Pet Sitting Hillcrest

“Took great care of the dogs and sent pictures all the time!”

James G.

“Bailey was wonderful and my cat was happy when I got home. She went beyond just feeding him but visited with him and made him comfortable during my absence.”

Coleen B.

“Very happy mamma! I didn’t worry at all while I was away. All The updates let me know Benji was in very loving and capable hands with Meghan. He probably didn’t even miss me!”

Amanda W.

About: We go by Gin (Virginia) and Jack (Kandiack), and we’re a husband-and-wife team who share a deep love for animals. We understand that every pet has a unique personality—from confident, social dogs and cats to shy or anxious pets who need extra patience and reassurance. A few years ago, we bought our home and discovered a large population of unaltered feral cats in the neighborhood. We stepped in to have them spayed and neutered, provided food and shelter, and slowly earned their trust. Over time, they became part of our family. That experience deepened our understanding of patience, routine, and the difference consistent, gentle care can make. Our hands-on experience includes: * Caring for shy, anxious, and semi-feral cats. * Building trust at each pet’s pace without forcing interaction. * Maintaining familiar feeding, walking, playtime, and litter box routines. * Offering companionship to pets who feel lonely or stressed. * Administering medications and following special diets and individualized care instructions. Gin is certified in pet first aid and CPR through the American Red Cross. We carry our own insurance and are bonded, and we’re happy to provide additional details upon request. We know how much trust it takes to leave your pets in someone else’s care. We take time to learn their routines, preferences, and little quirks so we can help them feel comfortable and secure. Our goal is to give you peace of mind while you’re away, knowing your pets are receiving the same patience, attention, and love we give our own. Pet care is a regular part of our daily routine. I work from home and set my own schedule, giving us flexibility to coordinate visits and stays around your cats’ needs. Together, we plan our availability to provide dependable feeding, medication, playtime, and companionship while keeping your cats’ familiar routines consistent. We’re available for weekday, weekend, and overnight care, with last-minute requests welcome when our schedule allows. We provide attentive care in your home, where your pets can enjoy familiar surroundings and routines. We follow your instructions closely, including feeding schedules, medications, litter box care, and each pet’s individual needs. For households with multiple pets, we take time to understand their relationships, separate feeding arrangements, and how each one prefers to receive attention. We build trust patiently, using approved treats or favorite toys without forcing interaction. Our experience with rescue and shy cats has taught us the importance of consistency, gentle care, and respecting each animal’s space. We watch for changes in appetite, behavior, and litter box use, communicate concerns promptly, and share updates and photos. We also take care to prevent escapes, secure doors, and follow your home access instructions. Gin is certified in pet first aid and CPR through the American Red Cross, and we carry our own insurance and are bonded. Your pets’ safety and comfort—and your peace of mind—guide our care.

About: Hello my name is Kaitlin and I am a wife and registered nurse looking to enrich my life and make extra income by taking care of your dogs! I am experienced with all breeds large and small, I have a house with a large fenced in yard. I have dog sat for neighbors as they traveled and am home most days. I walk or run 2-3 miles a day and would love to have a furry friend to join me. I have flexibility in my schedule and am happy to help you out and work with you to create a schedule you are happy with. I live with my Husband who is a veteran. We have two fur babies of our own. I look forward to getting to know you and your dogs, and answer any questions you may have! I am available most days to walk dogs and check on them throughout the day in their own home. I do have two dogs of my own so I won’t be able to board in my home. I will care for your pets as if they were my own. I absolutely love dogs and would love to have an animal sanctuary one day.

About: I’ve taken care of many different types of animals for both friends and family. I’m quick to learn and can easily adapt to each animals needs. I just moved to Boise full time for a project and don’t have pets of my own so I’m looking to help someone out with walks or sitting to get my animal fix in! I don’t have any pets of my own but every roomate I’ve had has had a dog and I help take care whenever I can. Whether that’s feeding them, walking them, playing or just cuddling I’m always available to help!

“This is my first time having Layne check in on my pet and she was great! She came and met him before and was nothing short of excellent for check-ins. My pet has specific needs and she was able to meet them with no issues. I would highly recommend Layne!!”

Jennifer & Joe M.

“Ally was amazing in caring for our 3 cats! She was very thorough in making sure she had all the information she needed as well as knowing where everything was. We wil definitely be rebooking her in the future!”

Megan R.

“Great job! Sent pictures and communication everyday.”

Maddie D.

“I highly recommend Emily, she was great with our pit bull puppy Pearl! Pearl seemed happy and well taken care of. Emily is obviously not only a dog person, but an animal person; our two people shy cats even came out to see her. She will definitely be back to take care of Pearl.”

Monica S.

“Meghan was fantastic at taking care of my 3 dogs for two weeks. I am not even sure my dogs missed us all that much! Meghan showed up at the same time for every walk and made sure to give the dogs lots of love each time.”

