AllCompanion Pet Care

09/16/2025

As I read through these kind and generous reviews, I am all smiles. Not just because they are filled with love, but because they reflect the heart of what All Companion is truly about: thoughtful, compassionate care for animal companions and their guardians.

Whether you’ve welcomed me into your home to care for your beloved companion, or you’ve reached out for resources, please know how much it means. Every single review that follows — on Google, Facebook, Yelp, or Nextdoor — helps other families in Maple Grove find the care they’ve been searching for.

To everyone who has taken a moment to share your experience: thank you. You are helping not only my small business but many other wonderful families!

If you’ve felt supported by AllCompanion and feel compelled to share your experience, I invite you to do so using the links in my bio. I would be happy to hear from you. 💛

09/11/2025

At AllCompanion, we care for animals through connection, trust, and safety. As a certified fear-free provider, we do not use fear, force, or pain. We believe that animals deserve to feel safe in their bodies and in the world around them.

That same belief extends to humans.

For generations, harm, violence, and division have been normalized. Fear has been used to control. Disconnection has been used to divide. We are taught to harden ourselves, to choose a side, to see difference as a threat. And it is costing lives. Across species, across communities, across time.

But fear does not build trust. Violence does not create safety. Whether we are working with an anxious dog or witnessing the harm in our world, the answer is the same: we must lead with love.

Love is not weakness. Compassion is not passive. These are practices. They take courage, consistency, and regulation — just like the care we offer to every animal we meet.

We cannot keep repeating cycles of harm, fear, division, and violence.

No more fear. No more violence. Only love.

09/09/2025

Gus, Ember, Albert, and Lucy are showing us how long leads can turn routine walks into real adventures. 🐾 Want to give your companion more freedom? Read how in our latest blog post:

Through AllCompanion Pet Care, I prioritize giving animal companions as much choice and freedom as possible while keeping them safe. One of the ways I do that, especially during hiking adventures, is by using long leads. Long leads create space for exploration, natural movement, and autonomy, withou...

08/27/2025

Happy ! 🐶

The relationship between dogs and humans has been evolving for thousands of years. What began as a connection based on mutual survival led to the needs of both humans and dogs to shift. With that shift came new expectations, many of which do not reflect who dogs truly are.

In the modern Western world, dogs are often expected to live in controlled environments that overlook their sensory needs, natural behaviors, and communication styles. They are expected to be calm in overstimulating spaces. To stay still when they want to move. To tolerate long hours of isolation. To be quiet rather than use their voice. Some expectations are in place for safety, but many exist only for human comfort.

Dogs have been manipulated, objectified, and exploited for centuries. But we have the opportunity to do better. We can honor dogs as sentient individuals, each with their own feelings, preferences, and needs.

Every dog I have met, from the companions I grew up with to the couple-hundred I’ve cared for professionally, has reminded me that while patterns exist, individuality always matters most.

Many common ideas about dogs are based on outdated and harmful theories. Concepts like dominance, pack structure, and control continue to shape how humans treat dogs. These ideas ignore how far removed dogs are from their wild ancestors and keep us from seeing them clearly, and often create harm when there could be connection instead.

There are better ways to live alongside dogs — ways that focus on respect, agency, and understanding. Here are a few ways to do so:

😴 Respect their rest and quiet time.
🧠 Learn and respond to their body language.
🍖 Encourage natural behaviors, like chewing, digging, and shredding in healthy and safe ways.
🐕 Know that four paws are faster than two, and let them lead on walks when possible.
🎾 Offer species- and breed-specific enrichment.
💝 Adopt dogs who already exist instead of supporting breeders who capitalize on the objectification of dogs.

To every dog who has welcomed me into their world: thank you. I see and appreciate you. May us humans continue to learn and unlearn this Dog Day, and every day that follows. 💚

08/22/2025

“The more details, the better.” That is my motto when welcoming new families to AllCompanion.

