Cat Sitting Excelsior

“Catherine was wonderful with our cats! Patient, attentive and sent sweet daily updates and pictures. She eased our worries while being away and provided lots of comfort for our boys. Thank you Catherine ♥️”

Emma A.

About: I have 15 years of experience caring for dogs and cats, from quick drop-in visits and playtime to extended stays with overnight pet sitting. I grew up with my parents’ dogs and have always had a love for animals. I spent two weeks in California caring for a Golden Retriever. I have experience with multiple overnight stays, caring for 1–5 pets at a time. I understand that every pet has unique needs and routines, and I make sure they receive plenty of love and care. I’m reliable, attentive, and committed to keeping your pets safe, happy, and comfortable while providing updates and peace of mind while you’re away! I work from home so am available to work from anywhere. I love going on walks and can easily make that a part of a routine while caring for your animals. I am able to come over and watch your pets! I am used to various environments while pet-sitting. I am also available for walks and check-ins to make sure your pets feel taken care of.

“Emma responded so fast to our last minute request and was able to do a meet and greet that morning with all our animals. While we’re were gone and Emma was checking in they gave fantastic updates on how our cat was doing and sent lots of pictures. Emma even stayed much longer than the visit required. Giving lots of love to our old kitty. Best last minute decision ever to go with Emma. We would trust any of our pets with Emma again.”

samantha i.

“Annalyse was wonderful. Very prompt and great communication. She was willing to work with us on very short notice. I am 100% confident my 3 cats were well cared for. Loved receiving pictures every time she stopped by! Thanks, Annalyse!”

Kathy S.

“Cassidy was very prompt and arrived on time this morning. I appreciated the morning update and photos of Ziggy. She gave me a level of comfort knowing the Ziggy was in good hands while I was away! Thank you.”

Paula S.

“Sheila was very good at communicating with an update and pictures of my cats. She also took time to entice them to play with their favorite toy! She did a great job spending time with them!”

Susan B.

“Kelly was a wonderful cat and house sitter! She was responsive to my communications, kept me informed about my cats’ happenings, and was a pleasure to interact with. It’s wonderful to have peace of mind when I travel and Kelly provided that!”

Laura L.

About: I’m a passionate (professionally trained) dog trainer with over four years of experience at one of the currently top rated and award winning doggie day cares, boarding and training facility in the metro area! My passion has taken me through professional boarding facilities and various sized playrooms, where I’ve learned the ins and outs of doggy behavior from playful pups, ones that are a little more on the spicy side, to the more reserved ones. what I truly love is helping pups thrive. I have been trained to use various tools if needed for your pup such as properly fitting a harness, a prong collar, and more. I will happily collaborate with you to create a perfect care plan including enrichment, walks, play time, brain games and structure. I have been successfully training dogs for 11 years with the past 4 being in a professional setting. I’m all about clarity, transparency and open communication. My current position at my full time job is the lead trainer and manager of a smaller group daycare for reactive pups of various degrees and pups that need structure. I’m fine with behavioral issues such as resource guarding, reactivity ect as long as it’s disclosed first. I also have a senior GSD at home so I know how to provide compassionate care for our sugar faced friends! I’m always open for questions or comments and I send LOTS of pictures! I require a meet and greet before booking any services (unless it’s a last minute drop in or dog walk) I work full time as a dog trainer but I always make time to train and work my own dogs as well as being able to care for others pets. We can discuss your ideal schedule and figure out together the perfect plan. I’m available most evenings and weekends. I have a fully fenced yard, long lines and a couple favorite parks! I will always be transparent with pet parents about expectations with their pets. What I would do with a senior pup is different than a young dog. I’m happy to provide my companionship and love for dogs who would rather snuggle and just be around people or play lots of fetch and do lots of brain games for dogs who need that. Usually it’s a mix between the two, some play, lots of love.

“Felt very comfortable leaving my cat with Camille! He seemed to be very relaxed with her and she sent a lot of pictures so I was able to enjoy my trip and not worry about him doing okay ☺️”

Ella K.

