House Sitting In Rossville

“This was my first time having someone stay and take care of my puppy and cat. With Alex it was a wonderful experience. Her communication was excellent. She sent updates and photos of my pets. Alex made my anxiety go away and I could enjoy my weekend away.”

Stephen V.

“Oleg was amazing! I have a very difficult cat, and he was very patient and calm with her. He is communicative and sends updates daily along with photos. I felt secure being away from home knowing he was taking care of my fur baby. Will definitely be booking again!”

Karina L.

“Karen was great! She was on time, kind and considerate. Excellent communicator! I felt immediately at ease leaving Luci with her. Luci took to her immediately and seemed kind of sad to see her go after we got home. Will be using her again for sure!”

Karen R.

About: Having grown up in a household full of animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, and hedgehogs I possess a lifelong "animal intuition" and a deep comfort level with various species. What truly sets me apart is my hands on experience managing a multi-pet home with my own three cats, which has made me an expert in feline behavior and resource management. Whether it is providing the patient, attentive monitoring required for senior pets or the delicate handling needed for small exotic animals, I am highly adaptable to each pet's unique needs and personality. My schedule is very flexible during the latter half of the week. From Monday to Wednesday, I work as a therapist in Brooklyn. On Thursdays and Fridays, I only have two cases in Staten Island totaling about two hours, which leaves me with plenty of availability from Thursday through Sunday. Caring for animals is a deeply healing experience for me. While I am a huge dog lover, my own home is currently a cat-only household because we rescued three cats from a shelter, one of whom is extremely sensitive to dogs. To ensure her comfort, we decided not to own a dog ourselves, so pet sitting gives me a wonderful opportunity to fulfill my passion for working with dogs. My personal experience with a high-needs, sensitive rescue cat has made me exceptionally patient and skilled in handling pets with various temperaments and specific needs. My approach to pet care focuses on proactive health, hygiene, and emotional well-being. In my own home and when sitting for clients, I prioritize hydration by mixing water and specialized supplements like cranberry powder into wet food to support urinary health, and I ensure a clean environment by scooping litter and washing bowls daily. Most importantly, I understand that pets—especially cats—communicate through subtle, "high-frequency, low-impact" social cues; I provide gentle affection and verbal greetings without overstimulating them, ensuring they feel respected and safe. I treat every animal as a sentient companion, balancing structured routines with the quiet, intuitive interaction they need to thrive.

“Tammy is absolutely amazing! From the moment I met her at the meet and greet, I knew I had found a great dog sitter. She is the kindest, most reliable, caring and experienced dog sitter I've ever met. I trust her 1000% with my fur baby. She sends updates with photos and videos. She made the separation for the day worry free. She is the best!”

Karen S.

About: I’ve supported pet owners by providing reliable care that focuses on routine, safety, and comfort. I’ve worked with pets of varying energy levels and personalities and understand how consistency, patience, and clear communication help animals feel at ease while away from their owners. My availability allows me to dedicate consistent time throughout the week for walks, drop-ins, and extended care. I plan my day carefully to ensure pets receive dependable attention without feeling rushed or overstimulated. I prioritize clear routines, secure spaces, and careful supervision. I follow instructions exactly as provided, keep environments clean, and remain observant of behavior changes so pets stay safe, comfortable, and well cared for at all times.

“Shanette was very attentive to my puppy. She sent photos and updates which was nice to have. I will use her services again. Thank you Shanette!”

Moultry K.

