Cat Sitting McGillstown

“Jessica was a fantastic sitter. She took great care of my 8 month old kitten. She gave me updates with lots of pictures after every visit. And perhaps the best review came from my kitten who ran around the house looking for Jessica when I got home.”

John A.

About: For 8 years, neighbors, friends, and co-workers have relied on my dog-sitting, cat-sitting, and house-sitting services. I have worked with pets of all sizes, ages, and breeds. I don’t mind working with newly-trained pets, and I am especially skilled at finding creative ways to make sure older pets take their medicine! I have been an animal-lover at heart for my entire life, and I would jump at the opportunity to meet a new furry friend! I am currently working a full-time job in Reading, and I come home every day to our Bernadoodle, 2 cats, and our ferret! I take our dog on routine walks, and always ensure our cats and ferret are taken care of and have entertainment while I’m away. I will be sure to do the same for your furry friends as well! While pet sitting at a clients home, I will always go above and beyond what is asked of me. I will take care of feeding and walking, in addition to making sure that the pet’s energetic and social needs are met as well. I understand that leaving your pets, whether for a few hours or an entire week can be extremely stressful, so I try to ease that stress as much as possible by providing as many updates and pictures as I can!

“This was our first time using Rover, and Fran really eased our minds. She came for a meet and greet prior to our vacation, and we immediately knew our 3 cats would be extremely well cared for in our absence. She texted us with questions, updates, and pics. She followed our instructions for medication, special diets, and timed-feedings. She is a super nice person, and will take care of your pets as her own. We definitely recommend her services and plan on requesting her again the next time we go away.”

Valerie A.

About: I’ve owned dogs, cats, and horses my entire life. I’ve been dog sitting for others for 7 years. I’ve owned dogs with behavioral issues from resource guarding to fear reactivity towards other people and animals and medical needs like Degenerative Myelopathy, ACL tears, dental disease, and an enlarged heart requiring specialized attention and care. I am a lead volunteer trainer of new volunteer dog handlers at the Harrisburg Humane Society. When I’m not training new volunteers, I handle dogs of all ages, sizes, breeds, behavioral, and medical needs. I’ve taken dogs to off site events for exposure and I’m an adoption counselor helping pair families with the right dog for their home. I have worked with rescue and foster dogs. I will make sure that your dog’s needs are met and will meet them at their level while helping them grow. I will work on patience and consistency, and I will even work on commands with them. I have experience walking multiple dogs at once as well. Your dog’s needs will be met and they will be just as loved and happy until you get home to them! I am currently a high school English teacher and pursuing my Masters in Business Administration and Strategic Leadership while also running volunteer trainings at the Humane Society of Harrisburg weekly. I love working with people and animals while educating both and this allows me the flexibility to do what I love. From the end of August-middle of June I primarily have hours after 4 and through the evening during the week. While I am on breaks throughout the year and during summer, my availability is open during the mornings and daytime as well. I can be flexible on weekends depending on the time and day! I will meet every need you have for your dog or cat. I am reliable, patient, and consistent. I can work on things your pet is struggling with like impulse control, commands, leash walking, etc. I am comfortable crating and separating pets as needed. If your dog has reactivity with new people or other animals - I have an extra soft spot for them as my own pets have struggled with that. I will do slow introductions to make sure your pet is building a relationship with me that is safe and comfortable at their pace. Consistency, patience, and structure is key. I can provide a mix of walks and play time as well as enrichment if the weather is bad. I do not mind the weather changes or daylight changes as their needs come first. Even if your dog wants a quick walk and cuddle time, we will do what they need. I will also communicate with you each time by sending a detailed pet update or report card so you know how they are doing.

“Easy to work with. Had patience with an anxious pupper. Prompt and professional.”

Jena M.

“Super nice and friendly, great communication”

Eva J.

About: I've been a pet owner almost my entire life. I've cared for hamsters, cats, and dogs primarily. I have a certificate from Animal Behavior College in basic dog training and care, along with experience working with shelter dogs. I look forward to caring for your pet. I would love to be able to care for pets full time. I am currently available for scheduled dog walks and/or dog/cat drop-ins most times during the week and on weekends. I promise to treat your pet with the utmost care and respect with safety as a top priority. Feel free to speak with me about any of your concerns.

“Stevy was great watching my cat for the week! She is very quick to respond, great with directions, and most importantly she was great with my cat!”

Katia R.

“Emma was AMAZING! Our cats loved her. She was quick to respond, punctual, always updating us and made sure our kitties were loved and taken care of. 10/10 would recommend and will be booking her again in the future.”

Rachel E.

“Both of my cats have their quirks and health needs, but Dani was able to ease my worries about leaving them in her care. She was great with communication at each visit and didn't hesitate to reach out with anything to make sure my boys got what they needed while I was away. I came home to safe, happy cats and I would definitely have her check in on them again in the future!”

Eryn B.

“Ashlyn was able to take care of Ren on short notice and took such great care of her!!”

Jeremy A.

About: My name is Hunter and my wife’s name is Hope, I am 25 and she is 24. We absolutely love animals. We both have several cats and dogs of our own. I’ve grown up in a family that have had lots of pets as well. I’ve been dog/ cat sitting for about 4 years now and I really enjoy doing it as a side hustle. I am able to give meditation and take your dogs for walks as requested by owners. I work a full time job during the week from 6am-2pm during the week. I have off on Thursdays and the weekends which I can be at your house anytime before or after then. I am able to do two drop in visits per day. I always make sure nothing is left out or down that pets can accidentally get ahold of. I also always supervise pets whether they are in the house or out in the yard.

About: I have helped raise pets with my family for most of my life, taking on more responsibility as I got older. I have helped family members take care of their dogs when they are away, taking them on walks and making sure they are fed on their regular schedule. I make sure that they get enough exercise to be tired out, but not exhausted. My family mostly had cats, and I have learned to interact with them on their terms, following their lead for the toys they want to play with, the treats they like, when they are fed, and how much and when they would like affection. While my availability is limited to after typical work hours on weekdays, due to my regular job, I have almost full availability on Saturday and am available Sunday afternoon. Please note that I cannot use my phone from 7:40 to 3 on weekdays, except from 11:00 - 11:44 and 12:40 - 1:20. I will get back to you as promptly as possible. I make sure that my cat is fed daily, monitoring her feeder and water fountain to make sure they are full and clean. Kitty litter is emptied once per week and scooped about every other day, since she has 2 boxes. The doors are always closed in my house and I would make sure they are closed in my client's house as well. When watching amily dogs, they are never off-leash unless it is in an enclosed area. Occasionally in my house, I have the interior door open, but the screen door closed, so my cat can experience the outside safely. I make sure any string based toys or any choking hazards are up out of the way, so my cat and client's pets can't get tangled up in them.

About: I’ve always loved animals and have experience caring for dogs, cats, and other pets for family and friends. I’m dependable, patient, and attentive to each pet’s needs, whether that’s feeding, walking, playtime, or just giving them comfort and companionship. I treat every pet like family and make sure they feel safe, loved, and well cared for while you’re away. My schedule is flexible, which allows me to give pets plenty of attention and care throughout the day. I’m available for drop-in visits, overnight stays, and weekend care. I enjoy spending quality time with cats and making sure they stay comfortable, relaxed, and well cared for while their owners are away. I always make sure pets are cared for in a safe, calm, and loving environment. I pay close attention to each cat’s routine, feeding schedule, and comfort level to help them feel secure and stress-free. I’m dependable, patient, and committed to treating every pet like family while keeping their space clean, safe, and comfortable.