Erin B.
Erin B.
Contact for House Sitting
from $65 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Calm, Reliable Care in Your Home
While traveling, I completed approximately 20 house and pet sits through TrustedHousesitters, including several repeat sits. Now that I’m spending more time at home in Chattanooga, I’m bringing that experience to local pet owners through Rover. I also had a high-energy Springer Spaniel of my own, so I understand both the daily needs of an active dog and how much trust it takes to leave a beloved companion in someone else’s care. To me, excellent pet sitting is about more than feeding and walks—it’s noticing the little things, respecting each pet’s routine, communicating consistently, and helping them feel safe and comfortable while their person is away. I’ve cared for dogs and cats with a range of personalities, from affectionate and easygoing pets to more apprehensive dogs who needed patience and careful handling. I ask thoughtful questions about each animal’s temperament, routines, walking needs, triggers, and boundaries so I can care for them as individuals. I’m also comfortable administering straightforward medications, including pills for dogs and cats. Past pet owners consistently mention my reliability, communication, cleanliness, and the happy pets they return home to. I send regular photos or videos, keep owners informed if anything unusual arises, and use good judgment when handling minor issues. As a homeowner and short-term-rental host myself, I also understand the responsibility involved in caring for someone’s property. I keep the home tidy, care for plants and other agreed-upon household needs, and aim to leave everything at least as well as I found it. In addition to dogs and cats, I have cared for chickens, a rabbit, and a parrot. I have an active but flexible schedule and am best suited to pets who are comfortable being left alone for ordinary stretches during the day. Depending on the season and my schedule, I may occasionally be away for up to 6–8 hours. I’ll always discuss your pet’s normal routine and maximum comfortable alone time before accepting a booking. Pets requiring frequent daytime attention or near-constant supervision may sometimes be accommodated through a customized care arrangement. I currently offer overnight care exclusively in the pet’s own home, allowing your animals to remain in the familiar environment where they feel safest. For first-time clients, I prefer an in-home meet-and-greet before confirming the booking. This gives me an opportunity to meet your pets, understand their routine, and make sure the arrangement feels comfortable for everyone. My goal is simple: for you to travel with peace of mind and return to relaxed, well-cared-for pets and a clean, peaceful home.
Cat care experience
Erin also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
At this time, I offer care exclusively in the pet parent’s home, where pets can remain in familiar surroundings and follow their normal routines. I carefully follow instructions regarding feeding, walks, medication, doors and gates, outdoor access, and any household-specific safety concerns. Because I will be living and sleeping in the home, I accept bookings in reasonably clean, safe, non-smoking homes with functioning utilities and a comfortable sleeping space. Your home certainly does not need to be spotless, but it should be generally tidy and free from excessive clutter or conditions that would make an overnight stay uncomfortable or unsafe.
Ratings and reviews
Erin is every pet owner's dream come true. I can't think of anything she could have done better. I returned to a clean, tidy home and four happy, well-cared-for kitties. She kept in touch with reports and videos and about minor issues that came up (not her fault) -- to which she responded with ideal solutions. The videos reflected how well she interacted with all four cats. Her pre-sit communication was also ideal. I recommend her and would have her back with no hesitation. That said, make sure your house is in perfect condition, or she will ding you when she reviews you. I've had about 25 long-term sitters over the past 20 years, and Erin is the only one to complain about "cleanliness." I sensed she was rather picky when she and I first spoke, which is normally a good trait. Still, in addition to my usual cleaner, I had an expert Airbnb cleaning service come in to do an especially deep clean. That was not enough for Erin, who wrote, "It wasn't the cleanest house I've ever seen." She complained, for example, about having to clean the bottom of the tub—which had just been acid-cleaned—and about replacing light bulbs. I hope her review won't keep other sitters from staying in my home.
It was wonderful having Erin as a pet sitter. From when we first met her via zoom, we felt confident that she would take great care of our home and our foster dogs. She proved herself reliable, trustworthy, extremely competent, and a very nice person. So we invited her back for subsequent sits. On the most recent sit she did have a challenging time with our two new foster dogs, who were very apprehensive about strangers in "their" home. But Erin managed their issues despite the challenges, and communicated well with us, and we certainly were not worried about the dogs' overall well-being. We would be happy to have her back anytime.
Erin is great. She has stayed at our house and watched Maggie three times. She loves dogs and takes her hiking and for walks. She sends us updates and photos and they have a good time together. Erin also maintains the plants and leaves the house in tip top shape. We highly recommend Erin. A++
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Schedule
I have a flexible schedule rather than a traditional set workday. I do much of my work from my laptop and otherwise divide my time among the gym, managing my nearby Airbnb, and rock climbing. On Airbnb turnover days, I may be cleaning between approximately 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. My outdoor climbing schedule varies by season: at certain times of year I may climb three or four days per week, while at other times I stay closer to town, take shorter outings, focus on indoor training, or climb very little. Before accepting any booking, I consider the pet’s routine, how long they can comfortably be left alone, my expected schedule, and the travel time involved in my plans. If I cannot reliably meet your pet’s needs, I simply won’t accept the booking. Once I commit to a sit, you can feel confident that I’ve made sure their required care fits my schedule.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsDogs over 1 year oldErin can host up to 1 pet per night
- I would like to know about any particular behaviors for your pets - how are they with other pets (such as when out on walks), what commands do they know, how long are they able to be left alone at the house.