House Sitting in Catharpin

“Kristin was amazing, we were able to work out a schedule that worked for my dogs and they seem to have loved her! We got constant photo updates (some photos better than I’ve been able to get). When she tells you a time she will be there, she’s not lying. She will be there when she says she will be, which is amazing! I will absolutely use Kristin again. Thank you for taking care of Maui and Loki!”

“Debbie is an exceptional pet and house sitter! Given the flexibility in her work schedule, she took the initiative to come out and meet us and our dogs before we left our trip. This allowed us to walk her through their routine and familiarize her with our home, creating an immediate sense of confidence in leaving our dogs under her care. Debbie's warm personality, coupled with her thoughtful questions, endeared her to both us and our dogs right away. Throughout our time away, Debbie consistently provided daily updates, complete with photos, and maintained open communication whenever she had questions, demonstrating her commitment to ensuring our pets were well cared for. I really appreciated her proactive approach to keeping us informed. When we got home, we were delighted to find our home in pristine condition, if not even cleaner than we left it! Debbie's attention to detail and respect for our space was clear, reinforcing our decision to entrust her with both our pets and home. Given the positive experience, we have already booked her for our next trip! Debbie's professionalism, reliability, and genuine love for animals make her a top choice for anyone seeking a trustworthy and caring pet/house sitter.”

“Well hired Kimberly to help us watch Leia again because she does an amazing job! Leia is terribly shy and is afraid of most people, but Leia warmed right up to Kimberly and loves her! Thank you so much ☺️”

“Kyle is THE BEST! Super communicative throughout his overnight stay watching our two pups. He kept us informed with photo updates & I know the pups had a great time with him! Would highly recommend”

“Ann has walked my dog countless of times. He loves going on walks with her. She sends me pictures and videos of their walks to keep me updated.”

“So glad I found you! Thanks for also helping out with with that snow! You rock! Thanks again.”

“Kaitlin is awesome, friendly, and great with the pups! I feel like I’ve known her for years! You won’t think twice about it, go with Kaitlin!”

“Alex was great with my two boy pups . She spent a lot of time with them which is exactly what I was hoping for. She kept me updated on their feeding and some play times and bedtimes. She really kept me at ease while we were away from our boys. Definitely will ask her to watch them again 🐶😍”

“Diane is so great! Our pups loved her and she regularly sent pictures of them. We're so happy to have found someone we trust watching our furry family members!”

“Jenn was amazing. Took very good care of my dogs, was very friendly and will totally use again.”

“Victor took great care of our three fur babies when we were out of town. He stayed at our place and checked in frequently with pics and messages. The pups seemed super happy when we got home. Victor left the house neat and vacuumed before we got back. I would definitely use Victor again.”

“I have known Rachel for around 3 years now. Ever since I’ve met her she has always been eager to help take care of my dog when needed and whenever my dog is in her care, I’m never worried because I know she’s in good hands. Rachel takes very good care of animals. She’ll make sure your dog’s needs are met and that your dog is well taken care of.”

“Melissa is an extremely sweet and caring caregiver! She is very diligent and attentive. She quickly picks up on the dog’s energy level and meets them. I would totally recommend her to take care of your dog!”

“John took good care of my dog over the holidays. I appreciated the pictures he sent and little updates throughout the stay.”

“Darlin was amazing! She took notes in our initial meeting. She provided me updates almost hourly and she seemed to train my puppy to have a bowel movement in a spot she used to refuse previously. So very grateful for her assistance and will def. be using her services again!”

“Victoria took great care of our pup. She was really accommodating and we appreciated the pics/updates she sent!”

“My experience with Lex is she has a passion for all animals small and large (horses and cows). She has volunteered at a shelter and sanctuary since middle school and has her own pets at home. I have a german shepherd, cat and parrot that she's been caring for two years. When she is caring for my pets I feel like they are being cared for as if I was home. My pets are always excited when Lex comes in. I refer to her as a true animal whisper and highly recommend.”

