Pet Sitting Black Earth

“Cilyr was so good with our two dogs. We have to do slow introductions with our puppy, Scout, due to reactivity. Cilyr has experience with reactive dogs so that was so helpful!”

Kristan O.

“Great communication and great with our Goldendoodle! Thanks Cali!!!”

Niki E.

“Absolutely fantastic experience with Mandi and delighted she was able to take our booking. Mandi came for a meet-and-greet in advance of the booking to review details and get acquainted with our home, our cat, and his care. He was much more relaxed and comfortable when we returned than when we've picked him up from boarding in the past; at his advanced age, that means so much! We're looking forward to our next booking with Mandi!”

Annie L.

“Peyton quickly befriended our new cat and sent us cute photos while we were away! She handled my long list of instructions with understanding and grace!”

Kate B.

“Cloey was great with our two cats. She kept us well informed while we were away and the cats seemed to enjoy her company. We would definitely book with Cloey again in the future.”

Beth R.

“Laura did a wonderful job of caring for our kitty while we were away and provided some bonus help for us like getting the mail and watering our flower pots! We appreciate her help so much!”

Julie G.

About: I’m a school counselor (on hiatus) stay at home mom. I take pride in providing peace of mind for people during their travel. I have 30+ years of experience pet sitting (starting when I was 8), with 15 of those years being professional dog handling when I used to help raise and train guide dogs for blind people. I have a friendly dog that loves to host guests. He adapts his play style to each dog; if they want to run around, he wants to be chased. If they don’t feel like playing, he will give space. Like many resident male dogs, he often feels uncomfortable with large breed adolescent males, particularly intact. I will make decisions on a case by case basis regarding adolescent males. I do require dogs be crated when unattended in my home for their safety and comfort. We can discuss your dog’s unique needs. Please be sure your animals are up to date on vaccinations and preventative meds (flea/tick and heartworm). What can I offer? I can board your dog (or pet!) at my home or do home visits. I’m experienced in smalls like cats, pocket pets, and birds. I have even cared for people’s hobby farms (horses, donkeys, goats, chickens, etc). I have a fenced yard. I’ve adopted 4 Rottweilers in the past with unique behavior issues and fostered many other breeds so I’m used to handling all types of dogs, including those who need a little time to settle in. I’m home during the day. Your dog becomes part of my “pack”, built around their comfort level. I have one pet dog, two small kids and two teen step daughters. Sometimes I have other boarded dogs but I’ll always confirm with both dogs’ families before I book an overlap. I won’t book a dog if they aren’t a good match for someone already booked. For home visits. My 2 littles tag along with me. Unless I can get my partner to take them after work hours. I put your pets needs as a priority, so if your pet isn’t fond of children, I won’t let my kids bug them. My home has backyard access with a fence (4 foot tall chain link and 6 foot tall privacy fence along the road side). If you don’t want your dog interacting with mine, I am experienced in keeping dogs separate and safe. I’ve boarded/raised over 100 dogs and I’ve never had any issues with dogs getting loose or scuffling. Sitting in your home: I can do the basics such as feeding and potty. I can take your dog for walks or play in your yard and spend some time with them in your home.

“We had a wonderful experience with Lynne! She was reliable, caring, and kept us updated while we were away. It was clear our pups were happy and well cared for, which gave us great peace of mind. We would definitely recommend her and would happily book with her again!”

trina m.

“May has been a wonderful help with our cat. Attentive to our needs and concerns. This is our second time with May and hopefully not the last.”

Matthew S.

“Madalyn did a spectacular job watching my three cats for 5 days. She was super great with communicating any issues like my cat feeder that ran out of batteries and stopped working, went above and beyond to help get that fixed, and made sure to keep me updated the whole time. She was extremely polite and respectful of my home and my cats, and I felt very reassured during my vacation knowing she was there to care for them. I will absolutely be booking with Madalyn again in the future!”

Megan S.

About: I have over 30 years experience training dogs. I am able to dog sit from my home full time. I recently moved to a large property in the country, that is a short 35 minute drive from Madisons west side. I have a acer that is completely fenced in and I am more than happy to offer pick up and drop off to the west side of Madison. I'm professional trained as a dog groomer, worked professionally for over 6 years as a groomer, dog trainer and doggie daycare provider. I have also worked as a vet assistant for 2 years in Denver Colorado. I am certified in humane and dog CPR and I graduated with an EMS degree for humans, this training helps me respond to variety of situations with confidence. I was a volunteer at two different Humane Society's for over 12 years. I have fostered, rehabilitated and Rehoused 15 dogs most with serious behavioral issues. I am an avid dog lover and enjoy spending time with my dogs and other people's dogs. I can stay home full time now. I also have a full acer that is fenced and I have walking trails in the country and I still frequently go to the dog park and I am never gone more than 1-2 hours. Rover is away for me to stay home with my dogs and hopefully your dogs. My dogs LOVE having dog friends visit our pack and home.-I am a firm believer in the saying "A tired dog is a good dog".- I have been dog sitting full time for the past year and I enjoy being home all day long. I recently moved and have an acer of fenced land and I am happy to offer pick up and drop off of your pet or we can meet closer to your house. I am only about 30 mins south of Madison. I have a huge fenced yard with extra gates and separate fenced areas to do introductions safely. Dogs are NEVER left unsupervised outside. Your dog’s safety and mine dogs safety is my top priority!

