Pet Sitting in Kent

“Anna has been great with my pup! My dog is a little moody and she made sure to spend time with her and earn her trust. She will put in the time your dogs! Can’t recommend more!”

“Rachel and her husband where very nice. You feel like they could be your neighbors. They took care of my Zoey, a St. Bernard who has anixiety issues and I can home to a happy dog. They sent updates and walking maps and images of Zoey. I couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter if it was me myself. Thank you very much guys! I’m lucky to have found you.”

“This is the first time we have used Shelby to do home visits for our kitties. They looked happy and were well taken care of. Although a bit scared and shy at first they began warming up to her winning her trust. We received photos and reports daily to prove their care and behavior- a great feature. Shelby loves animals and these visits made that obvious. We will be using her services from now on.”

“Rebekah was very attentive to our fur-babies’ every need! Very caring, with lots of loving up! Along with Daily reports & pictures being sent to us! Totally put my mind at ease, knowing they were in Excellent hands, in our absence! We Highly Recommend Rebekah as your drop-in Pet/Home Caregiver ?”

“We really appreciate Matt’s dropping in to care for our 3 kitties while we were out of town. He did a great job and kept us in the loop the whole time we were gone which was much appreciated. We would definitely recommend Matt and use him again!”

“Cierra, Thank you for taking such good care of us while our parents were away. They were 100% at ease knowing you were by our side. You are a PUUURFECT sitter. Our absolute FAVORITE. Many thanks, Winston, Franklin, Cher, Oscar”

“Isabella is trustworthy and followed all special care instructions perfectly. I look forward to having Isabella come into our home and provide care for our cat during our next time away.”

“Kaylin does an awesome job with our new puppy Rory. She is very timely and shares updates about the drop in visit. A bonus: she shares the cutest pics of her while we are away at work! I highly recommend her for any of your pets needs! Thank you Kaylin ☺️”

“Elizabeth was helpful, sent photos, and even fed my pups for me. Thank you!”

“Kazia took care of my cat (socks) a few months ago. She spent a lot of time with him and sent me pictures to update me while I was gone. He was very well taken care of!”

“Alyssa was great with our dog! Will book with her again”

About: Hi, I love dogs and have a large fenced yard in Kent near Kent State, I offer overnight dog sitting and doggy day care in my home for short or long stays. My 14 yr old dog (Bentley, a beagle mix) died recently so do not have a dog at my home now, I do have an older cat, but I can block the stairs so he can have her own space (if your dog isn’t cat friendly) I will give your dog lots of attention and in addition to the fenced yard, I will walk them around the neighborhood, typically going on at least two walks a day. As well, I will take him or her to the unofficial neighborhood fenced "dog park" (if they like to play with other dogs). I am an Art professor at KSU, I have two teenagers, we love love love dogs and after fencing my yard in 2012 I decided I would like to have visitors. It will be like doggy camp, they'll have a blast and will be loved and cherished. My schedule is pretty flexible so when I’m working outside of my home it’s rarely more than 4 hours that I’m gone. I also have my kids around to help if I’m not home. I have a fenced yard but take the dogs for walks. Usually the dogs sleep upstairs in my bedroom on the floor in their dog bed, or small dogs can sleep with me :).

About: With a lifelong love for dogs, I've dedicated myself to their care and well-being. As a devoted volunteer at Summit County Humane Society, I've honed my skills in working with all dogs regardless of breed, shape, size or age. I believe that positive behavior training, and, as such, have completed several courses in positive dog training, including 'Leash Reactive Dogs,' 'Dog Enrichment,' and 'Dogs and Kids,' equipping me with valuable expertise to ensure every dog's needs are met. My experience extends to caring for senior dogs with tenderness and empathy. At home, I've successfully trained our own dog-reactive pup using positive reinforcement techniques. As a middle school teacher, I bring patience, understanding, and a love for learning to every canine interaction. I thrive on the joy of walking and running with dogs, ensuring each outing is filled with fun, exercise, and positive reinforcement. As a teacher, my schedule allows me to dedicate ample time to pet care, especially during afternoons, weekends, and throughout the summer. During these periods, I prioritize providing attentive and loving care to pets under my watch through regular walks, engaging play sessions, and beneficial training exercises. At home, my own dog benefits from daily walks, playtime, enrichment activities and weekly runs, activities I eagerly anticipate sharing with other animals in my care. Pet care isn't just a responsibility; it's a source of joy and fulfillment, and I eagerly look forward to extending the same level of care and attention to other animals as I do my own. Communication with pet parents is paramount to ensuring the safety and well-being of their furry companions. By clearly understanding expectations, I can establish a trusting relationship with both the dog and their owner, setting us all up for success. This open dialogue also allows me to identify and avoid any triggers that may cause stress or discomfort for the animal. With training in positive behavior methods for leash reactivity and interactions with children, I prioritize creating a safe and positive environment for every dog in my care. I believe in allowing dogs to approach and familiarize themselves with me at their own pace, building trust and rapport before engaging in activities. By fostering this sense of comfort and trust, I aim to make every interaction an enjoyable and happy experience for the animal and myself.

“I have hired Hanna as a dog sitter numerous times in the past. She is very attentive and does a wonderful job! I am always very comfortable/confident leaving my dogs in her care and know that they are receiving lots of love and attention!”

“Dana was excellent with our fur babies! Is highly recommend her! I loved all the pictures she took of them! I know my babies were in good hands with her!”

“Claire is amazing and my boys love her. She is always prompt, sends the cutest photos, and makes me so comfortable while I am away. I would recommend her 100x over to anybody!”

“Cody is a wonderful and responsible pet caretaker. I’ve seen him care for several dogs, cats, and even birds! He is truly caring and patient, responding to their individual needs. Cody also has experience with animal behavior which means he’s able to respond when they are communicating. I highly recommend him for all your pet care needs.”

“Teresa is a responsible and loving caregiver for my pup. She does a great job communicating (pics and updates) and being dependable. My pup absolutely loves her as Teresa makes sure to give plenty of love, naps, and exercise. So grateful to have her as a dog walker and sometimes house sitter. She is a great plant caretaker too! :)”

“Emily was so attentive & I could tell Lily was spoiled while I was gone. It was great that she kept me updated with pics so I could be at the business retreat for church without worrying about Lily. I highly recommend her.”

“Delaney helped care for my three dogs (two akitas and a goldendoodle) when I was unable to spend a lot of time with them during a busy time in my life. She made sure they were fed and taken care of and was great at communicating updates while she spent time with them.”