House Sitting in Pleasant Hill

“We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience with Efraim. This was our first time using Rover, and we were trying to find someone who could confidently care for both our indoor cat and our dog, who has significant anxiety and some recent behavioral challenges. In the past we’ve had to board our dog and hire a separate sitter for our cat, which was complicated and expensive. From the beginning, Efraim was incredibly responsive, thoughtful, and flexible. After noticing that he also works as a dog walker and is pursuing dog training, we reached out to see if he would be open to meeting our dog. He happily arranged a meet-and-greet and then spent time walking our dog in the weeks before our trip so they could build trust and familiarity. That effort alone gave us enormous peace of mind before leaving. While we were away, Efraim took amazing care of everything. He walked our dog daily, brushed our (very fluffy!) cat, kept the litter box clean, and made sure both animals were comfortable and well cared for. He also maintained our large yard with multiple hummingbird feeders and bird fountains, keeping everything clean and filled. We received daily updates with photos and videos, and he was always communicative about how things were going. When we returned home, the house was immaculate — he had even stripped the bedding and run the laundry. Efraim is responsible, kind, and incredibly conscientious. We felt completely comfortable having him in our home and caring for our animals, and it made our vacation so much more relaxing knowing everything was in such good hands. We would absolutely hire him again and recommend him without hesitation.”

Carrolyn L.

“Rebecca has been house sitting for Mikko and Kona most of this year, and she is absolutely fantastic with them! She is ultra dependable and takes care of them! She has even helped with some other friend’s dogs when they were in a bind. I could not be more grateful for Rebecca and her care!!”

John S.

“We just returned home from a 5 day trip, and we fully expected to return to chaos. Not because of anything Sonya did, but because our little trio can get very anxious when we aren’t home. It was like an exorcism had been performed (my boyfriend’s words lol )—they didn’t even bark at our arrival. Sonya was fantastic—kept us in the loop, without inundating us. Sent pictures, was thoughtful and thorough. She picked up after herself and provided an excellent level of care to our pups. Absolutely would and will hire her again.”

Angel K.

About: I’ve grown up around dogs and have over 20 years of hands-on pet care experience. My family has owned English Bull Terriers, Yorkshire Terriers, Jack Russells and Staffordshire Terriers, so I’m comfortable caring for both small and large breeds. I also have experience with poodles, including caring for a poodle puppy for around a year, which gave me a good understanding of coat maintenance, brushing routines, and the consistency required to keep their coats healthy and comfortable. I’m calm, patient, and confident with dogs of different temperaments, attentive to small changes in behaviour, and mindful of maintaining routines. Having worked as an au pair for five years, I’m very respectful, tidy, and reliable in other people’s homes. Your pet’s safety, comfort, and routine always come first. I also have backyard chickens of my own, so I’m comfortable with their daily care and happy to help with simple chicken or small animal routines if needed. I have a very flexible schedule and am available most weekdays for drop-in visits and dog walking. I train early in the mornings and often walk the Lafayette Reservoir after my 6am class, so morning walks are something I genuinely enjoy and fit naturally into my routine. I coach jiu jitsu briefly in the afternoons (Monday–Friday, 3:15–4pm), but I’m otherwise open and happy to work around your pet’s needs. I’m available for longer visits beyond the standard 30 minutes if requested. I prioritise calm, attentive care and always follow your instructions and routines closely. I’m comfortable using crates, leashes, and harnesses and I’m happy to keep dogs separated if needed to ensure everyone’s safety and comfort. I regularly walk the Lafayette Reservoir and love taking dogs along for longer, consistent walks. I don’t offer boarding, as I prefer to care for pets in their own familiar environment, which I find helps them feel more relaxed and settled. I’m very respectful and tidy in clients’ homes and take responsibility seriously. I pay close attention to body language and behaviour, and I’ll always keep you updated with photos and written check-ins so you can feel confident your pet is safe, comfortable, and well cared for while you’re away.

“Halona was fantastic. Our 3 fur babies loved her company. We also have chickens and she tended to them too. We will definitely be using her again. Thank you again Halona.”

Lin B.

“We have used Elizabeth for almost two years now and we are so happy we found her! She does weekly drop ins with our pups when we are at work and also stays with them when we are out of town. You can tell she really cares about our pups and makes sure their needs are taken care of. We have one highly energetic dog and she makes sure to get his energy out and we have a highly anxious dog and she always makes sure she is comfortable.”

Katherine H.

“Alex was amazing- I had a very last minute overnight work event come up, and had to figure out someone to take care of my 8 month old puppy with less than a full day's notice. My pup has some anxiety and nerves (like puppy like parent?) and I was so worried to leave him, but Alex was phenomenal. He was responsive to texts, kept me updated, and when I got home, my pup was so happy I absolutely knew Alex had done an amazing job making him feel comfortable and secure. Will 💯 use Alex again, and would recommend him to anyone.”

