House Sitting Butano Park

“Caroline was fantastic! She kept me updated with plenty of photos and videos while I was away, and my boys warmed up to her right away. Highly recommend! :)”

Aisha K.

About: I've been around animals for as long as I can remember, starting with Ginger, my family's German shepherd and husky mix, four cats, fish, and pet rodents growing up. I later spent about two years volunteering at my local SPCA, working hands-on with dogs of every size and temperament, from bouncy puppies to nervous rescues. I've also had cats of my own as an adult, including two rescues, and fostered kittens before I started traveling. Since then I've cared for pets through farm stays and housesits across Costa Rica, Panama, Spain, and Canada — dogs, cats, chickens, turkeys, goats, sheep, pigs, a donkey, as well as an adult pet rabbit. 😊 I'm comfortable administering medication, working with anxious or senior animals, and managing multi-pet households. I'm calm, attentive, and treat every home and animal I look after like my own. I'm currently transitioning to the San Mateo County area temporarily starting early November and building my schedule around pet care full-time, so I have plenty of flexibility for house sits, and daily visits, including extended or last-minute stays. I don't currently have a conflicting 9-to-5, which means I can commit fully to a pet's normal routine for the length of a booking rather than fitting care in around other work. Since I focus on house sitting, I stay at your home rather than asking your pet to adjust to a new environment. I follow feeding, medication, and walking routines exactly as instructed, keep the house clean and secure, and send regular photo updates so you can relax while you're away. I don't bring other pets into the home, so your animal gets my full attention for the whole stay.

“Annelliese was my saving angel! She earned the most glowing review. I have 2 senior dogs and cat who need very special care right now, with medication and a detailed regimen. I never leave them these days, because only I know if one of my babies isn’t feeling well. I had a family emergency and I needed to leave them with someone who could stay here. I was so nervous to do that with all that is going on with senior illnesses. Well I saw Annelliese’s profile and she was as wonderful as her profile describes her! She was very detailed, very in tune with the animals, immediate response to my nervous texts, and followed my suggestions to help with feeding issues. The house was super tidy and she even took out the trash! Annelliese is very sweet and definitely an animal whisperer. I can’t recommend her enough and she is the perfect sitter for any care situation!”

Karen C.

“Kiana was a wonderful sitter for our dog, Pepper. She was communicative, punctual, and kept us updated with great pictures throughout her stay. Above all, Kiana really took the time to understand Pepper and her behaviors and traits. Pepper is quite shy and often anxious, and it was clear that Kiana was able to form a safe connection in a short time.”

Jacob G.

“Jamie was fantastic. I am always nervous leaving my pup and she put me right at ease. She did a great job, I didn’t have to worry about him at all!”

Kristina Z.

“Michaela was wonderful. Our fur family can be quite challenging (2 dogs and 2 cats). Our Sophie (pitbull) is blind and likes to cause chaos with the cats. Michaela handled them beautifully. She was very attentive to their needs / ie. she allowed all 4 to sleep with her. We will definitely be rebooking with Michaela.”

Zoe K.

“We had a great experience with Marcese. Bella took to him right away, which made us feel completely at ease. He did an excellent job house-sitting and went above and beyond by giving her an extra walk. Communication was great, and we came home to a clean house and a happy, relaxed pup. We would gladly book Marcese again and highly recommend him!”

Phuong T.

“Highly recommend Coralee! She took excellent care of Hawkeye, and we felt comfortable and confident leaving him in her care at our place. Will happily hire her again!”

Karin M.

“Fang was amazing! Our dog Annie is a recent rescue and is still really anxious about new people and things. Fang went out of her way to meet with Annie multiple times before she watched her, and gave Annie the time and space to really warm up to her. She was so wonderfully patient with Annie. We knew she was in good hands when we left - and Fang sent us plenty of photos which helped reassure us that Annie was doing ok while we were gone. Annie clearly had a great time!”

Kelly H.

“Gary has a huge heart for people and animals. We were so glad to know our fur babies were in the right hands while we were gone. He left the house in great shape and was willing to go the extra mile for us when our flights were delayed to return home. Thanks, Gary!”

Melissa W.

“Lauren takes great care of our Frenchie and our home. We feel very comfortable leaving him in her care and are able to enjoy our trips knowing he’s in capable and loving hands.”

Ash M.

About: Hi! I’m a huge animal lover and have been lucky enough to care for some wonderful dogs and cats through pet sitting :) A little about me: I’m from San Jose and work remotely in audience engagement, so I have a pretty flexible schedule and can spend plenty of time with your pets! I’ve cared for pets with different personalities and needs, whether they’re full of energy, a little shy, or just want someone to hang out and cuddle with. I love getting to know each pet and making sure they feel comfortable while their owners are away. I’m also very respectful of people’s homes and always make sure to leave everything clean and tidy. I’m more than happy to send photos and updates throughout the stay because I know how much it means to know your pets are doing well. I’d love the opportunity to meet your furry family members and give them lots of love and attention while you’re away! I work remotely. I have time to give pets extra love when needed + easier to bond with them. I can wake up early for feeding + play time In my clients home, I don’t rush them. I extend my hand out first so they can smell me and get to know me by my sent. I follow their routines by the T! So they know we are gonna do their favorite things and we could build trust.

