Pet Sitting and Dog Sitting, Greater Sudbury
Looking for a Pet Sitter in Greater Sudbury?
We get it. Most people searching for a pet sitter in Sudbury just want someone they can trust to look after their dog while they are unavailable. Whether you need care for the day or care while you travel, Max and Joy offers exactly that. Read on to find out which of our services fits what you actually need.
Home-Based, Not a Kennel
Max 3–4
Dogs
Locally Owned and Insured
GPS Tracking & Photo Updates
What Are You Looking For?
Choose the situation that matches yours
We offer home-based dog care, not in-home pet sitting. Your dog comes to our home. Check our services to see which of our services fits what you need.
Your Situation
Someone to watch my dog during the day
You are at work, out for the day, or need a few hours of cover. Your dog comes to our home for the day.
From $35 + HST
Your Situation
Someone to care for my dog overnight or while I travel
You are going on a trip and need a trusted place for your dog to stay. They live with us in our home.
From $65 + HST
Your Situation
Someone to walk my dog while I am at work
You need a midday walk or daily walks. This is the one service where we come to your door.
From $22 + HST
Pet Sitting in Greater Sudbury
What People Are Actually Looking For
When most Sudbury dog owners search for a pet sitter, they usually mean one of two things. The term pet sitting gets used for both situations, even though they are quite different in practice.
At Max and Joy, we have a specific service that fits each of those needs. Here is how to figure out which one applies to you.
Overnight or Multi-Night Care
Someone to look after your dog for a few nights while you travel
| Feature | Daycare | Boarding |
|---|---|---|
| Goes home at end of day | ✓ | — |
| Stays overnight with us | — | ✓ |
| Structured daily routine | ✓ | ✓ |
| Home-based, not a kennel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Max 3 to 4 dogs | ✓ | ✓ |
| Same caregivers always | ✓ | ✓ |
| Daily photo updates | ✓ | ✓ |
| Meet and greet required | ✓ | ✓ |
Our Pricing
We keep it simple. No contracts, no surprises.
You need daytime care
Doggy Daycare
You are at work, out for the day, or just need a few hours of cover
Half Day (up to 4 hours)
$35+HST
Full Day
$45+HST
You need overnight care
Dog Boarding
You are travelling or away for one or more nights
Per Night
$65+HST
Multi-night stays?
Have a Question Regarding Pricing?
Give us Call on +1 (249) 979-0220 or email us on info@maxandjoy.com
Why This Works Better
Why Home-Based Care Often Beats Traditional Pet Sitting
Traditional pet sitting (where a sitter comes to your home) works well in some situations. But there are real advantages to having your dog come to a dedicated, home-based care environment like ours.
Your Dog Is Never Alone
In traditional pet sitting, a sitter might visit for 30 to 60 minutes and then leave. With us, your dog is in a home with people present throughout the entire day or night. No unattended periods.
A Familiar, Consistent Environment
After the meet-and-greet, our home is already familiar to your dog before their first day or stay begins. The same space, the same people, the same routine every time.
The Same Caregivers Every Time
No rotating staff, no whoever-is-available-today. Your dog builds a real relationship with our team. That consistency makes a significant difference to anxious or sensitive dogs.
Small, Compatible Group
Every dog in our care has been assessed and introduced properly. Maximum 3 to 4 at a time. No surprises and no dynamics that have not been checked before a dog joins the group.
Regular Photo Updates, Not Silence
Daily photos and check-ins are standard in everything we do. You will always know how your dog is doing without needing to chase anyone for a response.
Professional, Experienced Handling
We are experienced with anxious dogs, reactive dogs, and dogs that need thoughtful management. This is not basic babysitting. We understand dog behaviour and it shows in the results.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Pet Sitting
No. Dog walking is the only service where we come to you. For daycare and boarding, your dog comes to our home. We made this decision deliberately and it leads to a better care experience for the dogs we look after.
Simple: if you need care during the day while you are at work or out, that is daycare. If you need care overnight or while you are away for multiple nights, that is boarding. Get in touch and we can help you figure out which fits your situation.
Our home-based services are set up for dogs. Get in touch and tell us about your pet and we will let you know whether we can help.
Yes, for both daycare and boarding, before your dog's first session. It is quick, it helps your dog get comfortable with our home, and it means the first actual session goes much more smoothly.
We serve most of Greater Sudbury. For dog walking, you need to be within our service area. For daycare and boarding, you drop your dog off at our home, so most of the region works.
Limited Spots Available
Find the Right Pet Care
in
Greater Sudbury
Not sure which service is the right fit? Get in touch and tell us a bit about your dog and your situation. We will point you in the right direction, and if we are not the best fit we will tell you that too.
