House Sitting Guide Meridian

“Kris and her family were so great with our pups. Came home to the house spotless and the dog’s so happy! We will be continuing to use Kris in the future.”

Sean V.

“Madison is an excellent sitter! She stayed at our home for 7 days with our two very large and excitable dogs. This is the longest we have ever been away from them in the almost 9 years we’ve had them. We were very anxious as these dogs are our children. Madison was thorough and went above and beyond to make sure that us and our boys had a good experience. She did brushing, gave medication and helped them brush up on some of their training skills. The boys loved her, and her updates gave us great peace of mind. She left our house very tidy, and was considerate of our space. This was my first experience with rover, and Madison knocked it out of the park. Tucker and Toby can’t wait to have her back next time. 100/10 recommend Madison for your furry friends. ❤️”

Morgan T.

“Maddie is amazing! Super thoughtful and communicative. She took awesome care of my dog and my home, and she sent plenty of updates and photos.”

Melissa D.

About: I grew up working on a farm! Not only am I familiar with training puppies and caring for cats, I also know my way around a barn. I have time in the early mornings and evenings to visit your pets! I am also able to house sit and provide daily exercise to any extent you need! I love to go on walks and adventuring in parks. But I also love just sitting on the couch with a dog or cat :) I am flexible and ready to meet whatever your pet needs!

“Jada was wonderful with our dogs and kept me updated throughout the day. I think they were really sad to see her leave. I highly recommend Jada as a sitter for your babies.”

Shonna A.

“Skyler is top notch. Right from the start, communication was great. Unfortunately my dog decided to be a big jack@$$. He acted up right as I was packing to leave but petting on my bed. He ended up nipping Skylar and being a grumpface, making her job more difficult. She handled it like a pro and even given the option to finish the stay, with minor adjustments she gladly continued. I very much appreciated her commitment. 5 stars from me!”

Lizz R.

“Charles was beyond amazing with my animals! Super accommodating and followed directions well. Maven is a stranger reactive dog and quickly got along well with Charles after a rough first few seconds of introduction. He took such good care of my house in addition to two dogs and two cats.”

Absidy N.

“Melia is amazing !!! my puppy and dog adore her and she goes the extra mile to make sure they are comfortable. Amazing and communication with me. Highly recommend Melia!”

Patti G.

About: I have 4 years of experience caring for dogs of all sizes, breeds, and personalities. Friends, family, and neighbors have trusted me to provide walks, feeding, playtime, and overnight care. I understand that every dog has unique needs, and I take the time to make them feel safe, comfortable, and loved. Whether your pup is energetic, shy, a puppy, or a senior dog, I provide dependable care and plenty of attention while you're away. I currently have a flexible schedule that allows me to dedicate plenty of time and attention to the pets in my care. I'm available for boarding on weekends and for walks, drop-in visits, daycare, and pet sitting on weekdays. I enjoy staying active and love spending time with dogs, whether that means long walks, playtime, or simply providing companionship and care while you're away. Your pet's safety, comfort, and happiness are my top priorities. I provide a calm, loving environment and closely follow each pet's routine, feeding schedule, and any special instructions. In your home, I treat your space with respect and provide regular updates so you can have peace of mind while you're away.

“Karla was amazing with Suds! I had way too many instructions, and he can sometimes be difficult so I was worried he would annoy a sitter. Karla listened to all my requests for updates and made Suds very comfortable. Would definitely work with her again!”

Kelly Jo M.

