Claws and Paws Pet Sitting Service

Claws and Paws Pet Sitting Service Owned and operated by Gina McGrath, we offer in home pet sitting for all pets, as well as pet taxi. Contact us for a free consult!

We have years of professional pet sitting experience, are licensed, have liability insurance, and great references. Claws and Paws Pet Sitting Service provides loving, experienced pet care in the comfort of your own home. We are licensed , and serve the North County San Diego towns of Encinitas, Cardiff, Leucadia, Olivenhain, Carlsbad, San Marcos and San Elijo Hills. We are fully insured and have

years of experience. Claws and Paws is owned by Gina McGrath. We strive to provide the best possible care for your pets while you are at work, on a business trip, or an extended vacation. We care for dogs, cats, small animals, horses and livestock, exotics/reptiles and birds. We offer daily dog walks, 1-4 visits/day, overnight care, pet taxi service and more! We offer services on holidays, weekends, and evenings, for your convenience.

09/22/2025

🐾 Monday Mood: Some pets bounce into the week with endless energy… others give us that “5 more minutes, please” look. 😴 Whether it’s zoomies or snoozies, we’re here for it all—and ready to make Mondays a little brighter for your furry friends. 💛

How’s your pet handling the Monday vibes today—team nap or team play?

09/20/2025

So happy a client I hadn't heard from in 3 years reached out. Her last dog passed away at that time but they just got a new puppy and ready to start traveling again and wants to continue our relationship and start services. Can't wait to meet the new puppy!

🐾✨ Happy Responsible Dog Ownership Day! Today is all about celebrating the love, care, and lifelong commitment we make t...
09/20/2025

🐾✨ Happy Responsible Dog Ownership Day! Today is all about celebrating the love, care, and lifelong commitment we make to our furry family members. 💛

At Claws and Paws, we’re proud to support pet parents by providing reliable, compassionate care for every pup we’re entrusted with—because they deserve nothing less. 🐶🐾

Happy Saturday! We wanted to spotlight some of our adorable canine friends that were visited this past week 😍Featuring T...
09/20/2025

Happy Saturday! We wanted to spotlight some of our adorable canine friends that were visited this past week 😍
Featuring Theo the Shih Tzu, Odo & Dax the Chihuahua mixes, Cassie & Cooper the Cattle Dog mixes, and Rafi the Bernese Mountain Dog! ❤️🐶🦮🐕🐾

🦷🐾 Did you know regular tooth brushing can add years to your dog’s life? Dental health is just as important for pets as ...
09/20/2025

🦷🐾 Did you know regular tooth brushing can add years to your dog’s life? Dental health is just as important for pets as it is for us—but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming!

Follow these simple steps to make brushing your pup’s teeth a positive (and treat-filled!) routine. 💛

1. Choose a calm, quiet place.
2. Gently touch the toothbrush to your dog's teeth, and reward your dog for tolerating.
3. Introduce a flavorful, dog-safe toothpaste and let your dog lick it off your fingers.
4. With toothpaste applied, begin brushing your dog's top teeth.
5. Once the top teeth are sufficiently brushed, move to the bottom teeth.
6. When finished, praise and reward your dog to keep the whole thing a great experience!

👉 Pro tip: aim to brush your dog’s teeth several times a week for the best results.

Take a moment to look back at some of our cute pets we visited this week!First up, our feline friends! We visited Leo & ...
09/19/2025

Take a moment to look back at some of our cute pets we visited this week!
First up, our feline friends! We visited Leo & Tabitha, sweet Luna, Zoey Allen, and Nello. ❤️🐈🐈

Did you Know? Gina once saved 2 client cats from a small house fire in CT! There was a lot of smoke when she entered the...
09/19/2025

Did you Know? Gina once saved 2 client cats from a small house fire in CT! There was a lot of smoke when she entered the house, and was able to put out a small fire in the kitchen, corral the cats into the bedroom and call the fire department to assess. Nobody was hurt! At Claws and Paws, we’re committed to going above and beyond to keep your pets safe and cared for—no matter what. 💛

Now it’s your turn—what’s a little-known fact about you or your pet? Share it in the comments!

Check out this recent Happiness Survey from one of our amazing clients! Knowing that both pets and their humans feel hap...
09/16/2025

Check out this recent Happiness Survey from one of our amazing clients! Knowing that both pets and their humans feel happy, safe, and cared for is exactly why we do what we do.

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👉 Have you ever used a pet sitter? Tell us—what’s most important to you when trusting someone with your furry family?

09/15/2025

We're a day late - yesterday was Hug Your Hound Day! Nothing beats the love of a good snuggle. 💛 Give your pup an extra-big hug from all of us here at Claws and Paws today! 🐶✨

09/12/2025

They say dogs are a reflection of their humans—and we couldn’t agree more! 🐶 From the always-hungry foodie, to the nap champion, the ball-of-energy, and the life-of-the-party pup… we see them all here at Claws and Paws. 💕

Which doggy personality sounds most like your furry friend (or maybe… you 😉)?

09/08/2025

Today is National Dog Walker appreciation day!
Having a dog walker come to your home for a midday walk or multiple visits each day is an excellent alternative to doggy daycare. Some dogs don’t qualify to go to doggy daycare or sometimes they just need a quick potty break instead of being gone from home all day. Whatever the situation is, dog walkers are a very important option for dog parents to consider. Actually, 85 percent of pet parents say hiring a dog walker is equally important to hiring a nanny! Contact us to set up weekly dog walks from your home.

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Encinitas, CA
92024

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 10pm
Tuesday 8am - 10pm
Wednesday 8am - 10pm
Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday 8am - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 10pm
Sunday 8am - 10pm

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+18586927448

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Claws and Paws Pet Sitting Service provides loving, experienced pet care in the comfort of your own home. We are licensed , and serve the North County San Diego towns of Encinitas, Cardiff, Leucadia, Olivenhain, Carlsbad, Vista, San Marcos, San Elijo Hills, and Oceanside. We are fully insured and have years of experience. Claws and Paws is co-owned by Michelle Desautels and Gina McGrath. We strive to provide the best possible care for your pets while you are at work, on a business trip, or an extended vacation. We care for dogs, cats, small animals, horses and livestock, exotics/reptiles and birds. We offer daily dog walks, 1-4 visits/day, overnight care, pet taxi service and more! We offer services on holidays, weekends, and evenings, for your convenience.