More Than a
Pet Sitter.
Kisses Included Animal Care Services is a Walnut Creek, California-based sole proprietorship serving the San Francisco Bay Area — built on a lifetime of love for animals and a career of professional excellence.
The Exclusive Approach
Kisses Included is not a pet sitting platform. It is a personal service — built on trust, intimacy, and an uncompromising standard of care.
One Family at a Time
Kisses Included is not a platform or a service marketplace. Carol works exclusively with one family at a time — your pet receives undivided, unshared attention.
Complimentary Meet & Greet
Every new client begins with a no-obligation Meet & Greet. Carol meets your pet, learns their personality and routines, and ensures the relationship is the right fit before any booking is made.
A Calling, Not a Job
Every animal that comes into Carol's care is treated with the same love, respect, and attentiveness she gives her own beloved animals. This is personal. Always.
A Portion of Every Booking Goes to Global Animal & Environmental Causes
Certified Professional Animal Care Provider (CPACP)
Formally certified in professional animal care — bringing the highest standard of expertise to every engagement.
Lifetime of Special Needs Animal Care
A lifetime of experience with animals requiring specialized attention, medication, and behavioral support.
Insured & Bonded
Full professional liability coverage. Your home and pets are protected.
Empath & Animal Advocate
A deep, intuitive connection with animals that goes beyond professional training.
Pest Control Operator
Certified knowledge of safe pest management — keeping your home and pets safe.
Environmental Steward
A commitment to sustainable practices and giving back to the planet.
Your Pet Deserves the Same Care You Would Give Them
Kisses Included is not a business built on volume. It is built on depth — on the belief that every animal deserves to be known, understood, and loved as an individual. Carol's work is guided by a simple principle: if you wouldn't do it for your own beloved pet, it doesn't happen at Kisses Included.
Growing Up in the Ring
By the time I was a young girl, I was already handling dogs in the ring alongside my mother.
I learned to read a dog's body language, to move with them rather than against them, and to build the trust that makes a great show dog — or a great companion. Those lessons never leave you.
Born Into the Show Ring
My parents were deeply involved in AKC conformation showing, and some of my earliest memories are of dog shows — the smell of grooming spray, the gleam of silver trophies, the electric energy of the ring. This photograph captures one of those proud moments: a Best in Show win with our beloved Standard Schnauzer.
Those early years instilled in me an understanding of canine structure, temperament, and breed standards that most people spend a lifetime trying to learn. I was absorbing it before I could read.
A Lifetime of Caring
Carol Wall is the founder and sole caregiver behind Kisses Included Animal Care Services. With an extensive background spanning paralegal work, certified professional animal care, 12 years devoted to special needs animals, and a natural gift as an empath, Carol brings a rare combination of professional rigor and genuine compassion to every client relationship.
A lifelong entrepreneur and small business owner, Carol has also served as a certified meeting and event planner and a licensed pest control operator — a diverse background that reflects her commitment to excellence in everything she undertakes.
Kisses Included was founded on a simple belief: your pet deserves the same quality of care you would give them yourself — and a portion of every booking goes toward global animal and environmental causes. Because caring for animals is not just what Carol does. It is who she is.
Horses
The Teachers of Presence
Horses have been my teachers in ways I could never have anticipated. They demand everything from you: your full presence, your patience, your honesty. You cannot rush a horse. You cannot fake calm. They know. And that accountability has made me a better caregiver for every animal I've ever worked with.
Every horse I've cared for has left an imprint on my heart — a reminder that true connection transcends species. They have taught me the meaning of trust, and I carry those lessons into every interaction I have with every animal.
Wildlife Photography
Carol's love for animals extends far beyond the home. Her wildlife photography captures the beauty, grace, and raw power of birds in flight — a specialty honed through years of patience, precision, and a deep respect for the natural world.
Love & Adventures
Every relationship with Kisses Included starts with a simple conversation and a genuine connection. Here's how we build trust together.
The Meet & Greet
It all begins with a complimentary, no-obligation visit. Carol comes to your home, meets your pet on their own turf, and takes the time to understand their personality, routines, and any special needs. No pressure — just a chance to get to know each other.
Your First Booking
Once you're both comfortable and the fit feels right, Carol schedules your first service. Whether it's a drop-in visit, an overnight stay, or a dog walk — every detail is tailored to your pet's preferences and your peace of mind.
Ongoing Care
Kisses Included is built for lasting relationships. As Carol gets to know your pet more deeply over time, the care becomes even more personalized — a trusted, familiar presence your animal looks forward to every visit.
Ready to give your pet the care they deserve? Let's start with a complimentary Meet & Greet — no obligation, just a chance to see if we're the right fit for your family.
Be the Spark
Kisses Included LLC exists to provide compassionate, professional animal care services that honor the sacred bond between people and their pets.
We believe that animals are a gift from God — entrusted to us for companionship, joy, and mutual care — and we treat every animal in our charge with the same love, attention, and respect we give our own.
Our mission is to serve pet owners with reliability, excellence, and genuine affection for the animals we care for. Whether through dog walking, pet sitting, grooming coordination, or wellness support, we deliver services that give owners peace of mind and give animals the enrichment, exercise, and tenderness they deserve.
We are committed to continuing education in animal behavior, health, and safety. We stay current on best practices, pursue professional development, and approach every animal as an individual with unique needs. We believe that quality animal care strengthens families, supports community wellbeing, and reflects our deeper values of responsibility, compassion, and service to others.
Kisses Included operates with full transparency, honest communication, and the highest ethical standards. We treat our clients' homes with respect, their schedules with reliability, and their beloved companions with the care of a trusted family member.
Because at Kisses Included, every visit comes with love — kisses included.