House Sitting in Southwood Acres

“Samantha is kind, knowledgeable, entirely reliable and more than fluent reader and astute observer of pups: a truly gifted person. She kept us up to date with photos and stories & we were reassured by her care and insight.”

D. & John B.

“Mary stayed with our 6 pets and managed our home very well when we traveled for a week. We got lots of pictures and videos and our pets were well cared for. I can definitely recommend Mary for your pet care and I will use her again next time we have need.”

Alice B.

“We’ve used Annie before and I’m so happy to know that my dogs have someone loving to care for them when we’re gone! You can tell she really loves dogs and gives each of my boys the attention and love they need. Will continue to use her for all family travel!!”

Kacie W.

“Sammy cared for our pets several full days and nailed their routines and playtime. She texted updates and sent pics regularly. Our dog and cat are quite needy and Sammy made them feel secure and happy. We felt relieved and assured they were in great hands, and she willingly took care of minor home issues that came up. Her experience and love for pets - both dogs and cats, was evident.”

Nancy F.

“Haley is AMAZING. She just stayed at our place and watched our 6 month old pup for a week while we were gone on vacation. Our puppy is super active and Haley was phenomenal with her. She communicated so well with us, gave us updates and kept Maisie on her routine. When we got home, Maisie was so happy and we could tell she was loved while we were gone. We will definitely use Haley again and recommend you hire her too!”

Kate M.

“Adara did a fabulous job caring for our fur baby, Toby, in our home when we went away for the weekend! Toby is a bit (ok, VERY) quirky, and he doesn't do well with changes to his routine. Adara went above and beyond when caring for him. We felt very comfortable with her in our home, as well. Toby gives Adara a 10/10 for pet sitting, and so do we!”

Carolyn B.

“Aston was great! He handled out three dogs and one cat for a 7 day vacation. He was very good with them and they were quite relaxed when we returned home. We will definitely use him again.”

Diane S.

“Annina was amazing! She took such great care of Emma—attentive, responsible, and clearly a true animal lover. We got regular updates and photos, which gave us total peace of mind while we were away. Emma came back happy, relaxed, and clearly well-loved. Highly recommend Annina to anyone looking for a reliable and caring sitter!”

Elizabeth C.

“Thank you for communicating with me throughout your stay. I’m really glad to have feedback on how my dog is doing and what additional support I need to give him. I really look forward to you sitting with him again.”

Deb C.

“We had a great experience leaving our pup with Shea! She stayed in our home, and we could barely tell she'd been here when we got back (the main sign was clean dishes in the dishwasher!) - very respectful of our home. She sent us daily photos and updates, which is always reassuring. We would definitely have her back, and would recommend her to others. 😊”

Emilee L.

About: Even before my family adopted our beloved cat, Tiger, and dog, Uschi, — who lived to be 17 and 18 years old respectively — I was my neighborhood’s go-to pet sitter starting at age 8. As an avid traveler, I have understand how stressful it is to leave your beloved furry family behind, especially when they have special needs. Whether leaving town for a well-earned vacation or tending to urgent family matters, it’s imperative to have peace of mind that your pet is in loving, caring hands. I provided solo care for my geriatric cat and dog in the final year of their lives and truly experienced the range of treatment requirements that often occur. Without the trusted help of family and friends, it would have been impossible to take necessary work trips during that time and I seek to provide the same care to whomever I can. While this stage of my life doesn’t allow me have another cat or dog, I hope that I can bring my skills to help your family when you need! I am in a transitory period between jobs (overseas) and am thus at the disposal of your pets’ requirements. Every animal requires different intervals of care and I can accommodate almost anything. I can do just about anything your pet needs: crating, administering meds, putting a diaper and suspenders on (as I did for my sweet dog)… you name it, I have either done it or can easily learn. It is important that their routine and care continues even in your absence!

“Beyond thrilled with how loved all..ALL of our animals were. Even our dog who cowers from anyone but his family was loving in them. So so incredibly happy our animals got to meet someone, aside from us, who genuinely loves animals! Highly recommend!”

Juliette D.

“Rachael is a total natural with dogs. From the moment she walked in, our dogs responded positively to her warm, easygoing vibe, and we just knew we had made the right choice. Rachael was highly responsive to messages and provided multiple updates (with pics!) that showed us that she clearly “got” each of our dogs’ personalities/quirks. I don’t even thinks the dogs missed us, they were too busy basking in the attention of their sweet new friend who ensured they had the predictable comforts of their daily routines. Rachael was everything you could ask for, from someone staying in your home with your precious pets.”

