A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME
Growing up, I spent the bulk of my time with animals - fostering kittens, adopting rats, volunteering with a group who rode horses for therapy, pretending my childhood dog was a show jumping horse, etc. Even after moving out on my own, I continued to own cats, volunteer with the elderly for pet therapy and bring home the occasional goldfish.
After my son was born, I obtained my business administration degree and taught him to love and respect animals as much as I did. We have rescued a husky who was trained to become a service dog, learned that our pet ducks prefer Ritz crackers and moved across the country as a military family.
After moving to Whidbey Island, I was hired on as Veterinary Administration for two separate clinics, where I was lucky enough to experience the joys of all things pet related. I found a special kinship with many of my clients and was thrilled to be able to help families through both the happiest moments as well as the hardest moments.
Based out of Coupeville, we currently have 3 dogs, 3 cats and some fish. Two of our dogs are Lapponian Herders which are high intelligence, stubborn herding dogs. Our newest "puppy" is a rescue from NOAH who turned out to be a husky/Australian Shepherd mix, who always keeps us busy!
One of our cats was captured off of Heller rd, covered in puncture wounds and nursed back to his sassy self. Another was adopted as a kitten found in the back of a garage. Lastly, our 20 year old calico, Punkin (for whom the company was named) has been travelling with us since 2006 and currently runs our entire household.
In 2025, we decided to expand and brought on a few new team members who have made my job even more delightful! In doing so, we're able to cover more needs and expand our services, in ways I never even thought possible! And as an added bonus, I get to get coffee with some of my favorite people on a regular basis ;)
Our team currently works with the Rover Come Over Pet Care as well as the Whidbey Equestrian Center in Coupeville.
Previous clients have included chickens, ducks, goats, sheep, horses, cats, dogs, hamsters and a tortoise. :)
Why we do what we do
Meet Oona...
After adopting our dog, Oona, our family realized that her situational anxiety made it almost impossible to feel comfortable leaving her in a kennel or doggy daycare. While leading a very sheltered life at a previous owners' house, even walking to the end of our driveway was terrifying for her, much less relocating to an entire new place without any familiar faces. And this is where our in home pet sitting services began.
Speaking to other local pet owners, we found we were in the same boat with many other families whose pets had medical issues, anxiety, fear of the unknown, past behavior issues, age discrepancies and a multitude of other complications. And so we began offering select services to some of the best clients on Whidbey Island!
Meet the Team
Official in charge of floof snuggles and playtime
Christopher Zenz
Christopher is currently enrolled at Coupeville High School and loves playing baseball in his spare time. He rides horses when he can and takes pride in his favorite husky mix, Jack. You can frequently find him on the floor playing with kitties or instigating a cuddle party on the couch with all the dogs!
Skills offered: cudding and basic care needs!
Owner/primary caregiver
Emily Zenz
Hi! I'm Emily and I'm the proud owner of Punkin Pie Pet Services! With my background in business and vet med, I feel I found my calling in being able to help fulfill the needs of owners and their pet families. Every family is different and I strongly feel that each needs a individualized plan... which is where all of this started :) My house is a zoo of animals and commotion, but I love reading and organizing in my spare time. I currently work with Whidbey Island Roller Derby and have started the Coupeville Music Boosters. Every day starts with the shocking realization that I have been able to create a successful business with the honor of spending my days with some of the best people and animals in the world.
Skills offered: overnight care, drop ins, farm care, medication dispensing, nail trims, pet transportation, baths/spa days
Second in command and all together life saver
Ben Howe
Ben retired from the navy and now thoroughly loves his instructor position at Boeing. We he needs to releax he enjoys stealing kisses from all of the doggos and taking walks in the sunshine. You may see him bringing dinner or helping with some of our regulars!
Skills offered: overnight care, drop ins, XL doggo cuddles
Animal Care extraordinaire and manager
Stephanie Sorenson
I am a devoted animal lover and Veterinary Technician of 14 years, including a background as a Rehabilitation Technician. As a mom of two young kids, I understand the importance of reliable and loving care of your pets! I have a Great Pyranees, Ranni, who loves all dogs! I also have two cats, Patches and Cookie. Whether you need dog boarding, daycare or prefer drop in visits at home, I am happy to help! I am here to offer compassionate and professional care tailored to your pets needs!
Skills offered: drop in care, walks, nail trims, doggy daycare, local transportation, anal gland expression (needs to be scheduled in advance)
Overnight pet sitter and organizer extraordinaire
Brianna Altman
Brianna comes to us as a part time extraordinaire who spends her days working with autistic children doing ABA therapy, and her nights cuddling our overnight clients! Don't mistake her soft demeanor for weakness as she is the first to make sure we are on task and getting things done! With a background working for Delta, she hopes to also expand into pet transportation or flight nannying in the future!
