Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Manhattan Mutt Company, LLC?
Manhattan Mutt Company, LLC is your professional choice for dog-centric services in Manhattan, KS. MMCo was launched in 2012.0
What do you mean by "professional" pet care?
According to the Oxford Dictionary, a professional is someone who is "engaged in a specified activity as one's main paid occupation rather than as an amateur".
Do you care for pets other than dogs?
Yes! While our name implies dogs only, we've got lots of feline, feathery, fishy, farm and exotic friends, too! Just don't tell our mutts...
My pet needs medication - can you administer it?
We have quite a bit of experience administering medications, including pills, supplements, injections and inhalers. If we are not familiar with your pet's medication, we will ask more questions during our no-charge, no-obligation consultation to ensure we are completely prepared to properly care for your pet.
My pet has a special need - can you help?
Chances are, yes! Our staff is trained to care for pets with many medical and/or behavioral considerations. During our no-charge, no-obligation consultation, we will ask pleny of questions to ensure our experience makes us the right fit to properly care for your pet's needs.
How much do your pet sitting services cost?
Because all pet sitting services are curated to best meet your family's needs, that's a challenging question to answer!
How much do your dog walking services cost?
Dog walking visits may be scheduled in lengths of 30, 45 or 60 minutes. Pricing begins at $24* per visit.
Are there any fees for additional pets?
Nope! All pricing is per visit, per family.
How can I join the MMCo team?
We are always looking for folks to join the MMCo family! You may be a good fit for us if you have experience working in a vet's office, doggie daycare or kennel, if you have extensive volunteer or fostering experience, if you're studying animal science or if you have other structured experience with animals.
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Do you have a facility?
All care is provided in your home, where your pets are likely to be most comfortable! We do not have a boarding facility, nor do we offer care in our homes.
Will you stay overnight in my home?
Unfortunately, we do not offer overnight care at this time.
You ask a lot of questions. How do you keep my information safe?
The information you provide is kept in password protected files, accessible only to you and MMCo staff. Keys and garage codes are kept in locked key boxes, inside of our locked office, inside of an access-controlled building! We take pride in keeping your private info private.
What kind of training do you have?
All staff spend at least 30 days in training both in our office and alongside seasoned Pet Pros before we send them out on their own. MMCo's training program formally teaches subjects such as animal body language, basic first aid, safety protocols and MMCo's standards for care.
Why should I hire MMCo?
In short, if your animal is more than a pet, you should hire more than a pet lover!