Cat Sitting Majors

“Samantha took good care of my two cats, one very fearful, and I came home to calm cats who looked very happy and content. Samantha took good care of my house and sent me pictures so I did not worry about my animals. I highly recommend her to care for your pets.”

Rita D.

“Yasmin did an incredible job with Doug and was very kind and responsive. We will definitely be having her back.”

Ryan H.

About: I’m a 22 year old college graduate looking to fulfill her hopes of pet setting once again! Being a full time student meant busy weeks, leaving no time for pet care. Something I actively did before transferring to UCSC. But with this newfound, post-graduate freedom, I’m eager to get back into the gig. Besides caring for my own kitties, I’ve worked with 7 clients over the past four years. All of which have been dog sitting gigs, with one job including an additional 3 cats (if that makes sense haha). And in my time as a sitter I’ve had four consistent clients. Additionally, I’m more than willing to sit for most dogs/ cats regardless of age, size, energy level, etc. It is my job (and such a privilege) to ensure their needs are met! Worth a mention - I’ve not had any experience in pet training, but I’m committed to being the best companion to the little loves! I can’t wait to connect with you and your fur-babies! I’m hoping to fill my week days (which are fairly open as of late) with pet care! Connecting with animals is truly such a rewarding job. Knowing I can make your life easier, and also that your pets are happy fills my heart with oodles of joy. My housing agreement unfortunately states that I can’t allow pets on to the premises. However, I’m extremely comfortable staying in/ visiting other spaces. Being respectful of your space is one of my top priorities.

About: I've cared for pets since I was 12. Growing up in a family with so many different critters has given me such a deep connection to caring for animals. I've cared for dogs, cats, reptiles, ferrets, and other rodents. I feel extremely confident in my animal care skills. I am currently not in school. I'll have a part-time job, so I will have plenty of time for pet care. Spending time with animals brings me so much joy! I am a very responsible individual. When in a client's home, I will respect it like my own. Getting to know how and what I need to do is very important to me and will be followed through.

“We have used Emily twice now and hopefully she’ll be available in the future. She house sat and took excellent care of our two kitties. She is extremely responsible and just a really nice person. Our cats appeared to be happy and very well taken care of.”

Ed C.

“Heather did a great job looking after my dog for a week long trip. My dog is older and required unique treatment which Heather was very supportive of. Highly recommended.”

Kevin H.

About: I took care of my pet cat for 15 years and have helped look after cats in my neighborhood since I was a little kid. I hope to one day have a kitty of my own again but in the meantime I promise to give your pets the quality care they deserve! I currently work part-time and go to college locally, so I have four days a week when I'm free to spend as much time with your pets as they need! I can definitely be flexible with scheduling, just send me the details :) I can put out food and water and clean litter boxes as well as basic grooming such as gentle brushing etc. If your cat has any specific dietary needs I can make sure those are accommodated as I take that seriously due to personal experience.

“Tyler was great with my cats while I was out of town and respectful of my home. Thank you! I would definitely book with him again.”

Luciana N.

“Isabella went above and beyond in her care for Petunia, and left the house in perfect condition! My cat was extremely content when I arrived home, as if I had never left. Can’t recommend Isabella enough. Very friendly and easy to communicate with as well!!”

Amelia C.

“Marley looked after our cats during an extended vacation and it was such a relief knowing they were in good hands and being checked on regularly by someone we trust.”

Amy S.

About: I have been pet sitting for the past 3 years using Trusted House sitters. But grew up with dogs, have lived with cats the last 10 years and love being around all types of animals! I have watched a variety of pet with a range of needs. I love learning about the unique personality each animal has! I work a completely remote job as designers from 7 am - 3 pm PST. During these times, I have sporadic meetings, but nothing that would take me away from watching your animal for over nights. I am a flexible and great at adapting to different schedules and routines. I am an active person so am able to go for walks, hikes or runs based on your dogs needs. I am a naturally tidy person and I will leave your home exactly in the state as when you left. I am available to watch any type of pet in your home! I only can accept dogs in my home. I live on farm with a fenced in yard but outside of that there’s a lot of space to roam. I live with 3 other roommates who are also animal lovers. We live with a cat but he is outside most of the day and feels quite indifferent about dogs.

