A drop-in visit is a 30-minute stop at your home while you're out. Your pet stays in their own space, on their own schedule — with fresh food, water, a potty break, meds if needed, and a photo update sent straight to your phone.
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A drop-in visit from Happy Tails is a 30-minute in-home check-in for $25. We cover feeding, potty breaks, medication, and send you a photo update. Available for dogs, cats, and multi-pet homes across Monmouth & Ocean County, NJ.
Single Visit
$25
30 min. Photo update included.
5-Pack
$100
$20/visit — save $25 over single-visit rate.
Weekend surcharge: +$5 · Holiday surcharge: +$15
We arrive during your scheduled window, let ourselves in using the access method you've set up, and get straight to work. The visit is structured around what your pet needs most — whether that's a quick potty break and fresh water, a full feeding and medication routine, or just a 30-minute play session for an energetic dog who can't be left home alone for long stretches.
Drop-in visits are the right choice when your pet is comfortable at home but just needs someone to check in. They're ideal for cats (who almost always do better in their own territory), dogs with health conditions that require mid-day care, pets on strict feeding schedules, and situations where you want minimal disruption to your animal's normal routine.
Daycare pulls your dog out of their environment, introduces them to unfamiliar dogs, and can be overstimulating — especially for older dogs, anxious breeds, or pets with health issues. Drop-ins keep everything calm and familiar.
We serve all of Monmouth County — including Neptune, Asbury Park, Long Branch, Belmar, and Tinton Falls — and Ocean County, including Toms River, Brick, and Point Pleasant. Contact us to confirm your area.
"We get daily photo updates and our pup literally runs to the door when she hears Jess coming. We wouldn't trust anyone else!"
Tom & Rachel
Bella, Frenchie — Asbury Park, NJ
As often as you need — once a day, twice a day, or multiple times throughout the day. Many clients use drop-ins for pets who need midday meals or medication without requiring a full dog walk.
Absolutely. We visit homes with multiple dogs, cats, or a mix of both. The 30-minute window covers all pets in the household — feeding, potty break, water refresh, meds, and playtime for everyone.
We store your key in a secured, coded lockbox system — never labeled with your address. Many clients also use a lockbox or smart lock for keyless entry. We'll walk through your preferred access method at the meet-and-greet.
Every visit includes: potty break or litter box scoop, fresh food and water, medication administration if needed, playtime or cuddles, and a photo update sent to you. We also bring in any packages left at the door.
Yes — cats do best at home. Drop-in visits let your cat stay in their familiar environment with their normal routine intact. No carrier stress, no strange smells from a boarding facility, and no disrupted territory.
Book online in 2 minutes. We'll confirm same-day and set up a free meet-and-greet before visit #1.
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