House Sitting Keauhou

“Excellent sitter! Quickly developed a genuine bond with my dog and was super caring and helped my pup ( a recent senior rescue) live her best life. Good communicator, very friendly, went well beyond to give my dog a great experience. I highly, highly recommend.”

Alice D.

“Chase was great with my dogs! They all loved having him around. My little one, Shiro usually bark at strangers but he never did w Chase.”

Vinh N.

About: Hi! I’m a lifelong animal lover with a professional background in behavioral health and behavior analysis. My work is with people—not pets—but many of the same good-care principles carry over: pay attention to behavior, respect boundaries, maintain familiar routines, and remember that everyone does better when they feel safe and understood. As your house sitter, I’ll care for your pets in the comfort of their own home, where the smells are familiar, the sleeping spots have already been carefully selected, and everyone knows exactly when dinner is supposed to happen. Keeping routines predictable can reduce anxiety, so I’ll follow your instructions closely—even if your pet insists that you normally serve twice as many treats. Every animal has a unique personality. I’m patient with shy pets, enthusiastic with playful ones, and respectful of pets who need a little extra space before deciding I’m acceptable. Whether they enjoy walks, playtime, snuggles, or simply supervising me from across the room, I’m happy to follow their lead while maintaining the boundaries and routines that help them feel secure. I’ll carefully follow feeding, medication, exercise, and household instructions. You can also expect regular photos and updates, so you can relax knowing your pets are safe, comfortable, and being reminded frequently that they are extremely good-looking. I’ll treat your pets and home with the same care and respect I would want for my own. I’d love the chance to meet you and your furry family! I work remotely in behavioral health, so my schedule is flexible, and I bring my own reliable internet. Your pet’s meals, walks, playtime, medications, and companionship won’t compete with my work schedule. I may explore the neighborhood during downtime, but I’ll plan my outings around your pet’s routine—not expect your pet to plan around mine. I’ll respect your home, routines, and rules while providing attentive, responsible care. I’m honest, dependable, and proactive, and I’ll communicate promptly if anything unexpected occurs. Before the stay, I’ll review your pet’s routines, boundaries, emergency contacts, and veterinary information. I’ll follow your instructions closely and send regular updates—possibly including photographic evidence that your pet is running the household.

About: Hi! I’m Shay, a lifelong animal lover with hands-on experience caring for dogs and animals of all kinds! 🐾 I’ve volunteered for years at Animal Care Centers of NYC, New York City’s only open-admission animal shelter, where I gained valuable experience working with animals from different backgrounds. I’ve also fostered multiple dogs, providing them with a safe, loving environment while helping them prepare for their forever homes. I recently worked at a farm animal sanctuary for 3 months full time with sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, geese, cats, bunnies, and dogs. Now I currently volunteer multiple mornings a week at another animal sanctuary here in Kona, where I care for a wide variety of animals including turtles, macaws, guinea pigs, chinchillas, bunnies, and more! Through my shelter work, fostering, and sanctuary experience, I’ve developed a strong understanding of animal behavior, patience, and the importance of making every animal feel safe and comfortable. Whether your pup needs a fun daytime walk, some extra attention while you're away, or a loving and reliable overnight sitter, I’ll treat them like one of my own! I know how important it is to trust someone with your pets, and I’m committed to providing dependable, attentive, and compassionate care. I can't wait to meet your furry family members❤️ I own a small handmade jewelry business and work a combination of freelance and part-time gigs, which gives me a very flexible schedule and plenty of daytime availability! I love spending time outdoors and with animals, so dog walking and pet sitting fit naturally into my lifestyle. I'm available for morning, midday, and afternoon walks, drop-in visits, and overnight pet sitting. I can often accommodate last-minute requests, recurring weekly walks, and your pet's specific routine. I'd love to become a familiar, trusted face your furry friend looks forward to seeing :) Your pet’s safety, comfort, and happiness are my top priorities! Through volunteering at shelters, fostering multiple dogs, and working at 2 animal sanctuaries on the island, I’ve gained valuable experience caring for animals with different needs and personalities. I always follow each pet’s routine and their owner’s instructions closely. I’m especially mindful of Kona’s heat, hydration, and safe walking conditions. I prioritize clear communication, regular photo updates, and treating every pet and home with love, care, and respect! 🐾

“Kate did a great job taking care of my fur babies!”

Dawn P.

About: Aloha! We have cared for many animals, plants, and homes over the last 5yrs as full time caretakers + pet au pairs. House sitting in Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Bali, Vietnam, California, and Hawaii. As a medical professionals (nurses), we are extremely comfortable with administering medications and special care when needed. *** 50+ reviews on another platform - available upon request! *** Full time pet au pairs, so most of the time is spent caring for the pet and being comfortable in the home environment together - while enjoying the vibes of the local community. Prefer long term care arrangements of 2wks - 3 months. This allows time to bond with the pet, establish routines, and enjoy the experience at a slower pace.

About: I grew up with cats, dogs, horses, ferrets for a while, horses, a turkey, chickens, and fish. Experienced with bully breeds, huskies, labs, French bulldogs, golden retrievers (from the very codependent to the aloof 😬), beagles, toy poodles, bichon, and many more. Education background in clinical psych with extensive behavior change training. Positive reinforcement is the only reinforcer I will utilize with pets and have taught dogs commands, better leash behavior, and even how to give high fives and piggy back rides (one needy golden retriever). I love all animals but sadly can’t have them in my building. Experienced with huskies both young and old (mine lived to be 16 as a rescue with a broken back and needed assistance often) and their unique personalities (e.g., selective hearing, never off leash unless it’s one of the two huskies I’ve trained to go off leash 🤣, boredom, and running away as a game) Flexible work schedule and able to accommodate almost all schedules and needs - whatever works best for you and your pets. Feel free to reach out I am available to housesit or do check-ins and walking and more. Not able to have pets in my home and miss having animals in my life.

“I had a great experience with Jessica! She kept me updated throughout the weekend, and I came home to a happy dog and a clean apartment. Would highly recommend!”

Talia C.

About: I’m equipped to care for all your pets needs and give them love and attention while you’re away! I have experience in cat sitting, dog sitting, Guinea pig/hamster/bird/reptiles etc. I love animals and care for all kinds. I work full-time with a consistent schedule, which allows me to plan my day around the pets I’m caring for. I make sure they get plenty of attention, exercise, potty breaks, and affection before and after work, and on my days off I have lots of extra time to spend with them. I’ll always be upfront if I think a pet’s needs are beyond what my schedule can provide. I care for every pet as if they were my own while respecting your home and your routine. I follow your pet’s schedule for feeding, walks, medications, playtime, and potty breaks, and I make sure they receive plenty of attention and affection. I keep your home clean, tidy up after your pet, and treat your space with the same care and respect I would my own. I’ll also send regular photo and video updates so you can relax knowing your pet is happy, safe, and well cared for while you’re away.

About: I have taken care of all kinds of pets for over 40 years. I have trained all sizes of dogs for obedience and hand signal commands. I am assertive and confident with dogs to build trust and loyalty. I am also good with other animals having run a farm for over 20 years. I carry pet sitter insurance. I am retired and looking for part time work in the Waikoloa area. Caring for animals everyday is something I am good at and it would be a dream job for me I have a fenced yard and a large inside area for pets. I am able to come to clients home to care for their pets.

“Brian was the best! He walked our dog twice daily and sent pics and videos! Our German shepherd can be skiddish at first and doesn’t get along with other animals so Brian’s experience helped make KAI’ comfortable. We will definitely be recommending Brian to our friends and family .”

Monica R.