Every relationship starts with a phone call, a setup of a family profile on Time To Pet, and an in-person Meet & Greet. Through each step, we gather as much information as we can: daily routines, how to access the home, which plants need water, where leashes can be found, where to toss p**p bags, and so on. But some of the most important details are learned slowly with time and consistent care.

Like how Harvey naps by the wall heater, loves birdwatching, and only chases toys tossed just right. How Babu flops on her side for chin scratches the moment I arrive, and only after food, treats, and a clean litterbox is she ready to play. How Sienna grows anxious if someone walks behind us, so we pause behind a tree for a treat time, and wait for her to shake it off.

Albert signals the end of each walk by munching on some grass. While Mambo loves affection, he values space, especially around his meals. Gus lays down mid-walk just to stare, and only butt scratches and stick chases get him moving again.

Carver naps in a pose called the “tiny dancer” and walks are a dance to avoid rabbit pellets, cicadas, and dry worms. Duchess is not a fan of people, but she needs a twice-daily pill and only one specific treat works for her during our visits. Bear has specific post-dinner potty spots.

Tucker and Rudy weave around each other, and every visit starts with a scent game to channel some of their high energy. Pepper, an elderly pup who is blind and losing her hearing, finds me by scent and steps gently into my lap when she knows it is me.

Some companions need extra play. Some need silence. Some need to be carried. Some just need to be seen.

At AllCompanion, care comes from noticing. Remembering. Being fully present.

Because, to me, the little things aren’t little. They are everything.

08/16/2025

Allow your dogs to be dogs, your cats to be cats, and so on. Everyone deserves to live as naturally as possible.

08/12/2025

“Gracias a la vida que me ha dado tanto,” entre ellos el amor de Duna y Perla, y la confianza de sus padres.

For the past year, I had the privilege of caring for Duna () and Perla (). I provided drop-in pet sitting visits so they could stay happy and comfortable in their own home while their parents traveled. Perla received her daily medication, Duna wore her Thundershirt and listened to calming music during storms, and every visit was centered around care, respect, and love.

Our time together always included their personalized meals, fresh water, playtime, and lots of cuddles. In the frigid winter months, they would warm their toes by the fireplace — specifically Ms. Perla as she would “sploot” with her back legs stretched behind her. While she enjoyed each visit with a sense of calm, Duna was always excited to zoom around and tell me all about who and what she saw through the windows!

Even when their parents were home, I was lucky enough to visit twice a week for midday walks. These breaks gave Duna the chance to sprint like the track star she is, while Perla took her time sniffing around like the neighborhood detective.

Recently, we had to say a bittersweet goodbye as their family embarked on a new adventure. They moved out of state for an exciting opportunity, and though I miss them dearly, I am so happy for what lies ahead for them. I think of the girls often, especially during the times we would have been out on one of our walks.

Duna and Perla’s beloved papá is a talented photographer. Before their move, he learned how to use a new film camera by capturing moments of their life in Minnesota. Once the rolls were developed, he gifted me this photo of me and the girls. I’ll treasure it always, just like I will treasure the memories of our silly outings and cozy afternoons together.

08/09/2025

Happy ! 😻

The AllCompanion family includes so many wonderful beings — from parakeets to bearded dragons, reactive pups to tropical fish— and I love each and every one with my whole heart. But I will be honest… there is a very special corner of my heart reserved for cats. (Yes, I’m definitely biased as a cat parent myself! 😅)

Cats are often misunderstood. People assume they are “low-maintenance” or don’t need much interaction, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. While it is true that many are more self-sufficient than other species, they still thrive with consistent care, enrichment, and connection — even if it is just the quiet presence of someone nearby.

Litter robots, fountains, and auto-feeders are convenient, but they can make it hard to track important changes in eating, drinking, or potty habits — all of which are key signs of health. Cats are known for masking illness, so consistent, attentive care truly makes a difference.

I often hear, “Just one visit every other day is fine — they are independent!” But independence does not mean a lack of need. It means we have to be more intentional in how we meet those needs.

