Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Maple Wood, Madison, WI
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Top rated Maple Wood pet sitters
“Jen was phenomenal! She cared for Dexter like he was her own, she was punctual, sent lots of pictures and followed care instructions well. Should I need care in the future, she is someone I have come to trust both in my home and with my best friend.”
“Easy last minute booking, I literally had to worry about nothing. Many thanks!!”
“Tina was very communicative and thorough with her questions ahead of the visit to ensure she had everything needed day of without any uncertainties. She also met our dogs twice ahead of the visit for everyone's mutual benefit and comfort. Tina provided detailed notes of our dogs outings, feeding, and activities, along with photos of their time. I know our animals had a great visit with Tina and would recommend her to any perspective sitting needs.”
“Joan has been a sitter for us twice on very short notice and done a fabulous job! She takes great photos, super reliable and is very communicative in providing updates!”
About: I am a lifelong animal lover & care taker. I also own a small business making healthy pet treats, so your special fur face will be spoiled! I have experience with reactive dogs, behavioral problems, senior animals, medical issues, & a wide variety of species. I base my care around the animals needs, not my schedule. I am patient, steady, & calm. I have loads of engagement toys, puzzles & activities to keep your pet happy & stimulated. I have a very flexible schedule & work from home, so I can adjust around you & your pets' needs whether it's early morning, last minute, or before bed. I do not have a fenced yard, so I do not leave dogs outside at my home. I walk & take park trips multiple times a day. I have 3 dogs & a cat who are used to new friends visiting. I do not crate my dogs in my home, but am happy to in your home.
“Tara is wonderful! She did such a good job looking after my two kitties and sent sweet pictures of their play time. I will definitely use her serves again.”
“Maggie was fantastic! We loved the daily picture updates. She made it so easy and stress free to leave our 3 cats while we were away. Will definitely rebook when we have future needs”
“Grave was fantastic! She gave detailed updates, sent photos, and made the visits seem fun. I felt totally relaxed with her taking care of my cat, and he loved it! She went above and beyond and took care of everything, including medications for my cat. Very professional, highly recommend.”
“Steve was a wonderful cat sitter, I felt much better leaving on a trip knowing my cat has a buddy to play with. Great communication, will book again!”
“Stephanie checked on our dogs while we were away for a long day. She left a great recap of their time together and shared a few pics. Communicative and exactly what we needed when we were away the whole day!”
“Stacy was so helpful and responded quickly with our last minute request. She did a fantastic job taking care of our flock of backyard chickens and our blind cat, catering to special instructions and sending the best photos. We really appreciate her help!”
About: I have been helping care for dogs both personally and as a friend since middle school. I began walking my own dog for an allowance in elementary school and loved it so I began to walk dogs for neighbors and family friends in middle school. Since then I have continued to work with dogs helping friends and family complete basic training (Sit, Stay, Lay, Leave it) and continued to learn more about dog behavior, activity needs by breed and body language. When walking your dog you can expect a minimum of a 1 mile walk/at least 20 minutes of actual walking time (or less if requested due to animal's health and abilities). I will ensure your dog is able to take in the sights and smells along the way and is engaged mentally to get some energy out. I work from home and am pretty flexible around my workday meetings. I have regularly scheduled reoccurring meetings from 9-930 on Mondays and Wednesdays but am flexible otherwise. When caring for your pet in your home you are the boss. I will follow any rules, routines or boundaries expressed by you and agreed to by me. Additionally, I will be respectful of your pet and your space. This means monitoring and respecting their behaviors and body language, keeping a clean space in your home, cleaning any mess made by feeding your animal, and cleaning accidents they may have had if provided the needed tools and supplies. When walking your dog you can expect a minimum of a 1 mile walk/at least 20 minutes of actual walking time (or less if requested due to animal's health and abilities). I will ensure your dog is able to take in the sights and smells along the way and is engaged mentally to get some energy out.
