The Nunn Better Mission
Nunn Better was founded with one simple (and heartfelt) goal: to provide loving, dependable care for every animal in your family—no matter how big, small, fluffy, feathered, or four-hooved. We specialize in multi-species pet sitting, proudly serving Tucson and the surrounding area with equal parts compassion, experience, and good old-fashioned animal love.
From gentle giants in the pasture to playful pups, curious cats, chatty birds, and everything in between, our team brings years of hands-on experience and a true passion for animal care. We take the time to learn each pet’s routine, personality, and favorite things, so they feel safe, relaxed, and right at home while you’re away.
We care for horses, dogs, cats, birds, and more—always with personalized attention, thoughtful updates, and plenty of affection. Because to us, they’re not just pets… they’re family.
Nunn Better Pet Care Founder | Seneca Nunn
“Cowgirls Rule” is the sign that proudly adorns my home office. For the past 24 years, I have operated a highly successful pet sitting business, Nunn Better! Pet Care, from this very space. With a robust and growing clientele of more than 1000 active clients, supported by more than 10 dedicated and well-trained home and pet caregivers, Nunn Better! Pet Care is the preferred service for those away for the day, week, or longer.
My relentless energy and high expectations drive both myself and my team. I am an EAMT (Emergency Animal Medical Technician) first aid certified professional, and accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to my clients, staff, and friends. I am always ready to offer advice on pet behavioral issues, particularly for aging pets, as I am adept at assisting with diabetic cats requiring daily insulin injections or subcutaneous fluids and am committed to enhancing the quality of life for the animals that are integral to your family. My personal pet family includes: eight horses, three dogs, four cats, and various tortoises including Sherman, a 90-pound Sulcatta.
Arizona is Home
As a native of Yuma, I have been an accomplished equine rider since the age of five, achieving awards in cutting horse competitions and securing ten championships in showing Quarter Horses, both English and Western. I was selected by Rotary International as a Foreign Exchange Student and studied in Brussels, Belgium, for a year and became fluent in French. My adventures continued with a Semester at Sea, a University of Pittsburgh program that took me ‘Around the World in 90 Days,’ followed by treks across Tibet with my mother and navigation of the Panama Canal with both my mother and grandmother.
At the University of Arizona (U of A), I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Sciences. Subsequently, I founded my own pet sitting business. In 2007, I was honored with the Early Achiever Award by the U of A College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
Giving Back
I have a heart of service, and my passions include having operated as Vice Chair of Gabriel’s Angels of Southern Arizona, where I chaired the 2016 Unleash the Love Event, raising over $80,000. I have served as a Member of the Catalina Rotary Club, past Advisory Board member of Pet Partners and currently a Pet Therapy Team with Pet Partners of Southern Arizona and Sunshine Therapy Animals with my two Aussies, Jett and Rodeo and my mini horse, Stetson.
Whether mucking out stalls, dog walking, giving horse riding lessons, two-stepping, engaging in continuing education with my staff, or actively serving my community, I demonstrate that Cowgirls DO rule! And when it comes to Nunn Better! Pet Care and my team of pet sitters, there is truly, Nunn Better!
Our Mission
Nunn Better! aims to provide outstanding, attentive pet care while you are on vacation, recovering from illness, at work or simply enjoying a night on the town. All of us understand that your relationship with your pet is a lifelong one, and your household’s needs change from year to year. We know how important your pet is to you. We are here to lend that helping hand when you need it.
Other than safety restraints, we never use any form of physical discipline when caring for your pet. Nunn Better! uses a behavioral assessment that addresses each pet individually. By better knowing and understanding your pet we will provide consistent, loving care for your favorite furry friends. Nunn Better! strives to improve the quality of life for you and your pets through positive reinforcement and sufficient daily exercise and playtime.
By providing one-on-one time and affection to your pet, we hope to enrich the life of not only your pet(s), but that of your entire household!