F.A.Q & Resources

Guardian Angel Pet Care opened and has been in business since July 2023.

Stephanie is a former vet tech of 15yrs from Florida. From working in a high paced shelter to the top 10% AAHA vet hospital and handling a variety of animals and pets, gives her excellent experience, skills and knowledge on animal care. She has also taken several extended learning animal care courses during her years as a vet tech, along with attending Veterinary Technician Continuing Education Conference at the University of Florida.

Also, Stephanie currently certified in Pet Sitting, Dog walking and Pet First Aid & CPCR, Disaster Preparedness for Pet Professionals and was a former member of PSI (Pet Sitters International). (See Credentials Tab). 

To top off the business side of things, Stephanie has received her A.A from a community college and a B.S from the University of Central Florida majoring in Psychology and minoring in Sociology. Stephanie has been trained and taught on business management and customer service during her years working in business administration at the Orlando SPCA (now known as Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando). 

Absolutely! Being an official business and taking precautions, Guardian Angel Pet Care is licensed through Carter County, TN and is insured through PCI (Pet Care Insurance). These details are shown at Meet & Greets.

Guardian Angel Pet Care offers Drop-in Visits and Dog walks local to Elizabethton and 24hr Overnight Live-in House/Pet Sitting. You can find more details and what is included under the "Services".

I always allow one extra day after agreed booking days to be blocked off in the event of a flat tire or flight delay. An extra charge may be added, but I do my best to be sure you are covered.

Yes as long as there is no safety risk. Pet owners are to provide their veterinarian instructions on any topicals, oral medication and injections. 
There will be a medicine administration fee for the days needed.

No. Meet and Greets are required before booking services. 

Do to liability and pet territory, a meet and greet is a safety precaution that is required. 

It's a wonderful time to take a moment to meet the sitter who will be entering your home, go over details such as routines, location of pet items and familiarize with surroundings along with letting the pet(s) get the scent of the sitter to be sure it will work out.

Plus, we want to be sure not only is the pet comfortable with the pet sitter, but the owner is too.

Costs vary on the type of service, special needs, duration of service, location, how many pets,  and what kind of pets. 
Details of services can be found clicking "Service"  or go to the services tab. You will need to contact me with specific details of your pets and service inquiry for a more accurate price.

Extra fees apply for overnight siting distances beyond 15miles, if overnight stays are longer than 5 days or special care is needed unexpectedly during the sitting.

Payments are acceptable by: Cash, Venmo or Cash App

I tried to make it simple for you to find just just clicking here on one of the following: Facebook, Nextdoor or Google Maps. You may also click the icons found at the bottom of my webpage. Search for GAPCTN and look for my logo.

I communicate by call, text, email and/or social media messaging.

Please provide your name, type of service, dates and pet information, so I can answer you efficiently and accordingly.. 

Please allow me about 24-48 hours to respond as I am usually on the road between appointments and dedicate my attention to the pets I am servicing or paying attention to driving. Safety and respect first! 🐾💕

Yes. There are three forms that must be filled out and turned in before the first visit.

1. The Registration form (Owner/Pet/Vet information)

2. Agreement form (GAPC policies & Service agreement)

3. Photo/Video consent form (Allows GAPC to share appropriate and respectful photos/videos on social media/marketing/promotions while protecting personal space to let others see pet and sitter interactions.)

I am a solo operator for Guardian Ange Pet Care and have no employees or other affiliations.
I can provide other local pet sitter information although you will have to use your best judgement if you choose another sitter.

While your pet is sleeping, resting or want "their" time, I will do agreed maintenance around the home (water plants, sweep or vacuum, wash used dishes, collect mail, etc) which is included in the base pay. Once tasks are completed as needed, I mostly read or listen to books, crochet, knit or manage my business virtually.

Below is a list of contacts and resources for pets within Elizabethton and surrounding areas. 
Please note: GAPCTN is not affiliated, in any partnerships, deals or hirings with contacts or facilities below. 
This is information only & you can choose how you want to proceed.

Local Contacts
Elizabethton/Carter County Animal Shelter - Facebook 

Elizabethton/Carter County Animal Shelter-Gov Site 

Carter County, TN Sherriff's Department

Lost Pets
Pet Finder 

PawBoost

Tricities Lost & Found Pets (TN/VA)- Facebook Group

AAHA Universal Pet Microchip Lookup Tool


Nearby Veterinary Clinics - Your Choice

Elizabethton Veterinary Clinic- Elizabethton

Wild Magnolia Mobile Vet

Roan Mountain Animal Hospital-Roan Mountain

Jones Animal Hospital- Bristol

Paws of Hope Veterinary Clinic- Bluff City

Mountain Empire Large Animal Hospital- N Roan, JC

Robinson Animal Hospital-Peoples St, JC

Boones Creek Animal Hospital- Old Gray- N. JC

Airport Pet Emergency Clinic- Blountville - After Hours

VCA Highlands Animal Hospital- Abingdon, VA

Animal Hospital of Boone- NC

Groomers
Note: If you are looking for Mary Holifield, Up The Creek Dog Grooming, she has retired as of 3/2026.
Woof Valley (Daycare, Boarding, Grooming)- Elizabethton

Hair of the Dog - Elizabethton

Central Bark Grooming - Elizabethton 

Irene Walker- Mobile, Elizabethton- phone only- formerly from Precious Paws- 276-791-5875

Saddle & Suds Dog Spa - Elizabethton- FB

Vivacious Pet Salon - Stoney Creek - FB

Pampered H Grooming Salon - Butler



Other Resources for Pet Owners
AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) Pet Owner Resources  

AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association-Standard of Vet Excellence) - Pet Parent Resources

AKC (American Kennel Club)

Humane World for Animals Pet Owner Resources​