Yukie M.
Yukie M.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Cat Specialist
Cats are part of the family and I will care for your precious kitties as if they were my own. I’ve been caring for and living with cats since I was 12, including hyperactive kitties and senior cats with tricky meal schedules. As a guardian of two cats myself, I understand the worry of being away from them so I’ll do my best to alleviate your anxiety and take great care of your cats. I’m detail-oriented so you can trust that I will follow your instructions and show your cats the same love and care that you do. I am fluent in Japanese as well so if you would prefer to communicate in Japanese, please let me know. 日本語でのお問い合わせも大歓迎です。
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
When I visit, I make sure to be respectful of your home and adhere to your house rules, such as removing shoes, only going where necessary for care, and turning off lights when leaving. If you expect other visitors—including family members, friends, or house cleaners—please let me know in advance to avoid any surprises. To facilitate timely drop-in visits, please provide a reliable parking spot. If only paid parking is available, I will collect the receipt and request reimbursement at the end of the booking. Lastly, please ensure that all cat supplies, such as litter and food, are well-stocked.
Ratings and reviews
Responsible. Sweet. Humble. Communicative. Fabulous person. These are all qualities that Yukie has. If I already didn't have a regular pet caretaker through Rover, I would hire Yukie every time. She has definitely become our first backup in case our regular Rover person isn't available. Thank you Yukie for taking such good care of Dante for us, and for leaving the house immaculate. You get an A+ from us!
Yukie did a tremendous job of keeping our ancient feline happy and healthy. We worried that our kitty wouldn’t adjust well to a new sitter, but there was no issue at all! Will certainly rebook 😻
Yukie provided a lot of photos and notes about my cat. I'm really happy about her visit!
Yukie is always amazing and my kitties love her. They are so relaxed and happy to see her. It makes leaving them a lot less stressful for me!
Yukie is absolutely amazing! She sat my Xena May times for the past year or so, she always took great care of her and my home! my cat loves Yukie!! One of the most thoughtful and kind people I met. Thanks a ton Yukie!!!
Yukie went above and beyond to take great care of my cat while I was away
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Schedule
I can accommodate drop-ins 7 days a week, including national holidays, typically between 7am and 7pm. Since I often receive requests during breakfast and dinner hours, I might ask you to provide a range of time to better coordinate with other appointments. My service area is generally limited to homes within a 1.5-mile drive from Japantown San Jose. I may still be able to accommodate requests outside this area but an additional charge of $10 per visit will apply.
- CatsYukie can host up to 7 drop-ins per day
- I specialize in caring for cat-only households and would love to learn more about your feline friend. To ensure the best care, please let me know if your cat is an escape artist, has specific dislikes (such as petting or noise), requires a special diet or medication, has favorite toys, enjoys brushing and petting, or prefers solitude. Additionally, any insights about your cat’s previous experiences with sitters would be very helpful. I offer a complimentary 15-30 minute meet-and-greet session at your home before your first booking. This visit allows me to understand your cat’s needs better, collect keys, and make sure everyone feels comfortable while you’re away.