About: Ready to adventure with your pets! 🌲 *For more videos & pictures check out my IG: petcarepdx ABOUT ME Being raised with 3 Pugs, a mini Aussie, and 2 chihuahuas, my transition to professional pet care was very smooth! I started at a dog walking company in Portland in July 2021 and recieved a promotion within 3 months. And by Winter 2022 I transitioned to full-time employment as an independent pet care provider. I am very familiar with high energy large strong pups that like to pull sneaky tricks and play 🐕‍🦺 Alongside dog walking, I cat sit frequently! 🐈 I have also cared for specialty pets such as rats, bearded dragons, bunnies and guinea pigs! 🐁 I've taken care of many special needs & rescued pets, and spent a year fostering a sweet kitty! I’m open to every pet! I moved to the bay in August, but prior to my relocation I had established many trusting relationships with clients and provided reoccurring care for their sweet pups & kitties for over a year. It was definitely tough to say goodbye. However, I’m very excited to be creating more wonderful relationships with clients and pets here in Oakland! I am open and looking to take house sitting gigs in Portland and traveling up to visit! I always approach with a gentle and calm demeanor, so animals aren’t overwhelmed. Safety and ensuring their needs are met is #1! I am always willing to follow training practices owners have in place. Please note combo walks are not a requirement and will be up to the individual dogs' needs and client requests. I lean towards R+ walking and prefer to walk pups with harnesses and no prong or choke collars. I love to take pictures and give detailed updates as I find communication to be very essential to pets’ care! Please say hello, I’d love to chat about how I can help take care of your sweet pals! EXPERIENCE -Completed over 1,000+ walks, checks, and pet sitting jobs -Cared for over 200+ pets -Shy and/or rescue animals -Puppies & other high energy pups -Care for over 50+ cats, including elderly & disabled cats -Experience with elderly & disabled pets -Group walking SKILLS -Patience -Effective communication -High-energy animal management -Safety awareness SERVICES CAN INCLUDE -Walks or hikes -Monitored playtime -Feeding -Distribution of meds -Pets & attention -Multiple animal care -Overnight sitting *Please disclose any special needs or anxieties of your pet before booking, thank you :) LOCATION I am looking for a house sitting gig for August or September in Portland, Oregon! I currently live in Oakland, California but previously lived in Portland for two years! SCHEDULE -I accept reoccurring walks M-Thr 10 AM - 5 PM -I accept one-time walks outside of those days & times Please include an acceptable time window of arrival in your request. OVERNIGHTS I can provide walks, enrichment time, and attention for pups! I unfortunately cannot watch pups that are unable to be alone as I would like to spend some time outside of the home. Depending on the pups and their needs I’d love to take them on adventures! If adventures aren’t in the cards for them I am still able to provide care in the form of walks, quality time, and enrichment.

“Katarina was an amazing sitter for Zuko. She was incredibly accommodating, gave me continuous updates on Zuko, and went above and beyond with her care. Zuko ended up having some tummy issues and Katarina immediately updated me on the problem and even picked up his prescription from the vet on my behalf. She took great care of the home and was always available to help where she could while I was away. I would 100% book her services again and I am incredibly grateful for her care. Thank you so much Katarina!”

Clea

“Trinity did a great job caring for our two dogs and rabbit. She asked questions, was in good communication, and our pets all seemed happy and well cared for upon our return.”

Emily B.

“Karson was awesome with my two pups! They were well loved and she communicated throughout our trip. Will book her again.”

Katie B.

About: I’ve always had dogs growing up, dogs that have complicated medical needs to dogs that are lax and can do everything on their own. I’ve always grown up with cats as well as a plethora of other animals including fish, lizards, birds, and frogs. I’ve housesat for multiple people over the years and have received much positive feedback! I’m working evening at a restaurant from 3pm to 8pm, so it doesn’t cause much shift in my capability to care for your furry friends! I am more than happy to stay at your place in caring for your pets or if easier/preferred, I can stop by intermittently throughout the day to give your pet the care it needs.

“Jennifer is an amazing dog sitter. She took great care of our 85 pound Ollie. We are really grateful for Jennifer. This is the longest we have left our dog with anyone. We arrived home to a very happy well adjusted dog and beautiful garden! Thank you Jennifer!”

Martha H.

“Madalyn is amazing! Pandora needed to have medications picked up and given during Madalyn’s stay and Madalyn went the extra mile abs picked them up from the pharmacy for me. I got update pictures and stories every day I was away! Highly recommend for your overnight stays!”

Brianna D.

“Natalie was great!! Communicated regularly and sent us reassuring pics of our pup. Everything was done exactly as we asked. Our house was tidy and dog happy when we got home. Highly recommend!”

Anne G.

“Morgan was amazing! She took such great care of my puppy Tamale! She even let us know how he was doing by sending us pics and videos! Tamale would love to have her back!”

Juliana D.

“Angela knows what she is doing! We have two english bulldogs that are very... extra... and are very much our fur children. Not only did she take awesome care of them, but she somehow managed to keep our house clean too! :) Angela goes above and beyond, and we look forward to having her stay with our bullies in the future!”

Lexi T.