Dog Sitting Allendale

About: With over 15 years of pet sitting experience, I provide dependable, compassionate care for animals of all kinds. I’ve also fostered puppies through Unleashed Love Pet Rescue here in West Michigan, giving me hands-on experience with dogs of all ages, temperaments, and needs. Animals have always been a part of my life—I’ve had a dog for as long as I can remember—and I truly understand the comfort, companionship, and emotional support they bring. I treat every pet I care for as if they were my own, making sure they feel safe, loved, and well cared for while you’re away. Whether you need drop-in visits, daily walks, or extended stays, you can count on me to be reliable, attentive, and respectful of your pet’s routine. My goal is to give you peace of mind knowing your pets are in caring, experienced hands. I work Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4 PM, with the flexibility to work remotely when needed. I’m typically in the office Tuesday through Thursday, but my schedule allows me to adjust and be available for your pet’s needs. I care for pets in my home as if they are my own, paying close attention to their body language, routines, and individual needs and preferences. I also provide care in the owner’s home with the same level of attentiveness, respect, and consistency. I treat every home I enter with extreme care, professionalism, and respect.

“She was so amazing and really helped us out on such short notice! Super friendly and we could tell our pup just loved her so much!”

Meghann P.

“Great communication, pre-booking meet & greet and scheduled care. Jacquelyn is a great pet caretaker, who we will gladly book with again!”

John W.

About: With 12 years of experience, I provide daily dog care for all ages, including feeding, walks, playtime, medication routines, and house sitting. I grew up with a dog and volunteered at a humane society supporting daily checkups and adoptions. From Monday to Friday I am available to care for a dog or cat after 5:30pm On Saturday and Sunday I am available from 9am to 8pm I treat every pet as if they were my own. I focus on safety, consistency, and comfort by following routines, maintaining a clean environment, and giving lots of attention. I respect your homes, provide regular updates, and make sure pets feel secure, loved, and stress-free while in my care.

About: Hello👋 I’m Lauren! A proud dog mamma & a real lover for all dog breeds! (Experience with Puppy and Senior dogs- I’m experienced with administering oral medication/vitamins & taking care of special needs) Growing up, I always had a fur friend at home & started dog sitting when I was a middle schooler; My love for animals started then & has blossomed! They are truly medicine for our souls! 🙏🙏 Count on me to care for your fur friend/s like they are my own🫶 Boarding overnight/Doggy Daycare/Scheduled Walks/Check-ins to keep your furbabe/s entertained, comforted & highly cared for. Play time/interaction with dog toys, walks, & play with me & my pups are valued. (Fetch, chew sticks in shade & sun) I can offer a fenced in yard with plenty of room to roam! 🐾🐾🐾 I have 2 Bernese Mountain boys. Bernie is 4 years old with a playful heart & very friendly to hang with yours! We rescued our 2nd Bernese, Gus, he is 3 years & is also playful, lovable & friendly with other pups! loves outdoor playtime, treats and naps. 🖤 Let me know if you want a meet & greet & tour to secure your pets time here. We like to stay cozy at home & enjoy daily neighborhood walks to keep active. Safe area & trail nearby walking distance. You can rely on me to play hard and chill hard with your fur friends! I’m currently working full time downtown Grand Rapids, Monday-Friday with flex hours. My weekend availability is fully open for helping out with your pups!! (Please book ahead of time & I’m willing & able to coordinate drop-offs/pickups). I fully enjoy all breeds and would love to spend time with your pup/s to entertain and keep safe, comfort & entertain! I can offer professional and loving dog care. Allergic to cats, sorry! I have a fenced in yard and a friendly dog at home to keep your fur babies feel welcomed. I can separate depending to make you feel comfortable-but haven’t needed to do that with any of our dog visitors. 🙏

About: I’ve always had animals of my own, basically since I was old enough to walk. I started my own pet-sitting business when I was 13. I’m the go-to for friends and family when they need their babies cared for and I love every breed. I studied veterinary medicine for a number of years and have more recently begun to train dogs, as well. I work full-time but I make my own schedule. I also live just a few minutes away from my work and can pop back to my house when need be. I’m already taking care of our senior dog, our new puppy, and our two cats. I love being outside and taking the babies for walks. I have a fenced in yard as well as two other dogs and two other cats. I have a large crate as well as two portable enclosures and no shortage of extra bowls, blankets, toys, and towels. I live in a great neighborhood and there is a park a block away. It’s important to me that animals are well taken care of and I love spending extra time playing and snuggling with any babies I get to hang out with.

