Pet Sitting Mace Ranch

About: I've had multiple dogs all my life (all shelter rescues of all sizes and temperaments) and cared for them up into their senior years. From unique feeding routines to walks/runs in the early morning, to fetch, tug-of-war, midday potty breaks, and cuddles, I've done it all! I've also raised and fostered several litters of rescue kittens to be adopted, from bottlefeeding to litterbox training and handling practice. I am well learned in cleaning litterboxes, prepping midday snacks, and providing love and attention for kitties of all ages. I provide runs and walks for various dogs several days a week and house-sit on occasion during the summer. I also drop in to play with, feed, or entertain dogs whose families are away for long periods of time during the day. Because each pet is unique, I ensure clear communication of expectations from the pet's family prior to any walking or sitting. I always carefully monitor pets for signs of stress, discomfort, or injury and am prepared to take action in the event of emergencies. I maintain regular communication with pet families when they're out of town (send pictures and updates of their pets) and organize my weekly walking schedule frequently to ensure convenience for both me and the client. As someone with pets and a love for animals, I hold myself to a high standard to make sure every animal is comfortable and thriving with any walk, run, or visit.

“Alexandra was a great sitter for my 4mo puppy. She is a kind, detail-oriented, and carrying sitter. Our communication was timely and respectful. I’ll rebook her service for sure! And would recommend her to others.”

Mary C. G.

“She did an exceptional job taking care of our two dogs! She met with us to get instructions and expectations, asked very thorough questions we would never have thought about, and was very easy to communicate and work with. Her visits were on time, and were taken care of way above our expectations. We would absolutely recommend and hope to work with again.”

Joseph M.

“Jessie is wonderful to have as our pet sitter! She communicates well and was so great with Oslo. She is totally trustworthy and we will definitely be calling upon her again!”

cori t.

“Zoe is great! Our dog Jackson is high energy and can be difficult, but Zoe handles him confidently and with care. We feel comfortable going out of town knowing that Zoe will check on Jackson while we are away.”

Emily E.

About: When I was 9, I got my first dog, and that is how I started to be interested in being a vet and take care of dogs. I’m a UCD Animal Science student. My class schedule is not very busy other than Thursdays for this quarter, so I will be home most of the time other than that. I have 3 roommates (2 are also Animal Science students) who also loves animals and knows how to take care of them and have experiences with pets. There will usually be at least 1-2 person at home always. We have plenty of space for your pet to run around in the house, and a yard which we can be taking the dog out for potty breaks.

“Another fantastic job! Kelly even came super early in the morning even though she didn’t have to just because she cared enough about keeping the cats on their normal schedule! Thank you!”

Becki G.

“Jessica was absolutely amazing! My first time using Rover and she made the whole process go smoothly. She was communicative , on time and trustworthy. She took great care of my senior pug , making him feel comfortable and was attentive to his needs. Will definitely be using her again for dog sitting, Thanks Jessica for being you!”

Sergio T.

“Carmen was great! Prompt and communicative. I loved all the picture updates and she gave my animals lots of loving! Will def use her again if we go out of town ?”

Allison T.

“Wenchi did a great job walking Rio for the first time. He isn't used to strangers or being left alone for a long time. Wenchi was very patient and kind in coaxing him out of the house for his walk. I loved the communication with her and the photos which gave me assurance that he wasn't unusually stressed with this situation. I would definitely use her again to walk Rio.”

Kristine H.

“Megan was fantastic with my cat Norman. Norman is a diabetic cat who can be aggressive with strangers when they try to give insulin, so it's often tough to find sitters who can manage him. I was so happy with how patient and compassionate Megan was with him. She was extremely reliable and a great communicator, and was able to make sure he got his insulin on time everyday. I would really highly recommend Megan, you can definitely trust her to take great care of your pet!”

Julie B.

