Meet the Pet Sitters
At Happy Hearts Pet Care LLC we contract with wonderful pet sitters who are reliable, pet loving people that have been providing services with our company for years and know how to uphold our high standards of service to our valued clients. Our sitters have taken pet CPR & first aid training, have passed a criminal background check with the Michigan State Police and are covered with bonding and liability insurance.
You will have the opportunity to meet any contracted team member that would be caring for your pets and home so you can feel comfortable and confident with the person providing care. You can also have peace of mind knowing that there will ALWAYS be someone from our service available to care for your pets no matter what circumstance might arise.
See our Pet Sitting Services page to see how we can help you and your pets.
Click the photos to learn more about our pet sitters.
Kim
Administrative Assistant

Kim
Kim has been a Ann Arbor area resident and animal lover her entire life. She joined the Happy Hearts Pet Care team in June 2018. She has over 12yrs of experience working with all types animals while working at a local horse farm, a pet hotel and for 5 yrs she worked as a animal care technician and animal intake at the Humane Society of Huron Valley.
Kim has proven to be a valued team member with her knowledge of pet health and behavior and her true compassion for all of our furry and feathered friends.
Megan

Megan
Animals have always been a huge love of mine since I was a child. I have lived in the Ann Arbor area my whole life. I now live in Saline with my husband, our 3 children, our 3 rescue dogs – Callie, Skip and Indigo, and our in charge senior cat Buddy.
I have worked in pet care and dog walking for over 5 years. I love spending time with animals and getting to know their individual personalities. I love going on walks with dogs, it is a great way to get to know them. I try to make each visit enjoyable so they look forward to the walks just as much as I do.
Pam

Pam
I have been a pet sitter for several years and love spending time with all different kinds of animals. I am looking forward to meeting you and your pets!
In my free time I enjoy bowling and hanging out with my 2 dogs, 2 cats and my non-furry family too.
Laurie

Laurie
I moved to Ann Arbor February 2018 after living in Florida for the last 25yrs – a reverse snowbird! Spent a few months settling in, playing in the garden and now I am so thrilled to be apart of the Happy Hearts Pet Care team!!
Loving and caring for pats has always been a part of my life – growing up we shared our home with 3 dogs, 6 or more cats, lots of guinea pigs, gerbils and a sweet cockatiel. It really made me appreciate the unconditional love our animal friends offer us and how they make our life and our world so much brighter.
My husband I now share our home with 4 formerly feral felines – they are living the good life now having gracefully transitioned from street cats to pampered pets. Only 3 0f our 4 showed up for my photo – Lucky, Billy and Singy…. Missing is our love bug boy – Smiley!
I am looking forward to getting to sharing the love and helping Happy Hearts care for your pets.
Maddi

Maddi
Hi! I’m Maddi and I just recently moved to the Ann Arbor area at the beginning of 2026 from Missouri and I am so happy to be a part of the Happy Hearts team. Though I’m relatively new to the area my love for animals traveled with me. I was apart of a pet sitting team in Missouri and am always the happiest getting to meet so many new furry faces!
I have many animals of my own who are my pride and joy, consisting of my two pups and many cats, all of whom are rescues! I used to have ferrets and rats and absolutely loved having them. I’m experienced in an array of animals anywhere from monkeys to fish! I’m so excited to meet your pets!
Mason

Mason
Although I was my parent’s first born, I was welcomed into the world with my three Beagle sisters. The majority of my childhood photos include these dogs sitting on my lap or licking my face. Since then, I have always had several dogs in my life, and I was even able to convince my family to welcome two feral cats into our home! Growing up I always wanted a lizard, but my mom drew the line at reptiles, though over the years I have kept frogs, fish, rats, chinchillas, and even a hedgehog!
Over my 7 years of pet-care I have cared for just about every type of household pet I can think of. From Potbellied pigs to giant Argentine Tegu lizards, I’m comfortable with caring for any type of pet imaginable.
I am currently working to receive my BFA from Eastern Michigan University in sculpture, and am planning to attend graduate school to receive my Master’s degree. When I’m not looking after animals, I can be found in my studio working on one of several ongoing projects.
Beth

