Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In San Rafael Hills
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“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.”
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 provide dependable, loving care with great communication, daily photo updates and a calm approach. I follow every detail so your pet feels safe happy and understood. Pet care naturally fits into my daily schedule because I plan my day around walks, feeding, and check ins. I’m very consistent and make sure each pet gets focused attention At my home pets enjoy a relaxed space regular walks, and constant supervision. When caring for pets in a client’s home, I respect their routines. Keep everything tidy and make sure each pet receives personalized care and plenty of love.
About: I've lived with dogs my whole life and feel comfortable with any size! I love to take dogs on walks and will adjust to their energy level. I'm currently working part time online, so I have a lot of flexibility in the day for walks or relaxing with your pup! Please reach out, I'm sure we can find a time that works. I am respectful, clean, and polite! I treat my client's homes with dignity and play or relax with your dog according to their individual needs.
“Alina dropped in for my two cats while I was out of town for a week. She was super sweet, communicative, and professional. My cats warmed up to her quickly and they were well taken care of. Thank you!”
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.
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: 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! 🐶
“Amari did a great job of caring for our two cats while we were away. She followed all instructions, and when we got home the place felt like we’d just left. They seemed in a good mood too!”
“Alex is awesome! He is very kind, professional, and knowledgeable about cats behavioral patterns and needs. He has a very calming demeanor which put us and our cats at the ease. My cat Haiiro requires medications and fluids daily, and Alex had no issue with administering either. He was very respectful of our home, asking if shoes were okay and even taking our trash out on the last day. He followed directions to the letter and gave the best updates (infused with a little humor) which we loved reading! Our cats were in excellent hands, and we will most definitely book Alex again!”
“Ali was absolutly amazing with our three cats. She sent wonderful updates and was so caring towards all of them. Really happy. We hope she will be able to look after them again sometime in the future! ?”
About: We have 5 years of experience with petsitting and have grown up with dogs. We feel comfortable with dogs of any breed or size! * Note: While this is my individual profile, all stay will be done alongside my boyfriend, Andrew. This joint-care allows for someone to always be home with your pets (More information about this in the "Important to know" section). We will happily set up meet and greets/ video calls prior to stays in order to ease comfortability! My day with your pet would look like morning walkies and breakfast, and of course - mandatory snuggles. Potty breaks and play time throughout the day and night. We will make sure to make your pets feel safe and secure with us during your time away. While you're away, we will make sure your pet gets plenty of potty breaks (and pets). I am happy to take them on walks and provide them company with snuggles and play time.
“Suzy was a great drop-in sitter for our 8-yr-old cat, Louis while my husband and I were out of town for a week. She came in every other day to fill his food bowl, scoop his litter box and give him lots of needed cuddles and play time in our absence. She followed all drop-in instructions, communicated thoroughly and always sent photos of their time together. Would love to hire her again!”
“Casey has been very patient with getting to know our anxious rescue dog, she takes the time to learn his routines and sets him up to feel comfortable. They got along right away as Casey has great energy and understands how to communicate well with dogs and read body language.”
“Ru is so kind and loving with our cats, they immediately accepted her into their tribe 😻. Her communication is great, and she was very accommodative when my schedule changed at the last minute. Ru is our “go to” cat sitter. Thanks!!!”
“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!”
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Another great visit with Alex. We were away for about a week and came back to an apartment that looked like we never left. I genuinely don’t know how he does it. The cats were happy and relaxed, honestly like they didn’t miss us at all, which says everything. He stayed on top of all the feeding instructions we left, which we really appreciated, and made sure everything was handled exactly as requested. He also kept us posted on little things around the apartment, including the Roomba, making sure it was emptied, reset, and charging so it could keep running while we were gone. That level of attention makes a big difference. We always feel at ease leaving our home and pets with Alex. Really grateful for him and all the care he puts into it.
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.
It’s been a little while since we’ve had Narin check in on our cat, Susie. Nothings changed! Narin is still the same reliable, punctual and detail oriented sitter she was when we first left a review. Cannot recommend her enough. We love knowing we don’t have to remind her that we’re leaving. She always has us scheduled and always comes in time! Our cat is happy every time we step back into the house.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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.
Highly highly recommend booking Ruby for your next trip. This is our third or fourth(?) time booking Ruby for an out of town trip and I cannot stress how much of a relief it is to leave our little kitty with someone he has grown to really love and to not worry about him at all. As always, Ruby goes above and beyond in her care and communication. She's super responsive and we look forward to getting little report cards where it is clear that Cantaloupe gets all of Ruby's love and attention during her drop-ins with him, and that she really intentionally spends time him doing all his favorite activities: chasing lasers, getting brushed, the occasional treat. It's been so fun to see Cantaloupe bond more with her after every trip. Thanks again Ruby - we appreciate you ❤️
We’re so thankful we found Maria to care for Odin and Loki. She was on time, kept us in the loop, and the boys were clearly happy and relaxed with her. From the first meeting, it was obvious she had a natural way with dogs, and we felt comfortable. She stayed responsive to our questions and made the whole experience stress-free. Truly grateful for her help — we’d happily book with her again and highly recommend her!
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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
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- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
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