House Sitting in Catheys Valley

About: Welcome to The Ranch Retreat: Paws, Play, and Paradise — where your pet’s vacation begins! With over 20 years of experience in pet sitting and boarding, our team provides expert, compassionate care Nestled on 1/2 fully fenced acre, The Ranch Retreat offers your pets the ultimate ranch-style getaway. Whether they’re romping through wide open spaces, splashing in kiddie pools, or watching cattle graze in the distance, your furry family members will enjoy freedom, fun, and comfort. At The Ranch Retreat, playtime isn’t limited — it’s all day long. From sunrise to sunset, your pets will experience supervised adventures, social time, and plenty of fresh air. We believe every pet deserves to feel at home, which is why we blend peaceful country vibes with top-tier care and luxury. Let your pets unwind, explore, and live their best ranch life — while you enjoy total peace of mind. I am here full time for your pets to insure their safety and that they are enjoying there time, from sun up to sun down we are here to make sure your fur babies are having the best vacation. I have a half-acre fully fenced in yard of running room, that nested on 160 acres. I spend the day playing with your dogs or cats. I do majority of the day outside letting the dogs play. I offer kiddy pools for dogs who love water. I work daily on basic training commands with all dogs. I have ball throwing for dogs who enjoy toss. For Cats we have an indoor/outdoor cattery that is fully contained so they can enjoy both lifes. we offer treat time and play time.

“Absolutely amazing. Shannon was so sweet to my dog. Sent me pictures and videos of them hanging out throughout the day. I will absolutely recommend friends that visit the area to have Shannon take care of their fur babies while they explore the beautiful surrounding. I will be back and will definitely request Shannon’s services again. Thank you!’”

Exxon M.

About: Hi, my name is Ericka. I’ve been working with animals in one way or another for the last 14 years. I started volunteering for animal shelters & walking dogs, then I took it a step further & started walking dogs for friends while they worked. From their I started dog sitting when friends would go out of town. So now I’m trying this out, see what people I can help out & what dogs I meet. When your dog is with me they will have my full attention. They’ll leave my care exhausted from all the games we’ll play & ready to go home to you. When your fur baby is with me you won’t have to worry what they’re up to or if they’re ok. I’ve got you. I’m currently working part time from home so I’ll have plenty of time to care for and play with your animal. No matter the service your pet will have my full attention. I have a fenced yard and a friendly pup so your dog will have room to play and a playmate to keep him/her from getting lonely.

“Kirsten was very easy to work with, she understood and complied with all my instructions. She updated me during her visit, and I will definitely reach out to her in the future.”

Annette G.

“Nico had another great week with Nelson. Nelson goes above and beyond, making sure Nico is pampered and sends regular updates. He always leaves the house spotless and removes all the stress of being away from my old Carolina Dog. You can rest assured your pet will be in excellent hands with Nelson!”

Chandler M.

About: I have taken care of dogs all of my life with some that are from friends or family. I give what the pet need to feel loved, safe, fed, comfortable. I love pet sitting young to senior dogs. The pet care would fit in daily in my routine from when I wake up to when I go to sleep so like 24 hours. I make pets feel safe by doing things to make them feel safe protecting them from harm way, getting them to trust me to help them when they need it.

About: Thank you for reviewing my profile! My preferred name is Astro, and I am a 23-year-old agricultural business student with a minor in animal science. I am unavailable from 8a-12pm on weekdays, but I am available at any other time to take care of any pets you may have. I have a passion for animals because I enjoy giving them love, just as they give love back to us. This March 2026, I cared for my former professor's 2 dogs, cat, and goat from Friday to Sunday. I make sure to give all animals extra love while their owners are away. If no walks are bought for housesits, I will give one walk per stay, and if my schedule allows, I'll provide additional. I am comfortable with farm animals as well, if you need care and feeding for them. My pet background: I have 2 years of experience as a kennel attendant: sanitizing kennels, taking dogs for walks, feeding, and medicating both dogs and cats. I also have a few months of experience as a vet assistant: restraining animals for vaccines and nail trims. I currently have a 5-year-old chihuahua and a 4-year-old domestic shorthair cat. My chihuahua has seizures and requires a specific feeding and medication schedule, so I can easily adapt to your pets if they have additional needs. Since I was 12, I would adopt rabbits from the flea market and take care of them until I was in high school. I adopted my chihuahua as a one-month-old in 2020, and have been taking care of her ever since. My passion for animals led me to earn my AA in Animal Science, and expanded my interest in caring for farm animals as well. Animals make me happy, and after my kennel attendant job ended, I decided to try Rover out to continue working in the field I enjoy! My position as a kennel attendant ended, so I am available on any other day except Tuesdays and Thursdays when I commute to university. On weekdays, I may not be able to provide care until after 8:30 am because I sometimes take my kids to school. On weekends, I can provide care earlier than 8 am if requested or needed. Care information: I can provide walks and drop-ins every day except Tuesdays and Thursdays. House-Sitting information: I am unavailable to provide services in my home, but I am available for house-sitting in your home on weekends. I have taken care of my former professor's 2 dogs in her home while she was away for the weekend, along with her two outside pets of a cat and goat. On weekdays, I can house-sit, but I will be in and out for personal, child, or pet errands. I'd like to note that on weekends, I will need to feed and give potty breaks for my own pets at home, but will return to your pets once finished. In my client's home, I treat it with the same respect as I would in my own home. I also make sure to keep it clean and organized as the owner has left it. I don't wish to make my client's uncomfortable, so I will make sure to ask before doing anything that wasn't previously discussed. For house-sitting, I provide basic cleaning before leaving your home (sweeping and mopping the floors).

