Home Away From Home Pet Service
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    • Dog Walking
    • Pet Taxi
    • Adventure Walks
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    • Doggy Daycare
    • Homestays
    • Drop-In Visits
    • Dog Walking
    • Pet Taxi
    • Adventure Walks
  • Book Now
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Homestays

Keeping Routines & Tails Wagging — Pet Care In Your Own Home

Many pets thrive in the comfort and security of their own home, which is why we offer our homestay service as a thoughtful and stress-free alternative to traditional pet boarding. With our homestay service, your pet can continue to enjoy their usual routine—whether it's lounging on their favorite couch, playing in the yard, or simply curling up in their bed—while receiving the highest level of care. From feeding and playtime to companionship and snuggles, we make sure that your pet feels loved and comfortable throughout their homestay. Your fur baby can enjoy the peace of mind that comes from being in their own home, while you can relax knowing they’re in caring hands. 


Homestays are especially beneficial for dogs who prefer to avoid other animals, experience anxiety in unfamiliar settings, or simply enjoy one-on-one attention. We’ve also worked with cats who crave affection and often dread their owners’ departure. Our experienced pet sitters are dedicated to providing attentive, one-on-one care, ensuring that your pet's emotional and physical needs are met. Whether you have an older dog who feels most at ease at home, a cat who dislikes being left alone, or you simply want to keep your pet in their own environment, our homestay service is the perfect solution.  


At Home Away From Home Pet Service, we understand that every pet—and every schedule—is unique. That’s why we offer a range of flexible homestay options designed to provide your pet with the personalized care they deserve, whether you're away for a few hours or several days. From standard and extended stays to overnight care and daytime visits, our goal is to ensure your pet feels safe, comfortable, and loved in the familiar surroundings of your home. 


We provide complimentary meet n greets to allow you and your pet to get acquainted with your pet sitter. Our professional pet sitters are insured, bonded, background checked, and certified in pet care, first aid, and CPR, ensuring your pet receives the highest standard of care. During your homestay, your pet sitter will send you daily photos and updates, so you can relax and enjoy your time away. Your fur baby will appreciate staying in their routine, while your pet sitter provides all the love, attention, and care they deserve.

Homestay Pricing

Explore our rates page to find pricing options tailored to fit both your schedule and your pet’s specific needs. 

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Before You Book: Homestay Guide

Homestay Hours

We provide a variety of homestay options to ensure your pet gets the ideal care, whether you're away for just a day or an extended period. These are our standard homestay options and hours, but we’re happy to adjust them to accommodate both you and your pet sitter's schedule. 


Standard Homestay
Our Standard Homestay includes overnight care from 9 PM to 7 AM, with two 30-minute daytime drop-in visits or walks during midday and supper time. You can customize your service by adding extra visits, additional walks, or even extending overnight care hours to better fit your pet's needs. Overnight and drop-in visit times can be adjusted to accommodate both your schedule and your pet sitter’s, as long as both parties agree.


Extended Standard Homestay

Our Extended Standard Homestay includes overnight care from 9 PM to 7 AM, with two 60-minute daytime drop-in visits or walks during midday and supper time. You can customize your service by adding extra visits, additional walks, or even extending overnight care hours to better fit your pet's needs. Overnight and drop-in visit times can be adjusted to accommodate both your schedule and your pet sitter’s, as long as both parties agree.


Overnight Homestay
This option provides dedicated overnight care from 9 PM to 7 AM. You can also choose to extend the hours for additional overnight support, ensuring your pet’s comfort and safety throughout the night. Overnight times can be adjusted to accommodate both your schedule and your pet sitter’s, as long as both parties agree.


Daytime Homestay
Our Daytime Homestay offers flexible care during the day with a minimum booking of three hours. If more time is needed, you can easily add extra hours to ensure your pet gets the care and attention they deserve. For added flexibility, you can customize your daytime homestay by adding extra drop-in visits or walks as well. Daytime care is available from 7 AM to 9 PM. 