Christopher K.

“Erica did a great job with Dottie! And I came home to a house the way I left it! FABULOUS”

Cathi G.

“Rachael is absolutely amazing! She stayed at our home for the week and took such great care of our dogs. They got plenty of walks, and her thoughtful updates (with pictures and videos!) really helped put us at ease while we were away. She clearly knows a lot about dog behavior and handled our big pups so well, even though they can be a handful .. at times 😝 We came home to happy dogs and a spotless house, it was perfect!! I’m so grateful we found her and can confidently say she’s our go to dog sitter from now on. Thank you so much, Rachael :)”

Melissa M.

“Alexa was amazing with our dog! She came over right on time, was super communicative and took great care of him with walks and playtime. So glad she was able to help us last minute! We will be reaching out to her again!”

Ashley W.

“Was great having Samantha watch my pups! She kept me updated throughout, took great care of them and left the place cleaner than I had left it. Super grateful and definitely recommend!”

Danielle W.

“Rita did an amazing job watching my little pup. Very responsive, took excellent care, and easily exceeded my expectations. When I returned home, while my pup was very happy and excited, she was still walking around the house looking for Rita. Absolutely recommend and happily will be a repeat customer with Rita!”

Abdullah M.

“Mia was wonderful with Freddie! As new puppy parents, we really appreciated how comfortable she made us feel leaving him in her care. She watched him for two back-to-back days, communicated clearly throughout, and was respectful of our home and schedule. We’d happily book her again — thank you, Mia!”

Walta A.

About: I've been caring for animals since childhood. I have decades of hands-on experience with both dogs and cats of all personalities. I’ve cared for neonates, seniors, shy and anxious pets, high-energy dogs, and cats with complex medical needs. I’m comfortable administering medications, following special routines, and providing attentive care tailored to each pet. I pay close attention to behavior, appetite, energy levels, and subtle signs of stress or illness. For shy or sensitive pets, I move at their pace, creating a calm, low-stress environment where they feel safe and comfortable. Whether it’s playtime, walks, snuggles, or just quiet companionship, I adjust to each pet’s needs. Above all, I treat every dog and cat like family, with patience, affection, and respect for their unique personality. I’m home during the day, which gives me a flexible schedule to provide individualized care for every pet. This allows me to accommodate special needs, from administering medications or fluids, to extra playtime, snuggles, or monitoring a pet’s health. Being home full-time ensures pets in my care always have attention, companionship, and a consistent routine, so they feel safe, comfortable, and loved. I provide a safe, comfortable, and pet-friendly environment for both dogs and cats. My home features a fully fenced yard for doggy guests to play and explore, plus several daily walks to keep them active and happy. I have a resident 15-year-old chihuahua who is friendly with both dogs and cats, and all pets are carefully supervised to ensure peaceful interactions. For cats, I only board one at a time or multiple from the same family. They enjoy their own bedroom outfitted with cozy cat trees, a water fountain, plenty of toys, and catnip. My resident and foster cats are kept separate from boarding pets if needed, so each animal feels safe and relaxed. Your pets will have individualized care, enrichment, and attention in a calm, secure space where they can feel at home while you’re away.

“Tatiane was so wonderful and helpful! She helped us with Mako for a last minute booking and took such great care of him. Tatiane is extremely responsible and keeps you updated throughout the day! We will be booking Tatiane again!🩷”

Christina S.

“Cristian was absolutely wonderful with my boy, Cody! He was super nice, very professional, and went above and beyond by keeping me updated with pictures and check-ins throughout the stay. Cody had such a great time with him and clearly loved the attention and care he received. I highly recommend Cristian to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter. I’ll definitely be booking him for walks and any time I’m away moving forward!”

Elyssa M.

“Hannah did a fantastic job with my dog Maxi. She adapted and adjusted well to his unique needs and took very good care of him while we were out of town for a week. She took him on daily walks, fed him and kept him company. It was easy to tell that she bonded with him via the photos that she would send each day. Thank you, Hannah. We would definitely ask her to watch him again and highly recommend her.”

James F.

“Ian has been a lifesaver for us! He always takes extra special care of Domino and the house is clean and organized when we return. Thank you!”

daniel s.

“Another great experience with Heather watching our pups. It’s clear they like her and are comfortable with her. We’re at ease knowing they’re in good hands while we’re away. Really appreciate the daily updates and pictures too!”

Nicole L.

About: I have had dogs all my life. I love them, take good care of them and they love me. I will take care of your dog like they are family I’m retired and love dogs. I love to walk and walking with a dog will make it that much better. I Also love to play with dogs and I will make sure they are exercised. My house is dog proofed and I’m always there to make sure they are safe and happy. I will take good care of them, always.