demand, please contact us at least three weeks before your departure date. Please note that we do not offer vacation care for dogs during the snowy winter months of January and February.

What if I just need someone to walk my dog?

We offer dog walking and daily drop-in visits, too! Visit our Dog Walking and Daily Visits page for more information.

This all sounds great to me. How do I get started?

Simply schedule your complimentary 15-minute discovery call so we can get to know you, learn about your pet’s routine, answer your questions and discuss our care in more detail. Once our availability is confirmed we will schedule an in-person complimentary meet and greet. We can't wait to hear from you!

Backyard chickens being fed during a Rising Sun vacation care visit

Two Abyssinian cats sitting side by side

VACATION PET CARE

PROFESSIONAL IN-HOME PET SITTING NEAR YOU

CARE THAT FITS YOUR PET'S NEEDS

When you’re away, a piece of your heart is still at home. Whether you’re traveling for work or heading out on vacation, you deserve the peace of mind that comes from knowing your pet is in caring hands.

We help make your time apart feel a little easier! Our Central Massachusetts pet sitting service is tailored to your pet’s specific needs, all within the comfort and familiarity of their own home and routine.

SCHEDULE A TIME TO CHAT

“RISING SUN IS THE CAT’S MEOW!”

Rising Sun pet sitter sitting in the grass with a dog during a vacation care visit

FOR OUR CANINE COMPANIONS

VACATION CARE FOR DOGS

Each visit includes everything your dog needs to feel happy and comfortable, including fresh food and water, medications, playtime, walks, mental stimulation and oodles of love and belly rubs! We’ll also keep a watchful eye on your home, bringing in mail, adjusting lights, taking out garbage bins and watering plants or gardens.

PRICING PER VISIT:

Includes up to 2 dogs
At least 3 daily visits required
At least 4 daily visits for crated dogs

30 MINUTES: $40

60 MINUTES: $65

Additional Pets: +$5/visit
1 Hour Sweet Spot: +$10/visit

EXTRA VISIT FEES (applied per visit):

Holiday Visit: +$20/visit

SCHEDULE A TIME TO CHAT

FOR OUR FELINE FRIENDS

VACATION CARE FOR CATS

Cats may be independent, but they still need plenty of TLC while you’re away! Each visit includes fresh food and water, medications, litter box scooping, playtime and plenty of affection (on their terms, of course). We’ll also keep a watchful eye on your home, bringing in mail, adjusting lights, taking out garbage bins and watering plants or gardens.

PRICING PER VISIT:

Pricing includes up to 2 cats Minimum of 1 visit/day

15 MINUTES: $32

30 MINUTES: $40

EXTRA VISIT FEES (applied per visit):

Holiday Visit: +$20/visit

Additional Cats: +$5/visit
1 Hour Sweet Spot: +$10/visit

SCHEDULE A TIME TO CHAT

Bengal cat resting at home during a visit from Rising Sun Dog Walking & Pet Sitting while its owners are away

Grey rabbit at home during a small critter vacation care visit

MORE THAN CATS AND DOGS

CHICKENS, CRITTERS & MORE

We’re lucky to call all kinds of critters part of our pet care family, including backyard chickens, bunnies, guinea pigs, hamsters, fish, birds and more. Services include fresh food and water, habitat care, enrichment, and love and interaction. We’ll also keep a watchful eye on your home while you’re away.

PRICING PER VISIT:

Minimum 1 visit/day

LITTLE CRITTERS: $32

CHICKEN CARE: $40

EXTRA VISIT FEES (applied per visit):

Holiday Visit: +$20/visit

SCHEDULE A TIME TO CHAT

PUP-DATES DELIVERED

Grey cat standing on a rug looking up at the camera

bird pic for Pet sitting page_edited

Guinea pig pic for pet sit

Grey cat standing on a rug looking up at the camera

1/4

GET A PEEK INTO YOUR PET’S DAY

No need to miss a moment of your pet’s day!

At Rising Sun, we believe great pet care starts with great communication, which is why we always keep you in the loop. After every visit, you’ll receive a detailed visit report through our client portal with updates and photos, including those adorable moments that make your day (and ours!). Our passion. Your peace of mind.

SCHEDULE A TIME TO CHAT

"LIFESAVERS"

“Rebecca and her staff have been lifesavers. We have four dogs and one cat and wouldn’t trust them with anybody else. She spends so much time with them, and takes such great care of all of them. Words can’t express how comforted we are when she’s at our home. We can actually enjoy our vacation and not worry about our pets.”

RAE G.

"BEYOND A RELIEF"

“If I could give 6 stars I would! I cannot describe how thankful I am for this team and the service they provided our family! Being away from our home and animals is so hard - but having such reliable and professional service with constant communication (and photos!) was beyond a relief! I HIGHLY recommend Rising Sun for your next trip away!!!”

NICOLE V.

"TRULY OUTSTANDING"

“Rebecca and her team have taken wonderful care of our two kittens and we trust them completely…What truly sets Rising Sun apart is the level of personal care. Each team member knows our cats’ habits and personalities as if they were their own. They get plenty of playtime and snuggles, and the absolute best is the detailed visit updates with photos. ”

KAREN S.