About: I have experience taking care of a high medical needs cat. I also have experience with deaf and blind cats. I understand each pet is an individual and will adjust my care as I get to know them. Some pets love human interaction and others need their space. I’m absolutely ready to kiss and hug them or give them the distance they need to feel safe. Nothing like the smell of fresh litter in the morning! I am a cat mom to 2 playful, cuddly adopted babies. I recently became a volunteer at a cat shelter, which gives me so much purpose. I have a full time job Monday-Friday. I am looking to occasionally pet sit on weekends and early mornings on weekdays. Home is a sacred place. I will treat your pets and your space respectfully. I can send you all the photos you need to feel comfortable, or video call you. I am comfortable cleaning up after your pet, and giving them all the cuddles and words of affirmation they need while you are away.
About: Been a cat lover forever, pet sat my way through college. I'll do drop in visits, play with, and clean up after your pets, always happy to meet new fur babies. I'm working full time, but with a flexible schedule, so I can add stops to my routes as needed. Happy to discuss details in person, or over a call. I'm located around the capitol, and can always work something out to accommodate. I have two kitties that I love and dote on. My partner jokes that I take better care of them than I do for myself, but they deserve the effort. For stays with a single stop a day, I'll play with your pets, make sure they get their food, clean water, and clean litter.
“I am so incredibly grateful for Annmarie! When I returned home from my week-long trip, my cat seemed completely calm and content - none of the usual signs of stress and dysregulation that typically happen when I’m away. It was such a relief to see how comfortable and happy she was. My cat is very sensitive and generally doesn’t take well to strangers, but it’s clear that she took to Annmarie right away. The communication throughout my trip was excellent - I felt completely secure knowing my cat was in such capable, caring hands. Annmarie’s care was particularly excellent in every way. I couldn’t have asked for better pet sitting, and I would absolutely book with her again without hesitation. Highly recommend!”
About: I’ve grown up surrounded by animals. I’ve dog sat several times over the span of a decade. I’ve cared for dog breeds of all ages, sizes and personalities. Whether it was daily walks, overnight stays, and followed detailed care routines. I also love to stay active and will provide long walks in the neighborhood or local parks! As a college student, I have a flexible schedule that allows me to plan my classes and study time around pet care. Whether it’s starting with a morning walk or stopping by in the afternoon. Typically I am available Monday-Friday. In clients houses, I make it my top priority to care for your space, respect your pets as I would my own home. I stick closely to your pets usual routine for feeding, walks and playtime. And I’ll always keep you updated with photos or messages to see how they’re doing.
“I could not recommend Megan more! She is lovely, sends great updates, wonderfully silly and also genuinely great pictures, and, best of all, my cat warmed up to her in a way that she has not warmed up to anyone else! Overall, I have absolutely nothing negative to say and I am so grateful that Megan was so great with my cat!”
About: Hiya! ~ I’m Natalee. Nice to meet you! Im a proud dog/cat lover and have respect for animals of all sizes, shapes, and breeds! I spent my childhood caring for my neighbors dogs as well as the family pets. I’ve also cared for cats, Guinea pigs, snakes, and bearded dragons. In 2019, I adopted my three-legged rescue dog Link! Learning to care for an animal as an owner has taught me how to be a better human to myself and to others. I love living in pedestrian-friendly Madison. That means dogs everywhere! Anytime I see a dog out and about, it brings a smile to my face and brightens my day. I bring that same joy and care to every pup I meet, whether it's for a quick walk or quality playtime. You can count on me to treat your pet like family and make sure they have a fun, safe, and loving experience every time we're together. I’m currently working part-time on a flexible schedule. This means that I have plenty of time available to be there for your pet; even on short notice! Your pet's safety, comfort, and routine are my top priorities! I take all client instructions seriously—whether it's related to house rules, feeding, medication, or walking preferences. I'm committed to following your guidelines closely to ensure your home is well-kept after and that your pet feels secure and cared for. 💜
“Maggie has done such an incredible job with our Working-Line GSD and miniarure American-Eskimo. She's extremely thorough, kind, and communicative. I'm so grateful to have found a sitter who is this dog-literate; our little one is a sensitive rescue and took to Maggie within minutes- faster than I've seen her take to anyone else in the past. I would definitely recommend Maggie to anyone and everyone. Thank you so much, Maggie, for your hard work and dedication to make sure the pups get all the care they need during the day! Our whole family could not be happier with your services!”
“Becky came to check on our little dog and took her for two walks. We appreciate how quick and responsive she is, and she took great care of our puppy. Thank you Becky! We hope to be repeat clients!!!”
