Extended Pet & Human Services Designed for Real Life
Being a complete pet care company, at FurBabies & Friends, we know life with pets goes far beyond walks and mealtime. For these reasons we offer expanded services to make life easier, cleaner, and more enjoyable for both pets and their people. Additionally, with services such as pet waste removal to keep your yard spotless, to a pet taxi for safe transportation, or a trusted house sitter while you’re away, FurBabies & Friends has you covered! Moreover, we also offer heartfelt pet photography sessions capture your pet’s personality, and even wedding day pet attendant services allowing your four-legged family member to be part of life’s biggest moments.
As a 5-star rated, locally owned Glendale pet care company built on trust, consistency, and compassion, our goal is simple. We help you focus on enjoying your pets while we handle the rest.
As a 5-star rated, locally owned Glendale pet care company built on trust, consistency, and compassion, our goal is simple. We help you focus on enjoying your pets while we handle the rest.
Artistic Pet Photography for Families Who Want to Remember Every Moment
A pet is family, and every family deserves photos that reflect that bond. Our professional pet photography sessions are designed to capture your pet’s unique spirit in a calm, positive setting. Whether you want a seasonal photoshoot, family portrait, or end-of-life memorial session, you’ll receive images that last a lifetime.
Kristie combines her dog-training experience with photography skills to create stress-free, relaxed sessions that bring out each pet’s personality. Due to her experience and background, Kristie gets even camera-shy pets feel comfortable and confident during their session.
Kristie combines her dog-training experience with photography skills to create stress-free, relaxed sessions that bring out each pet’s personality. Due to her experience and background, Kristie gets even camera-shy pets feel comfortable and confident during their session.
Multiple Pet Photoshoot Options
* Full family and solo pet portraits
* Memorial sessions handled with compassion
* Dog trainer support for low-stress posing
* Various locations: home, local park, or scenic area
* Images provided digitally
* Pre-session planning call
* Season specific apparel, accessories and backdrops
* Memorial sessions handled with compassion
* Dog trainer support for low-stress posing
* Various locations: home, local park, or scenic area
* Images provided digitally
* Pre-session planning call
* Season specific apparel, accessories and backdrops
Affordable Photography Packages for Every Family
Mini seasonal photo shoot tiers and pricing are as follows:
$30 - Tier 1
Ideal for quick, seasonal shots.
• 3 lightly edited digital images, selected by team
• Delivered via email or text
$50 - Tier 2
Perfect for playful family updates.
• 3 edited + 3 unedited images
• Mix of posed and candid
$65 - Tier 3
Great for announcements or social posts.
• 5 edited + 5 unedited images
$80 - Tier 4
Personalized option.
• Choose up to 6 images for professional editing
$30 - Tier 1
Ideal for quick, seasonal shots.
• 3 lightly edited digital images, selected by team
• Delivered via email or text
$50 - Tier 2
Perfect for playful family updates.
• 3 edited + 3 unedited images
• Mix of posed and candid
$65 - Tier 3
Great for announcements or social posts.
• 5 edited + 5 unedited images
$80 - Tier 4
Personalized option.
• Choose up to 6 images for professional editing
Upcoming Human & Pet Photoshoot Events
Event: 10/18/26 Halloween Pet Photoshoot in Glendale, AZ
Dates: Sunday, October 18, 2026 * Time: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Location: Arrowhead Legends Park * Price: $30
Event: 12/6/26 Holiday & Christmas Pet Photoshoot in Glendale, AZ
Dates: Sunday, December 6, 2026 * Time: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Location: Arrowhead Legends Park * Price: $30
Seasonal Pet Photoshoot Gallery
Family & Pet Photography Gallery
Small white dog receives in home pet sitting, requests for pet sitter help should be done as soon as possible per Furbabies & Friends pet sitting policies.
Small white dog receives in home pet sitting, requests for pet sitter help should be done as soon as possible per Furbabies & Friends pet sitting policies.
Kristie Halverson, dog trainer in Glendale, AZ, and her American Bully Simba.
Kristie Halverson, dog trainer in Glendale, AZ, and her American Bully Simba.
Common questions about FuurBabies & Friends includes our service area, we proudly offer pet care services in Glendale, Peoria, and Sun City West to name of few, predominately focusing in the Phoenix West, North and Central Valley.
Common questions about FuurBabies & Friends includes our service area, we proudly offer pet care services in Glendale, Peoria, and Sun City West to name of few, predominately focusing in the Phoenix West, North and Central Valley.
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Training for Fearful and insecure dogs
Training for Fearful and insecure dogs
Relationship building with humans and dogs
Training - Requirements for Success
Husky mixed dog has a very specific route and schedule for his daily dog walking.
Husky mixed dog has a very specific route and schedule for his daily dog walking.
German shepherd senior mix dog requires special care and medications, which is a common question asked about FurBabies & Friends in-home pet sitting, and we can help with almost all requests.
German shepherd senior mix dog requires special care and medications, which is a common question asked about FurBabies & Friends in-home pet sitting, and we can help with almost all requests.
