Shae J.
Shae J.
Prices include all fees.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Caring, Responsible Pet Sitters
Caring for animals has been a meaningful part of my life for many years, and I approach pet sitting with the same attentiveness and responsibility I would want for my own pets. I was a devoted dog owner for 14 years to my beloved beagle, caring for her through every stage of life — from daily exercise and enrichment to senior care and comfort. That experience shaped my understanding of how important patience, consistency, and emotional awareness are when looking after animals. I’m experienced with small dogs and cats and comfortable managing feeding routines, walks, playtime, administering basic care, and providing companionship so pets feel secure while their owners are away. I pay close attention to each pet’s personality and needs, whether they’re energetic and playful or more relaxed and independent. My goal is always to create a calm, safe environment where pets can stick to their routines and feel at ease. I’m reliable, detail-oriented, and communicative, and I treat every home with respect and care.
Cat care experience
Shae also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
I provide house sitting in your pet’s own home, where they can remain comfortable in familiar surroundings. I work from home, so I’m generally present and attentive throughout the day while still coming and going for errands and appointments. For overnight stays, I require a clean, sanitary, and reasonably tidy home with a comfortable sleeping space prepared before my arrival. This includes freshly laundered bed linens, clean towels, and access to a clean bathroom and functional kitchen. Essential utilities and appliances must be working, and doors, windows, fences, and gates must be secure. Housekeeping or preparing the home for my stay is not included in the pet-sitting service. Please disclose any household concerns, maintenance issues, indoor cameras, or areas that are off-limits before the booking. I also require an honest and complete description of each pet’s health, temperament, routines, training, and behaviour. Pets should be reasonably clean, and the home must be free from fleas, bedbugs, or other infestations. Any history of aggression, biting, resource guarding, escape behaviour, separation anxiety, or indoor accidents must be disclosed before I accept the booking. Clear care instructions, emergency contacts, adequate food and supplies, and current veterinary information must be provided. My goal is to give your pets calm, consistent care while treating your home responsibly and respectfully.
Ratings and reviews
Shae was an amazing and calm dog sitter. Our dog had never been left with anyone before and she was able to reassure Ollie a great deal. We came home to a relaxed, happy puppy. She went above and beyond taking care of Ollie and our home. We highly recommend Shae for any sitter needs and feel completely confident in doing so.
Amo had a wonderful stay with Shae! He was well cared for, comfortable, and clearly received lots of attention and affection. Communication was great, and it was reassuring knowing he was in such capable hands. I would happily trust them with Amo again and highly recommend them to other pet parents.
Shae has always been wonderful with our puppy Chloe playing with her and going on adventures. After each visit, Chloe comes back happy rested and loves to spend time there.
Shae cared for our two cats while we were away for 2 months, then later again for 5 days. We loved that she made sure to send us photos and updates regularly. They are very independant cats, but having her take care of them really put our minds at ease while we were travelling. Knowing they had everything they needed and were being looked after helped us be able to enjoy our time away. Shae is also very clean and helped out with other things that needed to be done. It was not expected but really nice. Shae has cared for our cats multiple times now and we always know they’re in good hands when she’s there ❤️
Shae and her husband are exactly the type of people that Rover was designed for. They are meticulously clean and organized, and always reliable. With the level of care they have both taken for their own pets and home, they carry that compassion and sincerity wherever they go. I always appreciate having them to take care of my most precious, beloved animals, and my home. I value their quiet and calm presence, and trust them both completely.
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Schedule
I work primarily from home on my laptop, so my schedule is flexible and I’m generally present for much of the day. This allows me to maintain your pet’s usual feeding, medication, walking, playtime, and bedtime routines while providing regular companionship. I do leave the home for errands, appointments, personal activities, and occasionally other scheduled pet-care visits. Before accepting a booking, I’ll confirm how long your pet can comfortably be left alone to ensure their needs are compatible with my schedule. My days are typically calm and structured, making my care especially suitable for pets that enjoy a relaxed environment and consistent routine. While I’m happy to accommodate reasonable care requirements, pets needing continuous supervision or who cannot be left alone should be discussed before booking.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsShae can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
- Before accepting a booking, I need a complete and honest understanding of your pet’s health, temperament, behaviour, and daily routine. Please disclose any history of aggression, biting, resource guarding, reactivity, escape attempts, separation anxiety, excessive barking, destructive behaviour, or indoor accidents—even if it happens only occasionally. I also need to know about medications, allergies, mobility limitations, medical conditions, feeding requirements, triggers, fears, and how your pet behaves around other animals and people. Pets must be reasonably clean and free from fleas or other contagious conditions at the beginning of the stay. Please let me know how long your pet can comfortably be left alone and whether they have any special nighttime needs. Accurate information helps me determine whether I’m the right fit and allows me to provide safe, consistent care without surprises.
Prices include all fees.