“Robinne is absolutely phenomenal as a pet caregiver. He wills to happily and positively walk dogs and he’ll give his best effort and full care for them.”

About: Sustain Positive Canine Healthcare by lessen cognitive dysfunctions and mindful of environmental stressors. I have been responsible for the comprehensive care that contributed to a longer life expectancy of 11 rescue dogs. The short and long-term (non-medical) hands-on experiences consist of the reduction of functional impairments. I promoted doggie happiness that range from the: 1) basic care of multiple elderly/aging dogs; 2) focused on the pre/post treatment procedures for a cancer(ous) dog; 3) responsible for the countless safety measurements of 5 blind and visually-impaired dogs; 4) constructed an environment to lessen bi-lateral mobility challenges for 4; 5) relieved bodily distress syndromes through a holistic approach to combat the onset of the canine’s cognitive disorder(s); also, struggled with basic social skills; 6) reduced the environmental triggers (for 4 dogs) that promoted the onset of deafness sensitivity due to age (& their breed related hearing loss); 7) responsible for special meal preps and paid for full extractions of 2 due to the periodontal disease; 8) provided co-management care for 2 epilepsy canines and sustain a seizure free environment; 9) due to 3 suffering with vertigo symptoms, I kept an obstacle-free and safe environment that ensured that the controlled area was comfortable, cool, and easy to access water and food; and 10) 5 endured heart murmur conditions that ranged from levels 1-5; I actively focused on their "daily living activities" and reduced time spent in controlled environments (such as, the groomers, banned child play & no overnight kennels). Endless Availability (short- & long-term care): I am an United States Army retired veteran, with 24-years served. Currently, I am a full time online college student and the BEST stay-at-home mom. I am a native of VA. Many distance relatives and friends visit our home due to the popularity of our location, so often we are home on the weekends and during the holidays. This is why my doggie care availability is flexible and it accommodates most parents. Pet Safety Measures include, but not limited to: 1) 9 ft high wooden and brick combination fence; 2) large back and front yard (for puppy play); 3) 2 in-ground yard, free-to-flex tie out cables (for small pups & large dogs); 4) a 3-leveled backyard deck; 5) internal and external home security cameras and alarms; 6) reside in a well-established, Neighborhood Watch community (with caring & supportive neighbors throughout the neighborhood); 7) the entry level to our home (family room to most) is setup to accommodate all fur-baby care, big or small; 8) 4 foldable metal dog crates (to accommodate small, medium & large breeds); 1 medium sized plastic pet crate; 9) an easy access from the fur-family room to outdoors; 10) 24 ft. (in length) puppy indoor plastic playpen for care, play and safety; 11) 2 pet dog flute whistles with two-tone ultrasonic features that triggers doggie alertness and captures their attention immediately; 12) multiple portable pet gates (tension-mount & extra tall); 13) 3 shelving units to safeguard and store your doggie belongings (with a personalized heart name label); 14) wooden and tile flooring, 15) our home is located in the cul-de-sac (distance away from foot & vehicle traffic), 16) animal safety measurements in-place for receiving and returning pets to rightful owners (while other pups are onsite); 17) I have the Rover emergency agent and local Dog Police Helper numbers on “speed-dial” in case of a time-sensitive event; 18) fenced nearby pet park, 19) well lighted running and walking trail, 20) glow sticks utilized during evening walks (attached to animal’s collar); 21) I utilize the headlamp during evening walks to avoid potholes, or sidewalk cracks that can create doggie/human injuries; and last but not least, 22) my housemates adore pets as much as I do (each support and sustain all safety measures, as the STANDARD, not an option). 23) NOTE: There is a backyard swimming pool with a dog and child Mesh Safety Pool Cover. It is designed and engineered with complete 2-ply strap webbing throughout the cover for unparalleled strength in the event it's walked or ran on during doggy play activities. The material is heavy duty and pets are supervised during outdoor play.

“Beautiful job! She took such great care of our pets!!”