House Sitting Papaikou

“Wow, Cathy went above and beyond. We were in need of a last minute sitter for our dog, cat and bunnies and even though she lives about an hour and a half drive away and we hadn’t had the time for a meet and greet, she was able to help us out! House was left cleaner than when we left. Dog was actually bathed! Even though we didn’t say she’d have to do anything for the bunnies since it was just one night, she cared for them too. It’s obvious she’s an animal lover and really “gets” animals. We’ll definitely be calling her again when we go out of town! Our first time using rover.com, and we are so happy for this option.”

Lauran C.

About: I’ve been doing a pet sitting for over three years, and this is now my third summer providing pet sitting in Hawaii. During this time, I’ve looked after cats and dogs with different personalities, routines, and needs, always making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their owners are away. Animals have always been a part of my life. I grew up with both cats and dogs, so caring for them comes naturally to me. I’m definitely both a cat and a dog person, and I enjoy getting to know each pet’s unique personality. I also volunteered at an animal shelter, where I helped care for many animals and learned to be patient, attentive, and compassionate. Whether your pet loves to play, cuddle, or simply have a calm companion nearby, I’m happy to adapt to what makes them feel happiest. I treat every pet as if they were my own and always strive to create a calm, safe, and loving environment while you’re away. I work remotely, which gives me a flexible schedule and allows me to spend plenty of time with the pets in my care. Most of my work is done from home, so your pet will rarely be left alone for long periods. Outside of work, I enjoy being active and spending time outdoors, so I’m always happy to take dogs on walks, play with them, or simply keep them company. I also offer drop-in visits and house sitting, and I always do my best to maintain your pet’s usual routine so they feel comfortable and secure while you’re away. My schedule allows me to provide lots of attention, companionship, and loving care throughout the day. I currently provide pet care in my clients’ homes, where pets can stay comfortable in their familiar environment and keep their usual routine. I carefully follow each owner’s instructions, including feeding schedules, walks, playtime, medications (if needed), and any special routines. I make sure pets receive plenty of attention, affection, and exercise while also respecting their individual personalities and boundaries. I also keep owners updated with regular messages and photos, so they can feel confident and connected while they’re away. My goal is for both you and your pet to feel relaxed, safe, and well cared for.

About: I have been hired to take care of dogs and other animals since I was ten years old. I’m very intuitive and observant about what the pet needs. I’ve done everything from train puppies to rescue old dogs. I’ve even had clients requesting me to fly to a different state to care for their dogs while they’re away. I always forget to take photos when I sit for pets so my bio photos are just the times I specifically asked to be photographed because the job was truly one of a kind. I work from home giving me a flexible schedule and allowing me to be extra attentive to your fur baby’s need. However, I’m also very active and adventurous, giving them the perfect balance of play and home time. Your home, your rules. I would love to learn the specific ways that you train or keep your pet and make sure that nothing falls short during my time there.

“We trust our dogs and home with him completely!! Now having watched our dogs a number of times, they jump up to greet him and are so happy. We especially love that he keeps our house looking tidy and gives the dogs lots of playtime outside. Will use again and again!”

Aislinn H.

About: I have around 10 years of personal experience caring for pets and understand the responsibility that comes with keeping them safe, comfortable, and happy. While I’m new to professional pet care through Rover, I’m dependable, patient, attentive, and genuinely enjoy spending time with animals. I’m happy to help with walks, feeding, playtime, check-ins, and companionship. I’ll carefully follow your pet’s routines, instructions, and provide photo updates during visits when requested. I’ll keep you updated on how each visit went, with relevant care details and anything notable I observe documented in the Notes section of the Rover app. If anything comes up that needs your immediate attention, I’ll reach out to you directly. And as a photographer, if you’d ever like something beyond the regular Rover photo updates, high-quality portraits of your furry family members are also available separately, when safety and time allow. I have a flexible schedule and can accommodate morning, afternoon, and evening visits throughout the week. I’m available for dog walks and drop-in visits, including recurring weekly care. I’ll work with you to understand your pet’s normal routine and do my best to keep their schedule consistent while they’re in my care. Meet & Greet Required: I require a meet & greet before the first service whenever possible. This allows me to meet your pet, learn their routine and behavior, review care instructions, identify any safety concerns, and make sure I’m a good fit for your pet’s individual needs. It also gives your pet a chance to become comfortable with me before their first visit. Your pet’s safety and comfort are my priorities. I’ll carefully follow your instructions regarding feeding, walks, routines, and any special needs while caring for your pet in their familiar environment. I also take care to secure doors, gates, leashes, and your home whenever arriving or leaving. For dog walks and outdoor bathroom breaks, I require dogs to have both a properly fitted harness and collar. Both must be secure and in good condition, with no significant wear, fraying, damage, or weakened hardware. For added security, especially for escape artists and strong pullers, I use a safety clip that connects the leash to the collar, creating a secondary attachment point in case the harness slips or fails. The clip is designed not to interfere with your dog’s comfort or normal movement. Safety & Emergency Care: I am currently not trained in veterinary or animal emergencies. If an emergency occurs, I will follow Rover’s emergency protocol, contact the owner/Rover Support, and respond to the best of my ability. I cannot guarantee against accidents, illness, escape, injury, or other circumstances outside of my reasonable control. By booking, you acknowledge and accept these terms.