About: I’ve taken care of dog for with more than 5 years. I personally have two dogs in the house which are 10 lbs and 30 lbs, both are low to medium energy. I’ve successfully trained 3 puppies in the past 5 years and also fostered senior dogs before for a rescue. For safety reasons, all the dogs will be separated when I’m out, and basic training can be provided if owner requests. Walks twice a day, no dog park trips unless owner requests for safety precautions. No human aggression is allowed, any growling/nipping/snapping for no reasons is not acceptable. If your dog is being too stressed among other dogs, I have separate room to place him/her, and he/she will get quality along time with human every day. Pictures and videos will be send out about 5-10 times/day. I’m a recent graduate at UC Davis, and currently WFH all day. I will walk dogs twice a day and give them bathroom break at least 4-5 times every day. I have a fenced yard in the house. All the dogs will be separated when I’m not at home for safety purposes. Anyone being too stressed will have a separate room for resting.

“Su completed all daily tasks I requested perfectly and took a good care of my cats. My cats were happy, and I was satisfied to work with her!”

kyungyong s.

About: I have taken care of my family's pets over the years they are are away. I have volunteered at Homeward Bound Animal Rescue in the past that has given me the opportunity to walk and interact with animals. I am a retired veteran and UC Davis undergrad who has extensive time on his hands and able to check in on your pets the majority of time to include when students are out of session in the Winter and Summer breaks I have an attentive eye and demeanor to all types of pets who are in need of feeding, walking, brushing, loving and playing. My cat and I go outside for short walks. This is the type of trust that I have set up with animals.

“Dina was so kind and so great with my kitties! I felt so comfortable knowing she was watching them, and appreciated the pictures and updates. Thank you!”

Anahid A.

“Very punctual, attentive, kind, all the things. Because one of our three cats was undergoing a diet trial, the usual to-do list for our weekend away was a bit more complicated than average. She handled it just fine, no problems, and took some lovely pics to boot.”

Scott C.

“We were extremely happy with the time and care given to our cat!”

William D.

“Kate is reliable, communicates clearly, and is very patient with our shy dog. We look forward to Kate continuing to work with our pup. We would definitely recommend Kate.”

Ryan R.

About: I’ve always been an animal enthusiast growing up in the country I did whatever I could to be around animals constantly. In our home we had four dogs, two hamsters, a corn snake, a half-blind horse, countless hermit crabs, and a parakeet. There is truly no animal I don't love and won't do my best to care for. Growing up with these animals I've had the privilege to be there when they were puppies/kittens/babies all the way through the end of their life, so I have extensive experience with care in every life stage. I've carried that love and passion with me into adulthood. As an adult I've worked for a year as a kennel technician at a humane society enriching, socializing, training, and advocating for dogs, cats, and small animals. I also regularly volunteer time at humane societies when I can and regularly foster cats, to date I've successfully fostered over 10 cats who are now all in happy homes. Through fostering I've experienced some harder care cases. Including fostering 3 week old sick kittens requiring syringe feedings, multiple medications, and detailed weight tracking. I've also had the privilege of fostering a hospice case who required food, liquid, and medication administration through an e-tube along with extensive monitoring. No matter what kind of care your pet needs I will do my best to ensure they receive the love, respect, and attention they deserve. I look forward to helping you and your furry (and maybe scaly) family members! I'm avaliable for drop-ins, boarding, and walking M-F after 2:30 PM! I can also do breakfast drop-ins during the week between 5:00-5:30 AM, or earlier if need be. I'm open and available most weekends for all pet care, I keep my schedule updated 3 months out! If you want to book further than 3 months just send me a message and I'm happy to work with you! My top priority is making sure your pet feels comfortable and safe. Each visit, walk, or stay is individual and entirely customizable for your pet. To ensure your pet receives the best care I require an initial meet and greet, or phone call so we can discuss what the ideal care looks like. I prioritize customizable care, communication, and enrichment to make sure your pet has the best 'staycation' ever!

“Michelle is professional, reliable, and very quick to respond! She was able to help with an unpredictable schedule. Thank you! Our cats loved her! I will be reaching out to rebook next time we need help.”

Taylor C.