Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Derita-Statesville

About: From caring for beta fish and guinea pigs at a young age to looking after pit bulls and dogs of all sizes, I’ve loved caring for animals for as long as I can remember. Growing up, I quickly became the neighborhood pet sitter, and even now as an adult, I’m often the person friends and neighbors call for walks, drop-ins, and reliable pet care. I provide attentive, dependable care and work to create a safe, comfortable, and loving experience for every pet I watch. Because I genuinely love animals and connect with them easily, I focus on giving pets plenty of attention, exercise, playtime, and affection while helping them feel relaxed and cared for while their owners are away. I also value communication and make sure owners feel informed and reassured through regular updates, photos, and messages. My experience with different breeds, sizes, and personalities has helped me build trust with both pets and their owners, ensuring every dog feels happy, safe, and well cared for. You can expect flexible scheduling and dependable care, with open availability on Fridays and remote workdays throughout the week that make me available for drop-ins, walks, and extra attention for your pets. I provide a safe, comfortable, and loving environment for pets in my apartment, which has access to dog parks and nearby walking trails for exercise and playtime. I make sure pets stay on their normal routines as much as possible, including feeding schedules, walks, potty breaks, play, and plenty of attention and affection. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I focus on keeping them comfortable in their familiar environment while maintaining clear communication with owners through updates and photos. My priority is always making pets feel safe, happy, and well cared for.

“My little girl was taken care of and got to stretch her legs mid day! Definitely gave me so much peace of mind to have such a kind hearted person care for my best friend.”

Alexis J.

“Rachel was quick to respond and help me out in a pinch! She was on time and sent great pics of the girls playing in the backyard. Already rebooking!”

Janie N.

“Allison did a phenomenal job with our dogs!! She arrived a few minutes early for each visit and followed the instructions we talked about to a T. I will definitely reach out to her again:)”

Kristin N.

“Jessica came to our rescue at the last minute and was fabulous. Will definitely use again!”

LaWanda M.

“Elizabeth is a real life saver. We had gone out of town and left our pets with a sitter, but the sitter wasn’t able to give our elder cat our heart medicine. We reached out to Elizabeth and she was able to go and give the medicine without any issues and spent some time with our pets to make sure they weren’t lonely while our sitter was in school. We’ll definitely be reaching out to her again in the future when we go out of town!”

Darren P.

“Peyton did a great job dropping off to feed and entertain my 2 cats while I was gone. My place was kept clean and he spent the full 30 minutes with them at each visit.”

Amanda T.

About: I’ve been around dogs of all sizes and personalities since I was six years old, having grown up with a variety of breeds. For the past 8 years, I’ve been actively pet sitting and dog walking, caring for everything from tiny terriers to giant breeds. I currently have a large dog of my own with a big personality and unpredictable behaviors, so I’m very comfortable handling excitable, quirky, or high-energy pets. I’m also experienced with administering medications—oral, topical or injections—as my own pup requires daily meds. Whether your dog needs a calm presence or someone who can match their playful energy, I’m here to provide safe, reliable, and loving care. I truly love working with dogs and treat every pet like they’re part of my own family. As a full-time student with a flexible schedule, I can easily accommodate daytime visits, walks, and special needs. I have some days where I am busier than others, however I still manage my time well. I am available for drop ins, daily walks, and/or spending a little extra time with those who need it (or want it of course). Your pets will be in great hands!

“Taylor was fantastic! She was very responsive and reliable, and made sure to do everything I asked. She took great care of my cats and gave me peace of mind while we were away. Highly recommend!”

Anna A.

“She was great with our cats, took care of everything, and they seemed to like her as well when she came for a visit. She was flexible with our changing schedule as well which was very helpful”

Danielle M.

About: I’ve been a dog owner and animal lover for over 20 years and have cared for 6 dogs of my own throughout that time. I understand how important it is to find someone trustworthy, dependable, and loving to care for your pets while you’re away. Whether it’s walks, playtime, feeding, medication routines, or just extra cuddles and attention, I treat every pet like family. I’m experienced with different personalities, energy levels, and routines, and I’ll always make sure your pet feels safe, comfortable, and loved I’m available for weekend care. I love long walks and lots of snuggles. I work in Statesville thru the week and am not available M-F I prefer to come to your house for all care. My dogs are well cared for and very spoiled. I will treat your dog like my own.

“Mo was awesome! I needed a last minute sitter for the 4th of July holiday weekend, and Mo took the job quickly! Prompt communicator, punctual, and an amazing cat photographer, and I was able to enjoy my trip knowing my baby was taken care of. I will definitely contact Mo next time I need a catsitter!”

Landon W.

“Shin took great care of our kitty! She is a cat mom herself and know how to go the extra mile. She kept the litter clean and even disposed of it off site to keep our place smelling fresh. We received dsily pics our kitty assuring us she was doing well. I would recommend Shin to anyone who wants the very best care!”

Connie J.

“Ethana was great! My skittish cat actually came out to say hello the first time she stopped by, and both of my cats really liked her right away. Your pets will be in good hands!”

Matthias N.

“Natalie is great! She is my go to when we need our cat looked after. Wether it be 4 days in a row twice a day or just one quick visit. She is always there for us. I highly recommend!”

Charles A.

“Nicole was awesome—great communication and kept us informed on her stay with the pups, including pictures. Will definitely use her again to watch our dogs!”

Steve M.

“I loved and appreciated Paige’s updates throughout her visits to my cats, and loved her energy when we first met. I know she gave my girls lots of attention and look forward to working with her again!”

Mackenzie B.

About: Raised dogs since middle school (20+ years) by getting up before entire family just to let my dog as a child or dogs as an adult out when first thing in the morning. Love bringing dogs with me anywhere I can (softball fields, brewery, nature trails behing our house, and more). Many dogs can be skiddish towards men and have a good way of not getting to close and sitting down. Let's them get interested to approach and smell me which allows me to eventually pet and get their guard down. Weekends are open. I work full time during the week M-F 7am-4pm but have a a flexible job that I can leave when I need to. Have a fenced back dogs can safely play in with dozens of toys! Have a large dog crate if someone needs a kennel as Willa does not use hers. Walking paths in a nature preserve behind our house. Dogs are treated like kids in our household!

“Melanie was so sweet and took such great care of my kitties! Every day I could tell (through picture updates) that my cats warmed up to her pretty quickly. She even brought in my mail! Would definitely recommend Melanie to watch your fur babies! ❤️❤️”

Stephanie D.

“Stevie Ray connected almost immediately with Sarah, and that something that leaves me at peace knowing my pet was in very good hands. Loved all the pictures with the check ins, Thank you very much!”

Miguel B.