Pet Sitting Gateway

About: Animals have always held a special place in my heart!! With years of hand on experience caring for pets, I understand that they're not just animals, they're cherished members of the family. I've spent much of my life caring for animals with different personalities, temperaments, and individual needs. Whether it's an energetic pup who loves to play, a laid back companion who enjoys relaxing, or a cat who prefers affection on their own terms. I believe every animal deserves patience, kindness, and personalized attention. I take pride in being dependable, attentive, and making sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their families are away. I understand how important it is to trust the person caring for your furry family members, and I strive to provide the same level of love, respect, and attention that I would want for my own pets. My goal is simple: happy pets, peace of mind for their owners, and plenty of love along the way!! Pet care fits into my schedule very well, I'm a stay at home mom already and available pretty much all week long to take care of your fur family. I don't do too much during the weeks, I do need to take my son to daycare twice or so a week but it's a quick trip, and I come home immediately after. I can confidently say that you fur baby will be will attended to, even if they prefer their space I will be there for them. For caring for animals in my or others home, I am first respectful to them, and let them lead the experience. If they are shy I don't startle them or rush them. I am gentle and patient with all fur babies. I follow routine very well and the more detailed a list is for care the better I can be for them, as every pet's needs vary from each other.

“We booked a drop in as a meet and greet for our pup Kylo. Denise was sweet, pleasant, and so caring! She was reassuring, supportive, and made us and Kylo feel comfortable! Plus, she had so many great stories and experiences to share. We can’t wait to book her again, and grow a relationship!!”

Maryssa M.

“Jazmin did a great job taking care of my cats while I was away. She communicated well and sent great photos. She also responded to additional requests promptly. I will be asking for her help in the future!”

Joseph K.

“I am so happy that Jennifer was able to care for Sergeant while I was out of town. I appreciated receiving tons of pictures and videos of him. Jennifer is a great communicator and followed our instructions to a the T. any needed inst. I will definitely seek out Jennifer for future needs ?.”

Delia T.

About: I’ve been a dog & cat dad and been an uncle to many more over the years. I have lived with pets all my life. Most recently, 2 years with a Shih Tzu, Sola, and have cared for her throughout our time together. I have watched over my friend’s pets for weeks on end and enjoy the time we spend together. I love seeing the bond between people and their furry friends! I have helped raised a surprise litter of puppies, trained them, and helped them find good homes! We still keep in contact with their new loving families! I am currently working from home on a part time schedule, so my schedule is pretty open and flexible. I can accommodate to most schedules and carry my work with me. Sola has two small homes she uses as her safety zone. A crate is for when she is feeling stressed and a fuzzy home for when she wants privacy. We have an understanding to not cross her boundaries and when she enters those spaces, we give her the privacy she requests. Understanding animals boundaries is important to me, for my safety, their wellbeing, and to maintain trust, especially if I’m a stranger to them.

“Marie is fantastic. A breath of fresh air to coordinate with and even leaves treats for both me and my dog. She is responsive, responsible and you should book her unless it’s when I want her then move along!”

Laura G.

About: Dogs have always been a huge part of my life. My parents had a dog before I was even born, and when I arrived she quickly became my first best friend. That bond started a lifelong love for our four-legged companions, and caring for them has always come naturally to me. Over the years I’ve raised and cared for many dogs including two Rottweilers, a Pitbull mix, a Boxer, and a Red Heeler. Today I share my home with my dog Larry, and together we’ve created a safe, happy place where other dogs can come spend the day. Altogether I have around 35 years of experience living with and caring for dogs of different breeds, personalities, and energy levels. Larry and I live in a home with a fully fenced large backyard and a fenced front yard, giving dogs plenty of room to safely play and explore. Our days usually include walks, backyard playtime, and trips to the dog park. If you’re comfortable with it, we also occasionally do beach visits or easy hikes for dogs that enjoy a little adventure. I work from home, so your dog will have supervision and companionship throughout the day. I’m happy to provide photos and video updates so you can see how your pup’s day is going. To keep things safe and fun for everyone, we host a maximum of two guest dogs at a time. Before daycare begins, we’ll schedule a quick dog park compatibility meet-up followed by a short in-home introduction to make sure all the dogs get along well and everyone feels comfortable. If you’re looking for a safe, relaxed home where your dog can play, socialize, and be well cared for during the day, we’d love to meet you. Looking forward to meeting you and your pup! Jay & Larry 🐶 Your dog’s day will be built around comfort, play, and plenty of attention. Since I work from home, your pup will never be left alone for long periods and will get lots of interaction throughout the day. We usually start the morning with some outdoor time in the fenced yard so everyone can stretch their legs and burn off some energy. Throughout the day dogs can expect a mix of: • Backyard playtime in our fully fenced yard • Walks around the neighborhood • Dog park visits (if you’re comfortable with that) • Relaxing indoor time where dogs can rest and feel at home For dogs that enjoy a little adventure, we sometimes do beach trips or easy hikes, but only with owner approval. I keep the number of dogs small so every pup gets plenty of attention, supervision, and care. I’m also happy to send photo and video updates so you can see how your dog is doing during the day. My goal is simple: when you pick up your dog, they’ve had a fun, safe, and happy day and are excited to come back again. I have extensive experience caring for both small and large dogs and have always trained my own dogs using positive reinforcement methods. I believe strongly that dogs learn best through encouragement, patience, and consistency. I do not believe in any form of harsh or abusive training. In my experience, the best way to build a relationship with a dog is by earning their trust and building their confidence. My home is a safe, calm environment where dogs are treated like family. Larry, my dog, is very friendly and well socialized, and he helps set the tone for a relaxed and positive atmosphere for visiting pups. Before any stay or daycare visit, I prefer to do a meet and greet so we can make sure everyone feels comfortable and the dogs get along well. Safety, comfort, and positive experiences for every dog in my care are always my top priorities. Once you meet Larry, you’ll understand exactly what I mean. The environment here is built around trust, respect, play, and lots of love for every pup that walks through the door.

