House Sitting Research Park

About: 🐾 Howdy Hey! Hi! I’m a UCI student, certified EMT, and cat mom who truly understands how important it is to find someone you trust with your cat. I’ve cared for cats throughout my life and currently have a kitten of my own, so I know cats are not “low-maintenance” pets — they have routines, preferences, boundaries, and emotional needs just like dogs do. My goal is to care for your cat with the same patience, attention, and love that I give my own. Whether your cat is playful, shy, curious, cuddly, anxious, senior, or more independent, I’ll meet them where they are and help them feel safe, respected, and comfortable. 🐱 My Cat Care Philosophy I believe cats deserve enrichment, stimulation, and individualized attention — not just food, water, and a clean litter box. Cats deserve to live their best lives too, and I love creating a calm, engaging environment that supports their natural instincts. Depending on your cat’s personality and comfort level, care may include: • Feeding and fresh water • Litter box maintenance • Playtime with wand toys, toy mice, tunnels, or your cat’s favorite toys • Treat puzzles or simple enrichment activities • Scratching opportunities • Cozy resting spots and calm companionship • Brushing, if your cat enjoys it • Medication support, if instructions are provided • Regular photo updates so you know how your cat is doing I also offer safe indoor bird-watching enrichment. I have a bird-feeding area outside where cats can enjoy “cat TV” from a secure indoor window view. Cats remain fully indoors and safe at all times — this is visual enrichment only, with no outdoor access or contact with wildlife. 🏡 Cat Boarding in My Home For boarding, I aim to create a calm, safe, home-based environment where your cat can settle in without feeling overwhelmed. I keep care intentionally limited so each pet gets focused attention and is not treated like just another booking. Because I have a cat of my own, I do not force cat-to-cat interactions. Your cat’s safety and comfort come first. I can provide a separated space with their own food, water, litter box, cozy resting area, toys, and enrichment. If your cat needs time to decompress, hide, observe, or slowly adjust, I completely respect that. I understand that some cats are social and curious, while others need quiet, patience, and personal space. I’ll follow your cat’s usual routine as closely as possible to help reduce stress while you’re away. 🧼 Cleanliness & Safety I take cleanliness seriously, especially when caring for cats. Litter boxes, food areas, water bowls, surfaces, and shared items are cleaned regularly. I also pay close attention to changes in appetite, litter box habits, energy level, behavior, and overall well-being. My EMT background has made me detail-oriented, calm, and observant, which helps me notice when something seems off and communicate clearly with owners. Before boarding or visits, I like to know about your cat’s: • Feeding schedule • Litter box habits • Medical needs or medications • Favorite toys and enrichment • Hiding spots or comfort items • Personality and handling preferences • Stress triggers • Behavior around other cats The more I know about your cat’s routine, the better I can care for them. 🌿 Outdoor / Catio Policy For safety, I do not provide outdoor roaming, balcony access, or unsupervised outdoor time. Boarding cats will remain indoors in a secure environment. For drop-in visits, I’m happy to follow your cat’s normal routine if they have a fully enclosed, secure catio at home. Catio time must be discussed ahead of time and will only be provided if it is safe, enclosed, and owner-approved. 💬 Communication You can expect clear communication, thoughtful questions, and regular photo updates. I know how hard it can be to leave your pet with someone else, so I want you to feel reassured that your cat is safe, comfortable, enriched, and genuinely cared for. Thank you for trusting me with your cat. I’ll treat them with the same care, patience, and attention I give my own. As a UCI student and certified EMT, I have a flexible schedule that allows me to provide dependable care throughout the day (or night). Whether caring for dogs or cats, I strive to keep each pet's routine as consistent as possible while their owner is away. During visits, I provide fresh food and water, exercise or playtime, bathroom or litter box maintenance, enrichment, and companionship tailored to each pet's personality and needs. My goal is to help your pet feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for in their familiar environment. Every pet has a unique personality, routine, and set of needs. Before each booking, I take time to learn about feeding schedules, exercise requirements, medications, favorite activities, and any behavioral or medical concerns. As a certified EMT, I'm attentive, calm under pressure, and comfortable recognizing changes in behavior, appetite, activity level, and overall well-being. I understand that dogs and cats thrive when their routines are respected, and I work to create a safe, positive, and low-stress experience while you're away. I also provide regular photo updates and clear communication so you can have peace of mind knowing your pet is in good hands.

