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Buddy Sitting is an off road doggy daycare alternative that works around the individuals wants, needs and grade school level. www.buddysitting.com Hello!

We offer solo/group walks, in home pet sitting, cat care, training, medication admin and wedding services. My name is Kelsie, and I’m the founder and owner of Buddy Sitting. Ever since I was a child, I’ve had a deep love for animals, and I always knew that my passion would eventually become my life's work. I began my journey at the age of 14 by volunteering at a local shelter, and by 16, I landed

my first job working in a kennel. I went on to study Animal Science at Middlesex Community College and later Biology at the University of Massachusetts. Over the years, I’ve worked as a Veterinary Nurse at several reputable small animal hospitals across Massachusetts. While my love for veterinary medicine remains strong, I realized my true calling was with dogs. Instead of focusing on their physical health in a clinic, I wanted to help dogs feel their happiest and healthiest by addressing both their physical and mental well-being. I founded Buddy Sitting eight years ago, inspired by my late dog Buddy, who will forever hold a special place in my heart. Buddy wasn’t just my dog—he was my best friend and my soulmate. I adopted him while working at a kennel that also housed local strays. During my time there, I noticed many animals would refuse to eat, cower, or display fearful behaviors. This observation led me to create a service focused on the dogs who struggled in social settings, offering pet sitting in the comfort of their own home. Since then, my business has evolved, and while we still offer at-home pet sitting, we now focus primarily on dog walking and training. Buddy Sitting is a unique alternative to traditional doggy daycare. We offer dogs the chance to explore the outdoors and experience new environments that stimulate their senses. After completing a detailed intake form to assess your pet’s individual needs, I tailor each experience to ensure they have a fulfilling, safe, and enjoyable time. With less time spent in cages and more opportunities for socialization, our goal is to help your dog learn good manners and feel mentally and physically enriched. Our adventures vary daily, giving dogs fresh sights, smells, and experiences. These excursions include, but are not limited to, trail walks, beach outings, mountain adventures, and even sleepovers. Buddy Sitting provides a peaceful and enriching experience for your dog while you take care of your own tasks, knowing they’re in good hands.

09/18/2025

A nice little throwback 😌

09/17/2025

So, what’s Buddy Sitting all about? Let us fill you in 😌

09/12/2025

Different day, same rest spot 🥹🫶
(These pics are from 2022 to present)

I’m often asked “what’s your favorite part of your job?” And honestly, there are so many favorite parts and moments I get to be apart of that it’s hard to pick just one. So here’s a quick list:

- getting to know my clients (both human & animal) so well that the lines between friend, family and client merge.

- after a walk, when all the dogs are fulfilled and tired and they take a little tiger snooze in the back utilizing one another for comfort (emotionally or as legitimate pillows)

- when I see learning progress 🥲

- when their parents tell me their dog knows my name or what day it is.

- how well acquainted the dogs are. The frequent fliers have bffs 👯‍♂️

- seeing and chatting with the household children. I think this is important because it sends a subtle message that you can make a living doing what you love. Plus learning about their own interests or seeing them catch the bus is adorable.

- the way owning a business gives me the freedom to stay creative and passionate, continue learning, and cultivate a strong sense of community.

To name a few 😆

From the bottom of my heart—
Thank you to the Buddy Sitting community for believing in the work I’m doing and inviting me into your homes 🫶

09/08/2025

Two points of view 😎

09/03/2025

Just a midweek hello from us 🧡🍂

09/02/2025

A few days ago, after our shift, we witnessed a concerning incident that questioned dog owner responsibility-and serves as a good lesson for parents.

A family out for a walk-two adults, presumably the parents, and three young children, estimated to be about 4, 6 and 10 years of age.

The 6-year old was holding the leash of the family's 55-60 lb dog.

When the family arrived at an intersection (off a busy Rt 109), they stopped to wait appropriately for the crosswalk signal.

During the wait, the youngest child displayed typical child-button -pressing enthusiasm, and soon enough the 6-year old joined her, fully distracted from the dog of which he was 'holding' the leash with his other hand.

As the crosswalk indicator flashed to proceed, the parents and the eldest child began to cross the street, appearing presumptuous that the other two children (and the dog) were following behind them; however, the young pair was still engaged with 'the button'.

The dog, understandably not enjoying being stifled by the pole activity, saw the rest of the family nearly on the opposite side of the street, and pulled away from the 6-year old, darting out into the street, narrowly missing being struck by an SUV which was approaching the intersection. The young boy appeared unphased with a casual 'oops' body/shoulder expression once he realized the dog was no longer next to him, and turned his attention back to his sister and 'the button'.

Parents, we understand that children often ask to hold the leash of the family dog, however, children often lack maturity, attention span, physical strength, competence, multitasking skills, risk assessment, awareness of surroundings, and understanding of a dog's behavior and the unexpected actions the dog may take-and therefore, their hand may not be the best hand to be at the other end of the leash.

To prevent incidents, adults should always supervise children with dogs or handle the dog themselves.

Additionally, both adults and children should understand that dogs often behave very differently when outside of the home and property.

Public leashwalking by a child should only be considered after the child has mastered all of the above criteria, and after such has been practiced with affirmed competency in a controlled environment.

A motor vehicle accident, a dog fight, a bite or even a simple knockdown, can cause serious injuries to both dogs and humans. And fault for such incident may very well fall on the family- as 'control' is just as important and lawful as is 'leashed'.

[Image: a child being pulled by an uncontrolled dog]

08/28/2025

As a solo entrepreneur I listen to a lot of self help books to help maintain my drive, mindset and to challenge my reasoning. Recently, I listened to Arnold Schwarzenegger’s book ‘Be Useful’ and to my surprise found many similarities within our belief system. Here’s one quote (out of many) that stood out to me:

“As you think about this thing you want to do, or the mark you want to make in this world, remember that your job is neither to avoid failure nor to seek it out. Your job is to bust your ass in pursuit of your vision-yours and nobody else’s-and to embrace the failure that is bound to come.”

And something I follow up with in my head when I’m scared —
“I laugh in the face of danger” - The Lion King 😆

08/22/2025

Crisp mornings, warm memories! Throwing it back to last fall with my friends. Happy Friday from all of us 🫶🍂

08/08/2025

The end of an era! Our beloved posing rock has been relocated 😭

so many memories were made and it was a rite of passage for many to learn how to climb on it

These pictures span from 2023-2025 🫶

07/09/2025

Happy 16th birthday to my baby dog, Min! It’s been quite a ride 🫶🧁🎢 love you long time

(July 3rd post)

10/13/2024

✨Spotlight Sunday✨ goes to Chesney!! Chesney is another Buddy Sitting OG and has been with me since I started my entrepreneurial journey full-time. When we first started together in 2021, Chesney was super shy and not really food motivated; but, over the course of about a year he started to break barriers and blew caution to the wind. Fast forward to today— he will check in with me on trail and pester me for his reward 😆 he expects one after he is freed from the door boundary too 💗🍪😊

☁️ Likes: hanging with his friends, trying to hump (my dog) Sadie 😓🫢 and when I come by to pick him up.

☁️ Dislikes: undoing the Velcro on his reflective vest. However major improvements with that too!!

☁️ Fun Fact: I went to high school with his mum

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Pelham, NH
03076

Website

http://www.buddysitting.com/

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