"A GREAT FIND"

“Finding people you can trust to come into your home and care for and about your fur family is everything. Friendly, professional and trustworthy. They clearly love her and take such good care of her. I feel better about leaving her when I know they will be coming to see her. I absolutely tell everybody about them and what a great team they have.”

LOUISE C.

"LIFESAVERS"

“Rebecca and her staff have been lifesavers. We have four dogs and one cat and wouldn’t trust them with anybody else. She spends so much time with them, and takes such great care of all of them. Words can’t express how comforted we are when she’s at our home. We can actually enjoy our vacation and not worry about our pets.”

RAE G.

"BEYOND A RELIEF"

“If I could give 6 stars I would! I cannot describe how thankful I am for this team and the service they provided our family! Being away from our home and animals is so hard - but having such reliable and professional service with constant communication (and photos!) was beyond a relief! I HIGHLY recommend Rising Sun for your next trip away!!!”

NICOLE V.

"TRULY OUTSTANDING"

“Rebecca and her team have taken wonderful care of our two kittens and we trust them completely…What truly sets Rising Sun apart is the level of personal care. Each team member knows our cats’ habits and personalities as if they were their own. They get plenty of playtime and snuggles, and the absolute best is the detailed visit updates with photos. ”

KAREN S.

"A GREAT FIND"

“Finding people you can trust to come into your home and care for and about your fur family is everything. Friendly, professional and trustworthy. They clearly love her and take such good care of her. I feel better about leaving her when I know they will be coming to see her. I absolutely tell everybody about them and what a great team they have.”

LOUISE C.

"LIFESAVERS"

“Rebecca and her staff have been lifesavers. We have four dogs and one cat and wouldn’t trust them with anybody else. She spends so much time with them, and takes such great care of all of them. Words can’t express how comforted we are when she’s at our home. We can actually enjoy our vacation and not worry about our pets.”

RAE G.

"BEYOND A RELIEF"

“If I could give 6 stars I would! I cannot describe how thankful I am for this team and the service they provided our family! Being away from our home and animals is so hard - but having such reliable and professional service with constant communication (and photos!) was beyond a relief! I HIGHLY recommend Rising Sun for your next trip away!!!”

NICOLE V.

"TRULY OUTSTANDING"

“Rebecca and her team have taken wonderful care of our two kittens and we trust them completely…What truly sets Rising Sun apart is the level of personal care. Each team member knows our cats’ habits and personalities as if they were their own. They get plenty of playtime and snuggles, and the absolute best is the detailed visit updates with photos. ”

KAREN S.

"A GREAT FIND"

“Finding people you can trust to come into your home and care for and about your fur family is everything. Friendly, professional and trustworthy. They clearly love her and take such good care of her. I feel better about leaving her when I know they will be coming to see her. I absolutely tell everybody about them and what a great team they have.”

LOUISE C.

"LIFESAVERS"

“Rebecca and her staff have been lifesavers. We have four dogs and one cat and wouldn’t trust them with anybody else. She spends so much time with them, and takes such great care of all of them. Words can’t express how comforted we are when she’s at our home. We can actually enjoy our vacation and not worry about our pets.”

RAE G.

"BEYOND A RELIEF"

“If I could give 6 stars I would! I cannot describe how thankful I am for this team and the service they provided our family! Being away from our home and animals is so hard - but having such reliable and professional service with constant communication (and photos!) was beyond a relief! I HIGHLY recommend Rising Sun for your next trip away!!!”

NICOLE V.

"TRULY OUTSTANDING"

“Rebecca and her team have taken wonderful care of our two kittens and we trust them completely…What truly sets Rising Sun apart is the level of personal care. Each team member knows our cats’ habits and personalities as if they were their own. They get plenty of playtime and snuggles, and the absolute best is the detailed visit updates with photos. ”

KAREN S.

"A GREAT FIND"

“Finding people you can trust to come into your home and care for and about your fur family is everything. Friendly, professional and trustworthy. They clearly love her and take such good care of her. I feel better about leaving her when I know they will be coming to see her. I absolutely tell everybody about them and what a great team they have.”

LOUISE C.

"LIFESAVERS"

“Rebecca and her staff have been lifesavers. We have four dogs and one cat and wouldn’t trust them with anybody else. She spends so much time with them, and takes such great care of all of them. Words can’t express how comforted we are when she’s at our home. We can actually enjoy our vacation and not worry about our pets.”

RAE G.

"BEYOND A RELIEF"

“If I could give 6 stars I would! I cannot describe how thankful I am for this team and the service they provided our family! Being away from our home and animals is so hard - but having such reliable and professional service with constant communication (and photos!) was beyond a relief! I HIGHLY recommend Rising Sun for your next trip away!!!”

NICOLE V.

"TRULY OUTSTANDING"

“Rebecca and her team have taken wonderful care of our two kittens and we trust them completely…What truly sets Rising Sun apart is the level of personal care. Each team member knows our cats’ habits and personalities as if they were their own. They get plenty of playtime and snuggles, and the absolute best is the detailed visit updates with photos. ”

KAREN S.

