House Sitting in Half Moon Bay

“Deborah is AMAZING! We went out of town for 4th of July weekend, and were so worried about leaving our dog, Ella, during a chance of fireworks. Deborah came over a week before the trip to meet Ella and myself and touch base with me about some basic needs for her. Over the weekend, Deborah showed up on time, took amazing care of Ella, and kept me updated frequently with pictures and texts. She took Ella on many walks, played with her, and kept her secure and comfortable during some fireworks in our neighborhood. Deborah extended so much love and care over our girl, and we couldn't be more grateful! We will definitely be using her services in the future, and can't wait until Ella gets to hang out with her new friend again. Thank you so much Deb! You are awesome!!!”

Mariah C.

“She was absolutely awesome. She took our 2 puppies on walk, played with them. I would recommend her. She's a lovely lady and the puppies really enjoyed her company.”

Kristie R.

About: I have a lifelong love for animals and plenty of hands-on experience caring for pets of all kinds. I currently own two large-breed dogs, ages 6 and 7, so I’m very comfortable with daily routines, exercise, and individual needs. Growing up, I had a Golden Retriever and a Chinese Shar Pei, and later cared for two teacup Yorkshire Terriers, giving me experience with both large and small breeds. I’ve also lived with and cared for multiple cats, so I understand their personalities, boundaries, and routines as well. 🐾❤️ Pet care fits naturally into my daily and weekly routine, even while working full time as a dental assistant. I structure my days around my pets’ needs, with morning and evening walks, feedings, playtime, and plenty of attention built into my schedule. I’m organized, reliable, and used to managing responsibilities, so I make sure every pet in my care gets consistent exercise, care, and affection before and after work, as well as on weekends and days off. I provide attentive, personalized care based on each pet’s routine and needs, whether in my home or a client’s home. I follow feeding schedules, exercise routines, and any special instructions, including medications. Pets receive plenty of playtime, walks, affection, and supervision, along with a safe, clean environment. In a client’s home, I respect their space, maintain routines, and provide regular updates and photos for peace of mind.

“In a word- UNDERSTANDING! Suki is very slow to get to know strangers, and we did not have service for some hours on our vacation, but Alia was understanding and very patient throughout. Alia kept a very close eye on Suki’s health, and I appreciate having someone care for Suki who was attentive and knowledgeable on dogs. We also returned to a sparkling clean apartment which was such a treat. I would definitely hire Alia again!”

Katie H.

About: Hi! Thanks for stopping by. Allow me to introduce myself: I'm a (mostly) retired nurse & former farmer, offering a homey stay for your dog. I'm experienced with livestock, birds, all sorts of creatures. Your dog will enjoy the ideal location of my comfy home--its sunny decks, and fenced yard-- nearby to beaches, off-leash Quarry Park, and the recreation and coastal paths. You can enjoy your time away, knowing your pooch is having a great time at my place. I'm at home days & evenings, close by to the critters. Semi retired now, I'm able to dedicate myself to a pet-centric life, to the benefit of all. My home is set up for comfort--making the most of this idyllic coastal environment. Low windows at the front allow the dogs to observe those passing on the street. Two sunny decks connect to my fenced yard, providing a secure, relaxed environment. I am steps from the rec & coastal paths, dog-friendly Quarry Park, the harbor & coastal beaches. Enjoy peace of mind during your time away! Your dog will be a valued guest in my pooch-centric home.

“Chelsea was an amazing sitter for our 3 dogs. She is kind, conscientious and reliable! Will definitely be booking with her again in the future.”

Kristin M.

“Hailey was great with my very high maintenance very high energy pup Oliver. She was great at providing updates and communicating any changes/concerns during her stay. I highly recommend her :)”

Alex B.

“I would highly recommend Venora for in-house dog sitting. She definitely aimed to please with my request to meet and greet (twice), as well as arriving early on the first day of taking care of my dog. She was thorough in following my instructions on feeding and walk schedules, and texted most days to inform me of how things were going at the house. When I arrived home, my dog was happy and healthy .....and the house looked great as well. Thanks Venora...”

Kathleen R.

