AllCompanion Pet Care

04/15/2025

I am so excited to level up at the first-ever DogCo Summit! 🐾🎉

As AllCompanion grows, I am always looking for ways to better serve my clients and show up for the Maple Grove community with intention, transparency, and care. The DogCo Summit is all about learning the business side of professional pet care — an essential part of expanding not just our services, but also our impact. It is a chance to build on fear-free, species-informed care by developing a sustainable, thoughtful approach to running a business — one that supports the local community through high-quality care and, potentially, by creating jobs in the future.

🎟️ Early bird pricing ends TOMORROW (April 15), so head to dogcosummit.com to grab your ticket!

Please let me know if you are going — I would love to connect at the conference! 💛

04/09/2025

Hey family, Drae here.

In case you didn’t see my last post, I wanted to share that my family recently experienced the death of our beloved boy, Ohanzee. While I’ve grieved many beautiful beings before, and though he transitioned peacefully, this grief is unlike anything I’ve known — heavy, layered, and made even harder by the heartbreak I already carry for the world as it navigates all of its happenings.

April is a busy month, and I won’t be prioritizing social media right now. My focus is on continuing to provide the thoughtful, compassionate care your families deserve, while also caring for myself and my own family as we grieve our beloved cat son, Ohanzee.

All services will continue as normal. If you have visits scheduled, I will be in touch as usual through report cards and messages on Time To Pet. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with service requests — I am here to support you and your companions.

Thank you for your patience, your understanding, and for being here. I am sending love and healing energy to each of you and hoping you find moments of rest, connection, and joy with the ones you love.

With care,
Drae

04/04/2025

Last night, we had to say “goodbye” to our eldest cat kid, Ohanzee — just three days before his eighth birthday. We truly thought we had many more years together.

I rescued him as a tiny kitten from the mountains, and in his time with us, he moved cross-country three times, made so many friends, ate the best foods, and lived a full, adventurous life. Nothing in his health screenings ever indicated anything was wrong — until yesterday, when he suddenly struggled to breathe. We rushed him to the emergency vet, where he was placed on oxygen. They found fluid in his chest cavity and confirmed he was in heart failure.

Even as his body failed him, he showed us love — head-butting us and his nurses, despite gasping for air. He looked at us with a knowing gaze, then walked himself over to the blanket they set out, sprawling out just as he always did in the warmest sunspot. We knew then that keeping him alive any longer would be for us, not for him. And love sometimes means letting go.

Euthanasia carries a stigma, but in reality, it is an act of love. In a world shaped by humans, where so many species suffer from worsening health conditions, compassionate release is sometimes the kindest, most humane choice. We wanted more time, but we knew Ohanzee deserved peace.

My heart aches, but my partner reminded me that we should celebrate him even more than we grieve him. Because while his body has moved on, his spirit, love, and impact remain.

Hug your companions a little tighter today. Give them an extra treat, an extra walk, an extra playtime. Celebrate them while they’re here. And when the time comes, know that you’re not alone.

For pet loss and bereavement resources, visit the LinkTree in bio.

🌈 Rest easy, sweet Ohanzee. My sweet shadow, my mountain boy. I know this isn’t really goodbye — it is only a “see you later.” 💖

03/24/2025

📅 2025 Calendar Update!

Spring and summer are filling up fast with all kinds of visits — adventures, drop-in pet sitting, and more! 🐾 If you’re planning ahead, you can always submit a request, and I will let you know if I can accommodate. Even if a date looks full, double-check — I can usually make it work! If not, I’ll let you know if alternative care is needed.

📝 I’m unable to accept requests for the fall and winter at this time.

I appreciate you all for being an important part of the AllCompanion family. Thank you for your ongoing support! 💕😊 As always, please let me know if you have any questions and I will be happy to help.

03/21/2025

Yesterday, we welcomed the spring equinox 🌸 — a time of balance, renewal, and transformation. As birdsong fills the air and bare branches bloom, we are reminded that change is woven into the rhythm of life.