About: Passionate about caring for your furry friend. When life happens count on me to care for your baby, I think it's important for our pets to have someone to watch them when we are away or busy. I am currently on summer break from work. I work as a part time aide at an elementary school and looking to stay busy and share my love to your pets. I am available everyday. I have a fenced backyard that they can freely roam in and can cage them if you would prefer that. I am okay with indoor dogs and would love for them to cuddle on the couch with me if that's what they like :) my main priority is for your pet to be as stress free as they can be when you are away. I have 2 friendly miniature poodles of my own(I can easily separate them, if needed).

About: I was raised in a home with many pets, which has taught me a lot about how to responsibly and lovingly care for many types of animals. I am a current student, so I am available most of the time until October. June and July I will be busy during most weekdays for a volunteer program, but weekends are open!! August and September weekdays and weekends work for me. I believe that communication is key for understanding and creating a respectful and caring environment for each pet. I’m excited to talk with you and get to know the specific needs of your animals.

About: I've grown up with German Shepherds, and can lift up to 70 pounds. I often house sat for friends and family. One in which had me take care of four dogs and four cats. My jobs included feeding, walking, and playing with the dogs. As they were diffrent beeds/sizes and some were seniors, they had a very strict potty and pill/medicine times, as well as different portions sizes. I do best with written instructions and am task oriented. I am prepared for different animal behaviors and conditions, as I possess a certificate for veterinary assistance. In my care your pet will be throughly loved and cared for. As of right now I am free any day of the week. I am more then willing to do holidays as well as weekends. I am pretty flexible time wise, but do wish for dates to be final set. I am very mindful of pets security and animal behaviors. I will keep parents updated and alert if desired or in emergency situations. I will make sure your pet is taken care of and loved. I thank you for your consideration.

About: Am a very patient and caring pet lover who is a people/pet pleaser so I always make sure to leave with a happy client/pet 👍 I can do pet care any day of the week. Only thing on my schedule is overnight shifts during the week days, taking care of my pets at home and sleep. I always make sure that the water and food bowls are clean and filled along with litter and picking up after pets messes. I also make sure the pets are in a none stressful environment and will avoid them.

About: Animal care has always been a passion of mine. Currently taking care of a pack of French Bulldogs Growing up I had 5-6 dogs I was responsible for feeding,grooming, exercising ect. Professionally I have worked in kennels for about 6-8years, ranging in groups of 2-50. As a kennel technician I was responsible for maintaining a leveled space for everyone to play and exercise or even relax. I do have experience in medication administration, oral, topical, rectum, shots. I have also a year of being a veterinary assistant which is what I'm currently pursuing and absolutely love it. My schedule is wide open currently! I just moved back to the Central Valley and I'm flexible. I have school online for Veterinary Technology and have started school for LVN as well. While doing a house sitting or drop-in, I always greet the animals check food and water bowls, make my way to the yard and ALWAYS check the yard before letting out animals. I will walk around the house to make sure there were no accidents or anything out of sorts really. I make sure doors are closed that need to be and always give the love that's needed.

About: I’ve taken care of dogs and cats of all sizes and breeds for over 5 years. I have two dogs of my own, so I know how important it is to trust someone with your fur baby. Friends, family, and neighbors regularly rely on me to walk, feed, play with, and care for their pets. I’m comfortable administering medications, handling high-energy pups, and providing a calm environment for senior pets too. I’m currently working part-time, so I have a very flexible schedule to care for your pets. I’m available for boarding on weekends and for drop-ins or walks on weekdays. Your pets will get plenty of attention, exercise, and care while you’re away. I have a fenced yard and two friendly, well-socialized dogs that can keep your pup company. I’m happy to crate your dog if needed, and can accommodate any special care instructions. Your pet’s comfort and safety are my top priority, whether they’re staying with me or I’m visiting your home.