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If you are pressed for time, we can train your dog for you in your home with day training or our home with board and train programs. Do not let your other obligations stop you from getting the dog the training she needs. We have multiple different options where we can train your fur baby to your desired results and set up reviews for you to continue after training ends.
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Pet Care Services for all of your Animal Care Needs
Pet Care Services for all of your Animal Care Needs
FurBabies and Friends is proud to offer group training classes for all dogs above seven months old for basic and advanced obedience/manners classes. This provides fur parents the best dog school option at a cost efficient price. Obedience is crucial in getting amazing pictures like this!
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Additional Total Pet Care Service Offerings including, dog photography, dog poop service, pet tax, dog wedding attendant so so much more.
Additional Total Pet Care Service Offerings including, dog photography, dog poop service, pet tax, dog wedding attendant so so much more.
FurBabies Friends Types of Payments Accepted
FurBabies Friends Types of Payments Accepted
How To Contact FurBabies & Friends Phoenix, AZ
How To Contact FurBabies & Friends Phoenix, AZ
If you are having difficulties with your furbaby at your house, or anywhere for that matter, we can help! Please contact us immediately to start correcting these bad behaviors that are creating chaos and conflict in your life. Through the use of positive reinforcement dog training, we can help teach both you and your dog the skills you need for a long term successful relationship.
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Senior black Great Dane gets in home pet care with day time drop in visits and overnight care in Glendale, AZ.
Senior black Great Dane gets in home pet care with day time drop in visits and overnight care in Glendale, AZ.
Two dogs sitting outside. Furbabies & Friends drop in pet sitting visits always include all basic care including food, water, treats, waste pick up, exercise and of course lots of love and affection.
Two dogs sitting outside. Furbabies & Friends drop in pet sitting visits always include all basic care including food, water, treats, waste pick up, exercise and of course lots of love and affection.
FurBabies & Friends can provide service outside of area for an additional fee
FurBabies & Friends can provide service outside of area for an additional fee
Safe, Stress-Free Pet Taxi Services in Glendale AZ
Getting pets to appointments shouldn’t be stressful. Instead, let our pet taxi service make transportation easy, secure, and punctual. Each ride is handled by a bonded, insured, and background-checked team member who treats your pet like family.
Your pet travels safely in your own carrier, whether heading to the vet, groomer, or training session. We serve Glendale, Peoria, Phoenix, and nearby cities.
Your pet travels safely in your own carrier, whether heading to the vet, groomer, or training session. We serve Glendale, Peoria, Phoenix, and nearby cities.
Animal Transportation Rates:
30-Minute Pet Transportation - $30
60-Minute Pet Transportation - $50
Pro Tip: Combine your pet taxi with Pet Sitting Services or Dog Walking for complete convenience.
Interested in Pet Sitting Help Too?60-Minute Pet Transportation - $50
Pro Tip: Combine your pet taxi with Pet Sitting Services or Dog Walking for complete convenience.
Trusted House Sitting Around Glendale AZ
Leaving town shouldn’t mean worrying about your home. With FurBabies & Friends, our house sitting services give you peace of mind while you’re away. Every visit includes a thorough check of your property, ensuring everything is secure and functioning properly.
Bonded and insured sitters follow your instructions carefully and send regular updates, so you can travel without stress.
Bonded and insured sitters follow your instructions carefully and send regular updates, so you can travel without stress.
House Sitting Visit Includes:
* Bringing in mail and packages
* Watering plants (indoor & outdoor)
* Running taps / flushing toilets
* Checking doors, windows, and security systems
* Exterior safety walk
* Garbage / recycling management
* Notifications of any issues
* Custom tasks on request
Cost for a 30-minute House Sitting Visit: $30
Do you have pets that need care too, see our Pet Sitting Services options.
Are Your Pets In Need Of Care Too?* Watering plants (indoor & outdoor)
* Running taps / flushing toilets
* Checking doors, windows, and security systems
* Exterior safety walk
* Garbage / recycling management
* Notifications of any issues
* Custom tasks on request
Cost for a 30-minute House Sitting Visit: $30
Do you have pets that need care too, see our Pet Sitting Services options.
Diligent Pet Waste Removal in Glendale, AZ and Surrounding Areas
Scooping poop isn’t anyone’s favorite job, but it’s one of ours! In addition, our pet waste removal service keeps your yard fresh, sanitary, and family-friendly. If you have multiple dogs, our pet waste removal service is ideal.
This service is available to homes within 10 miles of Glendale 85308 and we handle every visit with professional, sanitary tools and safe disposal.
This service is available to homes within 10 miles of Glendale 85308 and we handle every visit with professional, sanitary tools and safe disposal.
What To Expect During A Pet Waste Removal Service
* Weekly, bi-weekly, or one-time cleanups
* Yard walkthroughs to ensure nothing is missed
* Gloves & sanitized tools each visit
* Waste disposed of safely in your garbage bin
* Works for all breeds and sizes
* You don’t need to be home, we handle it all!
* Yard walkthroughs to ensure nothing is missed
* Gloves & sanitized tools each visit
* Waste disposed of safely in your garbage bin
* Works for all breeds and sizes
* You don’t need to be home, we handle it all!