We, too, are part of these natural cycles. No matter how much we try to distance ourselves from them, life moves forward. And in that movement, we face the bittersweet truth that those we love — our family, our friends, our beloved animal companions — must one day continue on without us, or we without them.

Grief can feel like the lingering weight of winter, cold and heavy in its absence. But just as the earth thaws and softens, there comes a time when love shifts, when sorrow is carried alongside gratitude. The lives we’ve shared, the joy, the laughter, the quiet moments… they are never truly gone. They have simply transformed, much like the world around us does with each passing season.

This spring, as the earth wakes and life stirs, we honor those who have moved on. We celebrate the gift of having known them, of having walked this path together for a time. Though their physical presence is no longer with us, their love remains, woven into the fabric of our days.

And just as the first blooms push through the soil after the longest winter, love endures. It grows in the space they’ve left behind, in the warmth of our memories, and in the joy of knowing that, in some way, they are still with us.

To those who have journeyed on, we hold you in our hearts always.

03/19/2025

After every single service, you can expect a report card — not to grade your companions (because let’s be real, they’d all get A+’s in my book), but to keep you in the loop about their care. I’ll let you know if they took their meds, if anything seemed off (not in an emergency way, just notable things like potty habits or mood shifts), and, of course, all the fun we had together.

Writing these updates is one of my favorite parts of the job. Just like every visit is filled with play, connection, and love, I make sure each report card reflects that too. I want you to smile when you read them, to feel completely at ease knowing your companions — and your home — are in safe, trustworthy, and compassionate hands.

Here’s what’s included in every report:

📝 A detailed written report about your companion’s behaviors, adventures, and more
✔️ Additional notes about potty habits, medications, and anything else worth noting
📸 Photos to make it feel like you never missed a moment
🎥 Sometimes even a video!

Whether you’re at the office, traveling abroad, or just out enjoying your day, you deserve peace of mind. Just like your companions get personalized care to prioritize their well-being and happiness, you deserve to feel that same reassurance. 💛

03/14/2025

Rosie and the rest of the AllCompanion family are zooming, rolling, leaping, and strutting into the weekend! Remember to play, find joy, and relax — just like our companions do. Have a great weekend, everyone! 🐾✨

03/13/2025

When I first met Leeloo in January 2023, she made it very clear that I was not welcome in her world. Hissing, growling, and keeping as much distance as possible — her message was loud and unmistakable.

Leeloo isn’t a fan of new people, and I was no exception. But our situation was especially tricky because she needed insulin shots twice a day. She hid under beds, avoided me at all costs, and even refused Churu treats if I so much as held the tube. Just getting close enough to sit beside her felt like an impossible milestone.

Over the last two years, our progress has been slow. So slow that some days, it was hard to see at all. But progress isn’t always loud or obvious — it’s in the little shifts, the tiny moments of bravery.

Like when she started staying in one place for her injections instead of running to hide.

Or when she chose to leave her safe space in the basement to eat, drink, and even lay near me.

Or when she accepted neck rubs without a single hiss or growl.

And just recently, my personal favorite milestone: she gave me a slow blink. If you know cats, you know what a big deal that is.

Moments like these remind me why I do what I do. Professional pet care isn’t just about cuddling cats or enjoying peaceful hikes (though those moments are nice!). It is about earning trust, even when it takes months or years. It is about regulating my own energy to help your companions feel safe. It is about respecting their boundaries while also providing the care they need — especially when it comes to something as sensitive as medication administration.

We can’t explain to our companions why we’re doing what we’re doing, so we have to show them through patience, consistency, and love. We have to listen when they speak through flattened ears, a tucked tail, or a wary stare.

Leeloo still speaks up when she’s upset — she likely always will, and that’s okay. But she also trusts me enough to let me care for her. That trust is something I will never take for granted.

On that note, Leeloo, this one is for you. 💖 Thank you for your strength, trust, patience, and those beautiful slow blinks. It is an honor to be here with you now.

