House Sitting Lantana

“I always know that Asher will be SO well cared for by Mackenzie. It’s such a relief when I am out of town to know that my girl is in good hands! Thanks, again, Mackenzie!!!”

Adriane S.

“Ileena was very patient with our feisty rescue pup! We are very appreciative of her. And she watered my plants and left everything the way she found it. Thank you Ileena!”

Emily M.

About: I grew up surrounded by dogs, and today I share my home with three adopted pups, each with their own personality. One of them is reactive, so I know firsthand how important it is to read a dog’s body language, respect their boundaries, and never push them past their comfort zone. That experience has made me a calmer, more patient, and more observant sitter. What that means for your dog: -I take introductions slowly and let your dog set the pace. -I pay close attention to stress signals and adjust before things escalate. -I’m comfortable with shy, anxious, senior, and reactive dogs, not just the easy ones. -I follow your routine, feeding schedule, and any rules you have. As a multi-dog household, I’m used to the daily rhythm of walks, meals, play, and downtime. I’ll send photo and video updates so you know your dog is happy and safe. I’d love to set up a meet and greet so your dog and I can get to know each other. Message me with your dog’s name, age, and any quirks or needs, and I’ll let you know how I can help! I have a flexible schedule and am home during the day, so I can offer midday walks, drop-ins, and last-minute availability. I'm available 7 days a week. I only provide care in my clients’ homes, so your dog stays in their familiar environment and routine. I start with a meet and greet so your dog can get comfortable with me, and I’ll go over their feeding, medication, walking routine, and any house rules or quirks before I start. Safety is my priority on every visit. I keep dogs on a secure leash and well-fitted harness or collar, stay alert to my surroundings, and avoid situations that could be stressful for your dog. Because I have a reactive dog of my own, I’m very aware of body language and keep a safe distance from other dogs when needed. I never leave a dog unattended outside or let them off leash unless you’ve specifically approved it. I’ll always lock up and leave your home exactly as I found it, and I’ll send photo and video updates after each visit so you know how it went. If anything unexpected comes up, like a health concern or a change in behavior, I’ll contact you right away and follow your instructions.

“I cannot recommend Megan highly enough! She was absolutely wonderful with my little girl, Sil, and gave me something that, under the circumstances, was priceless: peace of mind. Just a few days before Megan cared for her, Sil had undergone major surgery to amputate her entire front leg. Needless to say, I was extremely hesitant to leave her alone, especially with someone she had never met. From the very beginning, Megan put my mind at ease. She came over for a meet-and-greet the day before, listened carefully to my concerns and instructions, and made sure she understood exactly what Sil needed. What impressed me most was how genuinely caring, attentive, and dependable Megan was. She followed my instructions perfectly, treated Sil with the kindness and attention she deserved, and made an incredibly stressful situation so much easier. There’s a big difference between finding someone who will watch your dog and finding someone you can truly trust with a member of your family. Megan is the latter. I’m genuinely grateful to have found her and would trust Megan with Sil again without a moment’s hesitation. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for someone reliable, compassionate, and truly dedicated to the animals in her care. Thank you, Megan, for taking such wonderful care of my little girl!”

Gary L.

“Thank you for taking care of the pups! You were amazing and we really appreciated your care, attention and the time you spent with Gemma, Riley and Sophie.”

Rebecca B.

“I am so glad that we chose Pierre to care for our babies when we went out of town. He was so thoughtful and took excellent care of them. We will definitely be using him again and for more than one night next time.”

Karen W.

“David was great with our two large golden doodles! He was patient when learning their medicines and their walking routines. He walked them and exercised them as we asked. We received photo and video updates as well which were greatly appreciated. We will use David again in the future!”

Anna V.

“Emily is a wonderful person and she's got this Unique Glow about her and especially with my queen who's afraid of everything love to dearly and Sapphire probably gave her non-stop kisses so thank you Emily I will definitely be using you soon and you are a wonderful wonderful person and I'm glad I met you”

Lisa P.

About: I have always loved all types of animals. My family has bred, trained, and shown multiple different breeds of dogs. I’m very good and training all different breeds and well known to have the best behaved dogs. If I had it my way I would have a ranch full of all different types of animals. I’m very gentle and normally can read dogs and go at their pace for training or care. I love to walk dogs and play with cats. I no longer have a pet of my own, but wanna fill that void by watching over you alls. I’m pretty open and love to just spend time with animals. I have flexible schedule and can work remotely right now. I can focus on each animals individual timely needs. I’m a pretty ocd individual and like to keep things tidy and clean. I start the day off with walk then feeding animals. Play throughout the day. Afternoon walks and then dinner and more play time. Depending on animal they normally can sleep with me as well.

“Andrea is a wonderful dog sitter. She takes great care of my older poodle and sends lots of pictures when I am away. The staff in my building all love her. She is respectful and always asks questions if she is uncertain of anything.”

Judith R.

“Alexia was great! She communicates very well, is punctual, and took care of my dogs and home as if they were her own!”

Sam M.

“Maria was absolutely wonderful! She took excellent care of our cat, Star, and our home while we were away. She was attentive, dependable, and thoughtful, keeping us updated and giving us complete peace of mind throughout our trip. It was clear that Star was in loving hands. We returned home knowing everything had been well cared for, and we couldn't be more grateful. We would absolutely trust Maria again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional pet and house sitter. Thank you, Maria!”

