VAL'S PALS, Home Pet Care

05/31/2026

I know it seems like I've been MIA lately, but I want to assure you that my PALS are still, and always will be, who I consider my extended pet family.
Members of my current client list are VIPs, the families and pets that have come to be the nearest and dearest to me over these past 30 years. I'm only accepting new clients on a discriminating basis. Of course, the most important point is the connection between me and the pet, but the family's relationship with their pet is just as significant.
Most recently, I met a Shilo Shepherd, a breed I've never had the opportunity to know. In addition to all the qualities I've come to value in Shepherds, she promises to elevate my experience to a whole new level.
Photos to come when I care for her next month.

02/08/2026

These two darlings, Grace and Bonnie, just joined the VP family of daily visits. They literally jump for joy when I walk in and scramble around my feet, until I drop to my knees for a lovefest.
Bonnie, the smaller of the two, is a rescue. Her family was told that she's about 6 years old, just a few years older than Grace. They have a sisterly bond that's undeniable and so heartwarming.

07/14/2025

I had to say goodbye to my darling Bella last week. She was an amazing, brilliant combination of beauty, intelligence, kindness, loyalty and love. My heart is shattered.
Thank you to all the PALS who have expressed their sympathy and brought me comfort these past days. More than ever, my VAL'S PALS family enrich every day.

04/30/2025

One of the many blessings and thrills of being a pet care provider is meeting them as pups or kittens and caring for them throughout their lifetime.
This is Beau, April 2016, and him today. He still has a spring to his step and the same affectionate personality he's demonstrated all his life.
His family has always shared their home with English Mastiffs. I'm proud to say they continue to entrust them to my care.

02/23/2025

Facebook has just notified me that they're shutting down VAL'S PALS page. I understand I haven't made many FB postings in quite a while, but since I lost Arnie, other things have required my attention. Be assured, VAL'S PALS is going strong, still lavishing love on your pets and accepting new clients in the Long Valley area.
I and my hand selected team continue to raise the bar for home pet care.
I will respond and initiate friend requests for all clients. You're not only a friend, you're family. And nothing is more important than family.

01/13/2025

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12/07/2024

11/04/2024

Charlee and Abby, your dose of cute for the day.