Rachael S.

“Kay stayed with our three pups on very short notice. I’m so grateful we found him. Kay was great with communication, we came home to happy pups and a clean home. We highly recommend Kay.”

Shannon T.

“Hannah was very responsive and easy to work with. Our puppy loved her and was very calm around her. She updated us regularly throughout her stay.”

Jessica K.

About: I have taken care of 3 dogs, 2 cats and 10 chickens over the past 30 years and provide service in Naples FL and in Boston MA I am available Thursdays, fridays, and Saturdays in Naples FL, but very flexible depending on your needs. Do not hesitate to call me, I can give your pup the time and love he deserves. I would prefer to come to your home, only because my home is not fenced in, but could keep the dog on a leash at all times outside

About: I’ve had all kinds of different dogs and cats throughout my life and am part of a big family which has the same, let alone my animal sitting experience with ages ranging from babies to some senior pups. I’ve never met an animal I didn’t love:) I’m currently working part time while finishing my college degree, but definitely have time to meet some new furry friends! Look forward to meeting you and your fluff ball and being able to provide some extra love to your fur pets!:) I think it’s important to get to know your pets needs and I understand the importance of consistency for fur babies. Willing to do whatever makes you and your fur baby most comfortable while providing some extra love and pets:)

“Ayana was great! She took care of my boy and handles a couple challenges well. Very friendly person overall which made me so comfortable! Thanks Ayana!!”

Caitlin C.

About: I was inspired to become a pet sitter after my experience as a volunteer, fostering and carrying for dogs at a local dog rescue. It was a great experience and have always wanted to work with dogs more frequently. I have always had at least 2 dogs growing up, but this was the first time I saw the positive impact I could have on dogs that needed some extra help and love to thrive. From that point on, I’ve had a passion for caring for animals, and it is truly one of my favorite pastimes! If I could spend every waking moment in the presence of a dog, I would be the happiest man alive, and being a pet sitter brings me one step closer! I have had a good variety of experience with lots of different breeds and situations throughout my work with them. I started as a volunteer for a dog rescue agency, where I would foster dogs during the week and get them ready for the adoption events on the weekends. Many of the dogs I fostered were timid, anti-social, and even aggressive, and it was my job to socialize them with my dogs and family so they could be ready for their forever home! I have had experience with almost all dog breeds, including ones commonly referred to as aggressive (Pitbull, Dalmatian), and I have no problem caring for any dog of any breed. Lastly, this past summer I was a professional dog walker for a small agency in my hometown. I had 5-7 daily walks, in addition to overnight stays on the weekends. Although I will be the primary caregiver for your pup, I do live with some roommates. Currently, I am living with three other gentleman who are all students with me at Catholic University. All of them were raised with dogs in their families, and they are all absolutely dog lovers. They are very excited to have dogs around more often, as it is a big stress reliever to play and give love to a dog. Our house is always happy to bring new pups into the fold! While under my care, your dog will be treated as if they are my own. I will shower your dog with love and attention, and try to maintain the same routine they would have when they are with you. I know that dogs are creatures of habit, so we’ll make sure their time with us is as close to their time at home as possible. I can and will provide updates for you while you are away, and I am very flexible with any other requests if need be! Please let me know how I can spoil your pup and make them as happy as possible!

About: I’ve lived with and taken care of animals my whole life. I grew up in a house with 3 cats so I’m very used to a lot of love and also chaos. However I always loved dogs and have now been living with my pup for about 2 years. She is the sweetest and I love taking care of her. She receives medication every day as well as monthly treatments for flea and tick. I would love to meet and take care of your little friends too. I also have some experience taking care of chickens and small birds. I’m currently working part time with a pretty flexible schedule. This allows me to be able to watch pets every day of the week. I’m more than happy to try to figure something out so I can be available to stop in as often as need be. I take the safety and comfort of pets very seriously. I have a dog who is very reactive and anxious around other dogs. I have a lot of practice noticing when a dog feels uncomfortable or irritated. I also have a good amount of experience controlling an aggressive dog safely. But I’ve also handled and watched dogs that were cuddle bugs, I love nothing more than to relax all day with a fur baby on my chest.