“Amina is a gift to my fur babies! My dog and cat both adore her, she gives thoughtful updates, is flexible with my schedule and is delightful to correspond with. She sends funny and cute pics that capture their personalities. I am so much more relaxed at work and in life because I know my critters are in loving, caring hands with her. Book her while you can!!! She’s one in a million!”

Laura G.

“Lisa is a gem! She met with us before the trip and asked thoughtful questions to make sure she took good care of our two kitties. I knew she was paying great attention to them because her visit notes were spot on about our cats’ personalities and habits. It was fun to receive photos of them while we were gone. Most of all she really seems to like animals.”

Elizabeth S.

About: I have 15 years of caring for pets of my own and well over 10 years of sitting for neighbors and friends pets. I have experience with dogs (of all sizes), cats, and pocket pets of all ages. I even have experience caring for elderly pets and those that require medication. Education background in animal care (Bachelor's in Animal Science and Associate’s in Animal Care and Training). I work part-time for San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. I usually work early mornings and late evening shifts a few days a week. I have a flexible schedule and readily available most mid-days. Through my personal experience and education background I understand how to handle animals safely and confidently. While also ensuring your pets comfort. I understand leash safety and feel comfortable walking dogs of various sizes.

“Asked to do the “dirty work” and she didn’t hesitate at all. Even cleaned up a surprise my cat left behind. Much appreciated care for my guy!”

Kelli F.

About: Lifelong dog lover with lots of experience! I’ll make sure your pup feels safe, loved, and cared for every step of the way. I grew up with a golden poodle and absolutely adore dogs. There a lifelong best friend. As a college student, my schedule is pretty flexible. I have classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, so I’m free most of the week and have plenty of time to care for your pup! I’ve been dog sitting for years and truly love caring for every pup I meet. I treat them like family, giving them lots of love, attention, playtime, and walks while making sure they always feel safe, happy, and comfortable. 🐶🤍

About: special skills like training young pets or senior care. My love for animals is strong I always treat them like they're my children f my main priority is their safety nothing less :). ATTENTION ! Due to having my 1st bad pet sit recently please notify before hand if your pets are destructive in any way please to avoid any mishap. In my 5 years of experience I’ve never broke/destroyed anything and I won’t begin anytime soon thank you for understanding i Monitor my pets well My schedule is pretty flexible which leaves me plenty of time to help care for animals. Messaging before hand helps me map out a schedule I personally do not do pet care at my home because I have two pets at home and there is also children. Sorry for that

“Arianna took great care of my cat! Updates with both cute and goofy photos were much appreciated!”

Michael G.

“Natalia was a great sitter for my two cats! She’s very attentive and remembered all of the details I gave her. She sent me lots of picture updates and I would use her again for cat sitting :)”

Audra L.

About: I puppy-sit for my sister's 2yo maltipoo often, I've even helped training him and teaching him certain tricks. Meso on my profile is my sister's dog, I don't have a pet at the moment - I created his info under my account to help my sister when she needs a dog sitter. So my space is pet-free. I also used to have a dog when I was younger, I love dogs! I just came back from LA from helping puppy-sit for my sister's dog for 2 weeks. When I visit family in LA, I am often helping take care of her dog and I love it so much! I feed the pet based on the pet's schedule, provide any medication that may be needed, walk the dog at least once and certainly make sure cleaning up after the pet! Play time is also important, giving the pet treats that are vouched for by the owner. Also making sure emergency contacts and vet info is provided for emergency situations.

“First experience with Kirsten was very pleasant and professional. She is detail oriented and made sure she understood the care instructions. She is great at communicating throughout the entire booking. I felt more at ease with the pictures and detailed notes she left after every visit. I will definitely rebook her again!”

Victoria R.

About: I understand leaving your baby with a stranger can be scary at first, I am here to help ease the worry! I grew up caring for and loving all animals. I have experience with dogs, cats, birds, lizards, snakes, fish, hamsters, amphibians, guinea pigs, rabbits, turtles, horses, pigs, cows, chickens, goats. I would spend my weekends on a farm and had many animals growing up! I am also very eager to learn about new animals and grow my experience. I will take care of your animal as if it were my own. I live with my Fiancé who works a full time job. He has a hybrid schedule. I am currently unemployed so I do not have a full time job. This allows me to have a more active lifestyle with your pet! I understand it can be scary leaving your animal with someone you don’t know. I don’t have any other animals and will give your animal my undivided attention. Willing to do meet and greats before hand as well!

About: I take care of and board my friends cats' every summer and I have been a long time dog lover and walker. I am used to dogs and would love to take care of yours! I am currently working from home part - time so I have plenty of time to take your dogs on midday walks! I am available M-F for morning, afternoon, and evening walks so you can go about your day. I live right by a dog park and by the Schuylkill River Trail so I can take your dog on long walks and make sure they are cared for the right way.

“Monica is truly a lifesaver with my very anxious and slow-to-trust cat, Draco. She took the time to let him ease into getting to know her and was very understanding when he would hiss and swat! She has watched him before and I will continue to go to her for Draco’s needs! Thank you again, for being such a great sitter!”

Emily M.