House Sitting La Mesa

“Alexus could not have impressed me more with her level of detail, attention, and care when it came to my kitties and my home. Her updates not only let me know that my cats were OK, but they were clearly relaxed doing their normal routine. She stepped in to care for them exactly as I do. And her take away regarding their personalities was spot on because she took the time to really get to know them. She will definitely be invited back to spend time with them again. More sits are necessary because I couldn’t possibly tell you all the reasons why you should hire her in only one review.”

Susie R.

“Leah was amazing! She took fantastic care of my two dogs, and really listened to my instructions on my shy/skittish dog! She left my place clean, and my dogs were well cared for! Would absolutely hire her again!!”

Hillarie K.

“Hannah was great! She came out to meet our cat (and us) and get the run-down. Monkey seemed to like Hannah right away, which is weird for Monkey. Hannah was responsive throughout our trip and left the place spotless. I'll be happy to have Hannah cat-sit the next time our usual friend is unavailable - we are grateful she got us out of a tight spot this time!”

John & Sarah B.

“Ava took great care of our dog while we were away for a week. She sent several pics and I will trust her to take care of our house and pets in the future!”

Justin R.

About: I’ve taken care of many pets, but my favorite was sitting a senior blind dog , he was sweet and knew his way around the home when I let him out to play and go potty, it was a heartfelt experience. Can sit at your home anytime, I can bring toys, treats, dog pads etc. I am available everyday! Sundays I have church so any time after that 1pm! Latest I can do drop ins/walks is 11:30 pm (Before midnight preferably) I do have a playful dog named Manolo he is a mixed pug, he is adorable and has lots of energy if your dog ever needs a friend to play with! He is well behaved and is currently progressing at his potty training on dog pads. He also has is shots :)

“Tahlese took outstanding care of our house and kitties! She is very responsible, timely, great with communication and very sweet with our needy cats. Our kitties were very content and we look forward to having her again!”

Mary Elizabeth K.

“Was absolutely spectacular! Kept me up to date with everything. Was quick to respond to communication. I can't say how much I appreciate her being able to do this last minute!”

Geoffrey & Danyul W.

About: A little about me: I’ve had a dog by my side every day since I was six years old — dogs are an integral part of my life, not just something I do on the side. Over the years I’ve cared for dogs of every size, age, and temperament, from tiny lap dogs to a 90-pound Labrador, and from bouncy puppies to dogs in their older years. Experience: My deepest experience is with senior and special-needs dogs. My Labrador had a series of health challenges, including three separate leg surgeries. I nursed him through every recovery, which meant walking him with a support sling until he was back on his feet. When he was later diagnosed with cancer, I cared for him through hospice at home — giving his daily medications and keeping him comfortable and loved right to the end. So if your older dog needs medication, a little mobility help, or just extra patience and gentleness, that’s something I genuinely know how to do. I’m just as comfortable with high-energy dogs. That same Labrador was a handful in his younger years, so I know what it takes to keep a strong, active dog happy and well-exercised. I also love puppies and understand the patience and consistency they need. I’m happy to walk more than one dog at a time, and I have experience with leash-reactive dogs — I know how to keep walks calm, controlled, and low-stress for a dog who needs a little extra management. Right now I share my home with two girls — a 15-year-old Chihuahua mix and a 2-year-old Cairn Terrier — so both ends of the age spectrum are part of my daily routine. Before them I’ve cared for several terriers and a Border Collie mix, among others. I walk my own dogs every single day and I’ll keep yours on a good routine too. I’ve also dog-sat for family and friends who were thrilled with the care I provided — beyond looking after their dogs, I kept their homes tidy, watered plants, and brought in mail, treating each home with the same respect I’d give my own. Services: I offer dog walking, drop-in visits, and overnight house sitting: • Dog walking — I keep dogs safely leashed and give them a proper outing with a good sniff, steady exercise, and a potty break, adjusting the length and pace sensibly for the weather. • Drop-in visits — I come to your home to feed, refresh water, handle potty breaks, play, and give plenty of affection, plus tidy up any little messes before I head out. • House sitting — I stay overnight in your home and keep your dog’s whole world running on schedule (feeding, walks, medication, playtime, and steady company) while also looking after your place by keeping it tidy, bringing in the mail, and watering plants. Availability: I work from home and set my own hours, so I’m around for your dog far more than the average sitter — and I can be flexible to fit your schedule. Pet care is the center of my day, not an afterthought, which means real time and attention whether it’s a midday walk, an unhurried drop-in, or being present in your home throughout the day on an overnight stay. The only exception is the occasional family commitment, which I always know about well in advance, so I can be upfront about my availability every single time. Peace of mind: Your dog’s safety and happiness are my top priorities. I’m always happy to send photo and video updates so you can see your pup having a good time, and I’ll check in as often as you’d like while you’re away. And should anything ever go wrong, I’m able to drive your dog to the vet in an emergency — so you can travel with real peace of mind. Pet care is the center of my daily routine. I work from home, my schedule is very open and flexible, so I can build my day around your dog's needs rather than squeezing them in. The only exception is the occasional family commitment I schedule around, and because those are always planned well in advance, I'll always know my availability far ahead of time and can be upfront with you about it. To give you a sense of how I run a day: my own dogs eat at 8am and 6pm, get a 20–40 minute walk in the evening, and I stay attentive throughout the day to when they need to go out. My younger dog gets dedicated playtime with her toys, and my senior girl gets her medication right on schedule every other day. I keep that same consistency and attention for any dog in my care — sticking to your dog's normal feeding, walking, medication, and potty routine so their world stays steady while you're away. When I care for your dog in your home, safety comes first. I keep all doors and gates closed and latched, and I'm constantly aware of where your dog is — especially any time I'm heading in or out, so there's no chance of an escape. I follow whatever house rules and routines you set. I also treat your home with the same respect I give my own. When I dog-sat for family and friends, I kept their house tidy, watered their plants, and brought in mail while they were away. I will leave your home just as you left it, keep you updated with photos while you're gone, and communicate quickly about anything that comes up. My goal is for you to come home to a happy, well-cared-for dog and a house in good order.