About: Hello, Thank you for stopping by! My name is Jennifer. I currently have 3 kitties of my own. I do know how nerve-racking it could be leaving your pet with someone. I have left prior sitters visuals, maps, drawings when I have gone away (thank you OCD lol). I am probably a bit much but I need to know that while I'm away, my fur children are in nurturing loving hands not missing me. To say I am protective is an understatement. *I just came back to the site after having a few extensive surgeries so please do not go by the early reviews as I was only on here for a few months until I had to have surgeries - I’m doing great now :)* ***Please before you go on reading…yes, I understand my fees are higher than most. Upon meeting me, you will understand why. I will offer knowledge that may help you with your furbaby.If you are having a hard time with behavioral issues where other sitters won’t know what to do, I most likely will. The plethora of knowledge about dogs/cats/horse/fish/etc that is infinite. I may be able to offer you a couple tips that are possibly life changing. No, I do not have all the answers (if anyone says they do…you should most likely run). However, my knowledge regarding animals is far superior than the average pet sitter. I am 43 years old. I have chosen to take on this work because my heart is very into it. However, now that I am mostly home working on a project it makes it easier for me to sit for your pet. Unfortunately, boarding a doggo overnight within my home who has a lot of behavioral issues would not be a good fit for my cats nor is it fair to do this to them. If it is a mini breed or a larger vet well trained dog, we can discuss (please reach out as it can’t hurt to ask). I wouldn’t mind staying at your home on a case by case basis. If you needed me to give your pets a lot of love, adoration, full blown attention-enforce your commands that you’d like for me to withhold, have a couple of cognitive/ physical training sessions to help you with some behavioral issues/keep your pup sharp or even if it’s administering medications, etc…all your pets needs will be meet efficiently. If this is what you seek, I may be your gal. I welcome cameras in the home so that you are able to see how well your beloved companion is doing with me. I wish more people had cameras so that everyone gets to see how their pet is truly doing while you’re away! My experience with animals comes from years over time of being involved with rescue, surrounded by trainers, healers, tons and tons of self knowledge, audio books, old fashioned books, etc. I was born to hear animals and I consider it a huge gift. It is in my nature that when I am with your pet that my FULL attention is with your pet and your pet only. I myself have hired pet sitters who would sit on their phone in front of me while pet sitting and it was pretty irritating. I know the type of person I would want (and not want) watching my animals because I have been there before with kittens/cat/puppies/dogs. Another pet peeve of mine would be walking into a dog park and the owners aren't paying close attention to their dogs. Unfortunately, we live in an age where cell phones have become top priority and then the pup is put into a bad situation because of the lack of attention. I have seen it time after time and it has left me with a bad taste. This will never happen with me. If I don’t like the vibes - I don’t enter in. There is a proper way to introduce dogs and it’s not nose to nose but rather behind to behind. Dogs are not humans (well some are lol) they are dogs. They read the room very differently than how we would. I promise you wholeheartedly that this is something you will never have to worry about. You pet has my UNDIVIDED love and attention at all times on my watch. It is pertinent for your pet that I uphold and take full responsibility as your pet sitter to give them full attention the entire time they are with me. All of my pups learned their basic commands very early on. It means everything to me when a dog is speaking the same language as its owner. I wish to take your lead and follow everything precisely. When putting a dog on a "heel" command during a walk, my attention has to be two places: 1- On the pup and 2- Observant of the environment. I have fostered 2 dogs and have trained 3 dogs. I have broken the prey drive of 2 beautiful pit bulls and one Tree Walking Coonhound/Terrier dog with my cats. I have also broken anxiety of one of the dogs I was fostering. Truly it was a lot of work, time, patience, repetition and more patience but I got to learn so much about speaking dog. They teach you so many things. I had a very hard time finding someone to board my pup when I had him because I knew a bit more than they did which left me on edge. I sifted through a lot of sitters and it wasn't until I had someone teaching me something that I felt 100% confident in leaving my fur baby with them. I have worked along side with trainers and have read heaps fulls of dog language books/manuals/dvd's etc. I have been called the dog whisperer, cat whisperer/animal whisperer. I have also attended workshops for animal communication to further my education with animals. I look forward to building a career from this. I have obtained one Bachelors degree and a second Associates degree as well as obtaining my NYS license for massage therapy (for humans lol). I am very passionate about animals and have been called a healer. I am Reiki 2 Certified and do Reiki for animals. My entire heart is into this because animals don't have a voice. When I tell someone I can speak cat or dog they may look at me like I am from the funny farm but it’s true. There is a way of listening to an animal by its body language, sounds, breathing, even yawning etc. I have been clipping nails since high school of anxious pet owners pets nails, wiped out floppy ears, burrito wrapped cats for clippings, I’m able to administer medicine without a problem (there are tricks for this), brushing, you name it and I've probably done it. Anyway I can help, I am always willing if it’s for the cause of an animal. Snuggles are my favorite thing along with interactive puzzle type of games that your pups will crave if they would be so kind to join me. No job is too big for me to handle : ) Please let me know if you would like the garbage taken out, plants watered, etc. I am able to light housework if necessary. I will send a TON of pics upon your request because I know how on edge, especially first time sits could be for an owner. NOTE***Please let me know if your dog gets along with cats as this is the only way I can accept them for the safety of my own fur children as well as for the safety of your own pup*** Any information provided for your pet, I will adhere to. I always take 30 min to an hour a day for play/brush when it comes to my own. Please let me know your instructions- dog/cats likes and dislikes, allergies etc. I prefer crated pets because with this, it comes security and a lot less anxiety for your pet when used correctly and for positive reinforcement only. I like to think of it as a floating bedroom for them :) Looking forward to meeting you and your fur-baby/fur-babies soon! *Please note, yes…my fees are more than average because I am at a very advanced level when it comes to caring for you furbaby/furbabies. I would be willing to make and exception if the opportunity (especially be it someone local/within my mileage) presented itself! Thank you for carefully reading my profile. I look forward to a meet and greet with you and your fuzzy friend/s. I am currently working from home so I am pretty flexible where as time is concerned. Occasionally I will run to the store and back but it also depends on the dog so if I had to prepare myself a few days before your dogs arrival, I have no problem with this at all. I am flexible where this is concerned :) Let’s talk…maybe there is something I have missed in my profile but I try to be as descriptive as possible. I appreciate you taking the time to read everything I have written. Quite the novel, I am aware but I feel as a fellow pet owner myself, that you would want to know everything about who your pet is spending quality time with so I try to be as thorough as possible 🙂 Please see everything I have written on top as I believe I have covered all my bases where this is concerned. Thank you again for taking the time reading my full profile! Any questions I’d be happy to answer them, just please shoot me a message :)