About: I’ve been responsible for friends and family’s pets since roughly 16, more recently cats in the last 4 years. Plenty of experience all the way from small skittish beagles to large reactive pit mix’s. The key is patience and that’s one thing I can promise with your pet, understanding and dealing with different breeds, ages, sizes, behaviors and sometimes even disabilities/health concerns (we love em all). Also have experience with cats, all the way to senior cats with disabilities/health concerns (hearing & kidney failure) to fat cats with spicy attitude, I would like to say I have a plethora of different experience to care for your pet. Lastly, I think I would be a great sitter by being patient and simply understanding what pets mean to people! I do work full time in office but have work from home flexibility, as well as I pick my hours so can be available if needed. I prefer boarding on the weekends but can be available during the week! I can be available to let your dog out every 2 hours if needed, as well as give medication, feed them, and play with them as well. I live in a 1BR Deluxe duplex, have half of the first floor house to myself, so ample room for another or two. Do have liter box, as well as enough space for another if needed. As well as enough space for a dog crate and their favorite toys, food and treats :) My young pit mix has plenty of space shared with Gibby my cat, but they always choose to lay on the same bed together !

About: I have owned and taken care of animals my entire life, I have several years of experience caring for dogs and cats including walking, bathing, feeding, and so much more! I also have experience in basic training for younger animals and I am also able to care for senior animals such as giving medication or treating them with the extra care they deserve! I'm currently a part time student at MCC so I will have plenty of time to care for and play with your pets! My pronouns are He/Him I prioritize your pets safety and will never leave them out of my sight or unattended. I will take upmost care and consideration when it comes to keeping your pets healthy, safe, and happy.

About: Growing up I’ve always had a love for animals particularly dogs. I don’t think there has been a point in my life I’ve lived without a dog or two. Now as an adult I’ve turned that passion into dog sitting and caring for others pets. It’s hard to find someone you trust and feel comfortable with as this is dog is part of your family. I would love to help with that. I’ve been a dog sitter for over 26 years now through word of mouth. I have personally owned many chihuahuas, huskies, shepherd mix and a coonhound. I specialize in providing care for older dogs who require special attention and a safe, comfortable environment. Additionally, I have extensive experience with dogs who suffer from separation anxiety, helping them feel secure through extra attention and dedicated time. While I am particularly familiar with smaller breeds, I have also cared for dogs of all sizes throughout my career. If you're looking for someone who will treat your dog with the same love and care as their own, I would be delighted to help. I’m currently a stay at home mom with older kids in school (8,14,17 and away at college 19 years old). During the day it would be a quiet relaxed environment. I have a passion for dogs and love helping pet owners with any behavioral issues or support as I care for their pets. I’m able to make the dog comfortable and have enjoyed the bond I create with every dog I watch. My goal is to help those relax while gone knowing they don’t have to worry about the care of their pet. While I normally have one dog at a time, occasionally there may be days when boarding and doggy day care overlap or I may do both on a case by case basis but I will do my best to inform owners ahead of time and accommodate owners and pets accordingly. I first would want to know how you care for your dog in your home. From there I try to adjust how I watch him or her in my home so the pet is comfortable doing what they are use to. Communication is important so I can understand what the needs are and provide a safe environment.

About: I have always had dogs growing up as a child and my love for them has grown into my adulthood even more. I've taken care of dogs ranging in all different sizes and breeds most my life. I have experience in dog care from volunteering at Harbor Humane Society's and animal shelters along with caretaking for dogs at home. I have experience in catering to old and newborn dogs aswell as dogs that require medications and "extra" help around the house. I’m currently only working 4 days a week(Monday- Thursday) which gives me plenty of time to care for animals over the weekend. I'm more than happy to be of service for your furry best friend! I care for pets as if they are my own and treated with the utmost respect and safety as if they were royalty. If they need any special treatment or needs I will gladly accommodate them. Examples would be crates, treats, medicine, routines, animal food, etc. Unfortunately rover takes 20% of all earnings, which is due to the price increase if you’ve booked with us before, thank you for your understanding.

“I booked Elyse for 7 drop in visits and she exceeded my expectations. There were some days I wasn’t able to make it home for lunch to let Nimbus out and having Elyse stop by took a lot of stress off my plate. I was nervous at first but seeing the report card and photos every time put my mind at ease. I really look forward to booking with her again.”

Ashley C.