Skills offered: overnight pet care north Whidbey, pet transportation information
Office administrator and drop in caregiver
Laura Melo
Laura is a total animal lover who’s comfortable with pets of all sizes, ages, and personalities. As an Air Force veteran and Navy spouse, she’s reliable, attentive, and someone you can truly count on. She’s cared for pets through Rover and has a background working at a veterinary hospital, so she’s got a great understanding of pet behavior and health.
Laura has a calm, friendly vibe and loves getting to know each pet—whether that means walks, playtime, or just hanging out for some extra cuddles. She treats every pet like her own and makes sure they feel safe and comfortable while you’re away. She also offers weekly office hours to stay connected and help answer any questions.
Skills offered: Drop in care, military/internation pet travel assistance and office care
Naturalist and pet care expert
Tiffany Jo Waldner
I lived in Minnesota the first twelve years of my life and then Wyoming for eleven. My love for wildlife began at a very young age. From the time I could crawl I almost always had a pair of binoculars and was out looking for insects, birds, moose, and any other wildlife. I always filled my families ears with animal facts.
I was assistant manager at an animal shelter for 6 years where I gained experience in medical care of dogs and cats. I moved to Washington in 2019 with a goal to make my long time dream of working with whales and wildlife come true. My lifelong dream came true. I now work as a marine naturalist and marine mammal stranding respond
Skills offered: Overnight care and drop ins
Pet care and master bather
Tisa Daughtry
Hi, I’m Tisa! With 35+ years of animal care experience—including work with the Houston SPCA, veterinary clinics, kennel care, and certified master bathing—I’m passionate about making pets feel safe, loved, and comfortable. From energetic pups to shy seniors, I provide patient, personalized care including walks, feeding, bathing, and plenty of attention. Your pets will always be treated like family with me
skills offered: bathing, nail trims, overnight care and drop ins
Beach walker and snuggle expert
Abbie Pare Rutter
I’ve had animals my whole life and I love spending my time with them. My first rescue came while I was in college. She was my dog, a little pitbull I named Nico, who was running loose outside USC’s campus in South Central L.A. My dog, Jack, is a boxer mix rescue from Fresno. My cat, Loki, came to me as a two week old kitten, my first foster, found under a porch and barely alive. He’s thriving. I love being present with animals and making sure they’re comfortable and having fun. I also adore horses, and I’m lucky enough that Emily, who founded Punkin’ Pie, lets me hang out with her horse, Triscuit, from time to time. I’m comfortable with farm care at your house as well
Skills offered: Drop in care, farm care, dog walking and overnights
Welcome to Punkin Pie
We are thrilled to welcome new clients during our merger with Jessica's Mobile Pet Service. Exciting times are ahead as we announce new services for the future to include nail trims, anal glands, basic baths, teeth and ear cleaning! Our goal is to be completely merged and running by August so bear with us as we figure out our bumps along the way :)
If you'd like to be ahead of the game, feel free to email me at emily@punkinpiepetservices.net to request access to our software (Time to Pet) or to send your most recent rabies vaccination! We can also discuss meet and greets for those families who we aren't able to meet during the training period :)
(Please also be patient while our current questions are primarily based around in home care. We will be updating everything over the course of the next few months.
Lots of love!!
- Emily
Our Services
We’ll care for your pets right in your home, so they can stay comfy and happy while you’re away. From feeding and playtime to walks and snuggles, we treat your pets like our own—keeping their routine and giving them lots of love
In Home overnight pet care
Need someone to check in on your pet while you're out? We offer quick, reliable drop-in visits for feeding, potty breaks, playtime, or just some extra love and attention. Perfect for busy days or short getaways
Drop in Care and Services
We’ve got your back when you need help on the farm. Whether it’s feeding animals, checking water, collecting eggs, cleaning stalls or just keeping an eye on things, we’ll make sure your animals and property are well cared for while you’re away.
Farm Care and other options
Keeping your pet healthy doesn’t have to be a hassle! We offer basic upkeep like teeth brushing, nail trims, ear cleaning, and anal gland checks—done gently and with lots of care. Just the essentials to help your pet feel their best!
Basic maintenance care
Whether your pup needs a quick potty break or a good stroll to burn off energy, we’ve got you covered. Our dog walks are fun, safe, and tailored to your dog’s pace—plus, they get all the sniffs and tail wags they could ask for!
Dog walking
Time for a cleanup? We offer basic bath care to help your pet look and feel their best. That means a good scrub, rinse, and towel or blow dry—plus plenty of belly rubs and treats for being such a good pup!
In home basic bathing
Contact
Services available 7 days a week! - contact us for a consultation and scheduling
Serving all of Whidbey Island, WA
Building location:
302 N Main St Bldg B
Coupeville, WA 98239
Mailing address:
949 Pennington Loop NE
Coupeville, WA 98239
cell phone: 715-379-7915
email address: emily@punkinpiepetservices.net
Information for current clients
Current owner software:
Checks can be made payable to Emily Zenz or Punkin Pie Pet Services
For payments we currently accept cash, check, PayPal, Venmo, Square or Zelle
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