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Buddy Sitting

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.

04/07/2025

POV your friends are all animals (literally & figuratively) 😆🐾🦍🐺🦘

03/30/2025

✨Spotlight Sunday✨ goes to Ms. Maisy! Maisy blended right into dog camp a few years ago and has been a wonderful asset to the Friday crew ever since🌲🥾

☁️ Likes: smelling new things, cookies, being in the company of her friends and having freedom in the trails

☁️ Dislikes: Maisy is your typical lab and doesn’t have any quarrels/ complaints 😂🐾

03/28/2025

Dusting off my stethoscope and stepping into my Vet Tech role for the day! Looking forward to reuniting with some furry friends and brushing up on my skills 🩺🐕‍🦺 Hope to see you there 3/29 8-12!

03/27/2025

I'm completely blown away to be nominated!!! 🙌 Voting is now live until April 22nd - I'd be forever grateful for your support!! 🐾💗

https://bostonbusinesswomen.com/the-boston-business-women-awards/

or check out ’s page to cast your vote! You can vote daily until April 22nd!

03/20/2025

The project, called Darwin's Cats, aims to enhance our understanding of feline behavior and genetics.

03/20/2025

Happy Spring!

Now that it's warming up, we want to remind you about the importance of the Leptospirosis vaccine to protect your pets (and you)!

This deadly disease is preventable with an annual vaccine from your veterinarian. The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) , WSAVA - World Small Animal Veterinary Association , and American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) have reached a consensus that this vaccine should be considered "core" (always recommended) for pets. Protect yourself and your dog by vaccinating!

Learn more from the CDC at https://www.cdc.gov/leptospirosis/about/index.html

03/13/2025

Just here for size comparison 😆🐾

02/25/2025

ARNNE is happy to announce the date of this year’s Annual Rabies Clinic… March 29th, 2025 . In coordination with the town of Pelham, NH, we will be offering low cost rabies vaccinations and other services such as microchipping, nail clips, and ear cleaning. Please see details on the flyer. Pass to anyone in need

01/11/2025

“Please normalize hearing ‘no’ OR even better, normalize ignoring more dogs in public. Let them carry on with their handler and admire them from a far. It would do a world of good for dogs and humans everywhere”

Why yes my dog would LOVE to say hi, but I’m still going to say “no thank you” and move on. Why?

1. Because I want my dog to learn that every time we see people it doesn’t mean it’s a party for him. I’d like him to continue his focus on us together as a team and not create conditioned excitement and expectation every time we are approached by someone.

2. Because I don’t know what saying hi means to you. Will you politely touch him? Will you allow him space to move away if he wants? Will you put your face too close to his? I don’t want him to have a negative experience so I’m going to avoid that by continuing our walk.

3. Because maybe I feel overwhelmed or stressed in public places and conversations with strangers may make me uncomfortable, so even though you’d like to talk and meet my dog, I’m protecting myself too.

4. Because we’re in a rush and have to get something done quickly.

5. Because I said no. Even social, sweet, friendly dogs and their handlers have every right to say “no” to a request to meet and be touched by people. This shouldn’t just apply to reactive, worried or bubble space dogs. Dogs are not public property, and saying “no thank you” to touching my dog shouldn’t be regarded as rude or unkind, any more than if a stranger asked to hold my baby.

Please normalize hearing “no” OR even better, normalize ignoring more dogs in public. Let them carry on with their handler and admire them from a far. It would do a world of good for dogs and humans everywhere, trust me.

- Helen St. Pierre

01/10/2025

Train the Trainer w/ was a week filled with gratitude, great people, pups and food; along with new techniques and sight seeing.

For the upcoming year I am very much looking forward to teaching the Buddy Sitting community all that I’ve been learning in the last 3 years 💝 stay tuned for training offerings launching January 1st!! ⚡️📦

P.S. If you ever find yourself in or around Templeton, CA I highly recommend staying at . Thanks for the hospitality, friend ✨

01/09/2025

I am frequently asked ‘How do you get the dogs to sit so well?’ While there are many factors involved, I have to give credit to the food I bring along— it plays a big role in keeping them in an eager, learning-focused state.

01/01/2025

Four years ago, I started this journey with a heart full of love for animals and a mission to provide the best care for your furry family members. Thanks to your trust and support, Buddy Sitting is celebrating its 4th anniversary!

This milestone is all about YOU and your amazing pets. To show my gratitude, I’m thrilled to announce a brand-new offering: Back to Basics group training programs designed to help your pets thrive.

Here’s to many more years of happy tails and wagging adventures together! To inquire please email: [email protected]. I look forward to seeing your inquiry!

Warm hugs and belly rubs,
Kelsie
CEO of Buddy Sitting

12/07/2024

Lately, it’s been easy to get swept up in my to-do’s and uncontrollable mishaps of the day— which I honestly do my best not to do. My patience was really tested this week and my response was not always the best. But this raw, unsettling feeling is what I love about working with dogs. I’m forced to self reflect, check in with my energy and ask myself the hard hitting questions like — What’s working/ not working? What can I do to make this situation or experience better? Because how I show up matters and as the dogs’ coach, it’s my responsibility to know when and what form of pressure/ praise to give and to make sure everyone is comfortable and safe. My only aspiration is that I am a good coach to them 💝

thanks to the universe for pushing buttons this week, it changed my perspective and am ready to enter the new week with this altered mindset. Hoooraaah!

12/01/2024

✨Spotlight Sunday✨ goes to Sophie & Jaxson!! I will typically visit these two for sleepovers while their owners are out of town. There is history of toy & food resource guarding so, keeping that in mind I wait until they finish their food before leaving the room and am sure that there are no toys in the house for them to guard. Aside from that these two are low maintenance pups who just enjoy my company and being outside 💝

11/14/2024

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

10/11/2024

✨Spotlight Sunday (from 9/8)✨goes to Tedy!! Tedy has been my co-pilot since I started Buddy Sitting full time almost 4 years ago 🤯 During this time he’s helped many friends transition into group, logged numerous walking miles and marked a great deal of locations/ trails 😂

☁️ Likes: cookies, chasing the occasional squirrel, climbing rocks/logs, acting as a patrol officer in group and warming the front seat

☁️ Dislikes: when he gets booted to the back seat 😆

☁️ Fun Fact: he’s a service dog!🎖️

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Pelham, NH
03076

Website

http://www.buddysitting.com/

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