“Not only did Jackson take excellent care of the pups, we felt as though he took excellent care of our home. He respected our space and sent photo updates, we came home and the house was tidy as we had left it. He asked thoughtful questions about the home and the pups. We would 100% recommend him to anyone out there. Hope to be lucky enough to hire him in the future.”

Kyle W.

“Thank you for taking great care of my baby! She loves the snuggles and walks. I always know Rose is in good hands with Janelle. Recommend her highly!”

Riana H.

“Cindi does a wonderful job with dog sitting. Trixie was calm and relaxed and happy when we got home. The house was clean and tidy and when my plane was late, Cindi was willing to help me (if needed) the following day. Fortunately, I made it home! Highly recommend.”

Annette G.

“Vincent is the absolute best. He is calm, cool, collected and caring. He was flexible with my changing schedule (a few times), and was kind and understanding. He asked great questions about the dog (Skipper), beforehand. He sent me updates each day, and even came up with ideas for how to better get Skipper to take his medicine. I feel so comfortable and happy knowing Vincent was watching my dog (and my house). He is excellent, trustworthy and an all-around cool dude. I can't recommend him highly enough.”

Lauralynn D.

“Sonja did such a great job taking care of our energetic pup! She sent many photos and updates daily while we were out of town. Thank you, Sonja!”

Carlos G.

“Blaise was able to care for our Aussie on late notice, which was much appreciated! Blaise stayed in our house and took great care of the dog and our place. I would hire her again!”

Stacey E.

“Spencer was awesome! He did a three night overstay at our home and watched our 6 dogs. He sent daily picture and message updates, asked all the right questions, and the house was spotless!! Very friendly, professional and absolutely will be working with Spencer going forward. HIGHLY recommend!!”

Megan L.

“Can't say enough great things about Amanda! She treated my dog and home like it was her own, which is exactly what I look for in a sitter. I will absolutely go to her the next time I need someone to watch Penny Lane!”

Christie L.

About: I’ve loved dogs ever since I was little and have always wanted a dog of my own. Luckily, I was able to grow up with my cousins’ dogs throughout my childhood! I have a lot of experience dog sitting for my friends and family. I enjoy taking long walks through the park by my home and will make sure your dog enjoys them as much as I do! I am an observant, attentive, and punctual person so your dog will be in very good hands! I will make sure to feed and walk your dog in a timely manner all while making sure they’re enjoying their time with me! Your dog’s safety and happiness are my top priority and they will be treated like family! I am a new grad nurse born and raised in NYC. I’m currently at home for most of the week, making it possible to dog-sit, house-sit, host doggy day cares, and complete drop in visits. My schedule is pretty flexible, but I appreciate clear, advanced notices if any changes were to occur. I live on the second floor of a walk up in a dog friendly neighborhood. I also live right by multiple small parks so there are many places nearby to take your dog out for walks and get all their energy out!

“Booked Levi last minute and was so glad they were available. Great communication every day and sent photos. Came home to a happy dog and clean house, would definitely recommend Levi and will book again when I'm in need of a sitter.”

Lori P.

About: I grew up with 4 types of dogs big and small. When I was 9 I babysat my neighbor cat and dog . I learned to be more responsible with animals. I'm currently a part-time sitter due to my illness, my schedule changes depending on doctor's appointments for the month so I will be changing my calendar when I have days off my dialysis days are Monday Wednesday Friday from 11:45am-3:45pm im available for check in and dog walks before and after those times. I live in a 2-2 house no roommates. My neighborhood is quite. Plenty of hiking trails near the area. Also pets are allowed on the furniture.

“Once again, Sam was awesome! Took the dogs swimming and hiking. I swear they were smiling in the pictures he sent! Gas company had to come in to light pilot on the water heater after construction crews cut a neighborhood line. He dealt with that effectively and without fuss. Would definitely recommend.”

Karen S.