“Kerry was a great house sitter! Took such wonderful care of our furbaby dog and house. Super communicative with updates and pics, which we really appreciated. Kerry even left a little goodybag for our dog. Would definitely book again!”

Tiffany C.

“I strongly recommend Maia, who was terrific with my dogs when I needed to travel out of town. She took wonderful care of my elderly Great Pyrenees, who has special needs, as well as his less needy sibling. She was great at communicating and let me know about a developing ear infection that she noticed, so we were able to treat that promptly. Plus, she went above and beyond in keeping the house clean. I will certainly contact her again the next time I need to travel.”

Cynthia B.

About: I provide attentive, loving care for pets in the comfort of their own home, following their routines for feeding, walks, play, and rest. I respect their space and personality, offering companionship while keeping them safe and happy. In addition to pet care, I do light house cleaning during my stay and before I leave, including tasks like sweeping, washing dishes, wiping counters, tidying bathrooms, and changing bedsheets. My goal is to leave both your pet and your home happy, secure, and cared for while you’re away. Pet care fits very naturally into my daily routine. Since I work from home, I’m able to give pets consistent, unrushed attention throughout the day — from walks and feedings to playtime and quiet companionship. I plan my schedule carefully so I’m never overbooked and can stay fully present, making sure each pet gets the care, consistency, and attention they’re used to. Caring for animals isn’t something I squeeze in — it’s something I genuinely enjoy and prioritize. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I tailor my approach based on the specific service and each pet’s unique needs. My priority is to keep their routine as consistent and stress-free as possible — whether that includes feeding, walks, playtime, medication, or simply providing companionship. For drop-in visits, I focus on essentials like feeding, fresh water, bathroom breaks or litter care, and spending quality time with the pet so they feel comfortable and not alone. For longer stays or house sitting, I provide more continuous care, including walks, enrichment, maintaining routines, and being a calm, steady presence throughout the day. I also take care of the home while I’m there by doing light cleaning such as dishes, wiping counters, sweeping, tidying bathrooms, and removing bedsheets before I leave. I treat both the pet and the home with respect and attention to detail. Overall, I adapt to each situation to make sure pets feel safe, cared for, and at ease in their own environment while giving owners peace of mind.