About: **Beginning 9/22/26 we will be taking a few months hiatus as we welcome our first baby! If you are one of our routine clients, feel free to message us anyway as we may be ready to take dogs sooner - you never know 😊** I moved away from the New England area during the pandemic and came to the Midwest where I didn’t know anyone. Back home, I had friends and family begging me to go on vacation so they could dog sit my dog, but here, without knowing too many people, finding a dog sitter was a really difficult ordeal. Thankfully, Rover and other apps helped, especially when I was able to travel again. I'm looking to help out in the same way this app and others helped me. I live in a large home with my wife Kelly, two dog friendly cats, and a very chill dog of our own. Pearl and Boy are our orange kitties and Candy is a 55lb brown lab mix. Candy and I used to be a certified therapy animal team when we had more time on our hands. All three animals love company (mostly human company but other animals are more than welcome, too) so your pet will definitely not be alone while you're away between us five. We do have a fenced-in yard and all dogs are welcome to roam the entire house - especially if you also allow that in your home. But if your animal needs their own space, we have a loft area, the yard, and various dog beds to decompress throughout the house. The old owners of our home used to be dog breeders and the home came with amenities specifically catered to hosting dogs. While we don’t and won’t breed ourselves, these features of the home make a great dog-friendly home for any pet while you’re away! We both work full time but Kelly is home three days a week and I’m home the other two. Typically my day revolves around when I should take the dogs out anyway. Usually one walk around 7am, another around noon, another around 5 when I get back and one before bed. How we care for your pet will be completely up to you and how you normally care for them. The goal is to keep the disruption of a routine to a minimum while treating your dog to a change of scenery and a new friend

“Vashti and Chris are amazing to work with and go above and beyond. I can always enjoy my time away knowing they're caring for my pets. Thank you!”

Kyleigh T.

“Vicki did an amazing job with our dog. He was so happy the minute he saw her. Followed all our directions and we loved the pictures. I would definitely recommend her to anyone and will request her again in the future.”

Patricia K.

“Arisha was wonderful with our old man dog. The pics that she sent showed him extreme happy and enjoying her visits. Will most definitely use her again!”

Bob A.

“Great job taking care of my cat.”

Emily W.

About: Animals of all kinds have a close spot to my heart. I’ve taken care of tons of different types of pets the past 5 years; snakes, amphibians, reptiles, rodents, farm animals, and, of course, cats and dogs! Respect for well-being, attention, and empathy are critical when working with pets, and I bring all of that to every pet and home I care for. I’m currently working full-time, with many days being virtual, so day visits can be accommodated. My availability, generally though, is most weekdays past 5 PM, and morning drop-in visits. Weekends have more availability. Overnight visits can be accommodated most days as well. I regularly like to check in on my pets to make sure their needs are met, regular bathing, and regular feeding. Engagement and stimulation are critical so toys, treats, play and attention are important for me to do regularly.

About: I have always loved animals. My favorite thing to do is go on walks because I get to spend time with my best buddies and I get some excercise myself. All dogs have a unique personality and I love getting the opportunity to get to know each dog. I am a pretty active person myself so I am able to power walk or even run to get the dogs energy out! My schedule is pretty flexible but I prefer mornings and afternoons (morning walks are always peaceful and nice). I am willing to travel to trails and other walking areas to give the dog a new adventure and so they do not get bored with the same walking routine. I think even dogs like to change up where they walk every now and then! My current work schedule is already extremely flexible. I am able to work around any pet care visits and walks. I would love to spend the extra time I have caring for animals as they always make days brighter! Currently I am only doing care at the clients home. We just moved and currently do not have a fence set up yet. Our two dogs listen pretty well so we don’t have to worry about them running off, but I don’t want to risk watching anyone else’s fur baby at our home until we have a fence put up! I am willing to care for pets at the clients home and can promise I won’t make a mess and will clean up after myself and the pet!

About: Thanks to my passion and love for animals i have confidence that your pet(s) will be in good hands! I am comfortable with a range of pets big and small, anywhere from reptiles and aquatic animals to dogs, birds and cats. Let’s make your fur babies feel like they are on vacation! Please contact me with any questions you have about my care and i will be more than happy to answer them! Thank you! I am currently working 2 part time jobs and do rover on the side! Pet care is my passion and i would love to do Rover more! Your home, your rules! I will try my best to keep any rules or routines that your pet(s) have! I understand the importance of having those in place and will try my hardest to abide by them! Requested information about your pet Inform me of any medical issues that i may need to attend to (seizures, medications) or their triggers on walks (barking at other dogs, afraid of loud noises or people). I am currently working part-time job so I’ll have plenty of time before 3 PM to walk, feed or play with your animals any day of the week. Your home, your pet, your rules! I will try my best to keep any rules or routines that your pet(s) have! I understand the importance of having those in place and will try my hardest to abide by them! Requested information about your pet Inform me of any medical issues that i may need to attend to (seizures, medications) or their triggers on walks (barking at other dogs, afraid of loud noises or people).

“This was my first time and I wanted to meet before leaving the state, McKenzie was willing to make time the day of her family Christmas gathering for me, her willingness reflected she takes the job seriously. Since I had a prior sitter cancel last minute I was very grateful McKenzie was reliable!”

Marie W.