Cats are also hunters at heart as obligate carnivores. If they are “not playful,” chances are we just haven’t found their play style yet! Try wand toys under blankets, big plush toys they can bunny kick, or cat-safe plants to nurture both their bodies and minds. 🌱🧶

And please, keep your cats indoors! Outdoor access can harm both your cat and local wildlife. Cats left outside face injury, illness, cars, and predators — especially if they were declawed before their humans learned how damaging that is.

Cats are deeply communicative, intuitive beings. Every flick of the tail, slow blink, or silent stare is filled with meaning. They may not speak our language, but they do speak — we just have to learn to listen.

So today, celebrate your cats with love, however they prefer it. A Churu, a new feather toy, a fresh patch of cat grass, or even a little space to snooze in peace.

And please give them love from me, too! Thank you for trusting me to care for your incredible feline family. 💛🐾

08/05/2025

What is a highlight from the times you shared with your companion(s) today? 💖

07/23/2025

🌿 Unavailable July 24th-30th 🌿

AllCompanion will be unavailable for all services during the dates listed above to recharge and return refreshed for the rest of summer! Regular scheduling resumes July 31st, and I will respond to all requests and messages within 24-48 hours of my return. In the meantime:

🗓 Existing Clients: Please double-check your bookings and submit fall requests.
🐾 New Clients: Visit our website to get started!

Thank you for your understanding. I will miss your companions so much and cannot wait to see them next week! 💚

07/16/2025

Sometimes the world feels like it’s spinning faster than we can keep up. It is a true privilege to do work that slows me down in the best ways. Your companions remind me to pause, breathe, and notice the small good things happening all around us.

I am so grateful for the trust you place in me to care for your companions with patience, gentleness, and respect. My hope is that by moving through this work with intention and care, I help create a little more space for you to slow down too — to savor every moment with loved ones, to delight in a delicious meal on a date night in the city, to wander the world with peace of mind knowing your beloved companions are safe and content at home.

May each visit and every silly picture be a reminder that you have steady, compassionate support here whenever you need it. It is an honor to care for your beloved ones and help make our little community feel safe, connected, and truly seen.

Thank you for being here, for your trust and care, and for being part of this wonderful AllCompanion family. May we keep looking out for one another, for turtles crossing the road, for fireflies that remind us to stay curious, and for all the furry, feathery, and scaly beings who make our houses feel like home. 🌱✨

05/12/2025

On this Mother’s Day, we celebrate not only the mothers who care for human children, but those who are adopted mothers to companions, mothers of other species, and Mother Earth. 🌸🐾

Mothers of all species sacrifice much to bring and nurture new life in this world — including Mother Earth herself. Beyond sacrifice, they can embody compassion, empathy, love, and intuition in their truest forms. It is a true blessing to be loved by a mother.

For those of you who do not care for human children, I still witness that motherly love that you extend to your furry, scaly, and feathery children. It is beautiful to see how that love can transcend species. All animal species, including humans, are capable of that deep unconditional love. It is apparent that each of you extend that to your animal companions.

From the quality food you feed them to the safe homes that you offer, it is amazing to see how you go above and beyond their basic needs. Rather than simply coexisting with an individual of another species, you ensure that they are comfortable, loved, and feel free to be their authentic self. It is truly an honor to offer the professional pet care that you sought out to ensure they’re comfortable even as you travel or navigate life. I always hold onto that same unconditional love as I care for your interspecies families, and it truly is an honor to do so. Likewise, it is an honor to celebrate each mother out there — whether you care for humans and companions, or you are the adopted parent of a companion only.

And, following the cycle of life, mothers aren’t always there. Sometimes mothers choose to leave and sometimes they don’t. Just as well as a motherly bond can be celebrated and appreciated, it can be grieved.

Whether you are celebrating or grieving today, I want to wish you all a happy Mother’s Day. I hope that each of you are able to rest, nourish yourself, and experience the same love and care that you put out into the world.

Thank you for being you, and for your continued trust and support. I appreciate each of you and cannot wait to celebrate another week of spring with you and your companions!