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Jen D.Star Sitter
“Jen was phenomenal! She cared for Dexter like he was her own, she was punctual, sent lots of pictures and followed care instructions well. Should I need care in the future, she is someone I have come to trust both in my home and with my best friend.”
Zachary N.
“Easy last minute booking, I literally had to worry about nothing. Many thanks!!”
Tina K.
Star Sitter
“Tina was very communicative and thorough with her questions ahead of the visit to ensure she had everything needed day of without any uncertainties. She also met our dogs twice ahead of the visit for everyone's mutual benefit and comfort. Tina provided detailed notes of our dogs outings, feeding, and activities, along with photos of their time. I know our animals had a great visit with Tina and would recommend her to any perspective sitting needs.”
Joan F.Star Sitter
“Joan has been a sitter for us twice on very short notice and done a fabulous job! She takes great photos, super reliable and is very communicative in providing updates!”
Laura S.Star Sitter
“Laura truly cared for my two dogs like they were her own. She was very attentive to their individual needs and quirks and went out of her way to make them feel comfortable with her. My one dog, Freddie, is fearful of new people and was initially skeptical of Laura. By the end of the week, she was easily his favorite human! It is a huge relief knowing your critters are well taken care of and well loved when you're away. She sent us regular photos and updates and was wonderful all around. Highly recommend!”
Tara N.Star Sitter
“Tara is wonderful! She did such a good job looking after my two kitties and sent sweet pictures of their play time. I will definitely use her serves again.”
Maggie P.Star Sitter
“Maggie was fantastic! We loved the daily picture updates. She made it so easy and stress free to leave our 3 cats while we were away. Will definitely rebook when we have future needs”
Grace N.
“Grave was fantastic! She gave detailed updates, sent photos, and made the visits seem fun. I felt totally relaxed with her taking care of my cat, and he loved it! She went above and beyond and took care of everything, including medications for my cat. Very professional, highly recommend.”
Steve J.Star Sitter
“Steve was a wonderful cat sitter, I felt much better leaving on a trip knowing my cat has a buddy to play with. Great communication, will book again!”
Stephanie H.Star Sitter
“Stephanie checked on our dogs while we were away for a long day. She left a great recap of their time together and shared a few pics. Communicative and exactly what we needed when we were away the whole day!”
Stacy S.
“Stacy was so helpful and responded quickly with our last minute request. She did a fantastic job taking care of our flock of backyard chickens and our blind cat, catering to special instructions and sending the best photos. We really appreciate her help!”
TAYLOR P.
“I HIGHLY recommend Taylor as a dog walker!! She's consistently reliable, responsible and the most loving dog caregiver! I feel confident that my fur baby is always in good hands with Taylor:)”
Vanessa U.
“Vanessa is great with pets! She's a cat mom, with a dog mom heart. Our dogs, Pinky and Livi, can be shy around other humans, but Vanessa's warm and kind demeanor quickly melted that away. Now they run in excitement when they see her. She also help take care of our cat Cleo when we were away on a trip. Cleo is blind and elderly, so the extra effort and TLC Vanessa gave her was very appreciated!”
Nasimul R.
“Nasimul was attentive, caring and playful to our fur babies. If you need someone that can take last minute calls, Nasimul is the person to get in contact with. Thanks again!!”
Annmarie S.Star Sitter
“I am so incredibly grateful for Annmarie! When I returned home from my week-long trip, my cat seemed completely calm and content - none of the usual signs of stress and dysregulation that typically happen when I’m away. It was such a relief to see how comfortable and happy she was. My cat is very sensitive and generally doesn’t take well to strangers, but it’s clear that she took to Annmarie right away. The communication throughout my trip was excellent - I felt completely secure knowing my cat was in such capable, caring hands. Annmarie’s care was particularly excellent in every way. I couldn’t have asked for better pet sitting, and I would absolutely book with her again without hesitation. Highly recommend!”
Samantha M.
“Samantha is truly the best! She’s dog sat for all 3 of my dogs (which can definitely be a lot because they’re so energetic lol) and did wonderful doing so! She provided both house sitting and walks. She even fed them the exact amount I asked! Please don’t even think twice when considering her to dog sit! I can’t say enough for how wonderful she is!”