“Cara was great with my kitties, playing with them and giving them lots of attention! She sent great pictures where the cats all looked very happy”

Maddy W.

“Audrey was great and helped me out on a very last-minute request for care. Milton took to her immediately at the meet and greet. I appreciate that she spent more time with him on the 2nd check-in. Would definitely book her again!”

Wendy W.

“Chloe did a great job w our two slightly neurotic (but aren’t they all?) cats while we were away. They can be a little shy, so our priority was human contact and Chloe was very patient and engaged to get them to come out of hiding on each trip, particularly important because one cat requires a special diet/solo feeding. Always great to get “proof of life”photos, even if it’s hard to catch a kitty in motion!”

Jill A.

“Grace took on way more than expected. She kept not only our resident animals alive, but also a handful of unexpected foster kittens and my plants! Thank you Grace!”

Jazmin G.

“Makayla was very responsive and able to help out last minute which was so much appretiated!”

Tara P.

“Bethany took great care of my cats. They have not liked all of our pet sitters so I’m grateful to have found Bethany! They’re much less stressed when we get home from our trips.”

Gretchen M.

About: I hold a degree in Animal Science from the University of Wisconsin–River Falls, where I completed a variety of courses focused on animal care, behavior, and management, along with gaining valuable hands-on experience in dog training. I also have over eight years of experience fostering and training service animals. Through this experience, I have developed a strong understanding of canine behavior and am comfortable working with a wide variety of breeds, sizes, and temperaments. I prioritize patience, consistency, safety, and individualized care for every dog I work with. I especially enjoy spending time outdoors and going on walks, and I look forward to providing your dog with plenty of exercise, companionship, and attention. I’m excited to meet you and your pet and provide reliable, high-quality care while you’re away! Pet care fits naturally into my daily and weekly routine. I enjoy spending time with animals and prioritize providing consistent, attentive care. I have flexibility in my schedule to accommodate walks, drop-ins, and extended stays, and I’m happy to work with each pet’s individual routine and needs. I especially enjoy incorporating walks and outdoor time into my day and look forward to making pet care a rewarding part of my regular routine. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I prioritize their safety, comfort, and routine. I follow each pet’s individual care instructions, including feeding schedules, medication needs, exercise, and any specific preferences or routines. I provide plenty of attention, playtime, and companionship while respecting the pet’s space and personality. I also understand that caring for a pet means caring for their home, so I am respectful, responsible, and mindful of keeping the space clean and secure. My goal is to make your pet feel comfortable and cared for while giving you peace of mind while you’re away.

About: I’m a responsible, caring animal lover (since birth) with experience caring for both cats and dogs. I treat every pet like family, providing walks and lots of snuggles of course! You can trust me to keep your furry friends feeling safe and loved while you are away. I work fully remote so I have lot of time to stop by houses for check ins, work from your house or have your furry friend come work with me at home! We have one dog here at home who we let out front on leash. We can keep them separated or together depending on your pets comfort level! If I am staying over at your house or dropping in, I always follow instructions given so there are no changes in routine.

“Limor did an amazing job caring for my cat with PICA. They followed all instructions perfectly, kept me updated, and ensured his safety and happiness. Highly recommend for anyone needing a caring, attentive pet sitter.”

Abby S.

“I highly recommend Shannon. She was intentional about a meet and greet to get to know us, she had thorough updates for each visit and even helped administer insulin for our diabetic cat. She has a warm, kind energy that any animal would love!”

Sarah J.

About: I’m a friendly, energetic dog walker with a flexible schedule to help meet your pet’s needs! I’ve owned multiple breeds and sizes of dogs and cats and am excited to give your furry friend care while you’re away! I work a flexible job with some availability throughout the work day, as well as frequent weekend availability. I’d be happy to make sure your pet is well taken care of any time you’re away! I’d love to walk your dog around my neighborhood near Cedar Lake, or come to you! You can also trust me to care for your cat or dog in your home while being the most respectful of your space.