“Alexis was great! We had a last minute need to book a pet sitter and had some difficulty finding someone with all the dates open. We luckily found Alexis and she couldn’t have been more perfect. We did the meet and greet the day before leaving on our trip and knew immediately that we could count on her to be reliable compassionate with our dachshund. We could tell that he really liked her. She was very responsive in all communication and provided many great pics of our little guy while we were away. We will recommend her to our friends and make her our first choice for future bookings. Can’t say enough about her calm disposition and caring attitude. Thank-you, thank-you Alexis for being there when we needed you. Since we were away for a family death and funeral, knowing that we had someone as trustworthy as you to take care of our pet enabled us to focus on family and make the trip as best as it could.”

Scott W.

About: I have cared for animals from a very young age and have always had a strong love and respect for them. Growing up, my home was always full of pets. Which gave me a lot of hands on experience with different types of animals and thier needs. Being around animals my whole life has taught me patience, responsibilities and a natural understanding of how to care for them. I am very good with animals and take the time to make sure they feel safe, comfortable and loved Whether it's giving them treats, walking, or playing, i always make sure each pet receives the attention and care they deserve. I understand that every pet has their own personality and routine, and I do my best to follow those routines so they feel happy and secure. When caring for someone else's pet, i treat every animal like my own. I know how important pets are to their families and I take that responsibility seriously. My goal is always to provide reliable, loving care so both pets and their owners feel at ease. I have a very flexible schedule and am available at most times, allowing me to provide dependable, attentive pet care whenever it's needed for you. Whether caring for pets in my home or in a client's home, I focus on providing a safe, clean, and comfortable environment. I build trust by following each pet's routine including feeding and exercise. I give them plenty of attention, supervision, and affection so they feel secure and relaxed while their owner is away.

“Coralie house-sat over the weekend with my lab April. She took such great care of her and sent me pictures of her on walks and playing with her dog Zia. I felt very comfortable leaving my pup with her and when I got home April was happy and healthy and she even loaded my dishwasher :) Coralie is very reliable and so great with my dog. We always have great experiences with walks and pet-sitting. Highly recommend her!”

Elisabeth R.

“April was absolutely great! I received picture updates daily and she took care of my diabetic dog that receives insulin injections twice a day with no issues. Will definitely book again!”

Teresa P.

About: I used to dog sit/cat sit and house sit for my sister constantly when I lived in North Dakota. I also had two wiener dogs growing up and have always been around animals. I had two pet rats for 3 years also and now have had a dog of my own for 3 and a half years. Hi, my name is Lex, and I work as a PE paraprofessional for Ceres Unified School District. During the school year, I work with students and enjoy being active, patient, and dependable. Since I have summers off, I have a very flexible schedule and can dedicate plenty of time and attention to caring for your pets. Animals have always been an important part of my life, and I understand how important it is for pet owners to know their pets are safe, loved, and well cared for while they’re away. Whether it’s walks, playtime, feeding, administering routines, or simply providing companionship, I will make sure your pets receive the attention and care they deserve. I understand that every pet has unique needs, routines, and comfort levels, and I always strive to maintain those routines as closely as possible. Safety is my top priority, and I take the time to learn each pet’s preferences, feeding schedule, exercise requirements, and any special instructions provided by their owner. I have experience caring for both dogs and cats with different personalities and energy levels, and I believe in using patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement to help pets feel comfortable and secure. I also provide regular updates, photos, and communication so owners can feel confident knowing their pets are happy, safe, and receiving plenty of love and attention while in my care.

“I was very pleased with the service Errol provided. This was my first time leaving my pet with someone besides family, and also having them in my home while away. Errol made me feel at ease and provided excellent care to my senior dog. I will definitely book with him again!”

Toni C.

About: I have cared for animals my entire life, because I grew surrounded by them. My goal is to work with any type of animal. Currently I’m studying to become a veterinarian, having this opportunity helps me get more experience and become better at it. Besides my personal life, I’ve taken courses in college to understand better animal behavior and learn more about it! I’ll always do my best to keep your loved ones safe and happy! I’m currently studying in College, but I have plenty of time after 2pm during Monday to Thursday. During Friday and Weekends I’m free and always available for any services! I live in a house that has plenty of space and is fenced. I also have a really friendly dog that loves to play around animals. If your fur baby is more comfortable inside the house, we have plenty of space inside where they can run and play!