About: I've had pets ever since I was born but really started caring for them when I was about 5 years old. We've had every kind of pet from bunnies, birds, dogs, cats, chickens, hamsters, gerbils, rats, mice, lizards, etc etc. I've been doing sits for trusted house sitters for about 5 years. As I traveled around the country. I have five star reviews from every client. I'm not doing trusted house sitters as much now that I'm stationary in Santa Cruz. Fairly new to Santa Cruz. Working a couple days a week at The Bagelry, trying to decide if Santa Cruz is the place for me to put down roots. I make sure to meet the pets beforehand if possible and get as much information as I can about their needs so that I can make sure they feel comfortable and safe with me there while their owners are out of town. I'm flexible with whether or not they want to sleep with me and how their walks are and they're different eating schedules, and habits.

“Vanessa is simply the best! We left our elderly cat, Maya, in Vanessa's care for 17 days, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. When Maya had an unexpected emergency requiring a vet visit and a prescription, Vanessa handled everything calmly and effortlessly, and we never had to worry. She kept us updated throughout our trip with videos and emails, so we always knew how Maya was doing. When we got home, our house was spotless, and Maya was happy and well cared for. Having someone this reliable, caring, and attentive made all the difference. We highly recommend Vanessa without hesitation and will absolutely be booking her again!”

Teresa L.

“Ulysses took care of my kitties for several days. When I got home they were calm and fed. I could tell that they had been well cared for. Everything looked great and he even took out the trash for pickup. I will use his services again.”

Jill D.

“Another terrific set of services from Denise while we were on vacation. All went well and smoothly. Denise sent us pics, which our other pet-sitter did not, and we enjoyed (and felt comforted) seeing that all was well while we were away. Thanks for your help, Denise!”

Renee G.

“She was wonderful with our sweet kitty!! And she left the house clean and tidy. We got excellent updates and had great communication. She’s a delight of a person.”

Sarah P.

About: Over 10 years of experience caring for dogs, cats and horses! Full-time animal care professional for 5 years. Responsible and reliable care to suit your pet’s individual needs. I am available for early morning drop-ins, as well as any kind of walking or care in the late afternoons and evenings, from 4pm to bedtime. I am available all day Sundays. I can provide a calm and attentive environment to care for your pet. Will maintain your pet’s routine and provide plenty of extra attention to ensure your pet’s well-being!

“Tillana stayed at our home for the last 3 weeks taking care of our 5 cats. We could not have been more happy - she was absolutely great!!! As soon as I met her it was very clear that she's an animal-lover, and our cats (some of whom can be a little, um, standoffish! :) ) all immediately warmed to her. She asked great questions before our trip to make sure she knew everyone's regimen and preferences. During the stay, Tillana really got to know each of my kitties' quirky personalities (!), and sent me LOTS of photos and updates! I never had a moment's concern about how they were all doing since they were so clearly in great hands. My kitties get wet food 3 times a day (and of course each one has his/her preferences), "tuna time" in the evening, and all except one (who is overweight and hence on a diet) get access to dry food at night - Tillana managed all this craziness really well! Two of the cats are on oral medications (one for IBD, one for dermatitis) and Tillana was great at administering pills and keeping a medication diary. In addition to caring for the cats, she kept the bird-feeder filled, watered the plants, put out the trash etc... so we came home to a lovely house filed with fat, happy cats =^..^=. I would highly recommend Tillana, and will definitely book her for our future travels!”

Jo M.

About: I grow up with dogs and pets in my home and animals have always been a big part of my life. Having had a senior dog myself has taught me a lot so I have a lot of experience administrating medications and routines. But also we now have a puppy that is full of energy and have a very different and varied personality and routine. I had the opportunity to work with all types of dogs and cats. From all ages and breeds. I’m a full time dog sitter and I love it. So when I have a booking and spend all of my time with them, walking, playing, training, napping, meals, etc. I love go take pictures and videos that I send my clients so they can see what I’m doing. I have a puppy of 6 months that it’s super sweet and loving. He will make sure your dog has an amazing play time with us. We live in front of a park that is perfect for walks and play time.

“Catherine is an absolute gem! She was incredibly nurturing and attentive to my cat, making sure all his needs—food, play, and hygiene—were met with care. She’s also highly organized and communicative, keeping the living space in order and providing regular updates about my pet. Knowing he was in such good hands gave me great peace of mind while I was away. I highly recommend working with her—you won’t regret it!”

Jacquelyn I.