Pet Sitting Nauck

“Esther came by every Monday and Wednesday around 1 PM for 30-min drop-in visits to spend time with our two Labs, Bailey and Dakota. During each visit, she let them out in the backyard to potty, gave them their pre-prepped lunch, refilled their water bowls, and then stayed to be present with them petting, playing, and keeping them company. Because I’m in school and my parents come home later, we were very selective about choosing a sitter. We don’t like our dogs to be alone for more than 3-4 hours, and from the moment we met Esther, it was clear she was the right fit. Esther has a genuinely warm, affectionate energy with dogs that can’t be faked. When we first met her, her focus was immediately on the girls….touching them, playing with them, and engaging with them naturally. It never felt like “just a job.” She clearly loves being with the girls, and that showed from day one. She was always reliable and honest. Esther consistently showed up on time, and on the rare occasion traffic delayed her, she let me know immediately with an exact estimate then stayed the extra time to make up for it. She followed all instructions exactly as shown and prioritized the most important tasks like water, lunch, and potty breaks, which gave me tremendous peace of mind while I was away. Her honesty really stood out to me as well; she once took responsibility for a broken light bulb, even though I was fairly sure the girls had caused it while playing. Her willingness to take responsibility, even for something small, spoke volumes about her character and made me trust her even more. Esther was also excellent at respecting the girls’ boundaries and communicating clearly. She always checked in if something unusual came up and asked before taking action. For example, when Bailey tried to steal Dakota’s Kong, Esther asked if it was okay for Bailey to have it. When I said no, she calmly handled the situation, told Bailey to leave it, and removed the Kong, later explaining exactly what she did. That kind of attentiveness and follow-through mattered a lot to me. I noticed positive changes in the girls while Esther was caring for them, especially Bailey, who seemed calmer and less anxious. The girls clearly grew attached to her; on one day when I canceled a visit because I stayed home, they waited by the window around the usual time Esther would arrive, clearly expecting her. She also consistently sent photo updates and let me know how the visits went, flagging any issues rather than glossing over them. She was always responsive when I checked in. Esther was professional and respectful of our home, and she was also very understanding when plans changed. Even when I had to cancel a visit on short notice due to an unexpected vet appointment, she was gracious and kind, simply responding that it was no problem. I would absolutely rebook Esther and plan to do so next semester in January. I sincerely hope we fit into her schedule after winter break. She earned my complete trust, and I would confidently recommend her to anyone looking for a dependable, caring, and genuinely thoughtful dog sitter. Thank-you, Esther!”

STEPHANIE B.

“I would highly recommend Nicole for your pet sitting needs! She took great care of my cat while I was away and left detailed updates so I knew he was in good hands.”

Kelley K.

“Daniel was responsive, professional, and great with our dog who can be somewhat shy. He braved the triple digit temperatures to ensure she was getting out for bathroom breaks. Highly recommend!”

James P.

“We reached out to Tara again for a last minute drop in as we were at all day events this whole weekend. Tara was very flexible in checking in on our little guy we totally recommend!”

Andrew & Lynn T.

“Anna is so great with Rooster! She’s quick to respond and gives thorough updates.”

Amanda L.

“Ann was thorough and shared thoughtful updates during each of her visits with my kitty. She clearly loves animals which made me feel confident that Max was well cared for. Thanks Ann!”

Maggie S.

About: I have a special fondness for all types of animals. I have watched big dogs to little dogs and all types of cats. While watching your animal, I would make sure to treat them with the love and the care they so deserve. Your dog loves to go on walks, so do I! Your cat likes to sit and cuddle, so do I! I can promise that your animal will be safe and loved under my care. I personally was raised with 2 amazing dogs, a crazy turtle, and a fun-loving hedgehog in my household. I now currently live with a cat who loves to play so very much. I have a wide range of experience and would use my personal knowledge to take care of your pet in the best way possible. I work full time Monday through Friday. I am available all weekends and have lots more flexibility on Thursdays and Fridays as I telework those days. My times of availability Monday through Wednesday are 3:30-11:30 My times of availability Thursday through Friday 2:00-11:30 I also am available to house sit starting Wednesday afternoons as I telework Thursday and Friday and can work from any location. My weekends are 100% open and available for whatever time you need me. I will treat your animal with love and the upmost respect. Whatever rules and/or guidelines you set for me regarding your pet and household, I will follow to the very minute detail. I am all about treating those with respect and kindness and will follow those principles with your pet and with your home. If you leave your animal in my care, I can give you peace of mind that they will be adored and safe.

“Our second time having Erin check on our two cats was just as great as the first! She is truly wonderful, always communicative and sent lots of great photos. Our cats love her! Thank you, Erin!”

Madeleine T.

“Rachel was great with my cat! Felix has some special eating instructions and she made sure to follow them perfectly. Great communication, great updates and pics, and Felix loved her! Thanks, Rachel!”

Sarah W.

“Reliable and communicative. She provided regular updates and was thoughtful about checking in to confirm I’d returned home, in case she needed to extend care. She also let me know when the apartment felt too warm, which helped me manage the temperature remotely. Solid, dependable service.”

Kristen F.

“Shannon was an amazing choice for a puppy visit! She kindly took care of my high energy 10 week old puppy for 30 min when I had to go to the office. She was very responsive and followed all instructions. Wrigley was lucky to have her help!”

Ann D.

“Amanda was amazing! We needed a last minute check in on our rowdy dogs and she helped us out without complaint. They had been couped up all day and we're probably extra wild but she took great care of them and communicated with us along the way. Thank you, Amanda!”

Diana W.

“Orianne was great watching my two cats while I was gone for a week! She was able to do a meet and greet which was great. I got updates and photos from her daily. And they seemed totally normal and happy when I got home!”

Isabel G.

“This review is late but HIGHLY RECOMMEND Nani! We loved how she was able to tire out our highly energetic labradoodle. She kept up well informed throughout the entire visit via text and photos. We absolutely will rebook with Nani again.”

Chantel J.

“Ciara was great! We were gone for a couple of days and needed someone to check in on our cats. She was communicative and the cats were well taken care of while we were gone.”

Rachel D.

About: I’ve had pets all my life from dogs, cats, fish, and guinea pigs. I have experience with senior pets, giving medicine, changing pee pads, and any other care, your pet may need. I currently work a 9-5 with flexible hours that will allow me to visit your pet throughout the day and will be fully available on weekends. While visiting your home I can do whatever necessary to make your furry baby comfortable. I can stay for longer hours if needed and would be happy to play, feed and brush!

“Cindy took excellent care of our kitties and was so kind and understanding when I realized I had mixed up the dates requested. She took the time to get to know our cats names and they were in great hands with her!”

Krista T.

“Elizabeth did an amazing job taking care of our cats. She sent us multiple pictures every visit and gave us detailed descriptions.”

Kenji B.

About: I have experience caring for elder dogs with medical issues such as hearing loss, eyesight loss, seizures, and general elder issues. You can rest easy knowing I will take care of your dog as if they were my own! I'm available anytime any day! I can take your dog for a quick walk, a long adventure, or just hang out with them! I cater to the dogs needs, not my own. I will treat your dog as my own, giving them the love and respect they deserve. I also recognize it can be nerve-wracking to let a stranger into your house, I can assure you I will be respectful and follow all rules of your property. Do you have a strict no-shoe policy? No problem! Do you have a strict shoe-on policy? Also not a problem! I'm here for you and your fur-loved one!

“Karalynn is great! So sweet and very reliable. ”

Emily O.