About: Although I have not been a trainer, I have raised my own puppy, as well as been around dogs my whole life! I love nothing more than dogs and the joy they bring to peoples lives, I know times can get busy, but that’s what i’m here for! I have my own puppy at home, and i love spending time with him, but i also love spending time with other dogs:) i love going on walks, and to parks around the neighborhood! I will make sure your pet is actively cared for while I am with them, I will play with, and attend to their special needs!

About: I've been around dogs my entire life, my father was a veterinarian. I love being around and interacting with dogs because of how affectionate they are. I've taken care of family and friends pets for over 20 years and am willing to allow your pet to stay in their home where they are most comfortable while you are away. I am currently retired and open for whatever your needs are, 7 days of the week. I am open to staying at your home any day of the week as needed, or for drop in visits during the day. I will follow your instructions on how to care for your pet in your home to keep their schedule as consistent as possible. I enjoy taking dogs for walks and letting them play and relax.

About: I'm usually always the go-to person when it comes to caring for family and friends pets when they go out of town and I absolutely love it! As a college student I don't have much time to have my own companion right now, but being able to have the responsibility for short periods of time fills up my doggy bucket :) I'm currently in college, so my schedule can be more flexible. Pet care allows me to still work during the school year while having flexibility to work when I’m able and to still put much of my attention towards school. In-home pet care to me involves maintaining routines through consistent feeding, exercise, and health monitoring. I prioritize home security, clear communication with owners, and a clean environment to ensure safety and comfort for all the doggies.

About: Dogs are my favorite people - I attract dogs wherever I go. I have owned two dogs in my adult life-English Bulldog and Goldendoodle. Currently, I have a 10 year old goldendoodle. She loves everyone. I am a teacher and have off during the summer. I enjoy hiking, camping, biking, running, reading, gardening, and cooking. I’m currently on summer break, so my days are very flexible. During the school year, I am available before 7am or after 4pm. I have a very friendly goldendoodle. I have a big yard. I am willing to provide lots of love, playtime, and walks for your dog. I can be active with your pet or sit with them and love them up. Whatever you need, I can provide.

“We had a wonderful experience with Amber, she was prompt and handled my high-energy dog perfectly. It was clear my dog had a blast with her, returning happy and well-exercised. Highly recommend!”

Kate H.

“Natalina did a wonderful job! She was communicative and responsive, making sure my pups got the best care. I would definitely hire her again!”

Alexis G.

About: I am a dependable, caring, responsible, kind, compassionate animal lover that will take great care of your pet. You will not have to worry while you are away because your animal will receive stellar quality care from someone with over 30 years of experience taking care of animals. I am an active, athletic person that can exercise your pet wherever it is most comfortable - whether that is at dog parks, hiking trails, relaxed walks, bicycle rides, or whatever location you request. I have fairly open availability currently because I am a stay at home mother, so I can be very attentive to your pet and their specific needs. Thank you so much for your consideration. I really look forward to meeting you and your pets! I am currently a stay-at-home mother, so I can be very attentive to your pets' needs and have a very flexible schedule. I would love to find a way to fit your pets into my schedule. I'm a dependable, caring, responsible, kind, compassionate animal lover that will take great care of your pet. You won't have to worry while you're away because your animal will receive stellar quality care from someone with over 30 years of experience taking care of animals. I can't wait to meet you and your pets!

“Emily was wonderful watching our dog for a few days while we were out of town. She was prompt, great with communicating, and very trustworthy. I felt very comfortable knowing our dog was being well cared for. I would highly recommend Emily to anyone and would absolutely book with her again! Thank you Emily!”

Kate G.

“We had a one-time drop-in visit for our cat Noodle, and it was a great experience. Communication was prompt and clear, and they were right on time. Even though it was just one stop, they made sure Noodle was well taken care of and comfortable. We really appreciated the update and photos — it gave us peace of mind knowing Noodle was in good hands. You can tell they genuinely care about animals and take their responsibility seriously. Reliable, kind, and professional. We would absolutely book again and highly recommend”

Mitch