About: I have 20 years of family pet care experience, deeply rooted in providing daily, personalized care to a variety of family pets. From feeding routines to grooming and creating a nurturing home environment, I’ve handled each aspect with dedication. My experience includes monitoring health and behavior, recognizing early signs of issues, and administering basic first aid or medications when necessary. I’ve developed a strong understanding of animal needs, ensuring each pet feels safe, loved, and well-cared for, which has strengthened my skills in attentive, compassionate animal care and their wellbeing. Their lives are just as valuable. I am currently a Full-Time Store Manager in retail, which makes my schedule very flexible and easy to manage. I always do my best to move things around to make more space and time for my clients and their pets if our schedules do not align right away. I care for another person’s pet with the same level of dedication and compassion I would for my own. When in their home, I prioritize creating a safe, comforting environment for the pet, following their usual routines to minimize stress. I pay close attention to feeding schedules, exercise needs, and any specific care instructions provided, ensuring continuity of care and familiarity. I’m mindful of maintaining cleanliness and respect for the home, and I always keep an eye out for any signs of discomfort or health concerns, addressing them promptly. My goal is to provide peace of mind, knowing their pet is in capable, loving hands.

“Merci took excellent care of Louie and our home; provided updates when necessary, handled the poor guy’s tummy issues, and is generally an all around lovely person. We’ll be inviting her back anytime we need a sitter.”

Simone M.

About: Hi, I’m Michael. My husband and I provide calm, reliable dog boarding from our home in Downtown San Jose. We only host one household at a time, which means your dog gets more attention, a quieter environment, and a more consistent routine during their stay. We live in a house with a fenced yard, no pets, no children, and a non-smoking household. My husband works from home full-time, so dogs staying with us usually have steady companionship throughout the day. We are also close to Cahill Park, where we enjoy taking dogs for walks when their routine allows. I’m best suited for dogs who are house-trained, friendly, and comfortable in a home environment. I’m happy to follow your dog’s normal feeding, walking, medication, and bedtime routine, and I’ll send regular photo updates so you know how they’re doing. For first-time stays, I strongly prefer a meet-and-greet so we can make sure your dog is a good fit for our home. My goal is for every dog to feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for while you’re away. I prioritize giving each pet the attention they need. From morning walks to evening playtime, I ensure their schedules are consistent and comforting. Whether it’s feeding, grooming, or cuddling, caring for pets is a rewarding and natural part of my life. I have a fenced front and back yard. Only two points of entry and exit exist from my primary house. I’m very gentle and friendly with all animals.

About: Hello! New boarding clients: shorter stays are preferred, especially during the work week. Before I jump into things about me - while I would love to hang out with all of the dogs forever, I prefer shorter stays, especially during the work week, and longer stays are OK but preferably over the weekend. The higher energy pups during the work week will have me fetch hostage, taking meetings from my bedroom floor 🥲 you are still more than welcome to message me about a longer stay, but please understand why I may not be available. I am also *very allergic* to cats. Drop ins with them may be OK, but I won't be able to stay with them, lest we want me to suffocate 😆 the other problem is I can't resist touching them, but I acknowledge that's a me problem so it's sometimes best to remove temptation entirely. I have been a dog owner for the last 11 years. I’ve owned a pomeranian, a senior lab mix, and within the last year my family brought in a weiner dog. Ages and health requirements have varied. I just lost my 11 year old pomeranian to bladder cancer in July 2023. The last year of his life was spent taking him to chemo treatments, giving him several daily medications, treating daily symptoms, many sleepless nights and 3am walks, and so much more, but I wouldn’t change the last year with him for anything in the world. I absolutely love dogs and am joining Rover because I miss having a dog but am nowhere near ready to love like that again, but I’d love to care for your dog! My old pom man went almost everywhere with me; hikes through the redwoods, 3 hour long walks, 3 hour long bench sitting / people watching, the beach, Alice's restaurant, crepe vine A little bit about me: I work in Operations at a law firm in San Leandro and live in Foster City. I’ve been in clean tech since 2011, and you can find me on LinkedIn if you would like additional information about my work history. You can expect many pictures of your pup out and about with me 😁 and if I'm lucky, maybe a pic or two of us wearing cowboy hats I have a hybrid work set up, where I can work from home or work from the office at my own discretion and schedule. I can accommodate pet care throughout the day and evening depending on your pet's needs. My office is also pet friendly, depending on doggy behavior. I live in a 2 bedroom apartment in Foster City, 2 blocks away from a park. Your dog would have access to my whole apartment (unless your dog is used to it, I prefer not to enforce crating or separate rooms for them). I also have a sliding glass dog door that leads to a balcony. My senior dog used to use puppy pads on our balcony throughout the evening as his bladder tumor grew, so if your dog requires something similar that's perfectly fine.

“Great job. Sent pictures, got Jake in before dark and stayed at my house over night. Everything perfect upon return. Have already booked Violetta for my next trip.”

Jana C.

“Maya was very responsive and reliable during the initial search process and the house sitting time. She stayed with Doug for 2 nights/3 days. She sent us a picture update during her time with Doug, and communicated at various points to check in. We will be using Maya’s services again soon!”

Eden M.

“Catherine was a great sitter. Our dog wasn’t feeling well when we left town, but she looked after her and made sure to keep us updated with photos and info. Looking forward to having her come back again!”

Maggie A.

About: I've grown up in a family of dogs! I've been with and trained multiple dogs from puppies I love! I live with 4 girls and have been looking after dogs for a few years now, your dog will be well loved, lots of attention and well taken care of! I'm currently a student at CSU, Away from the house about 6-10 hours of the day. There will always be people at the house to take care of your pet I will be the primary care holder for your animal, I live with 4 other girls who loves animals as much as I do! You can count on your pet getting a lot of attention. Everyone cares about animals, will never miss a walk, bathroom break, or snack time!