Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In San Rafael Hills
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About: My experience with my German Shepherd and Belgian Malinois equips and 4+ years and hundreds of clients equips me to provide exceptional care for dogs of all ages and energy levels. My lifelong dedication to dogs drives my commitment to their well-being • Advanced Training Skills: Proficient in prong and e-collar techniques, I specialize in obedience and behavior training for high-drive breeds like my German Shepherd and Belgian Malinois. I use positive reinforcement alongside these tools to ensure clear communication and effective results. • Puppy Training: I’m skilled in puppy socialization, house training, and foundational commands, helping young dogs develop into confident, well-mannered adults. • High-Energy Breed Expertise: My background with working breeds ensures I can meet the physical and mental demands of active dogs through structured walks, games, and enrichment. • Personalized, Reliable Care: I tailor my approach to each dog’s needs and provide detailed updates to keep owners informed. Weekly Flexibility: I maintain an adaptable schedule to accommodate clients’ needs, including last-minute bookings. My proven reliability guarantees consistency for both clients and their pets. I have a full fenced large backyard and dogs are always supervised. I also make sure to keep everything clean and sanitized with dog friendly products
About: I’ve had animals in my life for as long as I can remember, from growing up with a cat to horseback riding, owning a horse, helping care for other people’s horses, walking friends’ dogs and having dogs of my own, including a German shepherd and two dachshunds. I currently don’t have pets, which is a big reason I’m signing up for Rover. I miss having animals around and would love to help care for yours. I’m an avid walker and hiker, so getting in my steps with a furry companion sounds wonderful. I’m comfortable with both larger and small dogs, and I also love cats, whether that means cuddling, giving them space or simply making sure they are well cared for. While I’m new to pet sitting through Rover, I’m a responsible, competent and trusted animal lover. Having had my own dogs, I know how much it means to find someone reliable and kind to care for your furry family members while you’re at work or on vacation. I’m a semi-retired freelancer with a flexible schedule and plenty of availability throughout the day. I prefer early morning through mid-afternoon visits, but will try to be accommodating according to your schedule. I don’t have a fenced yard and am not able to host pets in my home, but I’m very happy to come to you for drop-in visits, cat care and neighborhood walks. I love getting outside with dogs and am equally happy to to spend indoor time with cats.

About: I grew up with two dogs and currently have a cat, so I have years of hands on experience caring for both dogs and cats. My dogs are still an important part of my life, and caring for them has taught me the importance of patience, consistency, and understanding each pet's unique personality and needs. I am comfortable with feeding, walking, playtime, cleaning up after pets, and making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved. I treat every pet as if they were my own and will provide plenty of attention, care, and companionship while you're away. 🐾 I'm a college student with a flexible schedule, which allows me to dedicate plenty of time and attention to pet care throughout the week. I can accommodate feeding schedules, playtime, litter box cleaning, walks, and check ins while making sure pets receive the care and companionship they need. Since I genuinely enjoy spending time with animals, pet care fits naturally into my daily routine and I make it a priority to provide reliable, attentive care for every pet. 🐾 For drop in visits, I care for pets in the comfort of their own home where they feel safest and most relaxed. I follow each pet's routine by providing fresh food and water, cleaning litter boxes or taking dogs out for potty breaks, playtime, exercise, and plenty of attention. I always respect your home's rules and make sure doors, gates, and windows are secure before leaving. Whether your pet is energetic and playful or prefers a calmer approach, I adapt to their needs to ensure they feel comfortable, safe, and well cared for while you're away. 🐾🐶🐱
“Jane is awesome! We have a reactive Chihuahua and Jane handled our first meeting with patience and a great attitude. We're looking forward to continue working together and providing our dog with a trustworthy caretaker”

About: What’s the most important thing all dog owners want to know before entrusting their dogs to a stranger? Well first of all I’m from Jersey. I’ll play with your dog, make sure they’re happy, take them on a walk, not lose them, and feed them only what you tell me to feed them. No human food, I promise. Unless of course that’s in your list of food to give them. Of course hydrate them as well. I know the do’s and don’ts of a dog’s diet since I have 2 of my own. I’ve also been fostering dogs on and off for the past 3 years. I am known to be reliable and responsible, so I can assure you that you can rest easy with leaving your dog(s) in my care. Or if you have a cat, I also get along super well with them since I also have 2 of my own! I work from home so I do have some flexibility or if you need eyes on your little one for long hours I will also be able to do that. I do have 2 cats so I have pet gates up to separate my cats from any dogs. The dogs get free roaming of the living room which tends to be enough for my two dogs plus any friends they’ve had over. Routine in my home is key. At your home, I’ll stick to your routine and respect your house rules. Whatever you require, it will be respected.
About: I have 20+ years of experience caring for dogs of all ages, including puppies and seniors. I offer dog sitting, walks, check-ins, and medication administration, providing reliable, loving care. Pet care fits naturally into my routine, with availability early mornings and evenings during the week, midday visits from 12–1 PM depending on location, and flexible, open availability on weekends. I provide care that follows their routines closely. I prioritize safety, clear communication, secure environments, and attentive supervision to ensure pets feel comfortable, calm, and well cared for.
About: I have experience caring for all sorts of pets including big and small dogs, cats, rodents and reptiles. I love being around animals and have a great understanding of what they might be telling us through body language and visual cues. I grew up with no less than 3 dogs in the house at a time. Caring for neighborhood pets, nanny family’s pets and friend’s pets. Although I feel comfortable around pets, my approach is always calm, cautious and respectful. I will make sure your furry friend feels comfortable and safe. I am available weekdays in the early afternoon and some weekends. I have a full time job that finishes early in the day and need some extra income and something nice to do in my free time. I always care for clients pets based off of information I gather ahead of time about the pet as well as visual cues that the pet is signaling. My approach is always observant, calm and respectful of the pet’s needs.
“Brandi was absolutely amazing! We’re new kitten parents, so we were a bit anxious about leaving our babes with someone new, but she went above and beyond from the very first visit. She kept us updated every check-in, sent multiple photos, and took such wonderful care of them. We could tell they felt safe, loved, and totally comfortable with her. We’re so grateful for Brandi and would 100% book with her again!”

