Cat Sitting Madison Lake

“The communication was perfect. She followed all the directions we wrote out for her and made sure our kitty george was well taken care of! We have already rebooked!”

Makayla B.

“Sarah did everything that we requested be done. She spent time with our animals and made sure they had water and food. We will use her again. Thanks Sarah.”

John N.

“She did an amazing job watching our cat! She communicated well, was professional, and sent lots of pictures! She went above and beyond by cleaning up the bathroom/litter area when our cat got upset and made a mess. We were really nervous about leaving him alone for an extended period of time for the first time, but she did a great job and we were able to enjoy our vacation because of it!”

Rebecca M.

“Hannah was excellent yet again! She has always done such a great job with our animals. It great to know our pets are in such good hands when we are gone. Thanks Hannah!”

Kim s.

“Elise did a great job watching our two dogs! She loves animals and our dogs wore so well cared for and happy when we got back from our trip!! Will be booking again!”

Daniel r.

“I had a great experience with this pet sitter and would absolutely book with her again. She was incredibly detailed and meticulous in her notes, providing thorough daily updates (avg 60+ daily photos) that gave me real peace of mind while I was away. I always knew how my cats were doing, which made a huge difference. She was also very punctual and reliable--everything happened exactly as scheduled. Most importantly, it's clear she genuinely cares about the pets she looks after. My cats were comfortable, well cared for, and clearly received a lot of attention. Even after my 4 days away, my cats welcomed me back like I was only gone for work. If you want a reliable local sitter, highly recommend her to anyone looking.”

Seowon H.

“Wendy was great with our cats. She was consistent with her visits and updates. We loved the photos she sent. We could tell they had fun with here when we came home because one of them brought his wand to us to play with.”

Hannah L.

“Breanna is very kind and attentive! She sent pictures every time she stopped in and spent a good amount of time playing with and giving our cats attention. Would highly recommend her!”

Stella F.

“Did a great job with my cat!”

Allie T.

About: I have spent the past few summers doing overnight dog sitting in my hometown just about every weekend. I have been recommended and continue to get new jobs. I am a part time nursing student at Bethany Lutheran College so I have plenty of free time. I also serve in the army national Gaurd. I have now been dog walking and dog sitting for over 4 years in Mankato and absolutely love it. I would love for more opportunities. I am a part time student at Bethany Lutheran College and have classes in the morning so I have plenty of free time in the afternoon and overnight. I also get plenty of breaks between classes to check up. Over the past four summers of my dog sitting career I have had multiple clients that have me stay at their house over the weekends while they are gone. I love running and exercising so the animals are sure to stay active. I have not run into any problems in the years I have pet sit before.

About: I grew up surrounded by cats and love love love them. Years ago, I was the proud cat-parent to two sweet rescue tabbies, Cassius Clay and Joe Montana [Yes, we are sports fans!] Then my husband discovered his severe cat allergy, and we had to rehome them with a retired police officer. Because my household has to remain cat-free, I am looking to bring all that bottled-up feline affection to your furry family members instead! Currently, I pet-sit and drop in on cats for friends and neighbors in our area. Whether your cat needs active playtime, loves being brushed and rubbed, just wants someone around to cuddle with while you're away, or prefers to keep their distance, I treat every cat like my own. I'm excited to expand my circle and help more local families enjoy peace of mind knowing their cats are safe, well cared for, and with someone who gets cats and their unique personalities. While I work full time as a professor at Gustavus, much of my time is flexible and I plan to see cats I care for at least once a day. I can generally adjust to your needs and scheduling. Cats are best in their own space and environment. Your cats call the shots depending on their needs and personalities. If they like people and being held or groomed or playing, terrific! If they are more reserved and just want someone around and to make sure they have everything they need like a clean box and new food, terrific! In between? Great. Part of why cats are excellent is that they have such distinct personalities, and I adjust to those.

“Briana did a fantastic job of caring for our cats while we were away! She even came an extra day when our flight was cancelled. She she sent great photos and updates. I can always tell when we have a good cat sitter by the way my kitties act when we get home and they were very "chill" and relaxed. I hope to have her come again!”

Christina H.

“Our dogs were very happy while Harley looked after them.”

Heather B.