“Alyssa was the absolute best!! This was my first time leaving my dog and she made the whole process so easy and stress free. always providing photo updates and was quick to respond!! My milo and I loved her and hope to book with her again in the future :)”

Alyssa W.

“Kim was wonderful with my puppy Louie. She stayed with him in our airbnb while we were in town for an event. She communicated with me quickly when we needed last minute coverage and was professional and a pleasure to work with.”

Amanda R.

About: Hi, I’m Galina! Animals have been the biggest passion through out my life. I currently have one small dog named Pockets but I have experience with dogs of all different sizes and temperaments and with cats too! I am a part time dance teacher for children and love to spend the rest of my time caring for animals. I offer house sittings, walks, and drop in feedings & play time. I fully ensure your loved fur babies are always safe in my care and handled appropriately around any other animals. I make sure they're walked, get LOTS of one on one play time, treats (as appropriate), and as much love and belly rubs as they can take! As a dog parent myself, I love photos of my pets and always send photos and updates for you to put your mind at ease while you are away from your pets. I am happy to watch your pets in your home or in mine. When I pet sit or do walks/check ins at your house, I am always responsible and clean, leaving your home neat, tidy, and cleaner than when you left! Also happy to offer plant watering, mail pick up, or anything else you need when I'm at your home, even if it's just a drop in visit. I treat your pets like they are my own because I love all animals!! I'll make sure they feel they have a new best friend, lots of play time, endless attention, and the safest care. I work part time as a dance teacher for children and the rest of my time is spent caring for animals and hanging out with my pup! I always make sure each pet is given a lot of love and all instructions for each pet is carefully followed. I’m always aware of each pet’s surrounding to make sure they are comfortable and safe.

“Michelle was great. She stayed the entire day 12-9. Constantly kept us updated on how our 4 pups were doing. Love our experiences with Rover.com😊”

Andrea J.

“Alex was fantastic. Great communication and pictures. Girls loved her and they can be picky 😊”

Eric R.

“Elizabeth exceeded our expectations . Made everything seamless and easy . She was amazing with communication and updated us with pictures . Our boy Bo loved her ! We look forward to using her services in the future and highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a trustworthy sitter for their fur babies .”

Miriam E.

“Carmen was great! The dog and cat seem very happy :)”

Eli H.

“John was amazing! Immediately got good vibes my dogs were comfortable and approached him right away. I was so anxious about leaving them but I didn’t worry once while I was gone. He sent pics and regular updates. Just all around amazing. I have rebooked him already for another trip and planning a few others now that I found someone I feel safe leaving my boys with.”

Jody B.

About: Hi! I’m Miranda and I’m an animal lover who grew up with two dogs. I’ve also been a cat sitter for my neighbor’s cats for the past two years, and have experienced with house sitting! I’m familiar with caring for both dogs and cats with lots of love, attention, and patience. I treat all pets like family because that’s what they deserve.💕💖 I'm a college student with a super flexible schedule, so I'm available most days and all day, including evenings and weekends if something comes up last minute. I love taking dogs on walks; our community has a great dog park! As a runner, I have plenty of energy to keep up with playful dogs🐶🦴. Whether it’s running around, throwing a ball, or just hanging out, I’ll make sure your pets feel safe, loved, and never bored.

“We’ve used Katie a few times now to watch our pup and we can’t say enough good things. She’s attentive, kind, a great communicator, and responsible. We are so happy we found Katie and can go on trips knowing our sweet girl is in good hands. Katie helps administer meds to our pup and is very intuitive with knowing what our dog needs. Thank you Katie for taking the best care of our girl!”