Poop Pick Up Pricing:
* Weekly Pet Waste Removal (≤ 3 dogs): $20 per week
* Add-on During Another Service: $15
* One-Time Cleanup: $60
* Price is up to 3 dogs, each additional Dog: +$5
Save time by pairing this with Dog Walking or Pet Sitting for a full-service visit.
* Add-on During Another Service: $15
* One-Time Cleanup: $60
* Price is up to 3 dogs, each additional Dog: +$5
Save time by pairing this with Dog Walking or Pet Sitting for a full-service visit.
Ensure Your Wedding Day is Stress-Free and Pet-Friendly With Our Pet Wedding Attendant Service
Your pets deserve to be part of your big day too. Having a wedding day pet attendant makes that possible without stress or chaos. The assigned pet wedding attendant will manage transportation, supervision, potty breaks, hydration, and photo coordination so you can focus on your celebration. Furthermore, coordination with your wedding planner ensures the day runs smoothly.
Wedding Pet Attendant Service Includes:
* Pre-event meet & greet to get to know your pet
* Transportation to and from rehearsal & venue
* On-site pet chaperone during event
* Hydration stations and break support
* Optional pre-wedding training sessions
* Coordination with planner or venue staff
The team provides this service throughout Glendale, Phoenix, Peoria and surrounding areas within 40 miles of 85308.
* Transportation to and from rehearsal & venue
* On-site pet chaperone during event
* Hydration stations and break support
* Optional pre-wedding training sessions
* Coordination with planner or venue staff
The team provides this service throughout Glendale, Phoenix, Peoria and surrounding areas within 40 miles of 85308.
Pet Chaperone Cost: $600
Bride and groom may inquire about additional training options before the big day!
Pre-Planned Pet Care for Growing Families and New Arrivals
Bringing home a new baby is exciting and exhausting. Hiring FurBabies & Friends and enrolling in our New Baby Pet Care Support Program keeps your pets safe and comfortable while you focus on your family. Communication and coordination is imperative, so Kristie will work with you before your delivery to create a custom plan and brainstorm possible outcomes so nothing slips through the cracks.
Expanding Family Service Includes:
* 60-minute pre-baby planning session to review routines and needs
* Personalized pet sitting schedule
* Emergency contact designation for activation if labor starts early
* Immediate care upon notification (no scrambling needed)
* Daily updates via text or photo
* Support for anxious, reactive, or senior pets
Team happily offers this service within 15 miles of Glendale 85308.
* Personalized pet sitting schedule
* Emergency contact designation for activation if labor starts early
* Immediate care upon notification (no scrambling needed)
* Daily updates via text or photo
* Support for anxious, reactive, or senior pets
Team happily offers this service within 15 miles of Glendale 85308.
New Baby Pet Care Pricing for the Expanding Family
* Pre-birth Planning Session: $50
* Ongoing visits billed per duration and frequency
Understand Pet Sitting Options & Pricing* Ongoing visits billed per duration and frequency
Help Finding the Right Dog For Your Family
FurBabies & Friends is NOT a Shelter, Rescue or a 501C3
First and foremost, FurBabies & Friends is a for-profit pet care business. For further clarification, no pets are for adoption or sale nor do we accept surrenders or aid in rehoming.
Some team members volunteer with local rescues; however, those activities are separate from the business.
That being said, Kristie, the owner, has extensive experience working with rescue dogs. Kristie's background in behavior evaluation, training, and rescue support, provides valuable knowledge and experience for families looking for their next dog.
Some team members volunteer with local rescues; however, those activities are separate from the business.
That being said, Kristie, the owner, has extensive experience working with rescue dogs. Kristie's background in behavior evaluation, training, and rescue support, provides valuable knowledge and experience for families looking for their next dog.
Dog Trainer Assisted Adoption Search
Adoption is a lifelong commitment, and the right match matters. Our Dog Adoption Assistance Program helps families find the perfect fit by evaluating compatibility and supporting the transition home.
Program Includes:
* Family fit consultation and questionnaire
* Rescue search assistance based on your criteria
* Trainer-assisted meet & greets and evaluations
* Dog-to-dog introduction coaching
* Home setup and transition planning
* Post-adoption support and training options ([link to training page])
* Rescue search assistance based on your criteria
* Trainer-assisted meet & greets and evaluations
* Dog-to-dog introduction coaching
* Home setup and transition planning
* Post-adoption support and training options ([link to training page])
Adoption Assistance Cost:
$130 (full planning and support included)
* Rescue search assistance based on your criteria
Make adoption a success with expert guidance from Kristie and the FurBabies & Friends team.
Our goal is to make life easier for pets and their people throughout Glendale, Peoria, and the Phoenix West Valley. No matter if you need help with dog or puppy training, dog walking, grooming, or our specialty services, you can count on a team that treats your pets like family.
* Rescue search assistance based on your criteria
Make adoption a success with expert guidance from Kristie and the FurBabies & Friends team.
Our goal is to make life easier for pets and their people throughout Glendale, Peoria, and the Phoenix West Valley. No matter if you need help with dog or puppy training, dog walking, grooming, or our specialty services, you can count on a team that treats your pets like family.