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Sitter Profile Image: Lisa M.
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Lisa M.
$129
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
10 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93105

Lisa was amazing with our sweet Lily. She was communicative and responsive and took awesome care of our girl. We definitely recommend Lisa highly and would use her again!

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Beth C.
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Cheryl W.
$139
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5.0 out of 5 stars
103 reviews
42 repeat clients
32 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

Cheryl was a wonderful pet sitter. She was very caring to all my pets and my home! I work from home so my pets are used to having someone around. Cheryl gave them the presence and attention they were used to. I highly recommend her.

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Amanda P.
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Kelly K.
$139
total per night
30 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

About: 40+ verified house sits completed on TrustedHousesitters. I can also provide screenshots of reviews upon request. “5-star client satisfaction (Trusted Housesitters) Multi-pet household experience up to 5 dogs + 4 cats Long-term in-home care up to 1 month Overseas housesitting/petsitting experience I have completed approximately 40 house and pet sitting assignments over the past two years, ranging from short-term stays to extended, multi-week care. My experience includes managing households with multiple animals, including up to five dogs and four cats simultaneously, as well as mixed households requiring coordinated feeding, walking, and individualized care routines. I have extensive experience caring for senior dogs and cats, including administering structured routines, monitoring mobility and comfort, and adapting care to age-related needs to ensure safety and stability. I have provided continuous in-home care for stays of up to one month, ensuring both reliable household security and consistent, attentive pet care. Responsibilities have included structured daily walks, feeding schedules, basic care routines, and maintaining the home in orderly condition. Across these sits, I have maintained a 99% five-star rating, reflecting a consistent record of reliability, professionalism, and high-quality care. I am experienced in managing complex, multi-pet environments with attention to detail, safety, and respect for each household’s specific instructions. I specialize in providing reliable in-home care for pets and household management during client travel, including extended stays of up to one month. My experience includes managing multi-pet households, supporting senior animals, and maintaining stable routines for pets with varying temperaments. I care for pets in the client’s home by following their established routines and instructions closely to maintain consistency and reduce stress for the animals. Before each sit, I consult with the owner to understand each pet’s specific needs, including feeding schedules, walking routines, medical requirements, behavioral considerations, and any household preferences.

Sitter Profile Image: Stefanny C.
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Stefanny C.
$49
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
3 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

About: I’ve been pet sitting for friends for years. I’ve learned that pets have different needs and try to keep their routine as normal as possible. I work full time Mon-Fri but would be available to visit and provide care afterwards. I am flexible and available most weekends. Open to overnights. I respect the home I’m visiting and will only access areas that are permitted. I also follow provided instructions to ensure pets don’t get stressed.

Sitter Profile Image: Gisele W.
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Gisele W.
$126
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
4 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

Gisele was wonderful with our dog, Bianco. She told me when she arrived and sent me pictures to up date me several times over just 3 days and 2 nights. I would totally recommend her and I will be for sure using her again.

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Darcy S.
Sitter Profile Image: Leo B.
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Leo B.
$98
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
11 repeat clients
13 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93105

Leo was fantastic with Reggie. We heard from Leo regularly with text check-ins and photos and never doubted our little guy was in good hands. By the time we were back from our vacation, the two of them were essentially best buds. Would definitely work with Leo again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Emily G.
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Emily G.
$49
total per night
26 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

About: I'm an intuitive and empathetic pet caregiver who truly understands what each animal needs. I've had a dog throughout my entire childhood and adult life, and now I share every day with my 8-pound Pomchi who goes everywhere with me. I specialize in caring for small and medium-sized dogs, and I pride myself on forming close, trusting connections. I even joke that I speak a bit of dog language! In addition to pet care, l also offer house sitting, so your pets can stay in the comfort of their home while I ensure they feel safe and loved. Along with that, I'm happy to help with extra tasks like doing laundry and watering plants, so your home stays in great shape while you're away. I can't wait to give your furry friend the attention and care they deserve. I'm a full time pet caregiver. I have a commitment on Wednesday evenings for 1.5 hours and the rest of the time, I'm devoted to the dogs. I'm a very vigilent dog sitter, I like to keep my eye on them at all times. I like to give them enough playtime and plenty of pets. Tricks for treats and healthy routines are the best tools.

