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Meet the owner

“By treating every pet like family”

Joy, the owner of A1Sitter, smiling in the A1Sitter studio
Joy, the owner of A1Sitter, holding a small puppyJoy, the owner of A1Sitter, holding a kitten wrapped in a towel

Meet the Owner

Hi, I'm Joy — the heart behind A1Sitter.

Caring for animals has always been something that comes naturally to me. Over the years, I've had the opportunity to care for dogs with all kinds of personalities, energy levels, routines, and individual needs—and I've learned that no two pets are exactly alike.

That's one of the things I love most about what I do.

I created A1Sitter because I wanted to provide pet parents with something more personal than traditional boarding or daycare: a place where pets can feel safe, comfortable, loved, and truly cared for while their families are away.

At A1Sitter, your pet isn't treated like just another booking. I take the time to learn their routine, personality, comfort level, and individual needs so I can provide care that feels familiar and reassuring.

A1Sitter is also about building something meaningful. What started with my love for animals has grown into a business I'm incredibly proud of—and one that allows me to serve families in my community while doing something I genuinely love.

Safety is always a priority. A1Sitter is a certified and insured pet-care business, and I take pride in maintaining a clean, secure, comfortable environment where pets can enjoy personalized attention, supervised play, and plenty of love.

Whether your pet is joining us for boarding, daycare, grooming, puppy care, or simply needs a safe place to stay while you're away, my goal is simple:

I want you to have peace of mind knowing your pet is in good hands.

Because when you're away, they deserve to feel right at home.

Welcome to the A1Sitter family.

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Love. Care. Safety. Family.

Meet Bella

Bella is my own pet — and she may be a playmate for the pets who come to visit us!

She’s a tiny 4 pounds and 2½ years old (almost 3). Bella is a Morkie — a mix of Yorkshire Terrier and Maltese.

She loves meeting new friends and helps our visiting pets feel right at home.

Bella, a 4-pound Morkie, wearing a blue shirt and bows
Bella, 4 lbs of love
Mary Montgomery, co-founder of A1Sitter

Co-founder

Mary Montgomery

Mary has been with A1Sitter since we opened and has been an integral part of our development and the care we give our dogs.

She also does the house sitting for our clients, so your pets can stay comfortable right at home in their own familiar surroundings.

Her loving, gentle nature helps the dogs feel safe and cherished, creating a special bond with the pets in her care. We’re so happy to have her on board and part of the A1Sitter family.