Samantha T.

“Irene did an amazing job caring for my pups while I was away for a wedding. She sent updates and pictures while allowed me to feel confident they were in good hands and enjoy my time away worry free. She definitely went the extra mile, I highly recommend!”

Meghan L.

“Tania house sat and looked after my 2 labradors and was fantastic! She kept us updated, quickly bonded with the dogs and they were clearly very happy with her. Tania looked after our home and was extremely conscientious and trustworthy. Very highly recommended professional!”

Richard O.

“We cannot give higher praise for Amyra and James. They put our minds at ease and were such amazing help! Our puppies loved them and we really appreciate everything they did. We trust them completely and are no longer worried about leaving our pups knowing they’d be in the best hands!”

Judy B.

“Thank you for your care and professional service while looking after Ralph for the first time. You provided great care and reassured me of his care during my time overseas. Great house sitter too!”

Kate S.

“Sarah is the best! She will definitely be our new pet sitter. She sent pics of our dog and gave us regular updates. She took great care of our dog and our house.”

Jeff C.

About: ✨ What you can expect: • Safe, leash-aware walks • High attention to surroundings and dog behavior • Reliable scheduling & clear communication • Plenty of affection and positive reinforcement • Respect for your home and routines I’m building my professional career in real estate locally, so reliability and reputation mean everything to me. I understand how important it is to trust the person caring for your dog — and I don’t take that lightly. Whether your pup needs exercise, companionship, or just someone calm and present, I’m here to help. Let’s make your dog’s day the best part of mine 🐶💛 ✨ What you can expect: • Safe, leash-aware walks • High attention to surroundings and dog behavior • Reliable scheduling & clear communication • Plenty of affection and positive reinforcement • Respect for your home and routines I’m building my professional career in real estate locally, so reliability and reputation mean everything to me. I understand how important it is to trust the person caring for your dog — and I don’t take that lightly. Whether your pup needs exercise, companionship, or just someone calm and present, I’m here to help. Let’s make your dog’s day the best part of mine 🐶💛 ✨ What you can expect: • Safe, leash-aware walks • High attention to surroundings and dog behavior • Reliable scheduling & clear communication • Plenty of affection and positive reinforcement • Respect for your home and routines I’m building my professional career in real estate locally, so reliability and reputation mean everything to me. I understand how important it is to trust the person caring for your dog — and I don’t take that lightly. Whether your pup needs exercise, companionship, or just someone calm and present, I’m here to help. Let’s make your dog’s day the best part of mine 🐶💛

“Absolutely fantastic. She House/Cat sat for us and was very communicative, sent lots of photos, gave us many updates, and left the house immaculate. We can tell if a cat sitter hasn’t done their job because our cat gets stress dreadlocks. Our cat was incredibly happy and his coat was perfect when we got home. She also took him on his leash walks which made him extra happy. Highly recommended.”

Jessica O.

About: Hi, I'm Nika! As a dog owner of 11 years, I know that pets are family. I treat every dog I care for with the same love, patience, and attention that I give my own. I have hands-on experience with overnight pet sitting and dog walking. I'm highly reliable, stick closely to your feeding and walking routines, and love sending photo updates so you have total peace of mind while you're away. Whether your pup needs a high energy walk or a cozy overnight companion, I'm here to help! I am currently on my summer break meaning I have an extremely flexible schedule and can take care of you pups for the most part at any time! In my clients home, I have spent the night with a dog before and I spend all my time with the dog, play with them, take them out, and make sure to be attentive to what the dog needs while making sure they’re having fun! I also send updates/take photos just to keep owners updated.

“From the moment we met, it was clear how kind, attentive, and experienced Jared is with animals. I got regular updates, photos, and messages, which really reassured me that my dog was happy and well cared for. When I came back, my dog was relaxed and clearly had been treated with lots of love and attention. I would absolutely recommend Jared to anyone looking for a reliable and caring dog sitter. I’ll definitely be booking with him again!”

Tiffany C.