03/12/2025

"Touch" (hand targeting) is one of my favorite cues to teach! 🐾💡 It’s a super versatile skill that works as a mini-recall, helps redirect attention from distractions, and makes walks more engaging and fun.

Today, I was so proud to tell a client how well her pup responded to touch during our walk! 🐶 When she asked why this cue is so useful, I shared this video — it explains it perfectly. I highly recommend watching to see how touch can benefit your dog (or cat)! ⬇️

In this video, part of Fear Free's dog training series, you’ll learn how to teach your dog to respond to a request to touch your hand,

03/10/2025

Minnesota’s “second winter” brought plenty of snowy fun, and the Weekday Walkies crew made the most of it — watching the flakes fall, rolling in fresh powder, zooming through the drifts, and cozying up inside. But as magical as winter has been, we’re more than ready for sunshine, birdsong, and all the muddy paw adventures ahead! 🌿☀️🐾

03/04/2025

March 1st wasn’t just AllCompanion’s birthday — it was also ! 🐷 While we don’t currently care for any pigs, many pigs helped shape AllCompanion into what it is today.

Through my time volunteering at Blackbird Ranch Farm Sanctuary I was lucky enough to befriend and love some incredible pigs — like Fred, who loved belly rubs, and Meadow, my best bud and an infamous escape artist. I got to feed them pumpkins, guide everyone to their barn at night, and watch Mile, Fiona, and Stanley root around as they lived their best pig lives.

I’ve also had the honor of meeting the beautiful residents at Farmaste Animal Sanctuary where pigs get to simply *be* — free from harm, enjoying tasty treats, and staying cozy in their cozy hay beds.

Pigs are incredibly intuitive, resourceful, and dynamic beings. Here are 6️⃣ fun facts about our porcine friends:

🐷 They have excellent spatial memory and can navigate complex mazes.
🐷 They form deep social bonds and communicate through over 20 distinct vocalizations.
🐷 They love to play! From splashing in water to tossing around balls, pigs enjoy enrichment just as much as any other animal companion.
🐷 They dream, just like dogs and cats, often replaying their daily adventures while they sleep.
🐷 Pigs aren’t dirty — they keep their sleeping areas clean and separate from where they go potty, and only roll in mud to cool off and protect their skin from the sun.
🐷 Pigs have powerful snouts that help them root through soil and turn over heavy objects!

To support your local pig friends, consider becoming a monthly donor for Blackbird Ranch Sanctuary and Farmaste Animal Sanctuary. Their work fosters compassion and better interspecies relationships every day. 💛

Donate to Blackbird:
https://www.patreon.com/Blackbirdranchsanctuary

Donate to Farmaste:
https://www.farmaste.org/give

03/03/2025

We’re celebrating three years of AllCompanion! 🥳 On March 1, we hit a milestone — three full years of care, connection, and sharing life with the best companions around. Every adventure, taxi ride, walk, and drop-in service has been a joy and privilege to provide.

To the Maple Grove community and everyone who has supported my small business over the years — thank you! Your trust and support mean everything. It is a privilege to care for your companions, and we’re just getting started. Here’s to many more years ahead! 💛

02/22/2025

“Walking the Dog Day” at Caliper Apartments was a blast! 🐕 We loved meeting so many sweet pups and their guardians, handing out pup cups, and tossing treats for them to sniff out and enjoy. Plus, one lucky winner took home over $50 in free pet care!

As part of the fun, we got to share why fear-free pet care matters — helping dogs feel safe, respected, and understood. We introduced families to as an alternative to dog parks, showed off some handy tools like citronella spray and used p**p bag holders, and chatted about local recommendations.

✨ A few highlights:
🐾 Happy pups enjoying their pup cups
🐾 Exciting treat-sniffing sessions for the pups who preferred space
🐾 Highly-favored treats for cat parents to share with their kittos
🐾 Thoughtful conversations on building trust & reducing stress

Big thanks to Caliper Apartments for hosting us and to every pet guardian who stopped by! We are honored to introduce your community to AllCompanion’s award-winning care.