About: I have over 15 years of professional experience working with dogs. I manage a boarding and daycare facility, and am a certified trainer as well. I am a self employed, certified dog trainer who is looking to expand my clientelle and services offered. I have a very open and flexible schedule, weekends and evenings are okay with me! I will not be caring for any animals in my home so I do not disrupt my personal pets' lives, but I have extensive knowledge on safely handling dogs in any environment.

“Good communication, sent pictures and updates. House was just as we left it. Was great with our cat. Even helped us out on short notice. Would recommend.”

Sarah H.

“Addison did exactly what i needed her to. She took care of my dogs and was super flexible with my crazy work schedule. I could tell when i got home by how happy my dogs were that she treated them good! I recommend her to anyone looking to get their dogs cared for!”

levi t.

About: I treat my 2 dogs like children. Spoiled rotten. I enjoy animals more than I enjoy humans. Sorry, not sorry. My special skill is love lol I'm a travel nurse, working in different towns. Need more activities to do on my days off. I usually will have 3 days off. I have my dog with me and know how important he is. He is home. I prefer to go to the clients home and check on your dog and let him to go potty and or go on a walk.

“Sydney is just the best! Great communication, always on time, and most importantly our pups loved her 🐶❤️ Would absolutely recommend to anyone!”

Cameron R.

About: I have had all kinds of animals growing up, I love all animals and am great with any kind!! I can provide great care and comfort to your babies when you’re away :) I currently go to school and work part-time at caribou coffee and will be working at avera brady in the soon as well, I would stay at homes if requested. I check on the animals frequently and make sure they have both food and water. I also make sure they are well taken care of before bed.

About: I recently transitioned from my role as an outpatient therapist to explore roles that allow me to be more emotionally and physically present in my own life. Throughout my career, I've been known for my warmth, patience, reliability, and ability to build trust. These qualities that naturally extend to the way I care for animals. I grew up in a home that was never without a pet whether it was birds, dogs, cats, etc. I learned from an early age what it means to provide a safe, loving, and enriching environment for animals of all kinds. Today, my own little family includes Phoenix, my wise 12-year-old cat and queen of the house, Gibson, my affectionate Golden Retriever, and Maize, my endlessly curious 10-week-old black kitten. Caring for them is one of the greatest joys in my life. I love everything from long walks and cuddle sessions to finding new enrichment activities and making sure they feel safe, happy, and deeply loved. I'll care for your pets with the same attentiveness, patience, and genuine love that I give my own. I'd be honored to be a small part of helping your pets feel comfortable, cared for, and loved while you're away! I have recently decided to transition from my previous role as an outpatient therapist and have plenty of time for visits and walks sprinkled throughout the day. I am available M-F from 7:00 AM- 3:00 PM for drop-in visits/walks/etc. I currently live in a two-story home with my three pets Phoenix (12-year-old cat), Gibson (9-year-old Golden Retriever) and Maize (10-week-old kitten). Each of my pets have aspects of our home set up to meet their individual needs, whether that is areas to climb, separate spaces for their food/water, windows to see the world through and full access to all the cozy spots. I love taking slow walks with Gibson, and allow him time to sniff and snoof whatever he pleases along the way. However, the weather in Minnesota is not always friendly for walks during the day. On these days I will often create enrichment activities for Gibson such as peanut butter/water "pupsicles", hiding kibble around the living room for him to sniff and find, peanut butter bones (when we are at a happy weight) and just overall pets and snuggles. As for my cats - Phoenix enjoys quality time most of all - so I try to carve out special time for us to exist in the same space, with pets as she pleases. She also enjoys playing with her wand toys, catnip in her cat tree or snoozing in one of her many enclosed beds or window hammocks. My 10-week-old kitten's (Maize) care involves more consistent responsibilities throughout the day/week. I play with him for a short time before his meals, feed him, offer some alone time or more play (depending on his energy level) and typically put him in his safe room for some time after this to rest. I repeat this three times a day, with the night play session being longer and more energized. I scoop the litter box morning, afternoon and evening. There are many days I have to clean his bottom, paws or space due to a poop fiasco - I have gotten good at making this quick and painless. I also spend a lot of my time redirecting and teaching the lesson "Fingers are not toys" (if you've had/have a kitten you understand). Overall, I do my best to create a safe, healthy and predictable environment for my little housemates!