About Us

ABOUT PUPPY LOVE PET CARE COMPANY IN STRONGSVILLE, OHIO

Puppy Love Pet Care Company, LLC began in 2018 due to my passion to care for animals. Prior to starting this business, I was heavily involved in dog rescue and caring for our own pets along with the pets of family and friends. With what started as a part-time business, soon flourished into a full time venture. I pride myself in great customer service and doing what is best for all of our clients & their pets.

I have always been hardworking and although I love most of my previous employment ventures, this by far exceeds anything that I have done. My background is in business and administration, which has prepared me for that part of this business as well as time management and communication with my clients. The rest is pure passion. It is my sole purpose to provide professional and reliable services that pet owners can count on. I truly understand the expectations of all pet parents and have dedicated my work to ensuring every animal is safe & happy in every situation and provide real solutions to the most common problems pet owners face. I am always learning about new care techniques and pride myself on improving my skill set so that I can be the best pet care service provider in this community.

We have a wonderful team of pet sitters and dog walkers that share in the same values, strive to provide wonderful and loving care, and are well trained and experienced in animal care.

– Karen Mickey, Founder of Puppy Love Pet Care Company, LLC

Dog Walking and Pet Sitting in Strongsville, Berea, North Royalton, Middleburg Heights, Brunswick & Columbia Station.

Our Values

We believe the best care — for pets, people, and communities — is rooted in respect. That means honoring the unique needs of every pet, listening to the humans who love them, and showing up for our team with compassion and care. We foster a culture of mutual support, where trust is earned, differences are valued, and everyone is empowered to thrive. By wagging more and barking less, we aim to leave a lasting pawsitive impact on our community.

We believe in doing business differently — putting relationships, trust, reliability, and real joy at the heart of what we do. From sunrise strolls to bedtime belly rubs, our mission is to uplift pets and the people who love them. We honor the humans and animals we work with by leading with compassion, clear communication, and a spirit of teamwork. Together is how we thrive.

We believe every pet is a one-of-a-kind soul with their own quirks, needs, and joys. That’s why we bring curiosity to every interaction — asking questions, observing closely, and staying open to new ways of engaging pets, and innovative ways of doing business. We’re not here to do things “by the book” — we’re here to write better ones.

Meet The Team – Where the Passion Begins

The Puppy Love Pet Care Company, LLC team is fully bonded and insured through Business Insurers of the Carolinas, and all team members have passed a federal background check through Acutraq.

puppy love pet sitting company owner karen with her dog oscar

KAREN MICKEY

Owner/Caregiver

Caring for all types of animals / pets is my passion. I am proud to be able to provide services that make the lives of my clients and their pets better. My many years of experience and study of care, training and behavior make a world of difference and I believe set us apart from our competitors.

AAron Kelly

Manager/Caregiver

Aaron assists in the management of daily operations as well as provides pet care for our clients and their pets. He brings with him a great deal of experience with dogs, cats and rabbits. He holds a Bachelors of Arts in Health Care Management Degree from Baldwin Wallace University. Aaron is a former wrestler which began in middle school and went on through his college years at Baldwin Wallace.

Karen Mickey Dog Walking and Pet Sitting in Strongsville, Berea, North Royalton, Middleburg Heights, Brunswick & Columbia Station

Steve Mickey

Administrator / Caregiver

Steve offers support to our team by providing Drop In Services and handling light administrative tasks. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering from Cornell University. He is part owner in Puppy Love Pet Care Company, LLC and has a vested interest in it’s success.

Zanna

Caregiver

Hi, I’m Zanna! I’m a first-year English major at Baldwin Wallace University. With my time outside of academic activities, I find myself cooking, playing clarinet, and reading. Though I don’t have any pets of my own, I enjoy caring for animals and seeing that all pets are happy and healthy!

Chris

Caregiver

Hello, my name is Chris. I grew up in Columbia Station, but have lived in Strongsville for 23 years. I am married almost 25 years and we have 2 sons ages 20 & 17. I have a heart for animals and have always had pets. I also have a heart for rescues pets as well. We are on our 2nd rescue dog. In my humble opinion, rescuing is the best thing ever. I love spending time with your pets and discovering their unique personalities.

Kaira

Caregiver

Hello, my name is Kaira! I live here in Strongsville and graduated from Tri-C in ’22 in Graphic Design. I have a passion for art, design, and animals. I’ve had at least one dog present in my life ever since I was born, and I have taken more initiative to helping to raise and care for them as I’ve grown. I also have past experience working at a doggy daycare, but I look forward to more one-on-one time with your furry friends. I also freelance and do digital art commissions on the side. I enjoy balancing my life and work with a mix of my interests. I’m currently the owner of a very sweet, one year old miniature longhaired dachshund named Lillie, who I love to take out and help socialize. Thanks for reading, and I can’t wait to meet all of you and all your loving companions!

Courtney

Caregiver

Hi, I’m Courtney! As a proud member of the Puppy Love Pet Care team, I love caring for pets and treating them like family. I have two dogs and two cats of my own, so I understand how important it is to know your pets are happy, safe, and well cared for while you’re away. Whether it’s walks, playtime, cuddles, or companionship, I look forward to spending time with your furry family members!

Alexa

Caregiver

Hi, I am Alexa! I’m 18 years old, and I will be attending John Carroll University this fall. I have two dogs and two cats. I’ve been helping taking care of my pets ever since I was very young. I helped foster dogs, train dogs, and walk dogs. I’ve had much experience with all breeds of dogs and all ages.

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