House Sitting in Kennel Club, Jacksonville, FL

About: Senior care, kittens/puppies, special needs. I have had animals all my life and connect with them on a different level. I often hear people say that their dog or cat doesn’t like people when they like me. I’m flattered and appreciative of their trust. I understand what that takes & I return it with love. I am a corporate professional, currently going back to school, pursuing my dream of getting a degree in Interior Design. My classes are virtual which gives me a lot if flexibility. I spend my time with my 2 cats and dog while studying. I care for my fur babies like they are my children, because they literally are my kids. I have had several special needs pets, and know how to handle challenging situations. I love to meet new people and their pets. I often find myself stopping to say hello to a random stranger, bonding over their fur baby. It’s the constant connection in my life.

About: I have been pet sitting since middle school and previously worked as a dog groomer’s assistant. I have had pets all my life and care for each and every one as family! I work as a server at a local Thai restaurant which provides me with a very flexible schedule! Available everyday until at least 3pm and can do overnights any time. I grew up with pets and I believe in safety first and following the rules, so I'm well-versed in walking guidelines. Our pets are our family and they deserve great care and respect.

“Awesome! I had Johana stay at my house for the weekend and came home to a clean house and happy animals! Will definitely be using Johana again! She gave me peace of mind while away from my babies”

Jordan B.

About: I have had pet dogs since I has around 10 years old, my first being a miniature schnauzer. I adopted my first dog as a "grown-up" named Bailey. She was a mixed lab who I had until she was 14 years old, so I have a lot experience with senior care. Currently, I have two sweet pups! Bella is 13 years old and has hind-end paralyzation and also incontinence due to her condition, which occurred in 2016. Due to her condition, I have many years of experience with special needs dogs. I adopted her as a puppy, so I am also experienced with puppy care. Maggie is my other girl. She is 7 years old and is a Catahoula hound mix. She can be VERY energetic and loves her walks, so I am used to high-energy pets as well! I am currently not working, so I have a lot of free time to fit pet care into my weekly schedule! As long as I am not booked with another client, I am happy to consider last-minute bookings for your pets! We have a fenced in yard with a doggy door that Maggie is able to use. Bella has to be helped to use the bathroom and is on a routine so she doesn't have too many accidents. We express her and help her use pee pads or take her outside. She has a wheelchair, so I have experience helping her with that and using harnesses to help move her around. I am adaptable to whatever a client might need me to do for their animals!

“We couldn’t have asked for a better house and dog sitter than Crystal! She took such wonderful care of our home and, most importantly, our Frenchie while we were away. It was clear from the start that she genuinely loves animals, and she treated our pup like her own, giving us complete peace of mind. She kept us updated with messages and photos daily, which made being away so much easier. We returned to a spotless home and a happy, well-cared-for dog. We highly recommend Crystal to anyone looking for a trustworthy, responsible, and caring sitter!”

Kim T.

“Excellent experience! Was able to feel relaxed about my pets while dealing with a stressful situation on a trip. Attentive, responsive, and did everything we talked about. Would definitely use again!”

Adam P.

“Gypsy was very communicative and shared daily photos, videos, and updates on our pets. We have three small dogs and they are a handful, so we are so grateful that she took such great care of them! She took our pups on walks each day and followed our directions for their care well. We hope to book again!”

Sarah R.

About: Hey guys! My name is Kayley, I am originally from TN, moved to FL in 2023. I have a ton of animal experience. For many years, I did house sitting for quite a few people for quite a range of animals. I have watched horses, dogs, cats, pigs, llamas, alpacas, goats, chickens, ducks, pretty much any livestock animal you can think of. I have also worked at a doggy daycare and took dog handling classes (which also includes animal behavior classes). I am in Pet First Aid classes through Red Cross right now so I can be certified in that too. I have done a lot of pet first aid for my animals, animals on the streets and animals of friends/neighbors. The few places I have lived people would bring strays or their own animals to me and my roommate so we can evaluate the animals to assist in any way possible. I am NOT certified in anything, this is just knowledge I have from growing up in TN around all the farms I have worked on. I have taken quite a few animals off of the streets and either kept them or got them in with reputable rescues. **Please be aware, I do work full time. Generally I am off on most weekends, other days I will either work 8-5 or 9-6 so I will be able to care for animals outside of that timeframe. I do have a roommate as well (she is also a Rover sitter) so if your animal stays with me or comes to my home, my roommate is also here and can assist as well. Generally at least one of us are home, if we happen to both be out, it is one of us at work and the other headed home from work or we are running a quick errand. I also do have a vet reference that I am happy to share as well, we are well known at our vets office for our animals we take in from the streets and my dog with her health issues. (I do not have any animals from the streets in my home right now so no worries with sickness or anything, all of my animals are UTD on their vaccines.) **If you have multiple (more than 3) animals, please reach out and we can negotiate a price on the stay. I am a full time worker and I am also a part time (online) student. I have availability every day of the week, I can stay at your home or come to your home before and after my day job. I am able to care for animals in my home or in yours. I am open to anything that you normally do on a daily basis with your animals as to not cause a huge disruption to their daily schedule.

