Pet Sitting Hortonville

About: I have extensive experience caring for dogs with a variety of needs, including regularly dog-sitting for a dog with epilepsy and administering care according to their specific health requirements. I am certified in dog training and have experience working with a comfort dog through my university, which has helped me develop strong skills in reading canine behavior, building trust, and providing calm, consistent care. In addition, I have completed multiple courses focused on compassionate care, allowing me to provide attentive, patient, and individualized support for every dog I care for. Whether your dog is energetic, shy, a puppy, a senior, or has special medical needs, I am committed to ensuring they feel safe, loved, and comfortable while you're away. Pet care fits well into my daily and weekly routine. I work full time, but I have availability in the afternoons after work and am fully available on weekends to stay with and care for pets. I’m committed to making sure each dog gets consistent attention, exercise, and companionship during those times. I’m reliable and able to plan my schedule in advance to ensure I can meet each pet’s needs while their owners are away. I prioritize creating a safe, calm, and trustworthy environment for every pet in my care, whether in my home or the client’s home. I closely follow all owner instructions regarding feeding, medication, routines, and behavior needs to ensure consistency and comfort for the pet. When caring for dogs in my home, I maintain a clean, pet-friendly space with constant supervision and a structured routine for walks, playtime, and rest. I have experience caring for dogs with special medical needs, including epilepsy, and I am attentive to any signs of stress or health changes. I am certified in dog training and use positive reinforcement and calm handling techniques to build trust and reduce anxiety. Additionally, my experience working with a comfort dog and training in compassionate care has strengthened my ability to provide patient, gentle, and responsible care for animals of all temperaments and needs.

“I was a first time Rover user and Kimberly made everything so easy. She answered every question in a timely manner. The meet and greet put my mind to ease. Loved the report and pictures every time she stopped to take care of our cats. I would recommend Kimberly and her son to take care of your pets.”

Michol S.

“Wonderful! Great updates for me, loved my pup (6 year old dog) well, and took my pup for a quick walk in the 30 minute check in window. I greatly appreciate her!”

Hannah E.

“Abigail was an excellent communicator and very trustworthy. This was our first time using Rover, and were a little nervous, but Abigail sent us photos and little updates that reassured us that our 4 kitties were in good hands. We highly recommend Rover & Abigail!”

Kitty L.

“We LOVE having Emily care for our dogs! Our dogs love her too. She treats them extra special like they are her own and we are totally comfortable with her being with them. Even our cats like her :)”

Louden K.

“Amazing! Adore the nature of your care for our pup and last minute willingness to help us out. Thank you!”

Jillian O.

“Julia did a wonderful job of caring for our critters. She followed our instructions perfectly. We will definitely be calling her again next time we need to go out of town.”

Barbara L.

“Very kind, responsive, punctual!”

David W.

“Allison is a true Cat Whisperer! We have 2 kitties, each with very different personalities--one who is very shy and the other who thinks he's a guard dog and threatens to attack the "intruder". But in a very short time she has charmed both of them. The shy one is coming out of her shell and the aggressive one sees her as his new best friend....a truly difficult thing to do with animals who don't trust strangers. I HIGHLY recommend her services....there are "no worries" leaving the house when Allison is in charge!”

Colette S.

“Lanie was great! She was timely, sent me photos of how my dog was doing, came to visit prior to our booking, and communicated how things were going. I would defiantly recommend her!”

Linda L.

“Sara had a crash course on my dogs at our meet and greet when they were so excited about a visitor that they took off running. She sprang into action to help round them up. Sara was very easy to work with and accommodated all of our pet's needs during our trip. She even skillfully handled a tricky situation with one of them. Highly recommended.”

Jill E.

“I can’t say enough about how she takes care of my little boy.”

Liv J.

“Sara was great and did an awesome job with our cats”

Peter V.

About: Hi! I just recently moved to the Appleton area after college and no longer have a dog at home. I grew up with dogs my whole life and have loved getting to take care of them. Taking my dogs on walks was one of my favorite things to do in the summer. To help missing my childhood dog, I’d love to hang out with yours! I’m a teacher during the school year, so I have plenty of free time during the summer months. I’m available during the week and most weekends to hang out with your dogs. I can’t wait to play with and care for your dog at your home, the same way you would. Please let me know any specific things I should include for your dog specifically.

About: Hello! Over the last few years, I have gained experience in caring for dogs in daycare and boarding settings, as well as in some training settings. The knowledge that I have gained from these experiences sets me apart because I now know the importance of building trust with pets. I am an advocate for positive reinforcement training methods, and have some experience with Fear Free methods as well. While I do not have any dog training certifications, I have had the opportunity to work alongside some wonderful dog professionals who have expanded my knowledge and understanding of what it means to advocate for all dogs, especially those who may be a bit more fearful. If you have a pet who needs to take things slow, or has some behaviors that may not make them successful in a dog daycare setting, I would be happy to see if I can make it into their "safe people" club! After 3 years working full-time in the dog care industry, I have become fluent in dog body language and communication. If you have questions about your dog's behavior, I'm happy to give you my best input and point you in the direction of resources that may be a good fit for you and your pet! I am also happy to take care of baths and nails for dogs as long as you have supplies. I have 3 years of professional experience in both, but no haircuts:) I am working part time in the mornings and evenings for a few hours at a time, so I can fill my schedule around those hours with hanging out with your pet! In caring for your pup, I will monitor their behavior and ensure they are happy and excited about any activities we may be doing. When on walks, I like to keep away from any other dogs or people we may come upon, just to ensure everyone's safety and comfort. I keep a close eye on our surroundings, both on walks and in homes, to ensure nothing ends up in the mouths of curious pups that shouldn't be there.

“Caitlin and Samuel were a wonderful dog sitter! They treated my dog’s like her own, made sure all needs were met, and kept me updated with messages and photos. I could tell my dogs were happy and well cared for. I will definitely book with her again!””

Ruth A.

“Very good. Came home to a happy kitty”

Nathen W.

“Anna did great with my young German Shepherd. He’s a large dog and can be intimidating on greetings. Anna handled my weekend away with professionalism and great communication with comforting photos. 10/10 would recommend!”

Carmen A.

“Michelle was fantastic! She kept me posted with pictures at the visit times. She also talked me through what to expect while using Rover since it was my first time using the service. Thank you so much Michelle!”

Loriann S.

“Olivia was fantastic. Very dependable. She went above and beyond with our 2 cats. Sent pictures every day and great feedback. Will definitely use her again.”

Linda B.