Beth
Position
Hello, my name is Beth Quillen. I have lived in Ann Arbor since 2001. I have had experience with dogs my whole life, from the pets I had growing up, to the dog I now have with my family. I especially love going on walks but I am definitely a more enthusiastic walker than my own dog. My 3 year old Coonhound is named Taco but I think we should have named him Couch Potato. It works out great that I get to take other dogs for walks. It brightens my day to see their furry faces.
Providing great service to my clients is very important to me. I always strive to give your pets that same kind of care and attention I would want for my own.
Kimi

Kimi
Hello! I’ve been surrounded by cats and dogs my whole life, often at the same time. My family kept old-English sheepdogs while I was growing up and then branched out to keep several mixes. Currently, I live with my grandparents between Ann Arbor and Saline. Up until three years ago, I lived in Illinois. I worked as a daily dog Walker and pet sitter in Chicago for three years and adopted a calico kitten I named Holly. Holly is now five and rules the household!
Out of all the jobs I’ve had, pet sitting is the one that’s truly made me happy. I love connecting with the animals I look after and, by extension, their owners. I look after the pets like they were my own and take great pride in the quality of my service.
I attended Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and graduated in 2011 with a major in English and minors in Asian Studies and Creative Writing. Pet sitting inspired me to write the April Gladdis Dog Walking Mystery Series under the pen name Alexa Windsor! The first entries in the series are completed and I’m working on the third. Sometimes the dogs and cats I watch make it into the book as cameos!
Shona

Shona
Hello! My name is Shona. I taught elementary school for 23 years, I’m an artist, and I love animals!!
I am also a therapy dog handler. I love training and playing, walking and talking with animals. I love being outside!
I’ve had many pets and opportunities to be around animals throughout my life, including my last three golden retrieves.
I really look forward to working with you and your pets. I’m not afraid of snakes, love horses, cats, dogs and creatures big and small.
Amy

Amy
Before pet care I was a social worker in geriatric settings. I have a bachelor degree in Social Work & Gerontology. I have also been teaching fitness classes since 1999 and am currently a fitness instructor to seniors in Saline.
Visiting your pet is a nice complement to my week and I always look forward to it! In years past we have used dog walkers and pet sitters for our pets. It provided a comfort and satisfaction in knowing that our dogs were looked after and exercised. It is my hope that I can be that comfort for you too.
Travis

Travis
Sara

Sara
I spent my entire life living in the Dexter-Ann Arbor area, surrounded by animals. Growing up, I participated in the 4-H program, in which I showed horses. I currently volunteer at the Maybury Farm in Northville, where they have alpacas, goats, pigs, horses, cows, chickens, etc. I’ve previous worked at a dog groomers, a doggie day camp, and pet sit on occasions. Someday, I hope to own my own therapy farm. I look forward to getting to know all your four-legged children and taking good care of them.
Dana

Dana
Hello and thank you for stopping by! My name is Dana, and I am excited to assist you with your pet needs. Growing up on a farm, animals have always been an important part of my life. I live with my two cats and a guinea pig, and my attention is required.
I am friendly, outgoing, and easy to get along with. I work hard for you and your animals because I believe every pet deserves tender loving care and to be treated like family. Additionally, I am the mother of four grown children. Now that I have some free time, I am also attending Eastern Michigan University, where I hope to earn a degree in Therapeutic Recreation.
Thank you again for stopping by, and I hope you have a wonderful day!
Alice

