Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Castro-Upper Market

About: I’m a 42-year-old gay dog lover who recently said goodbye to my own pup after 13 incredible years together. Caring for my dog has always been one of the best parts of my life, and I genuinely love getting to know every breed, quirk, zoomie level, and cuddle style out there. Pet care has been part of my daily routine for years. I recently lost my dog after 13 wonderful years together, and before that we took at least three walks a day — everything from quick neighborhood strolls to longer adventures exploring different parts of San Francisco together. I genuinely miss having a little shadow by my side, so caring for and walking dogs still feels like a natural and meaningful part of my everyday life. I love getting to know each dog’s personality, energy, and favorite routines. I focus on making pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for in both my home and theirs. I follow each dog’s routine closely — including walks, feeding, medications, playtime, and cuddle preferences — while giving them plenty of attention, affection, exercise, and calm energy. I also love sending photo updates so owners know their pups are happy and well cared for.

“Natalie is a fantastic cat sitter! The provided a ton of pictures and a detailed note for each visit. I felt so relieved that my cat was in good hands, and I came home to a very happy cat. 😸 Would definitely hire Natalie again!”

Eve D.

About: Caring for animals is something I take seriously and genuinely enjoy. I had a beloved cat for 15 years and a dog for 11, and those relationships taught me how to provide steady, attentive, and loving care. I’m dependable, detail-oriented, and focused on making sure your pet feels safe and comfortable while you’re away. I also understand the importance of trust and discretion when entering someone’s home, and I honor that fully. I provide reliable, consistent, and attentive care, and keep my schedule well-managed to ensure each pet gets the attention they deserve. I work full-time Tuesday through Saturday and am available for pet care from Saturday after 7:30 PM until Tuesday at 8:30 AM. I approach caring for pets in your home with a lot of respect for both your space and your pet’s emotional well-being. I maintain their normal routines, pay attention to their cues, and create a calm, safe environment where they can relax. I’m dependable, detail-oriented, and discreet, and I keep you updated so you always know how your pet is doing.

About: I’ve cared for dogs my whole life! Love being around dogs, whether it be playing and running or just chilling on the couch. Recently moved to a place where I can’t have pets, so caring for other people’s fur babies is the next best thing! I work a full time desk job, so I have plenty of energy to play, run around, and be active with dogs throughout the day. They give me an excuse to get away from my desk! Years and years of caring for dogs has given me the experience of identifying the comfort level of animals. I am honest and trustworty. I want to keep my regulars and want them to trust that I will care for their precious animals.

“Michelle did drop in visits for my two cats. They enjoyed having her and she did a good job interacting with them when they wanted it and giving them space if they weren't up for it. She was communicative and capable. I'm planning to book her again for me next trip!”

Sean M.

About: Ive grown up with dogs since I was 12 years old in the south. Many of my friends and family have dogs - I always do informal training and give long walks. I’m exploring getting or fostering a dog in the future and wanted to get involved here as a first step! I’m currently searching for jobs so have a lot of flexibility throughout the week. Walks and check ins will be preferred but eventually will consider overnight care. I hope to find regular dog parks for your pup to be known at. I like to understand house rules for your dog(s), places they are most comfortable and places that trigger them. I always make sure there is water available and to lock doors behind me.

“Caitlin is incredible! She was very professional, easy to work with, and clearly passionate about working with animals. I recommend her services to anyone seeking a loving caretaker for their pets. :)”

Isabel C.

“A+. Kristina dropped in to care for my 2 cats over three days while I was in Yosemite. She was consistently punctual, took care of food and litter but also played with my cats and brushed them a bit. She was very communicative and took lots of photos/videos. I came home to a clean apartment and content kitties. Absolutely will book again!”

K M.

“Highly recommend Kali- amazing communication, great attention to detail and easy to work with. She took amazing care of my kitties and would book her anytime!”

Eve B.

“David was fantastic with Beck. He was reliable with his timing, shared fun photos, and did everything we asked for Beck’s care. We’ve already rebooked him!”

Doug R.

