Dog Sitting Beech Grove

About: I have professional experience working in veterinary medicine and providing compassionate, attentive care to animals with a wide range of personalities and needs. Through my experience, I have developed skills in recognizing changes in behavior, safely handling pets, administering medications when directed, monitoring overall health and comfort, and helping reduce stress during care. I’m comfortable caring for energetic pets, senior pets, and animals that may need extra patience or attention. As a pet owner myself, I understand how important trust, communication, and consistency are. My goal is always to make pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while giving owners peace of mind knowing their pets are in experienced and caring hands. I work full-time Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM–6:00 PM, with Thursdays and weekends off, but I still make time to provide dependable pet care around my schedule. I’m available for morning drop-ins, evening visits, overnight care when planned in advance, and have greater flexibility on Thursdays and weekends for longer visits, walks, and quality time. I understand how important routines are for pets and will work with owners to make sure their pets receive consistent, attentive care that fits their needs. Your pet’s safety, comfort, and well-being are always my top priorities. With my background in veterinary medicine and hands-on animal care experience, I pay close attention to behavior, routines, and any signs that a pet may be stressed or uncomfortable. I believe trust is built through communication, consistency, and treating every animal with patience and respect. I work to create a calm, safe, and positive environment where pets can feel comfortable and secure while their owners are away, and I provide updates so you can have peace of mind knowing your pet is in caring and experienced hands.

“Janna did great checking in on my three cats for a long weekend! She was very thorough about understanding and implementing care instructions, provided good communication and pictures, and was able to carefully accommodate one of my cats that is very fearful of strangers. I hope to be able to rebook with her in the future!”

Kerigan B.

“Alexa was great with my two kitties. Flexible and really easy to get ahold of to coordinate dates and a meet up in advance.”

Elizabeth B.

About: I grew up with dogs and cats and have always loved animals. Although I'm not technically trained, I did go through obedience school with my Labrador retriever in Middle School and learned proper handling of tugging dogs. I have also had to handle lifting medium sized dogs (the lab and pit mixes) due to deteriorating health in old age. I live in a single, smoke-free household with a fenced in yard for lots of room for supervised running for dogs. There is also plenty room inside for curious cat exploration. I love all animals and can't wait to get the opportunity to shower all your pets with love. I am currently looking for new employment and can do anytime during the week for boarding, walks, drops ins, etc. I am entirely open for now. I live alone in a single family home with a fenced in yard. Although the yard is fenced in, I would not allow unsupervised time outside and will leave leashing up to the client. Animals will be allowed on furniture unless otherwise stated by the client. I will feed based on the clients request.

“Brooklyn and Taylor took excellent care for our babies! Thank you so much!”

Krista S.

“Molly provided exceptional drop-in care for our cat, Thomas, while we were away on vacation for a week. Thomas is a very affectionate house cat, but he’s usually hesitant around new people. I wasn’t sure if he would come out during her visits, but I needed someone responsible who would maintain his normal routine by providing fresh food and keeping his litter box clean. Molly exceeded every expectation. She sent us daily photos of Thomas enjoying snuggles and playtime with her, along with thoughtful updates about his behavior and how he was adjusting. It was clear she took the time to make him feel comfortable and cared for. Knowing Thomas had companionship and comfort while we were away gave us peace of mind. We would recommend Molly to anyone looking for a dependable pet sitter who is truly in tune with cats. She is a natural with them.”

Robin M.

“Ellen did a wonderful job with Murphy. We asked to add on an extra day for 2 drop in visits last minute because my mom is very unwell out of state and Ellen immediately said yes. Murphy and Ellen have bonded beautifully. She’s amazing. I trust her fully with my dog.❤️”

Dawn B.

“Hannah was amazing with our cat while we were gone for 10 days! She provided pictures and updates. Emmi loved her and the new toy she brought! We will definitely rebook when we leave town. Hannah is really reliable and so good with animals!”

Nicole D.

“Tawsha was wonderful! She provides detailed messages and was super great and loving with my boys. You can be sure your pets are in good hands with Tawsha- which makes being away from them so much less stressful!”

Mecca B.

“Heather was super flexible and extremely responsive when it came to checking in on my pets! She went above and beyond to make my cats feel comfortable even though she was only looking after my dog. I am extremely appreciative of her attentiveness and how sincerely she cared for my little guys. Highly recommend!!!”

Kalene G.

“Christy was great, Maizy took to her the minute she meet her. Christy was friendly, professional and excellent communication. We would highly recommend her and we will use Christy again in the future.”

MISTY S.

“Jena is always so great with our cats and has won over our more shy cat as well! She is always very communicative and takes great care of our babies.”

Katy W.