About: I’m Britney ☺️ I’m a pharmacist with a huge passion for traveling and cooking/baking 👩🏾‍🍳👩🏾‍⚕️ Experienced with large dogs, energetic dogs, and puppies!!! I care for two German Shepherds (Hershey🍫 & Brownie🍪) and have fostered many a litter in my backyard back home in Brazil 🇧🇷 I am always attentive to routines and will always sit down to play with your babies 🤍☺️ I have a flexible schedule and can accommodate drop-ins, house sitting, and daytime care. I love spending time with dogs and make sure they get attention, play, and consistency! I miss having dogs around me all day, so I am more than happy to spend time with yours ☺️ I’ve cared for dogs of all sizes and personalities, so I’m very attune to each dog’s behavior and energy. I take the time to build trust, give them space whenever needed, and make sure they feel safe and loved around me!

“Awesome! Snow was so happy to spend the day with Marie and Marie took great care to check on her needs. Definitely recommend and will be booking with Marie again!”

Nanci C.

About: I have 11 pets, 5 cats 6 reptiles and also maintain my salt water reef tanks. 1 of the cats is a diabetic and the other has hyperthyroidism and I take very great care of all of the animals. I am currently available any day and at any times. I work from home and on my own schedule so I am very flexible with availability. I have a very large home with a fenced yard and a pool. Some pets I dog sit for have loved a nice swim! And I also enjoy going to the park with the dogs and have plenty of cat posts and obstacles around the house for the cats.

About: I’ve taken care of pets since I am a little girl. I grew up with a bunny, then with a dog which we still have since 2012. I’ve been feeding her morning and night, taking her on walks, playing with her, cuddling, etc. Ive since moved out and now have a dog and 2 cats of my own. I can’t picture a life without some furry friends! I’m currently working a 9-5 and able to take care of some pets and host boardings overnight and after my shifts. Although I am looking to resign and eventually just work some side hustles so I can have more time at home with my daughter and spend more time with the pets!! I have a fenced yard as well as a bunch of pet toys, along with a friendly dog and two friendly cats for your furry friends to play with!

About: I have experience with dogs, and cats of all ages, as well as aiding in medication administration as needed. I have had pets as long as I can remember! I am flexible to whatever dates are needed! I do work until about 4:30 then I can assist as needed in your pet care needs. I will not be able to take your pets to my house, however I can walk them in parks and bring them in my car if needed!

“I think my dog is always just a little upset when he sees me, rather than Jennifer, walk in the door. He is always a happy boy when she stays.”

Megan M.

“Irina was amazing with our boy Veer! She took care of Veer every detail with great care in our home as he was her own. I highly recommend her and will using her services again every time we travel.”

Mel D.

About: I've been caring for pets professionally for over 10 years. I'm not just a caregiver; I'm a devoted pet parent myself. My own fur babies are like my children, and I treat every pet I care for with the same love, attention, and respect. I work full time but with a very flexible schedule. I work from home & occasionally go into the city. I’m comfortable with all age groups Whether it's daily walks, playtime, cuddles, or just keeping your pet company while you're away, I bring patience, experience, and genuine affection to every visit. I understand how important it is to feel your pet is in good hands--and that's exactly what I strive to provide.

About: I have hands-on experience caring for and walking dogs through owning my own pets, including a pit bull and a German shepherd. I’m comfortable with different sizes and energy levels. I’ve also volunteer at a local animal shelter, where I interacted with dogs, helping me build patience, attentiveness, and strong animal-handling skills. I’m currently on a work break with open availability. I’m available weekdays and weekends, giving me plenty of time to care for and play with your cats. I provide a safe, calm environment, follow routines closely, and ensure pets feel comfortable and secure. I respect your home and treat every pet like my own.