Additional Services

Enhance your pet's stay with our premium add-on services designed to keep them happy, healthy, and refreshed.


Additional Drop-In Visits or Walks: Looking to provide your pet with extra care during the day? You can easily add additional drop-in visits or walks to your homestay booking. These extra visits or walks can range from 15 to 60 minutes, ensuring your pet receives personalized attention tailored to their unique needs. Additional drop-in visits and walks may incur mileage fees. Kindly navigate to our drop-in visits or dog walking service pages to explore all the details for booking additional drop-in visits or walks. 


Additional Overnight Care: Want your pet to enjoy more personalized nighttime care? You can add extra overnight care hours to your standard, extended, or overnight homestay booking, ensuring your pet stays comfortable and on track with their routine. 


Pet Taxi: Our professional pet sitters are happy to provide safe and reliable pet transportation. Our pet taxi service offers a convenient and stress-free solution to get your pet to and from appointments, a friend's house, or another destination. Kindly navigate to our pet taxi service page to explore all the details for booking a pet taxi.  


Dog Baths: Treat your pup to a refreshing spa experience with our standard dog baths, designed to leave them feeling fresh, clean, and pampered with a gentle shampoo, conditioning treatment, and cozy towel dry. 


Adventure Walks: Treat your dog to an exciting, energy-packed two-hour outing that promotes exercise and mental stimulation. We explore local trails, parks, and scenic routes, providing a fun and enriching experience. Kindly navigate to our adventure walk service page to explore all the details for booking an adventure walk. 

What To Expect During Homestays

Customized Feeding & Medication

Prioritized Health, Safety, & Comfort

Prioritized Health, Safety, & Comfort

  • Follow all feeding instructions, dietary requirements, and food restrictions 
  • Monitor your pet's appetite and eating habits to identify any changes in health or behavior
  • Ensure fresh water is always available, especially after walks and outdoor play
  • Administer medications as directed, including pills, injections, subcutaneous fluids, and inhalation treatments
  • Careful monitoring during treat and feeding time to prevent choking and ensure safety
  • Ensure proper rest before and after meals to reduce the risk of bloat 


Prioritized Health, Safety, & Comfort

Prioritized Health, Safety, & Comfort

Prioritized Health, Safety, & Comfort

  • Supervised potty breaks and play sessions to maintain safety
  • Cautious monitoring of outdoor activities, especially during extreme temperatures
  • Daily exercise and activities to keep your pet engaged and active
  • Consistent routines to provide comfort and reduce stress 
  • Litter box maintenance and clean-up according to your instructions 
  • Clean-up of any accidents promptly 
  • Home and property surveillance to ensure your home is safe and secure
  • Plant watering to keep your greenery healthy

Personalized Care & Communication

Prioritized Health, Safety, & Comfort

Personalized Care & Communication

  • Tailored care designed to meet you and your pet’s unique needs
  • One-on-one attention, plenty of cuddles, and lots of love from your pet sitter
  • Positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior
  • Option to add dog bath, adventure walk, and pet taxi add-on services (additional fees apply)
  • Collection of mail and packages as needed
  • Management of trash and recycling during your absence 
  • Daily photos and written updates to keep you connected and informed during your pet's homestay

Your pet's well-being is our top priority. If you have any additional care instructions, please let us know—we are always happy to accommodate! 

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Homestay Gallery

Home sweet home for your pet—see our homestay moments!

Benefits of Homestays

  • Personalized Care
  • Comfort of Home
  • Maintained Routine
  • Potty Breaks
  • Playtime
  • Companionship
  • Decreased Stress & Loneliness
  • Reduced Boredom & Anxiety
  • Home & Property Surveillance 
  • Mail, Trash, & Plant Watering Tasks Included
  • Worry-Free Vacation
  • Peace of Mind


Our team of professional pet sitters are certified in pet care, first aid, and CPR to ensure the highest standard of care for your pet. We provide detailed written updates and photos during every homestay to keep you informed and connected. .

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Home Away From Home Pet Service, LLC

Sioux Falls, South Dakota

605-214-4107

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