02/18/2025

Bear is always on his way — whether it is him trotting through the neighborhood, crawling into laps for pets, or settling into the snow to simply observe the world. I first met him when he was just a tiny puppy, and now at 10 months, he is still the same sweet, lovable guy — just a little bigger, a little braver, and just as adored by everyone who passes by.

Being a small pup in a big world isn’t always easy, but Bear is growing in confidence every day. His parents make sure he has everything he needs, from fresh meals to timely potty breaks — even on their busiest days. Puppies (and all dogs!) shouldn’t go more than 4-6 hours between potty breaks, and Bear’s family ensures he’s cared for whether they’re out for a date night or away for the day by scheduling visits with AllCompanion.

At AllCompanion, no two visits look the same. Walks, meals, companionship — whatever your companion needs, we make it happen so you can enjoy life and have peace of mind that your furry, feathered, or scaly family members are getting the best care. Just like Bear, they deserve nothing less. 💛

02/14/2025

Carver wanted to write his parents a Valentine today, but try as he might, his thumb-less paws just couldn’t get a good grip on the pen. When I walked into the room, he looked up and asked for a little help. Of course, I said, “Wow, Carv, you are such a sweetie — your parents are going to love this! Just tell me what you want to say.”

Together, we brought his vision to life, creating a heartfelt little Valentine. 💝 And sure enough, his parents loved it — so much that his mama even shed some happy tears. Per her request, Carver then received all the big, obnoxious kisses from me on her behalf, because he will always be her big, handsome Valentine. And because he is my Valentine now too, I made sure he had tasty treats of his own!

I feel so lucky to have so many amazing Valentines this year, including Carver and everyone in the AllCompanion family. Wishing each and every one of you all the love today and always!

02/13/2025

Dinah and Alice have a mom who truly understands what her girls need. While Dinah is a playful kitten who thrives on cuddles and play, Alice experiences separation anxiety and finds comfort in familiarity. Even though she wasn’t climbing onto my shoulder like her sister, she still benefited from extra visits — having someone move through the house the way her mom does, turning on relaxing music, spreading catnip, sharing treats, and simply being present.

Cat care isn’t one-size-fits-all. Just because they’re independent doesn’t mean they don’t need companionship, enrichment, or tailored care. Whether it’s playtime, medications, or just quiet reassurance, every visit is shaped around what *they* need. And their parents? Always kept in the loop with updates on everything from bathroom habits to the little moments that show they’re feeling safe and at ease.

More visits mean more comfort, more peace of mind, and happier cats — just ask Alice and Dinah could attest to after a peaceful week together. 💛

02/12/2025

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For the next time somebody says your prices are too high, remember all of the work you have put in and all of the dedication you bring. 💪

We all know it’s not all puppy cuddles and kitty kisses! Pricing is difficult, not exactly a linear process, and is something we have to approach from our own viewpoint and background.

You are worth it! ✨

02/12/2025

Let’s talk about Bert and Ernie — two of my feathery clients. 🦜 Ernie, the classic little brother, loves to pick on Bert — always chattering just a little too close and picking a little too much —but at the end of the day, they’re inseparable. They play hard, snack hard, and always find their way back to each other to clean each other and cuddle.

Parakeets are effective communicators. They sing when they’re content, chirp endlessly in conversation, and even give sharp little “tsk’s” when something (or someone) annoys them.

These two are great communicators themselves! And when they aren’t chattering, they spend their days playing and sorting through their food to pick out their favorite seeds, tossing the rest just for fun, and snacking on fresh veggies like green beans — because making a mess is half the joy.

But for all their fun and games, their care is no joke. Parakeets have incredibly sensitive respiratory systems, meaning their space has to stay clean and free from strong scents, dust, or fumes. A fresh, well-kept environment keeps them happy, comfortable, and healthy — just as they should be.

And lucky for Bert and Ernie, they have not only a loving family, but an AllCompanion caregiver who also provides that clean space, their nourishing foods, clean water, and fresh snacks! 🥒🥕🥦