Pet Sitting in Rutland

“This was the first time I had to hire a critter sitter. Jessica was outstanding. She met with me before my trip and was thoughtful about the special needs of my cats. They are terrified of other people but Jessica earned their trust. She checked in every day and even went above and beyond to get my mail out of the mailbox when the post office forgot about my mail hold. I highly recommend Jessica and I will hire her each time I go away.”

“Evelyn went above and beyond for my girl! It was a bit of a trek from her home and she made the trip 3 days in a row! She even asked the hotel staff to change my linens when she noticed a spill! If I’m ever in the area again I absolutely will use her! Thanks Evelyn!!”

“Jillian loves animals especially dogs which she has had as pets all of her life. She has ten years of experience dog walking and dog sitting for others. She is very affectionate and caring towards animals. Jillian is extremely dependable and compassionate. Anyone would be lucky to have her caring for their pets!”

About: I've taken care of all kinds of animals since a young age having grown up on a farm including dogs, cats, goats, horses, cows, chickens and pigs. I am responsible and reliable. I am an animal lover who enjoys going on outdoor adventures especially hiking with our furry friends. I have a flexible schedule and I am happy to accommodate my client's and their pet's needs. I can animal sit in client's home or mine, perform drop in visits and/or walks. I have a large back yard and live close to dog parks and hiking trails. I enjoy being active with my own dog and those that I am watching including hiking, swimming, and walking. I have a big car to transport animals to and from any destination, as well.

“Larry is an amazing dog dad! His dog is one of the most well-trained dogs that I have ever met. He treats every dog he meets as a new friend and it's clear how much he loves dogs.”

“Zac is extremely attentive and caring to Max, he walked him regularly for years, and only stopped because of a move. Zac took Max from a single walk type of dog to walking in a pack and then bringing him to an open dog park scenario where he helped Max thrive with other dogs. It was great seeing how Zac brought so much out in Max and he is definitely better for having Zac's influence in his life. Max is one of the most important things in my life and I am very particular in who I trust for his care and Zac is definitely one of those people!”

“I highly recommend Cindy as a responsible and loving pet caregiver! If I were a dog or cat I would want to live with and be cared for by Cindy.”

About: I've taken care of many different types of animals including dogs, cats, birds, pigs, guinea pigs, and rabbits. They've been all different breeds and sizes. I am willing to travel to your home so that your pet can stay in a familiar and safe environment for them. I work full time during the summer but am available throughout the day to stop at the house when needed and am available for overnights. I like to meet with potential clients beforehand so that they can get to know me and that I can also learn more about their pets, house, and typical schedules. This creates a foundation of trust that is important to my business.

About: I’ve had over 5 dogs growing up in Florida. Before I moved I helped take care of my sisters 3 fur babies. I’m new to Vermont, new to the professional side of pet care but I’m quick to learn. My full time job as a paramedic means I’m gone for long stretches but when I do have time off I have multiple days in between shifts that I can care for your pet with. I have a very large floor plan in my apartment where your dog/cat can explore and play while maintaining safety. I also have a very large yard for our door activities. I have trained dogs in the past and I am very quick to learn your routine so no training lessons or sessions has been missed.

“Haley is a natural caretaker, an animal lover, and an extremely friendly professional. She is patient, well-rounded, and a very responsible person. Animals are our babies and if you want them to be cared for as such, trust Haley with your pet. She communicates and invests her time with your fur babies. We have two high-maintenance dogs at home and when Haley cares for them over long weekends, I feel so relaxed knowing they are receiving the love they deserve. :)”

“Jade was great! She watched our dog while we were staying at the Woodstock Inn. We went out for dinner and didn't want him to bark and disturb other guests. She arrived on time, took him for a walk, and was flexible with staying a bit longer when I dinner ran later than expected. I would highly recommend Jade.”

“Hannah is a fabulous pet sitter! She watches my 16 year old brown tabby whenever I am out of town. Hannah always takes the time to socialize and play with her in addition to making sure she has fresh water and food, as well as a clean litterbox. Hannah loves all animals, she is great with dogs, too! She goes the extra mile to make sure your pet is comfortable and has whatever they need.”