James K.

About: I have experience caring for dogs of different sizes and personalities. I’m comfortable with feeding, walking, playtime, and providing lots of attention and reassurance. I focus on keeping dogs safe, happy, and comfortable by following their usual routine and needs. I currently work Monday through Friday from 9–5, but I am fully available on weekends. From Saturday to Sunday, I can provide 24-hour care, check-ins, and plenty of attention for your dog I live in an apartment with designated areas for play and a clean space . My home is safe, calm, and cat-friendly. My apartment community also has an animal park, which is great for supervised outdoor time. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I follow their routine closely to keep pets comfortable and stress-free.

“Nicole is the perfect care taker. She is a great communicator, always provides updates and shares concerns when applicable, and puts them first! Her kids are lovely and my boys played well with them. If you’re looking for a reliable and incredible pet sitter, Nicole is it!”

Ivonne A.

“Jennifer watched out two 6 month Standard Poodles for a long weekend. It was so reassuring to have someone who loved our pups and took such good care of them. We look forward to using her services again. Thanks, Jennifer!”

Samantha C.

“Morgan was so great!! She watched our 9 month old pug for a whole weekend while we were away for a wedding and we felt so comfortable and happy with her! She sent updates and took great care of our pup and our home! She left the house clean and tidy and kept our angel happy! Thank you, Morgan!”

Ryan S.

About: I have always owned a dog and or cat and at present my 2 daughters and I have two tabby cats who have their own private room away from any fur friends we entertain. Currently working at home and homeschooling my 2 girls 11 and 12 years who are dog and cat lovers. They are very helpful and attentive and enjoy keeping our fur friends happy and well cared for. We take lots of walks on A1A or at the beach, we also visit parks for walking lake Osbourne and lantana nature preserve. My 11 and 12-year-old girls love to play fetch and teach tricks. Lots of dog owners in our condo by the beach all responsible and on a leash, my daughters and I take regular walking breaks for fresh air and play having a fur baby tag along is always fun.

About: I enjoy caring for animals and playing with them. I regularly watch my sisters, Rottweiler and Pitsky mix. I grew up with dogs, love their company!! I’m currently looking for new opportunities. Looking forward to meeting the doggies and puppies and creating a bond !! Happy to help out when needed! Will follow any lists or rules by owner, I do have a fence backyard, can take them out on leash if it’s more comfortable for the owner.

“Karen was a great sitter and I would definitely use her again! I came home to a happy pup and a clean place. She was very easy to communicate with and allowed me to enjoy my time away while also taking care of my baby! Thank you Karen! 10/10 experience”

Caitlin M.

About: Hi, I’m Hope! I’m a lifelong animal lover and pet owner with experience caring for cats, dogs, rodents, fish, reptiles, and pets with unique needs. I’ve pet sat on and off for many years for family friends and neighbors, and I also worked at a science museum where I assisted with the handling and care of reptiles and other animals. I love getting to know each pet’s personality, routine, and little quirks, whether that means extra playtime, patience with a shy animal, or carefully following specific feeding and care instructions. I currently have a 3-year-old tuxedo cat named Soup Du Jour, who is wonderfully spoiled and has some medical needs, including oral medication every other day, allergies, stomach issues, and dietary restrictions. Because of her, I’m very comfortable with medication routines, special diets, chronic conditions, and paying close attention to changes in behavior or health. I’m also always happy to learn any specific care skills your pet may need. I love getting to know each pet’s individual personality and quirks. Whether that means playing tag for thirty minutes, repeating the one specific toy movement they’ve decided is The Best Thing Ever, or simply giving them space and patience, I’m happy to adapt to what makes them feel safe and comfortable. I know pets can be funny, particular, and wonderfully odd, especially when their people are away, so I do my best to keep their routine familiar and their environment calm. And because I’m Gen Z and practically always have my phone nearby, you can count on plenty of updates, photos, and notes so you still get to see all the cute things they do while you’re gone. At the moment, I’m living at home while on leave from UC Berkeley, so I have a very flexible schedule and will be in the area for the foreseeable future. I’m excited to provide reliable, attentive, and loving care for pets of all kinds! I’m currently living at home while on leave from UC Berkeley, so I have a very flexible and open schedule. I’ll be in the area for the foreseeable future, not just over a short school break, and I’m happy to work with both recurring and occasional pet care needs. Because I’m managing some health conditions, there may be occasional times when I need to plan around appointments or lower-energy days, but I’m very communicative and thoughtful about the commitments I take on. If I agree to care for your pet, you can trust that I’ve made sure I have the time, energy, and availability to give them reliable, attentive care. When caring for pets in a client’s home, my priority is to keep their routine as familiar, calm, and comfortable as possible. I’ll carefully follow all instructions for feeding, medications, walks, litter boxes, playtime, and any household rules, and I’m always happy to learn the specific details that make your pet feel safe. I know animals can be sensitive to changes when their people are away, so I’ll pay close attention to their body language, energy level, appetite, and mood while giving them the kind of care they prefer — whether that means active play, quiet companionship, patience, or extra reassurance. I’ll also treat your home with respect and keep you updated with photos, notes, and anything important I notice during my visit.