Megan T.Star Sitter
“I could not recommend Megan more! She is lovely, sends great updates, wonderfully silly and also genuinely great pictures, and, best of all, my cat warmed up to her in a way that she has not warmed up to anyone else! Overall, I have absolutely nothing negative to say and I am so grateful that Megan was so great with my cat!”
Natalee Y.
“Natalee understands the needs of animals and cares for them with empathy and attentiveness. She knows how to balance affection and enrichment with safety and chores. She readily extends the love and patience she has for her three legged rescue dog, Link, to all other animals, especially those with trauma or anxiety.”
Anna S.Star Sitter
“Maggie has done such an incredible job with our Working-Line GSD and miniarure American-Eskimo. She's extremely thorough, kind, and communicative. I'm so grateful to have found a sitter who is this dog-literate; our little one is a sensitive rescue and took to Maggie within minutes- faster than I've seen her take to anyone else in the past. I would definitely recommend Maggie to anyone and everyone. Thank you so much, Maggie, for your hard work and dedication to make sure the pups get all the care they need during the day! Our whole family could not be happier with your services!”
Becky S.
“Becky came to check on our little dog and took her for two walks. We appreciate how quick and responsive she is, and she took great care of our puppy. Thank you Becky! We hope to be repeat clients!!!”
Maple Wood pet parents share their Rover experiences
Katie really helped us out and was super flexible. Our vacation wouldn’t have been so wonderful without her help. We love the pictures of our dogs in their walks. They look so happy!
Thank you for all the attention to detail, great communication and excellent care you provided for our cat when we had to leave town unexpectedly.
Bailey takes such great care of our girlie when we’re out. She’s reliable, communicative & so sweet to our girl. Charlie had some stomach upset while we were away & Bailey went above & beyond to take care of Charlie while she wasn’t feeling well, problem solving with us & even cleaning up after her. Truly cannot thank you enough Bailey! Knowing you’re with Charlie is the ultimate peace of mind!
my cat loved hanging out with Hannah :) the pictures she sent were so cute and she really went out of her way to find out what he likes to play with! definitely hope to book again in the future
We used Wing to watch our 2 cats for almost 2 weeks. She sent great pictures and send detailed updates daily. Would definitely book again! Thanks so much!
Stacy is the best! I know Chico is on the very best hands with her. And she takes some great photos! We’re so happy we found her ❤️❤️
Emily was so great with my dog! She was timely and sent me tons of pictures of him. I’ll definitely be rebooking with her 😊
Nina did an excellent job caring for our cats and fish while we were out of town. She was on top of feeding and medication schedules, kept the litter boxes tidy, and the water dishes were all full when we got home. I usually have to do a bit of damage control after a long trip because the pet sitter doesn’t keep up with all the various needs, but I am super impressed with Nina’s work—as far as my pets go, it’s like we weren’t gone at all.
Great sitter. Took care of my meowsies for a month and we will dearly miss her organized management of my pets.
Tina was very communicative and thorough with her questions ahead of the visit to ensure she had everything needed day of without any uncertainties. She also met our dogs twice ahead of the visit for everyone's mutual benefit and comfort. Tina provided detailed notes of our dogs outings, feeding, and activities, along with photos of their time. I know our animals had a great visit with Tina and would recommend her to any perspective sitting needs.
This is our second time working with Alana and loved her help with our cat. She is fantastic and look forward to working with her again.
I was so glad I had Maddie watching my cats while I was gone. She kept me updated with photos and any other little info that she thought would be helpful for me to know while I was gone. It put me at ease to know my cats had her checking on them consistently and showing them love.
Brittany has been fantastic! She's communicative, reliable, and truly cares about the dogs. She took the time to meet with us beforehand, which gave us great peace of mind. We felt totally comfortable knowing our pups were in good hands. Highly recommend!
Robert was fantastic! He followed all instructions perfectly, communicated clearly, and took great care of my dog while I was out of town.
Anna is always a lovely sitter! It’s to the point where whenever she picks up the key our cats get excited for us to leave. So kind, reliable, timely, always sends great pictures, and the cats have an amazing time!
Sarah is fantastic in caring for our cat! She is very attentive to our instruction and always updates and sends photos. Our cat has warmed right up to her and Sarah gives her lots of snuggles and play time!
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