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Jessa & Justin S.
$70
total per night
22 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93105

About: Hi! We’re Jessa and Justin, a married couple and local professionals who genuinely love animals. We understand how important it is to trust the people caring for your pets and your home. Jessa works as an optician in Santa Barbara, and Justin is the Operations Manager for a local community park, where he oversees a private off-leash dog membership program. Through his work, Justin has experience interacting with dogs of all breeds, sizes, temperaments, and energy levels. We were devoted dog parents for more than 20 years and recently became empty-nesters after saying goodbye to our beloved 17yo pup, Scootch. Caring for animals has always been a central part of our lives. We have spent years pet sitting for friends, family, and neighbors, and we’re excited to continue sharing our time, care, and love with dogs in our community. Our goal is to provide calm, reliable, and attentive care that helps your pets feel safe and comfortable while you’re away. We believe pets do best when they can stay in their familiar routine and environment, so we focus on making their days as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. We’re experienced with: * Senior dogs * Anxious or shy dogs * Daily walks and exercise * Administering medications * Maintaining feeding and potty routines * Providing companionship, patience, and lots of affection You’ll receive regular updates, photos, and prompt communication so you can enjoy your time away knowing your pets are in caring hands. We’re dependable, respectful, and treat every home with the same care we would our own. We look forward to meeting you and giving your pets the love, attention, and care they deserve. We both work locally in Santa Barbara and maintain reliable, consistent schedules, which allows us to provide dependable pet care. We generally have weekends free, and during weekdays we work regular 8 hour shifts. Justin’s schedule is flexible and can often be adjusted to accommodate midday bathroom breaks, walks, feedings, or check-ins when needed. We prioritize creating a calm, safe, and low stress environment for every pet in our care. When caring for pets in a client’s home, we respect their routines, boundaries, feeding schedules, exercise needs, and any special instructions to help pets feel secure and comfortable while their owners are away. We pay close attention to behavior, safety, leash security, medications, and household rules, and we always keep communication open with regular updates and photos. We’re clean, dependable, and respectful of clients’ homes, and we understand the trust involved in caring for both someone’s pets and personal space. Because of our experience with anxious and senior dogs, we’re especially mindful of creating a calm presence and maintaining consistency and routine.

Sitter Profile Image: Rowena B.
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Rowena B.
$111
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
40 years of experience
Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA, 93109

Rowena was so attentive to our fur babies and their needs. She is very athletic and appreciated the altheticism of our dogs. We felt very comfortable with her and we were able to disconnect completely during our vacation.

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Angel R.
Sitter Profile Image: Valentina O.
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Valentina O.
$90
total per night
3 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

About: Hi, I’m Valentina!! 🐾 I’m a lifelong animal lover with experience dog sitting, walking, playing, and doing overnight stays. I genuinely love getting to know each pet’s personality. I’m active and outdoorsy, so I’m always happy to go on walks and adventures, but I’m just as happy hanging out at home, playing, or keeping your pet company while they relax. In my free time, I love surfing, working out, going to the beach, and camping.. so being outside is definitely my happy place! I’m also a designer and naturally creative, kind, and always optimistic. 💛 Most importantly, I’ll care for your pets like they’re my own and make sure they feel safe, loved, and comfortable while you’re away. I currently have a very flexible schedule, which allows me to make pet care a priority! I’m available throughout the week for walks, drop ins, playtime, and overnight care. Since I’m not working a traditional 9–5 right now, I can easily adjust my day around your pet’s normal routine and give them plenty of attention, love, and company. I care for every pet as if they were my own, making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while in my care. I’m happy to follow whatever routine works best for your pet, including crating, feeding schedules, walks, medications, potty routines, and any household rules. I always respect each pet’s personality and boundaries while giving them plenty of attention, playtime, cuddles, and love!

Sitter Profile Image: Joann S.
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Joann S.
$84
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
2 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

Joann always makes sure our cat is well taken care of when we are away and is a wonderful communicator. We feel lucky to have found her!

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Jordan S.
Sitter Profile Image: Zohe F.
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Zohe F.
$105
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

Zohe took very good care of our fur baby, with regular updates and photos. She obviously cared about our dog and we felt so much better knowing she was safe and sound while we were out of town. Will definitely have Zohe watch our dog in the future!

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Nathan C.
Sitter Profile Image: Lana A.
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Lana A.
$111
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
34 reviews
10 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Riviera, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

Lana was very attentive and easy to work with. Got plenty of pics of my pup having the best time at home and around town! Exactly the kind of care I'd hoped he'd get

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Sitter Profile Image: Grace & Anthony C.
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Grace & Anthony C.
$135
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
7 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

I will be using Grace again! My dog is shy and tends to be depressed when I leave, as he’s a major Velcro boi. Grace was respectful of his space and had a good handle on his insecurities. She only stayed with him for 24 hrs but was on top of communication and his activities. Can’t wait for them to build their bond!

