Enrichment-Focused, Fear Free Pet Care for Pets Who Deserve More

In-home pet sitting, Enrichment Walks, and private dog training for dogs, cats, birds, and small animals across Fitchburg, Madison, Middleton, and Verona.

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The Sploot Pet Difference

Fear Free Certified

‍Every member of our team is trained in a Fear Free approach — meaning low-stress, choice-led care that puts your pet's emotional well-being at the center of every visit.

Enrichment-First

We don't just show up and check the boxes. Every visit is an opportunity to make your pet's day genuinely better. Enrichment isn't extra — it's essential.

Consistent Caregiver Pairing

Your pet works with the same caregiver every time. That familiarity builds real trust — especially important for shy, anxious, or senior animals.

Every Species Welcome

Dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas. We understand that different animals have different needs, and we show up prepared for all of them.

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Services for Every Pet and Every Schedule

Pet Sitting→

In-home drop-in visits for dogs, cats, birds, and small animals. Enrichment-first, Fear Free, and tailored to your pet's routine.

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Pet Taxi→

Calm, stress-aware transport to vet appointments, daycare, and beyond.

Enrichment Walks→

Sniff-led, exploration-first walks that give your dog a genuinely great experience — not just a loop around the block.

Dog Training→

Force-free, science-based training personalized to your dog and your life. From fundamentals to reactivity.

We Know Your Pet

Different species have different needs. Find the care and enrichment approach built specifically for your animal.

Cats →

Routine-centered, enrichment-first cat care for the independent spirits who secretly need more than they let on.

Birds →

For finches to parrots and every species in between, we follow your bird's routine, and we're ready for bath time.

Dogs →

From enrichment walks to overnight care, reactive dog support to training, all of it built around your individual dog.

Small Animals →

Rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas are anything but low maintenance. We hold the line on hay no matter how persuasively they beg.

Why Pet Parents in Madison Trust Sploot Pet

Caregiver Pairing

Your pet works with the same caregiver team every visit, not whoever is available. That consistency builds real trust over time, and trust is what allows your pet to relax and enjoy their care.

Science-Based, Force-Free Care

Everything we do is grounded in the latest animal behavior science. Positive reinforcement, gentle handling, and choice-led interactions, because how your pet feels during care matters just as much as what gets done.

Real-Time Communication

Every visit comes with a detailed report card and photos so you know exactly how your pet is doing. Arrival and departure alerts keep you connected in real time — no wondering, no worrying.

Fully Insured and Certified

Insured, bonded, and Fear Free Certified. Our team holds Pet First Aid and CPR certification and maintains several professional memberships because accountability and training aren't optional when it comes to someone's family.

Happy Clients & Furbabies

  • “[Sploot Pet] sent us many pictures and regular updates throughout our trip. We could tell she was giving excellent care to our babies the whole time we were gone.”

    Maia J. & Furbabies Remy and Ronin

  • “We are so grateful to Sploot Pet for help with dog walking and housesitting. Jenny is responsive, reliable, smart, and most important, our dogs love her and are enriched by spending time with her. We completely trust her and greatly appreciate her help."

    James S.

  • “Sploot Pet is truly the BEST for your pets! Jenny was punctual, followed feeding, walking, and playtime instructions meticulously, and even sent regular updates with photos. Knowing Ellie was in good hands for the two weeks while I was away made my trip so much more relaxing and enjoyable."

    Ryan

  • "Sploot Pet really knows and understands quirky dogs...and their guts! She goes way above and beyond in communicating, photos, videos, thinking ahead, even watering plants in a very hot dry holiday weekend."

    Karen I.

  • "Sploot Pet looked after our Great Pyrenees while we were out on a week long vacation. She provided really nice updates with pictures each visit which was wonderful."

    Dan P.

  • “Outstanding! Lots of pictures Excellent pet care"

    Pam V

  • "Sploot Pet was an awesome dog walker and house (hotel) sitter for Keeper on our road trip to Madison last week!"

    Steve K.

  • "The Sploot Pet team have been absolutely phenomenal for us and our pups. I come home to tired, happy, healthy dogs every time she stops by."

    Rupert A.

  • " Sploot Pet brought Remi over a puzzle type toy to stimulate Remi's mind while we were away. Remi is pacing at the front door looking for Jenny now that we are back home!"

    Karen I.

  • "They were both insightful and helpful with each update and even left Christmas movies playing to keep our girl company when she was away. Would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a pet sitter."

    Dan P.

Meet the team

Trusted professionals. Loving, dedicated, and experienced. Positive force-free care. Fairly compensated W2 employees. Science-based & education-focused. Bonded and insured.

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Every new client starts with a meet & greet — a chance for your pet to get comfortable before care begins. No pressure. Just a good first hello.

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