"A GREAT FIND"

“Finding people you can trust to come into your home and care for and about your fur family is everything. Friendly, professional and trustworthy. They clearly love her and take such good care of her. I feel better about leaving her when I know they will be coming to see her. I absolutely tell everybody about them and what a great team they have.”

LOUISE C.

"LIFESAVERS"

“Rebecca and her staff have been lifesavers. We have four dogs and one cat and wouldn’t trust them with anybody else. She spends so much time with them, and takes such great care of all of them. Words can’t express how comforted we are when she’s at our home. We can actually enjoy our vacation and not worry about our pets.”

RAE G.

"BEYOND A RELIEF"

“If I could give 6 stars I would! I cannot describe how thankful I am for this team and the service they provided our family! Being away from our home and animals is so hard - but having such reliable and professional service with constant communication (and photos!) was beyond a relief! I HIGHLY recommend Rising Sun for your next trip away!!!”

NICOLE V.

"TRULY OUTSTANDING"

“Rebecca and her team have taken wonderful care of our two kittens and we trust them completely…What truly sets Rising Sun apart is the level of personal care. Each team member knows our cats’ habits and personalities as if they were their own. They get plenty of playtime and snuggles, and the absolute best is the detailed visit updates with photos. ”

KAREN S.

"A GREAT FIND"

“Finding people you can trust to come into your home and care for and about your fur family is everything. Friendly, professional and trustworthy. They clearly love her and take such good care of her. I feel better about leaving her when I know they will be coming to see her. I absolutely tell everybody about them and what a great team they have.”

LOUISE C.

"LIFESAVERS"

“Rebecca and her staff have been lifesavers. We have four dogs and one cat and wouldn’t trust them with anybody else. She spends so much time with them, and takes such great care of all of them. Words can’t express how comforted we are when she’s at our home. We can actually enjoy our vacation and not worry about our pets.”

RAE G.

"BEYOND A RELIEF"

“If I could give 6 stars I would! I cannot describe how thankful I am for this team and the service they provided our family! Being away from our home and animals is so hard - but having such reliable and professional service with constant communication (and photos!) was beyond a relief! I HIGHLY recommend Rising Sun for your next trip away!!!”

NICOLE V.

"TRULY OUTSTANDING"

“Rebecca and her team have taken wonderful care of our two kittens and we trust them completely…What truly sets Rising Sun apart is the level of personal care. Each team member knows our cats’ habits and personalities as if they were their own. They get plenty of playtime and snuggles, and the absolute best is the detailed visit updates with photos. ”

KAREN S.

"A GREAT FIND"

“Finding people you can trust to come into your home and care for and about your fur family is everything. Friendly, professional and trustworthy. They clearly love her and take such good care of her. I feel better about leaving her when I know they will be coming to see her. I absolutely tell everybody about them and what a great team they have.”

LOUISE C.

"LIFESAVERS"

“Rebecca and her staff have been lifesavers. We have four dogs and one cat and wouldn’t trust them with anybody else. She spends so much time with them, and takes such great care of all of them. Words can’t express how comforted we are when she’s at our home. We can actually enjoy our vacation and not worry about our pets.”

RAE G.

"BEYOND A RELIEF"

“If I could give 6 stars I would! I cannot describe how thankful I am for this team and the service they provided our family! Being away from our home and animals is so hard - but having such reliable and professional service with constant communication (and photos!) was beyond a relief! I HIGHLY recommend Rising Sun for your next trip away!!!”

NICOLE V.

"TRULY OUTSTANDING"

“Rebecca and her team have taken wonderful care of our two kittens and we trust them completely…What truly sets Rising Sun apart is the level of personal care. Each team member knows our cats’ habits and personalities as if they were their own. They get plenty of playtime and snuggles, and the absolute best is the detailed visit updates with photos. ”

KAREN S.

"A GREAT FIND"

“Finding people you can trust to come into your home and care for and about your fur family is everything. Friendly, professional and trustworthy. They clearly love her and take such good care of her. I feel better about leaving her when I know they will be coming to see her. I absolutely tell everybody about them and what a great team they have.”

LOUISE C.

OUR TOP FAQs

Absolutely! Rain, shine — and yes, even in New England snow — we’re out caring for our furry friends. The only exception is during severe or hazardous weather conditions when travel and being outside is unsafe for our team or the pets in our care. During the snowiest months of January and February, we do not offer vacation pet sitting services so we can focus on safely caring for our regular dog walking clients.

We understand that pet care doesn't always take a holiday! If you're looking for care over a major holiday, please reach out to us to check our availability. We'll always do our best to accommodate your fur family's needs.Please note that a $20 per visit holiday fee applies throughout the holiday weekend. To allow our team time to celebrate with their own loved ones, we are closed on Christmas Day.

We’re proud to care for pets throughout Central Massachusetts. Our pet sitting service area is Auburn, Douglas, Grafton, Millbury, Northbridge, Oxford, Sutton and Webster. See our Dog Walking and Daily Visits page for information about our dog walking service area. If you’re nearby but don’t see your town listed, please reach out. We’ll review your location and if you’re out of our service area, we can provide you with a trusted re“fur”al to a trusted fellow professional.