House Sitting in Chimney Rock

About: I began raising my Doberman pinscher at 10 weeks old. He is now 10 years old, well-trained, and very cuddly. I've also helped raise my family's Rottweiler, who is now 14. Most recently, I adopted a pointer/lab/pitbull mix who is now 7 years ago. She was very timid, anxious, and not potty trained at all. She now sits by the door whenever she has to do her business. She has also snuggled with my pet bunny! I'm amazed at the progress we've made with her. I am very active but can snuggle up with a lazy dog. I'm warm but stern and good at training dogs. I am also a cat lover. I have cat sitted while training a puppy- multitasking comes naturally. I have raised parakeets and a ball python, so I'm willing to try anything new! :-) I have a 14 month old active baby who absolutely loves dogs. He will be accompanying me in my dog sitting adventures. I have a very flexible schedule. I have just moved to North Carolina and have been a stay-at-home mom with my 13 month old baby. I am still writing remotely (I was a journalist before my little one) but I can choose my assignments and schedule. I usually go for a morning, afternoon and evening walk/hike- with or without a dog, but always with my baby. When I feed any pets- no matter how friendly or timid - I always watch them until they finish. You never know when a pup will get possessive over its food. If they’re allowed on the furniture or bed, I love snuggling with them! The most important thing to do generally is to provide pets with plenty of exercise and great food!

“Amelia was fantastic! She took such great care of our two fur babies and even sent me photos during our trip. It was a real comfort knowing she was there loving them. When we got home she didn't leave a trace and even changed the sheets on the bed for us. Highly recommend her services. Thank you so much!!”

Julie F.

About: I bring a broad background in animal care, with years of experience volunteering at dog and cat rescues in Guatemala. During that time, I fostered dogs, trained puppies, and assisted at spay and neuter clinics. I am active and enjoy running with dogs, which makes me a great match for high-energy pets. In addition to my dog experience, I have worked with horses and lived with cats, giving me a strong understanding of animals with different needs and personalities. My goal is always to provide compassionate, attentive, and reliable care so pets feel safe, happy, and loved while their owners are away. I have a flexible schedule and can provide pet care 24/7. Most of my time is spent managing and maintaining my property, which gives me a steady routine and plenty of availability for pets. I enjoy being active and outdoors, so I’m happy to take dogs for walks, spend quality time with cats, and ensure all pets receive consistent attention, exercise, and care throughout the day. I live on a quiet dead-end road in the woods, right by a river, providing a peaceful and secure environment for pets. I have a friendly cat to keep other animals company when appropriate. I also care for pets in their own homes, spending time training, walking, and engaging them safely outdoors. I am attentive and vigilant, ensuring pets are happy, supervised, and well-cared for at all times.

“Katelyn was amazing with our 3 pups! She kept us updated the whole time and sent lots of pictures. She even checked on our two cats with no extra charge! Our animals loved her and seemed to be very comfortable with her while we were away. We will definitely have her stay with our pets in the future.”

Chloe C.

“I’m sure if Grady could talk he would say he loved Anna. She did a wonderful job with him. She went above and beyond in caring for him and she left everything clean and in order. I didn’t get a whole lot of pics but not sure I needed a bunch of pictures of him sleeping😂! I was very pleased and would not hesitate to use her again. Thank you Anna.”

Georgia C.

About: I grew up helping take care of dogs, from young pups to old pals. We had 3 pugs, 2 of which we raised, and 4 labs at different times, one of which we raised. I helped care for all of them into their senior years, and they’re all a part of my fondest memories! I make my living as a musician, working for myself, so while I can be busy on the weekends and go on tours at times, outside of those things, my schedule is extremely flexible. I’m extremely flexible during the week, and while my weekends are often busy, I could still be open to day-time checkins or walks. Normally, I know my schedule quite far in advance, so I can be reliable. I am prepared to treat your dog as the individual they are, with attention to any details and intentionality they may require. If your dog needs a place to stay, I live in a 3 bedroom house on three acres, plus a screened in porch. I welcome dogs inside and have lots of space to take them for walks. I have no other pets (yet!) and no kids, so I am able to fully dedicate my attention to your pooch. What’s more, I am open to coming to you, whether that’s day-time checkins or overnight stays, whatever your situation calls for!