Alice
Hi! My husband and I have been very satisfied Happy Hearts clients for about 20 years. We have had multiple cats with unique health issues and have always felt comfortable leaving them in the care of Lee and her team. I know first-hand the excellent pet care they provide, and I am thrilled to join their team.
I’ve lived in the Ann Arbor area for over 40 years and during that time have shared my home with cats, rats, mice, doves, and fish. When I’m not playing with my kitties you can find me in the yard digging, pruning, planting, and petting the neighborhood cats and dogs.
I am looking forward to spending time with your pets and giving them the same love and care as I do my own.
Mia

Mia
Hi! I’m Mia and my heart is so happy to be able to be a part of the Happy Hearts team!
I love learning about and caring for all kinds of animals, with my personal experiences including dogs, cats, fish, rodents, and birds, with babysitting a few more kinds or animals as well. Some of the next kinds of pets I would love to have include shrimp, stag beetles, and my dream of having my own Shiba Inu. I have had a special love of dogs since I was a child, always making it a goal to better understand how and what dogs try to communicate to us with what they have.
While I’m at home with my own pet in my lap (my sweet and silly kitty), I love drawing and ideating my own worlds, characters, and creatures. I am always being inspired by the world around me and all of its lovely animals.
Audra

Audra
I grew up in Chicago, and my parents allowed only goldfish as pets. Fast forward many adult years (25 of them, and counting, in Ann Arbor), and my own family has included children, hamsters, a dog, a parakeet, pet meal worms, several flocks of chickens, and more than a handful of years of backyard honeybees. I came to realize that I love nurturing life – be it natural areas and the wildlife within them, home settings with all sorts of pets and plants, and children who are naturally curious and need to flourish (in my professional life I became a children’s librarian). I’ll meet your pets where and how they are, with love and kindness, and make sure they’re nurtured while in my care.
Sadie

Sadie
Denise

Denise
I am relatively new to Ann Arbor. My husband and I lived in Findlay, OH for 20 years where we raised our 2 daughters. We decided to downsize our now empty nest and move into our next phase with new adventures.
I absolutely love animals and and getting to know their individual personalities.
I have experience with cats, dogs, guinea pigs, and hamsters and I am excited to meet & care for your fur babies!
Kelly

Kelly
Lauren

Lauren
Hi, I’m Lauren and I just recently graduated from the University of Michigan, where I studied Applied Exercise Science. I’m currently continuing my education at U-M while earning my Master’s in Management, so I’m excited to be able to stay in Ann Arbor a little longer and spend more time caring for your pets!
I grew up in Whitmore Lake, Michigan, and I’ve always had a love for animals. At home, I have a dog and about 20 chickens, so I’ve had plenty of experience caring for animals my whole life and understand how important it is to make sure they feel happy, safe, and loved.
Outside of school and work, I enjoy running, baking, hiking, and exploring new coffee shops around Ann Arbor (I drink a lot of coffee!). I’m so happy to be part of the Happy Hearts Pet Care team and look forward to meeting you and your furry friends!
Kim

Kim
I’m originally from the east coast and have moved around a bit. I moved to Michigan in March of 2023 to care for my senior mom who has dementia and is now in memory care.
My first dream was to be a veterinarian, but I went into nursing instead. I am now retired from nursing after 37 yrs!
I have always loved animals. I grew up with cats and dogs, I have experience with birds, turtles, chickens, fish, guinea pigs, goats and learned to love and care for Horses while living in Colorado.
Learning to actually listen to animals has been a very important lesson for my career and life in general. Just like people, every animal is unique!
I am happy to be part of the Happy Hearts Pet Care team and look forward to providing lots of love, cuddles, play, and exercise to your pets and making them feel safe in their own home.
Allie

Allie
Living with pets has only strengthened my appreciation for the unique personalities and needs of every animal. I’m passionate about providing the highest level of care possible and treat every pet as if they were my own – with patience, kindness and plenty of love! Joining Happy Hearts Pet Care brings my passion to life and I’m so happy I could be apart of this team. I can’t wait to meet you and your furry.
Jordan

Jordan
Katy