About: I was born with pets, cats and dogs. My best friend, a vet tech, has trusted me with her elderly husky and the 2 young ones. All adopted! I loved it so I adopted my own Husky, Kingston (that’s him in my photo). I know training is for the pet AND the human. Exercise, affection, and discipline are keys for a happy pet life, not aggression or cruelty. Pet health and grooming are second nature to me, and I have access to a licensed veterinary opinion in case of emergencies. Ask me anything if concerned, I want to be friends with your fur babies! I work 8 hour days during the week, off by 5. That leaves my availability at evenings and weekends for now. Pet has a LOT of energy? We’re gonna burn it! I go for walks 30 minutes twice daily, morning and evening. Feeding times are specific to the dog so I communicate with you on their routine so they can continue it and still fit in at puppy daycare! I have a two story duplex in Irvington, where I’m surrounded by parks and the Pleasant Run Trail. Pet has a LOT of energy? We’re gonna burn it! I go for walks since the husky boy needs it, and he is trained and friendly and likes to play with friends if allowed so he’s as excited as I am! We take 30 minute walks twice daily, morning and evening. We go to the the dog park (broad ripple or clay terrace) on Sundays. Feeding whenever convenient for the pet I’m watching, some dietetic pets need a strict timeline so we stick to that. Playtime when they are ready to play, but also an organized routine of games and training during that time. Whether I come to you or they come to me, the environment and schedule is pet friendly.

About: When I was a kid, I helped my grandfather on his horse farm and would take care of the barn cats. Since then, I have lived in a 3 cat household where two of the cats did not get along and created a schedule so they could both be happy. I can bathe a pet myself if needed, as I have done this for my cat Juniper. My grandparents have two smaller dogs Ginger and Cleo I have cared for for a few days. We have fun taking walks and exploring nature. For bigger dogs, when I was in high school, I would help with the neighbors' Bernese mountain dog Abby, and I have spent a lot of time with my aunt A's doodle Bruno. I have also spent time with medium size dogs, as my aunt B has two pitbull mixes, that are very affectionate and love the dog park. I know that all dogs have different needs and I try to met them. This means that with my uncle’s older pup we won’t do any jogging, but with my aunt’s younger doodle we will definitely jog a bit. I work in education and currently have my days free to spend with furry friends. This means I can be flexible when it comes to pet sitting and spending the night. I am a very friendly, clean, and organized person and I’ll make sure that if I am coming over to your home that food is served and any accidents are cleaned up. As long as you give me a list of what needs to happen for your furry friend, I’ll make sure it gets done. From crating your pup to tricking your pet to take their medication For pups, I will ensure they’ll get the amount of walks needed a day, as well as some outdoor playtime with whatever games they like to play. I will make sure that there is no poop left on our path and check to make sure there isn't anything concerning. Plus, I will feed them according to their schedule. For cats, I will ensure that they get two square meals a day and that their water is never empty. I will also pet and play with them as much as they desire because some cats are more recluse than others. I will also scoop out their litter box, and clean out the litter box if needed

About: Former doggy daycare employee, multi-year animal shelter volunteer, and pet sitter extraordinaire for friends and family. I love all animals big and small, but especially enjoy caring for dogs and cats. Not discriminatory toward any breed of dog. I have pretty flexible availability currently and do my best to review and update my calendar every day to ensure it is up to date. I am happy to stay overnight in your home if preferred, and/or do late night and early morning check-ins! I am reliable and understand I am fortunate to have the opportunity to care for your dog. I will be respectful of your privacy and space, and will treat your dog and home as if I am caring for my own.

“Betty was great! It was so nice knowing that my pup had someone like Betty to drop in on him while I was out of town. She sent photos and kind status updates every time she visited him. She was even caring enough to take her own time to drop by and meet my dog ahead of time. Would certainly recommend!”

Audrey P.

About: I have been doing over night stays for around 5 years now! I also have distributed medication, adhered to strict feeding guidelines, vet transportation, and lots of outdoor activities! For me written instructions are the best but I can do anything! I love to help where I can. I am currently working part time and in school but I do have Wednesdays available and the weekends! I also can do late night feedings/ walks I’m off by 7. Currently I am not available to have animals in my living space but that’s why I would love to take care of yours! I do have a large enough vehicle so we can always explore!

“Lauren helped me in a pinch for a last minute drop in. She was quick to do a meet and greet. My dog Ted was very excited to meet her and enjoyed his time with her during her drop in!”

Jessica L.

About: I have watched and taken care of dogs and cats since I was little. I have great experience with animals I first meet, even if they seem a bit mean. I have raised my own dog for the past 10 years with issues in anxiety, from pup to adult pup! I understand feeding times and how important they can be to making sure medication is delivered appropriately. While i travek with my wife, i have dealt with a wide variety of dogs from the app, nothing has been to hard to deal with or anything i couldnt handle! With patience and adaptability is how I persevere. I am also LGBTQ+ friendly! I do not discriminate and want to foster good relationships with my clients so they know I can be trusted to take care if their pet! (Or home, in the event I house sit!) I am generally open to anything my time slots provide. Overnights should not be an issue but will need to be talked about prior to booking. I do NOT have have a place to house dogs so currently I am only a house sitter. Please let me know if you have any questions! I used to care for 2 dogs and a cat while i was with my wife but now i just have the cat. The cat is very much self sufficient, although she does revel in all the pets that we have to offer, but the dogs take more work! I love to take dogs on walks in the various parks around where i am living and will do the same for yours! If you have favorite spot let me know about it!! I can incorporate a walk there for your pups if you would like!

“Ariadne was able to do an unexpected drop in visit to feed and med my cats :)”

Misty N.