“Excellent job. Took great care of our babies, even left a note on the days events. We will use him again and highly recommend him.”

D C.

“Shana is a fantastic, pleasant, professional, thoughtful person who gave our pets the love & attention they needed while mom & dad were out of town! She kept in touch & gave us updates. She even sent pictures. We are so happy with the way she cared for our home as well!”

Erin K.

“Very happy with Lucinda’s care of Lilly. Sent pictures each day Will definitely be using Lucinda again!”

Richard C.

“Shannan was awesome with our babies. She took very good care of them! I could tell by all the pictures and videos they were in great hands and very happy❤️?❤️”

Amy E.

About: I love all animals but specialize in dog care. I watch my family and friends pets when they are out of town, including house sitting options where I stay in their home. We go on walks around the neighborhood or to the park. I'm pretty active with them as I enjoy being outside a lot. :) I work full time which leads my clients into the option of me staying in their home if they are gone overnight often. I also have the weekends off. If you need me to just drop by once or twice a day I can also fit that into my schedule most days except Mondays may be a bit challenging. I do not have a pet of my own because my current living situation does not allow for animals. Which is another reason why I want to pet-sit because I miss the presence and comfort of being around fur babies :) I usually stay in my clients house or will drop by 1-3x a day to ensure the animals go potty, have water and food. I am skilled in dog walking and leash handling. I am highly observant of the warning signs if an animal is in distress.

“Laura watched our dogs and cat for a week over Thanksgiving and did a fantastic job! She provided us updates and photos throughout the week, and we're already working on booking her next stay =)”

Jason P.

About: *New to Rover, Experienced in Pet Care!* While I’m new to the Rover platform, I bring years of professional dog walking and pet sitting experience, plus current hands-on work at a local dog boarding facility. To help build up my Rover profile, I’m offering discounted rates for first-time bookings! Your pet gets top-notch care, and you get a great deal! I’ve been a professional dog walker and pet sitter for several years, and I currently work part-time at a local dog boarding facility here in Jacksonville. I have hands-on experience with pets of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments! From energetic puppies to senior pets who need a little extra TLC. Whether you’re looking for daily walks, drop-in visits, or overnight pet sitting, I’m here to help. I’m comfortable with all pets and happy to accommodate any special needs, medications, or routines they might have. I know how important it is to trust someone with your furry family members, and I take that responsibility seriously! Your pets will be in good, loving hands. My schedule is super flexible, and I have plenty of availability throughout the week. Let’s chat and set up a meet-and-greet! I’d love to get to know you and your pets! I’m experienced with handling dogs of all sizes, energy levels, and temperaments, and I’m comfortable giving medications, managing feeding routines, and using positive reinforcement. I also take extra care with leash safety, home security during visits, and clear communication, so you’ll always know how your pet is doing. I treat every pet like they’re my own, with patience, respect, and lots of love. You can trust that your furry friend is in reliable, experienced hands with me!

“Scarlett was absolutely wonderful! Literally from meeting her to the time she left it was a great experience. We have 6 dogs and they were loved on ! Thank you so much Scarlett!”

Samantha C.

“Did a great job watching over my two babies. I know they had so much fun and with them while I was gone. Kept the house as clean as possible with two big dogs and a rainy weekend. Will definitely book again when I go out of town :)”

Lydia M.

“Hampton did a wonderful job watching our 2 mini dachshunds over the weekend! He was great at communicating & took excellent care of them. He was extremely responsive, sent frequent updates & I felt very comfortable leaving my dogs with him. I would highly recommend booking with him! We will definitely be reaching out again to have him stay with our pups! Thank you so much Hampton! 😊”

Brittany & Alfred M.

“My fur babies loved Pam! She was able to come over before our scheduled date and do a meet and greet with the pups which was very appreciated. She followed our instructions well and kept us updated on how the dogs were doing. she even sent pictures!”

Rachael C.

About: I grew up on my grandfather’s kennel, caring for German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois, and have personally raised and trained three German Shepherds from puppies to adulthood. I’ve also cared for a diabetic rescue cat, managing daily insulin shots and glucose monitoring, which taught me patience and specialized care. Now, I share my home with an 8-year-old cat and bring years of experience and compassion to every pet I care for. I’m a full time student at FSCJ; this is my current schedule to fit your pet care needs. Mondays: TBA (this day is pending the semesters exam schedule which is held every Monday.) Tuesday: N/A Wednesday: Anytime after 5pm Thursday: Anytime after 5pm Friday: Open availability Saturday: Open availability Sunday: Open availability I make sure pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved whether they’re in my home or yours. I keep my space clean and secure so they can relax and enjoy themselves. As a dog trainer I’m experienced with keeping pet routines to not only maintain consistent, as well as to reduce your pets stress when dealing with a stranger. When I’m in your home, I treat it with utmost care and respect. I strive to ensure timely updates about you pet while you’re away so you don’t have to worry.