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Jennifer P.
Sitter Profile Image: Chase B.
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Chase B.
$100
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
2 repeat clients
21 years of experience
Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

Chase does SUCH a phenomenal job! He was so attentive to all our notes about Pierre and went above and beyond! It was extra hot while he was sitting and he even brought an extra fan for the dog! He is so kind, responsible, and bright. We truly trust very very few with our dog but Chase is top of the trustworthy list!! A++ work, we highly recommend.

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Brittani L.
Sitter Profile Image: Bekah A.
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Bekah A.
$167
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Eastside, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

This was my first time hiring Bekah to sit for my dog and she did a great job. I came home to a relaxed border collie which speaks volumes about the care she received. Bekah is communitive, prompt, and respectful. And she left the house clean! I will definitely be using her again.

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Sitter Profile Image: Katherine T.
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Katherine T.
$110
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
20 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

Katherine was so amazing with our elderly Pug for his first time with a sitter. Im so happy we picked Kat for his new friend! She went above and beyond with his care including snuggles, outside time, and plenty of photos to show us he was having a good time. When we are vacationing in the area we will definitely reach out again! Truly, above and beyond any and all expectation.

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Melissa R.
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basilia f.
$37
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Waterfront, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

About: Hi, my name is Basilia, I also go by Juno. I have grown up around dogs all my life. I have experience house/dog sitting for my friends and neighbors in high-school, and even more experience taking care of my families big dogs. Further, I have some experience taking care of senior dogs, as my late Akita spent nearly 5 years on intensive medication. I love playing with dogs, taking them on walks, going to the dog park, and making life good in the safety of their own homes. I’m a student at Santa Barbara City College, but my flexible schedule allows me to spend plenty of time with your animals! I have at least 2-4 hours a day available to spend playing with, walking, or otherwise taking care of your babies. I prioritize pet safety in my care. I listen carefully to your rules about where the animal is/isn’t allowed to go, and can provide intensive support for your animals. I make sure to spend time building trust with the animal using treats or soothing methods upon meeting them, so that they feel safe and comfortable around me.

Sitter Profile Image: Kirsa E.
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Kirsa E.
$126
total per night
12 years of experience
Westside, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

About: Taking care of both dogs and cats is something that I have loved doing since I was a young teen. I have also volunteered abroad working at animal shelters in other countries. I feel really passionate about giving them the proper love and care they deserve! I am currently working 8-4pm on weekdays but anytime after that I am free to care for your pets! I will also be free on the weekends! I wouldn’t be able to take care of your pets in my residence, but I would absolutely love to watch over them at yours while you are away!

Sitter Profile Image: Mallory W.
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Mallory W.
$45
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
1 repeat client
8 years of experience
Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

Outstanding!I came back to a very happy pup!

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Laurie F.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Joann always makes sure our cat is well taken care of when we are away and is a wonderful communicator. We feel lucky to have found her!

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Jordan S.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Ellie was a godsend! She made Freckle feel so cared for. I really felt that Freck benefitted from her loving attention. Ellie was super communicative and went the extra mile to help me and my kitty stay connected—my babe has had a lot of changes since being rescued and she has a tendency towards UTI symptoms. That said, Ellie cares deeply for animals and I am sure she would give the world to each of them, no matter their needs. Ellie was so caring to Freckle and they formed a sweet connection! Will definitely be requesting her as a sitter for Freck again.

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Elisabeth A.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Solomia was absolutely wonderful with Lumi! I felt very comfortable knowing Lumi was in great hands while I was away. She was attentive, communicative, and felt that she treated Lumi like she was her own. I came home to a happy, well-cared-for pup, which is all you can ask for. I unfortunately had a flight delay on my last day of the trip and Solomia helped out to come back and care for Lumi after her original service time. I would absolutely trust Solomia with Lumi again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and loving sitter. Thank you, Solomia!

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Michael S.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Simply put, Alyssa was awesome! She provided excellent care for my 8yo 100lb Swissy, Dax, and was attentive, quick to respond to emails and requests, and left our house spotless! No hesitations to have Alyssa help us out again! 5 stars!!

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Ian W.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Zohe was wonderful! Smokey seemed to have a blast at her house and she sent frequent updates/ photos. Everything an anxious dog mom can ask for. Very thankful for Zohe and would ask her for help again.

