About our Family
We are pet owners, just like you. So we understand the need to leave our pets with someone we can trust fully. That same thought is what drove Shannon to start Buckhead Pet Pals.
Shannon Centola, owner of Buckhead Pet Pals, next to her husband Mike, and her children Michael and Liv.
Buckhead Pet Pals Stemmed from a difficulty in finding trustworthy cat sitter, a changing job market and life’s priorities. While walking around a golf course in Brookhaven trying to decide her career direction, Shannon came across a lost dog whom she reconnected with its owners. After seeing the sense of relief at being reunited with their pet, she took this as a sign to start a pet sitting service. And from there, Buckhead Pet Pals was born.
When Shannon started her company there were only a few other pet sitting services in Atlanta. She not only had to educate potential clients on the benefits of pet sitting, but she also had to assure her family and friends that this was a good business idea. Fast forward a decade and a half and Buckhead Pet Pals has grown. Shannon has approximately 70 professional pet sitters at any one time. From cat lovers, big dog experts, to runners, she’s able to match the best pet sitter to fit your pet needs.
Shannon’s personal life has expanded too. She met her husband when she was out with a client. Her client Susan said, “There is the man you are going to marry”. She married Mike 2 years to the date the night they met, and they have two wonderful children, Michael and Liv. Shannon lives her life and runs her business by always trying to do the right thing, treating clients and pet sitters how she would like to be treated and always listening to her inner voice. She prides herself and her company on offering the best customer service.
Buckhead Pet Pals pet sitting service has received “Best Pet Sitting Company” awards in Atlanta Magazine- 3 years, Jezebel Magazine and Best of Smyrna 2 years in a row. Shannon is still currently very involved with Buckhead Pet Pals on a daily basis. Her priorities are her family and taking care of her clients and pet sitters.
Kind Words From Our Amazing Clients
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Lee has been great to work with and has went above and beyond taking care of my kitty visits. She is a wonderful and kind person and genuinely dedicated to her work. She is very loving with the kitties who are all pretty shy but she brings out the best in everyone with every visit. I highly recommend Lee. She has become a trusted friend to me and the kitties. The whole Buckhead Pet Pals group experience has been amazing. Camila was great in getting me started with my visits. So happy to work with such a nice group.
Buckhead Pet Pals sent a sitter who took good care of my cat while I was on a work trip. I definitely recommend them.
They did an EXCELLENT job taking care of my cat, following my instructions to the letter, and sending pics of him on each visit.
We really enjoy Buckhead Pet Pals services. They are always professional and responsive to questions when are dogs are being taken care of. We really trust them with watching our dogs while we are away.
I’ve used various pet sitting services over the years. However Buckhead Pet Pals in Atlanta is simply the best! Their pet sitters are excellent as is the owner and support staff!
I am so happy with the care my two dogs received! The sitter was polite and professional, and sent adorable pictures and updates. Highly recommend!
Buckhead Pet Pala runs a great operation! Communication is clear, their booking platform is very comprehensive, dog walking staff is excellent and I get notes and photos with each visit plus an email letting me know they are on their way. Couldn't ask for more!
Hello we love Buckhead Petpals. Very friendly and timely. Our dog loves his visits.
Buckhead Pet Pals came highly recommended and I can add that they are wonderful! I have used their services repeatedly and the animals are always well taken care of. Lots of communication from the sitters to include daily photos 🙂 Highly recommend this company.
Buckhead Pet Pals are simply THE BEST! Our particular sitter, Alexis, is just amazing! She is just so kind and reliable and always keeps us in the loop with how they are doing, including fun pictures too!. I highly, highly recommend them for your pet sitting needs!
I use Buckhead Pet Pals several times a month for my 2 dogs for various needs like walking, feeding, and transportation. They always do a great job! My dogs love the sitters that we use. They are reliable and always great with communication!
I’ve used Buckhead Pet Pals for many years and all of their pet sitters do a great job! I’m particularly happy with my current pet sitter Laura Melson - highly recommend Buckhead Pet Pals!!
Buckhead Pet Pals has been wonderful for our pups. They look forward to their routine walks/play time. They are also great for our cats when we go on vacation. Our kitties are always well cared for!
Have always had a great experience with Buckhead Pet Pals. Sitters send detailed notes from visits, and lots of photos.
