Pet Sitting in Excelsior

“Lindy and Seth took good care of my cat while I was out of town. They communicated frequently with me. They tried hard to find my cat to take a picture, but she is an expert at hiding.”

Beth R.

“Britt is not only a dog person😊. My cats are glad she comes to visit. She has even fit in an extra visit last minute when our flight was delayed.”

Suzanne B.

“We are so grateful to Heidi for all her care and attention she gave to our two kitties while we were away. Being the first time we had left them for a long period of time it was nice to get many daily photos and updates to know they were well cared for while we were gone. We would not hesitate to reach out to Heidi in the future!”

Hannah M.

“Amazing as always!”

Ben G.

“Katja arrived promptly and did exactly as asked. She was very gentle with my puppy and sent me updates of their visit. Will definitely use her again in the future.”

Marjorie H.

“so appreciative for Katharine (and her daughter) helping me with my dog while i was unable to. she was very kind, responsive, and i look forward to booking her services again.”

Angelia -.

“Tamera was very quick to respond and did a great job checking in on our cat while we were out of town. She sent pictures and updates as needed. We would book again!”

Jenna S.

“Abby has been absolutely wonderful! She took all 3 dogs for a walk and able to take pictures as well as everything else involved! I would recommend her for the care of your pups!”

Sheryl L.

“Thank you Riley for taking such great care of our chocolate lab while we were gone!”

Bobbi Z.

About: My current crew: a sweet dog, two cats, and a 22-year-old ball python I’ve had since grade school. I’m experienced with traditional pets, rodents*, and reptiles*, and I provide gentle, attentive care for animals of all kinds. As a full-time remote worker, I’m home throughout the day and can offer a consistent, calm presence. Whether your pet is energetic, elderly, or a little shy, I’m happy to follow their routines and give them lots of love. I’m also comfortable with medications, special diets, and senior pet needs. I treat every home with respect, and every animal like family. ⸻ 🐶 Dogs * Hosting female dogs tends to be the best fit for our home and routines in this season, so for now, I’m only accepting female pups. Thanks for your understanding—I’m excited to meet your girl! I have an old-time Scotch Collie, age four. She’s a well-trained, responsive, dog-friendly pup—if your dog enjoys playtime, mine will be thrilled. If your dog is older or more reserved, I have an open-concept/split level house that I gate off to provide different spaces for dogs to decompress or have their own, dedicated area while still being a part of the family. I live just off a bike path and walk or run daily with my collie. I’m happy to meet whatever cadence of walks your dog prefers. I also have a fenced off area where I offer potty breaks or I will walk them around our 1 acre property. Your dog won’t scare my cats—in fact, they may become friends. My two long-haired cats are incredibly mellow. In past dog-sitting experiences, they’ve remained totally unbothered by barking, sniffing, or attention-seeking dogs. They’re actually so mellow and I don’t know why, they’re just weird. When a new animal arrives, they’ll investigate, decide whether it’s worth their attention, and then go take a nap. ⸻ 🐱 Cats If I’m sitting for your cat, I will provide a private room in the house, complete with their own litter box and space to climb, lounge, and settle in. I don’t believe in forcing intermingling with my resident pets—I want your cat to feel safe and relaxed. I will check in regularly for play, attention, and cuddles on their terms. —Unique Family Members— 🐭 Rodents I’ve had six pet rats in my life and think they’re some of the most wonderful animals—smart, affectionate, and full of personality (I even broke a toe playing tag with one when I was little!) I’m happy to care for any small critter and always consider them part of the family. I also have experience with hamsters, gerbils, and guinea pigs. ⸻ 🦎 Reptiles Although I only have Rex right now (my 22-year-old ball python), I’ve also cared for a variety of lizards and feeder animals. From bearded dragons to leopard and crested geckos, I’m familiar with preparing collard green salads, dusting crickets, maintaining humidity and temperature, and ensuring overall habitat health. I’ve even ordered crickets in bulk—so I know they require care too! While Rex is currently fed frozen rodents, I’m also comfortable managing live prey animals if your reptile/s require them. As a full-time remote worker, I’m home throughout the day and can easily build pet care into my routine. I take regular breaks to go for walks, give attention, or check in on animals staying with us. My mornings and evenings are flexible, so I can match your pet’s normal schedule—whether that’s medication timing, playtime, or feeding routines. Animals are a natural part of our daily rhythm here, and I love incorporating their care into my day. Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. In my home, animals are never left unsupervised with each other until we know everyone is comfortable. New pets are introduced slowly and calmly, with plenty of space to decompress. Sometimes personalities don’t click, in which case we easily keep them apart so that everyone is happy. I follow your pet’s routines as closely as possible—whether that’s feeding times, medication, or exercise—and I’m always happy to check in with updates. If I’m caring for your pet in your home, I’ll treat your space with respect and follow any specific instructions you leave. I’ll keep your pet’s world feeling familiar and low-stress until you’re home again.

“Ashly was skilled at providing detailed updates while we were gone about our areas of concern flr our teo kitties, 7 and 2 years old. She sent ample photos, had great attention to detail, got our kitties their medication and gave them love and affections. We felt so grateful to have found her and our minds were at ease while we were gone.”

Krysta F.

“Regina was fantastic! I had never used a sitter before, and she made the process so simple and easy. Her daily reports gave me the confidence that my cat was in great hands while I was gone. I will 100% use her again on future trips!”

Scott D.

About: I've had a lot of experience watching dogs and cats for many family members and friends. I also have experience working at an animal shelter for many months. I'm confident in my abilities to handle any kind of temperament and create a comfortable environment for every pet! When I have done drop-in visits for pet sitting, I like to do up to three visits each day. Morning, early afternoon, and evening are the times I typically try to check in. With each visit, I follow their food schedule, take dogs for potty breaks (and/or check cat litter boxes), spend a good amount of time playing with each pet, and cleaning up before leaving. At a client's home, if there isn't a yard for their dog(s) and they need time outside, I typically map out a trail for walking/potty breaks. Before taking any action, I like to ask the owner's preference on their pets' comfortability in where they walk or spend their time.

“Alicia did a great job checking in on Maya! She was prompt and provided detailed updates and pictures. I would definitely use Alicia in the future for pet sitting!”

Katie L.

“Outstanding care for our 12 1/2 year old Labradoodle. Jess was so accommodating with a last minute emergency that came up. Went beyond our expectations when we saw our daily photos. If there were 6 stars I would have given them to her! Highly recommend!”

Alecia K.

“Ella was amazing with our cats! One of our cats is very shy and the other has a sensitive stomach. We were very reassured to know she was taking good care of them and understood their needs. We really enjoyed the pictures too- the kitties looked so happy! We will definitely book with Ella again in the future!”

Caroline P.

“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.

“Sarah was impeccable - she was prompt, flexible, the dogs loved her, and there were 0 issues. Highly recommend! So thankful she took care of our doggies while we were away.”

Ashley F.

About: I’ve been an animal lover for as long as I can remember - from taking care of my own 2 pets for over 14 years to having a animal shelter volunteering themed birthday. I provide chill, but attentive care to your pets! I am currently working from home, so I have plenty of time all days of the week to come help out - morning, afternoon, and evening. I approach every pet with as much calm and gentleness as I possibly can. I get that your fur baby might need a little time to get used to a new person around, and will always meet them at their level!

“Thank you”

Suzette B.