“This was our first time using Rover and we were so happy by choosing Casey. He immediately wanted to schedule a "meet and greet" at the house so the dogs can be comfortable. Soon after, we left for our wedding and our babies were in his hands. We were worried at first, but Casey reassured us instantly with photos of the doggies loving life. He always checked in with us, and sent us photos. We had such a great experience with him and Rover. I recommend Casey for any dog child owner in the area. His knowledge, attitude, and comfortability is reassuring :D Thank you so much! -The Rileys”

Kimberly V.

“Friendly, sweet, and great with my dogs. She followed all instructions and took very good care of them. Easy to communicate with and a pleasure to work with — I’d happily book her again”

Namita P.

“Darya was amazing! She sent me multiple daily updates with photos. The animals loved her right away which was very reassuring and she left my house very clean and even stripped the sheets! I will be using her again.”

Rebekah H.

“Amber was an excellent pet and house sitter. She sent regular updates, picked up packages, and took great care of my dog and cat. I would highly recommend her!”

Kristina C.

“Lisa was fantastic! She dog sat for me for 2 days very last minute when I was in a pinch. My little guy was going through a rough time, but he did so great with Lisa! She took such great care of him and kept me well updated along the way. She really helped us both. I will definitely be reaching out to Lisa again.”

Kara M.

About: I've taken care of animals since I was a kid and have volunteered at animal shelters over the past 10 years. I have fostered dogs, cats, and kittens! My childhood dog lived to 17 and when he went into adrenal failure, I gave him an IV drip every night. I strongly believe in doing whatever it takes to keep animals under my care healthy and happy! As a pet parent myself, I know how stressful it can be to find the right fit to be entrusted with your furry family member. I want you to know that I will follow your care instructions to the letter and I'm an excellent communicator. If you request more pictures or updates to put your mind at ease, I am happy to provide! I'm currently doing this full-time, so I can be very flexible when it comes to your schedule. I am free on weekdays and weekends. I travel occasionally and will block of those dates on my calendar ahead of time. I live with my partner and our 2 dogs which gives me the bandwidth to care for your fur babies. I'm all about respecting an animal's boundaries and personal space. I like to give animals a chance to warm up to me and be very patient with them. Animals thrive on routine, so when I'm house-sitting, I want to keep things as normal as possible for their comfort. I am responsible and respectful of house rules. My wish is for you to feel totally at ease knowing your pets are in good hands.

“Thank you Jenna for your tender loving care of Alex while I was away. I know it wasn't easy, as he also started a new medication (that you picked up for me!!) along with his other meds. Just getting him to take his meds is quite a task. I will certainly contact you again the next time we are out of town. Thank you, thank you!!”

Nancy L.

About: I have always loved animals, and grew up around cats and dogs, I have pet sit for many relatives, friends, and acquaintances, and have experience watching all ages of pets, from helping train puppies, to caring for senior dogs. I work from home and have a flexible schedule, so your pet never has to be alone. I love spending quality time with animals, and can adjust my schedule accordingly to your pet’s needs. I currently offer dog and cat sitting in the client’s home. I am reliable and respectful of the client’s home and make sure everything is safe and clean, and that the pets are comfortable in their own home. I have pet sit in homes in Palo Alto, Los Altos, and Redwood City.

“Dawn treated our dog Maple like she was her own. She was extremely communicative throughout our trip and put our minds at ease. Maple was noticeably happier and calmer than we've ever seen her when we are away from home. We will definitely be booking with her again in the future!”

Laurel G.

“Jaron was a wonderful sitter for our senior dog! He was also incredibly responsive and made every effort to help us out last minute when another sitter fell through. He took great care of our house and sent us lots of photo and video updates of our dog which gave us piece of mind. Looking forward to having him sit for us again in the future!”

Chris L.

“Nina house-sat for us for a long weekend and took excellent care of our cats. Nina is very reliable, communicative and went above and beyond to take care of our home and cats. We are so appreciative and can’t wait to work with Nina again soon. Highly recommend!!!”

Julia F.

“We're so glad to have found Marina! Communication was clear and consistent from beginning to end and Baloo absolutely loved her. She provided photo updates and tended to him and our home with lots of TLC and beyond. She is so kind, respectful of the space/asks, made us feel safe - and most importantly Baloo, who can be a little nervous guy sometimes. We will most definitely be asking her to stay with him again!!”

Amanda A.