“Morgan helped out as a cat sitter for the weekend. She kept the house clean and the cats fed and happy! Dependable and polite. Thanks Morgan!”

Shane F.

“Ginger is amazing in every way and took excellent loving care of our two shy kitties and our home. She communicates wonderfully and as I requested, went above and beyond in her service and I was very comforted that she was here. My two adopted (and still adapting) fur babies were calm and happy when we returned home … and that says a lot! I highly highly recommend Ginger and look forward to our working together again in tge future!”

Donna M.

“Heather was a great sitter for our home and dog. She took the time to meet us ahead of time, learn about our pup’s quirks, and was respectful of our home while we were away. She was communicative and sent us the perfect amount of updates to give us peace of mind. We will definitely keep her in mind for future bookings. Thanks again, Heather!”

K B.

About: I have a true love of every furry friend out there. I love large breeds as much as small, so I’m comfortable with any breed. I also love to walk and hike, so if your dog is high energy, I can match that! I currently work part time at an animal rescue with a flexible schedule, so I have lots of free time to spend with your pet. I have experience with dogs, cats, and many animals. If dog sitting, I am happy to come twice per day to feed, walk and love your pet. I understand how hard it is to leave them behind. I will happily text you photos and updates, as often as you would like!

About: I have always felt a special connection with dogs. I'm patient and attentive to their needs. I had a golden retriever for 13 years. I trained him as a puppy and he had a happy life. I love all dog breeds and I would be grateful to watch your dog(s). I have a flexible work schedule. I work from home 8:30am - 3:00pm on Monday - Friday.. but I'm able to do walks or drop-ins during the daytime as needed. Weekends I'm completely free. I will care for your dog(s) however you prefer and I follow instructions well. I will send you updates and photos while I'm caring for your dog(s). They will be walked, let-out, fed, played with, etc.. exactly how you would like.

“We had so much apprehension about leaving our 12 year old lab who suffers with anxiety issues. I’m so glad we found Lynsey. She played with him in the evening, took him on adventures appropriate to his age and stage, gave him frequent potty breaks and best of all provided cuddles in the evening. Sent us lots of pictures and updates. She took great care of our beloved Monty as well as our house. Thanks, Lynsey!”

Lorrie W.

“Susanna was wonderful with our pets. She sent a check in picture each day to keep us up to speed, and when we got back our dogs were calm and clearly had been loved and cared for while we were gone. They didn’t even seem super excited to see us which is a great sign that they had a good time with Susanna. ?”

Elizabeth S.

“As always, an absolutely wonderful caretaker of our pups! We couldn't feel more secure in leaving them at home while we go out of town. Thank you so much!”

Virginia C.

About: I’m not just someone who pauses to care for your pet; my love for animals goes beyond measure. I’m committed to ensuring that the time I spend with them exceeds all expectations. I’m a graphic designer - most work I do is from home. So my schedule is very flexible and on the go! I can work and sit in while watching your animal! 😀 I have a dog myself - she is hardly ever caged and is trained to stay out and behave accordingly. She is very energetic. But LOVES people and other animals.

About: I have experience with many different types of animals of all ages. I have a special connection with golden doodles and cats, but enjoy all animals. I currently work part time, so I can be flexible when it comes to scheduling. I am available for walks, overnight stays, or check in’s while you are away. I have a fenced in yard, and live very close to a nice big park, so I can provide as many walks and outdoor time as needed.

“Johnnie was great. This was my first time having Johnnie keep Rocky, but I’ll definitely use again. She took great care of him and kept me posted on how things were going through messages and photos.”

David J.

“Elizabeth is an excellent pet host. My Britany, Juno was comfortable with her from the first moment. Liz was engaging with Juno, going on walks or just letting him roam and play. Over a three day period, Liz was flexible with our schedule and even took Juno to her house one day to play with her dog. She sent me photos of his happiness and activity each session. He was happy and I am too!”

Jacqueline I.

“Ashley was great. She took great care of our dogs when one of them came down with a very messy health issue! She kept our place spotless and even drove us to the airport!! Would definitely love to have her come house sit again.”

Samantha A.

“Very pleased with Suzanne. I came home to a happy, tired dog from all the hikes they did together, and a clean house. Easy to communicate with and attentive to my dog’s quirks and needs. I will definitely be using Suzanne again!”

Colleen B.