Jennifer B.

“If I could give Celeste 100 stars I would!! She was so awesome and great with Rocky — I could tell from all of the pictures and videos she sent that they had such a great time and he was in good hands. Celeste was so communicative in letting me know about everything while we were on our trip — I’ll definitely be booking her any time I can for Rocky when we’re gone!”

Audrey S.

About: Would love nothing more then to meet your pup and help put them at ease when they are in my care. Your dogs safety and comfort will be my number one concern at all times! I will treat your pup like they were my own and make sure they are happy and healthy and entertained untill you come home to them! I will take them on walks and enjoy puppy related movies on netflix with them! I will give them as many pets as they like! I really love being around dogs and so this job is a way for me to do What I Love!! I work from home currently. I have a lot of down time and availability and will be able to give your pup lots of attention and love. I can do over night boarding at my house any days of the week typically. For drop ins or walks. I can come before work, on my lunch break, and after work. My schedules very flexible we can work something out! I am able to maintain a consistent schedule of eating and playing and exercise and medicine administration. I will make sure to meet the needs and wants of you and your pups to ensure they are happy and healthy and safe :)

“Elisa took care of my 2 old cats multiple days. She followed the instructions I left and went beyond that with extra effort. She reported through Rover each day she visited and included pictures. My cats seemed very happy with her and even let her pet them! I will definitely request Elise if we travel again.”

Catherine O.

“She did a phenomenal job. She took photos of the cat and is very friendly to work with”

Russell C.

About: I’ve always been a huge animal lover, and after recently getting into pet sitting, I realized how much I love spending time with and caring for pets. Being away at college means I miss my own dog a lot, so I love having the chance to meet new furry friends and give them the attention, playtime, and love they deserve. I’m excited to provide reliable, compassionate care for your pets! I’m also a very active person, so I love getting outside for walks, exploring trails, and giving dogs the exercise and enrichment they need. Whether your pup enjoys a leisurely neighborhood stroll or a more adventurous walk, I’m happy to keep them active. I’m a college student at Boise State with a fairly flexible schedule! My availability is: Monday–Wednesday: Available before 12 PM and after 3 PM Thursday: Available before 12 PM Friday–Sunday: Available all day I love having the flexibility to spend time with pets throughout the week, whether that’s walks or drop-in visits I’m happy to work with your schedule and provide reliable, loving care when you need it! I know how important it is to trust someone with your pets and your home, so I take that responsibility seriously. For walks and drop-in visits, I focus on creating a calm, positive experience for your pets by ensuring I learn and follow their normal routines and give them plenty of attention, exercise, and affection. I’m happy to follow any instructions you provide and will always treat your home and pets with respect.

“I love having Kelci watch our puppy while we're out of town. She always takes such good care of our dog, listening to exactly what she needs, and she leaves detailed reviews so I never have to worry if my dog is doing okay.”

Aurora B.

About: I’ve grown up with pets my whole life and taken care of many friends and families pets. I love animals and care for them deeply. I just graduated from Boise State and am currently working full time. My schedule is pretty flexible so I can check on pets throughout the day. I will make sure they get some good exercise and play time along with being fed and let out when needed. If your pets love cuddles I’m happy to do that too.

About: I love animals and think they deserve the world. I have 8 years of experience caring for dogs and cats of all sizes. I'd love the chance to walk, snuggle, or stay with your fur baby I'm currently working a part-time job as an RBT with kids on the autism spectrum. I have a variety of times during my week that are open. I will take care of your pet as I would my own. I am able to give medicine, crate, play with, love on, and walk your animal. Their happiness and safety is my priority.

About: I have been taking care of family/friend pets through the entirety of high school and afterwards. I have worked with a positive feedback trainer with my dog and have been able to apply those teachings to other behaviors in animals. I also know how to handle medications for dogs, from pills, intestine liquids, and topical creams. I absolutely adore big dogs and will totally let them be lap dogs. I love little dogs, even if they try to be ferocious creatures. I work a part-time job and am focusing most of my free time to medical concerns. I traditionally work in the early morning, 6-12. This leaves my afternoons free for the pets, but I can figure out how to care for them in the morning if necessary. Beyond that, I want to maintain active with the animals, playing, cuddling and taking for walks. I have 3 dogs of varying sizes (8, 25, & 100). They have different diets and activity levels, but all maintain their appropriate body weight. We have a fenced backyard for them to roam around in. The big dog is an anxious creature so he gets put in the crate when everyone leaves the house. I specifically worked with him on it and he has done wonderfully with positive reinforcement. I am able to transfer this knowledge to other animals, it might just take a few tries. Access to treats might help 😋. For walks, I can handle dogs big dogs and the ones that pull pretty well. I refuse to use choke chains and shock collars. If they are wearing one, I would like (with your permission) to switch it for a regular collar during the time of my stay.