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Olivia & Liam H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Blake was fantastic and took great care of our two dogs in our house for almost 12 days. Highly recommend.

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Michelle G.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Zoey watched my little old lady for 10 days. She was kind and professional. She checked in regularly and made my pup feel well cared for. She administered medications and followed the diet instructions. She was great and I would definitely book her again!

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Kathleen S.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Stefanny is a gem! I feel so lucky to have found her on Rover while visiting Santa Barbara this month. Stefanny took such good care of my kitty while I was away for the weekend. I felt at ease knowing my kitty and home were in caring hands, especially knowing that she is a cat mama herself. Stefanny's energy is very calming and she asked thoughtful questions about my kitty's routine. She sent me daily photos and updates throughout the weekend which was much appreciated. I arrived home to a spotless home and happy kitty. I highly recommend Stefanny!!

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Monique H.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

We SO enjoyed having Deborah watch our home and take care of our dog. Charlie was genuinely happy when we got home - not just happy that we're home. This isn't always the case when someone new stays, so this is huge. Our house was left in perfect shape, and Deborah was great with communication and updates. We will absolutely look forward to using her again.

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Julie A.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Cesia was an amazing dog sitter for my pet! clear communication, great animal skills, and responsible. i would definitely book with her again for my next trip.

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Emily A.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Hannah was great with our dog who is very old and has some health problems. We didn’t want to just leave her with anyone. But Hannah has a lot of experience with dogs. She was very sweet and responsive, respectful and our dog liked her! I would definitely use her again.

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Lisa S.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Mikyla (Kayla) was amazing with our Pomeranian, Sunny. She helped us out on short notice when we went on a long day trip. She came over to meet before which made me feel at ease. Sunny is a dog who needs comfort and someone is attentive. Kayla took notes when we met about Sunny's routine, and on the day of sent lots of updates and cute photos. We were so grateful for her help. Would highly recommend her!

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Snigdha D.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Leo was absolutely incredible with our dog, and we couldn't have asked for a better sitter. He stayed at our house for a week with our 85-pound pit bull, who is the sweetest lovebug but also comes with a lot of... personality. He's incredibly strong, has the energy of a toddler on steroids, loves to jump on people, has no concept of personal space, and struggles with separation anxiety after being a COVID puppy. He's definitely not the easiest dog to care for. Leo handled all of our dog's quirks and special needs with patience, kindness, and confidence. He kept us updated throughout the week with lots of photos and messages, which gave us so much peace of mind and allowed us to truly relax and enjoy our trip knowing our dog was in such great hands. In the past, we've limited our travel to trips where we could bring our dog because we worried about leaving him with someone else. Finding Leo has been such a huge relief, and it's opened up so many more possibilities for us. We won't hesitate to book him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for someone who will genuinely care for their pet.

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Amy T.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Lana was very attentive and easy to work with. Got plenty of pics of my pup having the best time at home and around town! Exactly the kind of care I'd hoped he'd get

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Chase M.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Capri was amazing with our Pomeranian Sunny! She was available on short notice and took great care of him. She's helpful, kind and detail oriented. He's anxious and she made him feel right at home with her. Our family was able to go on a whale watching adventure because of her help. We highly recommend her. Thank you, Capri!

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Snigdha D.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Suzanne was everything you’d want in a dog sitter—a lifetime of experience with animals, including emergency care—she’s responsible, a good communicator, and great with the dogs. I left my home and precious pups without a worry. A good dog sitter has to be about more than your dogs liking them. Suzanne’s background with animals, her wealth of knowledge and decades of experience make her the ideal pet sitter.

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J D.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Chelsi was diligent in learning my dogs needs and communicative during her stay. She always kept Cara a priority

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Savannah P.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

CAITLIN is the BEST!! We have two dogs and two bunnies- the bunnies are chill, the dogs not so much. Caitlin however won them over instantly and they ADORE her. I feel so at ease and relaxed when Caitlin is caring for our fur family. She sends lots of pics and truly treats them as if they were her own. The house always looks immaculate when we return. Highly recommend!

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Kelly F.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Leanna took such great care of our senior dog and our house while we were gone for an entire week. We look forward to using her again!

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Alexa P.
House Sitting
5.0 out of 5 stars

Our dogs were well cared for by Mike! When we got home from our trip the pups were happy, the house was clean, and while we were gone his communication was excellent. Will book Mike again!

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Anika P.
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