“Daisy did an excellent work house and pet sitting. My dogs absolutely love her. She is neat as a pin and is excellent in giving me updates. I’m going on another trip soon and have already booked Daisy. I rest easy knowing Daisy is taking care of my dogs!”

Robert S.

About: I’m a calm, attentive pet sitter who genuinely enjoys getting to know each dog’s personality and quirks. I’ve mostly cared for dogs through house sitting for friends, and I really enjoy being part of their little world while their people are away. I’m comfortable with the everyday things that keep a dog happy and settled—feeding, walks, playtime, cuddles, keeping to their usual routine, and making sure they’re doing well. I’ve also cared for dogs who needed minor wound care, following their owner’s instructions carefully. I tend to be especially good with dogs who appreciate a calm, patient person around. Some want lots of attention and play; some want to follow you from room to room; some are perfectly happy to sleep nearby while you quietly do your thing. I’m happy to meet them where they are. 😊 Since I’m house sitting, I also like giving dogs the comfort of staying in their own familiar environment rather than having their whole routine turned upside down. I’ll keep things clean, follow their normal schedule, and send you photos and updates so you don’t have to wonder what your little creature is up to while you’re away. I currently welcome **small-to-medium-sized dogs** and offer **house sitting only**. I currently work part-time 4 days a week, with 2 of those days being remote, which gives me flexibility and allows me to spend meaningful time with the pets I care for. I offer house sitting care and try to maintain a calm, consistent routine so pets feel comfortable and settled in their own home. I offer house sitting for cat and dog owners and focus on keeping pets comfortable in their normal home environment and routine. I follow feeding schedules carefully, refresh water regularly, and pay attention to behavior, appetite, energy levels, and signs of stress or discomfort. I spend real quality time with the pets I care for — whether that means interactive play, cuddling, brushing, companionship, or simply giving them calm presence and respecting their space. I understand that every pet has a different personality and comfort level, especially when their owner is away. In clients’ homes, I’m clean, respectful, and dependable. I take home security seriously, keep communication clear, and send regular updates and photos so owners know how their pet is doing while they’re away.

“Jamie was fantastic, the dogs loved her, she went above and beyond taking them swimming to their favorite spot. She was responsive and amenable and sent me updates and pictures”

alex y.

About: Hey, aloha! I'm Brian, Fluent in Dog and proficient in several dialects of Cat, I'll make your furry friends feel right at pack in the comfort of their own home. What experience makes me perfect for this? ¤ Decades of intuitive one on one and group animal experience across many species and temperaments ¤ Farm-founded first aid, from tricky medications to easing a sliver out of a paw ¤ Safe transport to the nearest emergency vet, following your pre-approved instructions ¤ An extensive knowledge of where its hardest for an animal to scritch and the willingness to assist, which is a huge hit with the animals. ¤Experience with birthing and super young animal care. ¤Experience with old age care and illness support. ¤The ability to make a handpainted portrait of your pet in the style of your choosing. I am a musician, artist and online entrepreneur, so as long as your animals dont mind me playing jazzy flamenco, its actually great for my proces to have little adventures and meet fantastic folks, furry or otherwise I care for pets like I do people, with the awareness that each have their own personalities and needs and communication styles and favorite skritch spots.