“Tom has been helping me take care of my dog since I adopted him. He helps with walks, drop-ins, and the occasional overnight if I have to go out of town to see family. He has helped with at-home training as well as leash-walking, as it seems my dog never had that prior to adoption! Tom has been absolutely great to work with and I will definitely be continuing to work with him going forward. He's the type of person you want caring for your pets - he treats them as his own in every case.”

“Mollie was dependable and always quick to respond. I was sent pictures of the animals which set my mind at ease knowing they were well taken care of. Highly recommend”

About: I’ve taken care of pets since I was a kid! My family has always had dogs, and I currently have a cat. Taking care of others’ pets is something I hold near to my heart, because I would want someone like me to look after my pets. I’m an elementary teacher trying to make ends meet. I am sure to spend quality time with your pet while you’re away. You can be sure your pet will have the best care with me (: I am able to get to your pet on time. I am thorough, follow instructions and routines, so you know I’ll care for your pet just as you would!

“I have known Chrisshana for along time I was her Babysitter,I had dogs and she as lil girl loved pups she would feed them and play with them and told her also cleaning up after them was part of having a dog my Pups would be excited when she would come to visit .So would recommend her for this job.”

“Maggie is fantastic! It’s so obvious that she loves animals and what else can you ask for from a pet sitter? She is a very smart and caring young woman and caters to our pets needs. We could not be happier with Maggie and we plan to hire her for all of our future pet sitting needs. Thanks Maggie!”

About: Since I was little, animals have always been my passion. Watching your animals would be a dream come true for me. I have two animals. I have a cat and a leopard gecko that I take care of everyday. I had a family pug that recently passed away due to a rare form of GI disease which I also took care of for 11 years! I would love to have the opportunity to take care of other peoples animals everyday and enjoy it. Animals have always helped me through very tough times especially through anxiety, stress, and depression which I go through a lot in my life. They always know how to make me feel better which is an amazing feeling. I tend to keep your pets happy and safe whenever I am with them :) I’m currently working full time at Riverside Vet Care as a Vet Tech! :) I have two days off which changes throughout the week but I also have some time after work where I’m pretty flexible as well! Communication is very important to me regarding the animals! I’m in the process of moving at the moment but that soon will change. I always make sure my animals are taken care of including feeding and making sure they are active. That includes clients animals as well, they are my number one priority :)

About: I believe I have the characteristics of a caring, trustworthy, responsible human-being. I love dogs/cats and their ability to light someone’s day up. I owned a pug that was 16 years I have watched and taken care of her for my whole life. I currently own a labradoodle who is about 1.5 years old!My uncle, my grandparents, and my neighbors are all the people, that I have dog sit before. I have handled up to three dogs at once, this should speak volume to my responsiblity as a dog sitter. I am a full-time rehab technician at Rutland Regional Medical Center. Weekends I am available and some hours during the weekdays. I love dogs/cats, and really any animals! Thank you for your time and consideration. Pet care is something I do every single day. I work full-time at a hospital, however still find time to take care of my puppy Ollie! We go for walks in the morning and always make time for him. This is something I love to do and would love to do it for other dogs! I have about acre of land and have about a 50 foot lease that is secured to a post that allows my dog to roam freely but most importantly safely. I recently trained my dog and can understand the frustration and patience it can take. So I am happy to adhere to any type of training while visiting with your dog.

About: I've had pets all of my life including many dogs. I currently care for both my own dog and cat. I'm no stranger to reactive dogs as mine tends to have very high energy when he sees another dog. I've taken care of many friends dogs and cats. When I was younger I volunteered at an animal shelter washing all the dogs. I am a huge lover of all animals and care for them as if they were my own. I am available early mornings, late afternoon and night time. I have full day availability Tuesday and Wednesday. I am a ski instructor so it is possible I will have some days more open than others if there are no classes available that day. I can work weekends and holidays. I am very respectful of other owners wishes. I will even cook meals for pets (I do for my own) if the owners request it. As an pet owner myself I know how terrifying it can be to leave your pets with sitters (I wrote a 4 page note last time I went away for an extended time). I will care for your home and fur babies with love and respect. I am open to house sitting if I am able to have my own dog with me as well. We would have to have the dogs meet. I would not leave the dogs alone together either.