Cat parents traveling awayDaily Cat Care
Loving daily visits so your cat stays happy, fed, and well cared for in the comfort of home.
- Litter box cleaning
- Food, fresh water, and medications
- Playtime and quality cuddles
Loving care for the pets you love Twin Cities, MN
Loving care,
right at home.
Trusted in-home pet sitting and expert cat grooming for families across the greater Twin Cities. Over 20 years of caring for cats, dogs, and pocket pets.
In-home pet care
20+ yrs cat grooming
Greater Twin Cities
Cats, dogs & more
Pet care that feels like family.
Leaving your pets is hard. We make it easier with reliable, in-home visits and gentle grooming from someone who truly loves what she does.
Why families choose us
What sets Marie apart
- In-home care so pets stay in the place they know best
- 20+ years of experience with cats, dogs, and pocket pets
- Specialty cat grooming, including brush-outs and lion cuts
- Photo updates and clear communication every visit
What every visit includes
Always part of the care
- Friendly meet-and-greet before your first booking
- Custom care notes for each pet's routine
- Medication administration at no extra cost
- Local, insured, and dependable across the Twin Cities
The Approach
Simple, gentle care your pets will love.
We keep things calm, consistent, and personal. No big crews, no rushed visits, just attentive care from someone who treats your pet like her own.
1
We get to know your pet
Every booking starts with a meet-and-greet so we understand your pet's quirks, routine, and what makes them feel safe.
2
Care that fits your home
Feeding, walks, litter, medications, playtime, done the way you do it, so your pet barely notices you're gone.
3
Updates and peace of mind
Photo updates and clear notes after every visit, so you can relax knowing your pet is happy and safe.
ServicesPet sitting and grooming,
Pet sitting and grooming,
all under one roof.
From daily drop-in visits to specialty cat grooming, every service is hands-on and personally provided by Marie.
Cat parents traveling away
Busy schedules and weekends awayDaily Dog Care
Friendly drop-in visits that keep your dog walked, fed, and feeling secure while you are out.
- Potty break and walk
- Food, fresh water, and medications
- Playtime and companionship
Households with cats and dogsMixed Pet Care
One trusted sitter for the whole family, dogs walked and fed, cats played with and litter scooped.
- Walks and feeding for dogs
- Litter, feeding, and play for cats
- Custom routines for your home
Rabbits, guinea pigs, reptiles, birdsPocket Pet Sitting
Gentle, attentive care for caged pets and small animals while you are away.
- Cage cleaning and fresh bedding
- Species-appropriate feeding
- Quiet handling and observation
Long-haired and matted coatsCat Grooming
Brush-outs, sanitary trims, and lion cuts from a groomer with 20+ years of cat-only experience.
- Brush-outs and de-shedding
- Sanitary and full-body trims
- Lion cuts for matted coats
Plants, mail, and a little extra timeAdd-On House Care
Add 10 minutes (or more) to any visit for plant watering, wildlife feeding, or extra pet time.
- Indoor and outdoor plant watering
- Outdoor wildlife feeding
- Extra time for medication routines
How It Works Booking made easy
From hello to happy pets.
- 1
Reach out
Send a quick message with your dates and what your pet needs.
- 2
Meet & greet
We meet your pets at home, learn their routine, and answer questions.
- 3
Care visits
Walks, feeding, litter, grooming, Marie shows up exactly when needed.
- 4
Peace of mind
Photo updates and notes from every visit so you can fully relax.
Pricing
Honest pricing for every pet.
Reach out for a custom quote, every household and pet combination is a little different, and we're happy to put together pricing that fits.
Marie's Specialty
Cat Grooming
$80+
Brush-outs and trims
Full brush-outs and sanitary or body trims by a groomer with 20+ years of cat-only experience. Lion cuts $100+.
Request This ServiceDaily Cat Care
$30+
Per visit • 1 to 6+ cats
1 to 2 cats $30 / 3 to 4 cats $35 / 5 to 6 cats $40. Includes litter, food, water, play, and medications.
Request This ServiceDaily Dog Care
$30+
Per visit • Min. 3/day
1 dog $30 / 2 dogs $35 / 3 dogs $40. Includes potty break, walk, food, water, play, and medications.
Request This ServiceMixed Pet Care
$40+
Per visit • Dogs + cats
1 dog + 1 to 2 cats $40 / 2 dogs + 1 to 2 cats $45. Tailored to households with both dogs and cats.
Request This ServicePocket Pets
$25+
Per visit
1 to 4 pocket pets $25 / 5+ $30. Rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, small mammals, reptiles, and birds.
Request This ServiceAdd-On House Care
$10+
Per visit add-on
Add 10 extra minutes for plant watering, wildlife feeding, or extra pet time. Custom add-ons available.
Request This ServiceMinimums: 1 daily visit for cats · 3 daily visits for dogs and mixed-pet care. Custom combinations and additional pets quoted on request.
About Us
A Twin Cities home for happy, healthy pets.
Marie's Wags & Whiskers offers in-home pet sitting and specialty cat grooming across the greater Twin Cities. We believe pets do best when they get to stay in their own home, with their own routine, and someone who genuinely loves them.
Whether your dog needs a midday walk, your cat needs a lion cut, or your rabbits need weekend visits, we are here to help.
Meet the Team
The friendly face behind every visit.
Marie Brown
Owner & Cat Groomer
Marie has been caring for pets across the Twin Cities for over 20 years, with a deep specialty in cat grooming. She built Wags & Whiskers around the simple belief that pets do best at home, surrounded by their people, their routines, and someone who truly loves them.
Contact
Let's set up a visit.
Tell us a little about your pets and the dates you need. Marie will reach out to confirm details and answer any questions.
- marieswagsandwhiskers@yahoo.com
- 612-354-1730
- Greater Twin Cities, MN