About: I have experience walking, sitting and playing with small to large dogs of many backgrounds and behaviors. I am detail oriented and love learning each pet’s cues so I can give them what they need when they need it. I have high energy for dogs and chill energy for cats or vice versa. Either way, I will love and give my full attention to your baby! House sitting: - I can walk your pet as many times/any time you wish from Fri-Sun - Mon-Thu I can walk your pet x1 morning x1 afternoon☀️ & x1 night 🌙. - If your pet has a fixed routine message me to see if I can fit those times into my schedule Walk/ drop in: - I can walk/drop in daily anytime Fri-Sun & Wed - Before 10, between 12-3 and after 7 TTh I will play with your pets, memorize your desired feeding routine, and take them out as frequently as you wish. I am an active and high energy person so the more times we go out the better.

“Martha did an incredible job being a dog chaperone for Charlie during our civil marriage ceremony in SF City Hall! We were just doing the quick ceremony then photos for a couple of hours ahead of our bigger international wedding later, but we really wanted Charlie to be involved while not being a distraction to us, the photographer, the officiant, or the few guests we had coming from across the country. Martha did an amazing job keeping Charlie entertained, and she was great at reading the room and knowing when to be close by with Charlie or step away a bit if Charlie seemed to be getting antsy or bored. I didn’t give her any instructions really (definitely could’ve planned better on my part!) yet the whole experience felt smooth because Martha was very attentive to both Charlie’s needs and moods and the overall situation. While Charlie is a huge people person, he can definitely get grumpy and bored being in the same place doing nothing, but Martha kept him in such a good mood that he was smiling and cooperative any time we needed him for pictures. She also took some amazing solo shots of Charlie, which we will treasure forever!”

Renée Pauline P.

“Goes above and beyond making sure your pet is happy!”

David C.

“Dalara took wonderful care of my cat while I was out of town. My cat is normally super shy and won’t come out for strangers but actually warmed up to Dalara and came out to hang out! Dalara is great and super responsive. I would definitely recommend her to anyone!”

Dahuliya D.

“Lauren took great care of my cat while I was away. She was very caring, and thorough and I found Yola happy and well on my return. Will definitely book again!”

Oana U.

About: I have experience with pets of all ages. I have lived with cats since college, and am currently living with 1 kitten and 1 adult cat! I have lots of experience with dogs of all sizes too. This experience came from dog sitting for friends and neighbors. I enjoy long walks, so I would love to explore SF with a dog buddy :) I am switching to part time work! I currently work as a scientist doing biomedical research, but I will be adjusting my schedule to allow for flexibility. I have plenty of time now to take care of pets! I do care for cats at home, and am diligent on feeding schedules and medications. I have dealt with dogs with health concerns and dietary needs too. I am open to instructions and will provide methods of communication.

“Lorri was absolutely amazing with our kitten, Pasta. It was our first time leaving her with someone we didn’t know so we really appreciated that Lorri let us meet her beforehand and Pasta took to her right away. She sent us great photos and videos during the visits and we could tell that pasta was super happy to see her each time. definitely going to work with Lorri in the future!”

Nicole M.

About: I am a career estate, family, and lifestyle manager. I’ve spent my life working in high net worth homes and one of my core responsibilities has been to care for the dogs of the people I’ve supported. I absolutely love animals and this was one of my favorite aspects of my work. I have also always had dogs of my own. I am currently a couple of weeks into a new move to the west coast and am on a bit of a work sabbatical but would love the opportunity to just be around and care for some dogs. I have worked with dogs from puppies all the way to senior dogs. I’m very active and love to walk. I’ve trained multiple dogs and dogs are extremely responsive to me. You’d be hard pressed to find an individual who has had the experience that what I bring to the table. I am reliable, independent, discreet, empathetic, enthusiastic, and just adore working with and caring for animals. I am not doing this for a job or for financial gain but because I truly just value my time with dogs. I am currently on sabbatical and loosely looking for new opportunities. My only daily routine is going to the gym. I can fit in dog walking at any point in time as my schedule is extremely wide open. I am currently staying in a place where I cannot host dogs but I have spent the entirety of my career working in private homes. I am very discreet, responsible, respectful, and trustworthy. It is very easy for me to follow the directions of clients and deliver top tier care for their pets.

“JiJi loves Kara and like usual, Kara always takes such amazing care of her. I really appreciate Kara, and am always really happy with the care she provides.”

Samantha P.

“Anna treated my 4year old high energy golden retriever like family. She asked details about his play style and any possible triggers before she came to my house to sit for him for a few hours. She took pics and video all throughout. I knew he was in good hands. Will book her again without a shadow of a doubt.”

Melanie M.