About: For half my life I've spent caring for precious pooches. 🐶🐕🐩 Pups can instantly sense that I truly love them & they feel at home right away. 🥰 While your pup is with me, they're treated like Royalty!👑 I specialize in caring for SENIORS.👴👵 I'm retired and can devote my time to caring for my guest pups 24/7. I schedule no appointments while my pup guests are with me & my groceries are delivered by Amazon Fresh. He/she will have my FULL care & attention. Their safety is paramount. I never let a dog out free in the yard, they're ALWAYS on leash with me. I follow owner's rules & give nutrition & treats brought from home. Bedtime is sleeping in their crate, or their bed or on MY bed, whatever they like to assure that they're kept calm, reassured & safe throughout the night. Can't wait to meet your fur baby! 🐶
“Eliana, once again, took great care of Bella. She was also super responsive when I had to contact her over a mix up with someone else getting access to the house.”

“Alina was very good at updating me and made me feel comfortable with leaving the cats for the time I was gone. She followed instructions well and made sure to let me know of anything I needed to know regarding my cats while I was away. I would recommend her!”
“If you’re looking for a pet sitter who you can trust and will go above and beyond. Pixie was amazing with my cat Mo, took plenty of pictures and videos. Leaving our cat for a couple days was stressful, but Pixie made it a breeze and we knew she was in good hands.”

About: Over the years I have taken care of my family, friends and of course my own animals. I have had experience with a majority of dog breeds. I have taken care & bottle fed puppies and kittens and given medication to dogs. When I am caring for your fur family, I will follow your schedule and any commands you may be trying to teach. I am kind, patient, caring and will keep your pup safe and happy. I love walking, playing, and will show your pup lots of love. My senior dog can’t play much any more so I would love to have some awesome dogs I can walk, play with, and keep company awhile you are away. I work two jobs, so your pup may be alone between four to six hours but I ALWAYS keep families updated with my schedule and of course lots of pictures. I currently do not provide care in my home. So I always follow your house rules. I make sure not only is your animals safe and cared for but also your home.
About: I have pets of my own. I see pets as part of family so the care I provide is same as for my fuzzy love bugs, lots of luv and snuggles and maybe some extra treats if permitted ;) I know what’s it like to be away from your fuzzy friends so I will provide regular updates if you wish so. Available on weekdays/ weekends- mostly flexible schedule. Can stay overnight if needed, available on holidays. Can stop by for short time to check on your pets, play with them and feed them. I am available to stop by, walk/feed and care for your dogs or cats. I am also available to stay overnight if you are traveling and need full time care for your pets.

“It was such a relief to have Chelsea stopping in on our cat Murphy! Chelsea was able to administer a pill orally and gave us such peace of mind. Murphy was calm and happy with her check ins. She’s on top of details- gave us a heads up when Murphy came down with a little sneezing our last day away. Very very happy to have met Chelsea and looking forward to Murphy being well looked after for future stays!”

San Rafael Hills pet parents share their Rover experiences
Lucine has been amazing with my cats. She is incredibly responsible, communicative, and clearly cares about them. My cats absolutely love her, which gives me so much peace of mind whenever I’m away. She always goes above and beyond, and I know both my cats and my home are in great hands when she’s there. I always come home to happy cats and would gladly book with her again. Highly recommend!

Kaylah was so gentle and great towards moomoo! She was cautious not to get too close as he gets anxious and took her time getting go know him. We had a non stressful vacation knowing we were in such great hands. Every report was detailed loaded with a bunch of photos. I would highly recommend booking Kaylah to take care of your precious fur babies!

Wow. I cannot say enough about how wonderful the experience was having Alex look after my 2 kittens. It’s always stressful to be away from pets, but all of the positive reviews I read about Alex turned out to be true. He gave detailed reports of his interactions with my little guys and sent lots of photos. This gave me so much reassurance that all was well. I recommend Alex 100% if you want the very best care for your fur babies.

Barbara is the best sitter! She takes care of my cat Lancelot every time we travel. She gives him a lot of love and affection, and will go far and beyond to take care of unexpected things that happen when you travel (like plumbing issues). Thank you, Barbara!

Tomoko was a great pet sitter for my senior cat. She is very kind, generous, and accommodating, and my cat was genuinely cared for while i was away. She sent very detailed updates and took great pictures. I felt so safe that my cat was in her capable hands and I will gladly book her services again next time.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I can’t recommend Anna enough! She took amazing care of Gabby and Maui treated them with so much love, attention, and responsibility. I felt completely at ease knowing pets were in such good hands. She was very attentive, kind, and reliable, kept me updated, and genuinely cared about their comfort and well-being. It’s clear that she truly loves animals and takes her work seriously. I would absolutely trust her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and dependable pet sitter. Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of Gabby and Maui! 🐾💛

Ritzwi & Ben were wonderful from start to finish. They were always on time, very communicative, and incredibly kind. When heavy rains caused some minor basement flooding, they went above and beyond to help us manage it, which meant a lot and gave us real peace of mind. Most importantly, they were so sweet and attentive with our cats—clearly thinking about their comfort and happiness, not just checking a box. They made time for play, pets, and genuine care. We’d happily trust them with our home and pets again.

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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in San Rafael Hills.
Rover makes it easy to find San Rafael Hills pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
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