Dog Sitting in Swansboro

“Thank you for taking care of Buoy while I was away. Cara was open to a drop-in visit to give my wild man some attention while I traveled. She sent pictures of him of him playing ball and relaxing after playtime.”

April H.

About: My family and I have been breeding Golden Retrievers for the past three years! I have had Goldens since I was little and I kept one from a litter we had in December 2023. I just finished my freshman year at UNC Charlotte and will be home for the summer. I have been dog sitting for people all four of my high school years! I am available all summer! I am looking for a summer job right now but just contact me and will be available to take care of your pup! I offer Drop-In Visits and Dog Walking services and I have a one year old Golden Retriever that can come along with me to play with your dog, if your dog would be okay with other dogs! I will do whatever you need me to do for your fur baby!

“Leigh was the best pup sitter! She was reliable, punctual, caring, flexible and always communicated. I was nervous being away from them, and she always made me feel better when she had her visit with my babies. She even let me know that she thought something was a little off with my Chihuahua. This way I knew to pay a little extra attention to make sure he was OK when I got home.”

Nikki O.

About: With over 10 years of professional experience in dedicated inn-home pet care, we provide a safe, caring, loving and nurturing environment for your beloved companions. I am currently retired. I am available days, night and weekends to provide loving, caring and nurturing care to you special companion(s) in your home. I follow each pet’s normal feeding schedule, treat preferences, and daily routines to keep them happy and comfortable. I maintain consistent potty breaks, walks, and playtime.

“Sandy was great with our dogs!! We were here on vacation and she took them for fantastic walks on the beach. My dogs were so happy! I felt comfortable leaving them in her care. Will definitely hire her again next time we are here..”

Jo G.

About: Experienced with dogs and cats of all ages, I provide reliable, loving care, handle special needs, and keep pets comfortable while keeping owners updated and reassured. My contract job just ended so I have a lot of time available to care for your pups and kitties. I love getting out and walking. When I visit a clients home, I care for their pets like my own making sure they have a good walk if they're a dog freshwater and food and snuggles. With kitties I will happily utilize the enrichment toys you have.

“Megan is a life saver. She always seems to handle my last minute requests and able to handle the logistics even if I mess up on my end. Grateful for her flexibility.”

Tammy M.

About: I have over a year worth of experience working in a dog daycare! This means I have experience bathing, handling, feeding, administering medicine and even breaking up fights. I take pride in my care for the pets and my ability to take note and meet your pets specific needs! I have always loved animals and would love to get to meet and care for your furry babies! I recently moved into the area and I am looking for a way to bring extra income in as well as explore the community more! The environment when your pets are with me will be calm. Unless we’re playing a game of fetch or tug of war! Cuddles too! :)

“Mark came through and helped me out even with a last minute request. He was reliable and readily cared for my geriatric pets and provided them their meds.”

Joyce S.

About: I will provide personal care for your pet.I love all animals and have always had a dog since the age of 5 when my dad brought home Cricket my first puppy.I consider them my 4 legged babies.I will spoil them and love them until they return safely back to you.I currently have a 5 year old medium size dog her name is Ethel. We rescued her from the shelter.She resides patiently beside our 4 rescue cats,Memi,Garfield,Fish,and Chip.I consider it an honor and privledge to take care of animals and really believe God has blessed me with this gift.I assure you I will take care of your baby like it was my own and will go above and beyond to make them as comfortable as possible until you return. I am currently home full time most days so will have plenty of time to play with your fur babies.i am home most weekends also I have a large fenced yard and two friendly dogs to keep your babies company. I am also a cat lover and currently have a very friendly male man coon named Garfield

“Evelyn was awesome and a great help for us! She was able to help us out last minute and was very flexible through the whole process! Would highly recommend her to any family and friends!”

Shane S.

About: I’ve had various pets my whole life. I have helped various neighbors take care of pets while out of town for the weekend or just the day. We love fur babies of all kinds here! I currently work full-time during the week, but live close enough to come home at lunch. On weekends I will be home to give your family member the attention they deserve. I can board and walk any day of the week. Daycare I can do best on weekends to devote my full time to your family member, but can accommodate during the week and come home during lunch. I have a fenced yard and two very loving and playful dogs. I have an extra crate if needed as well as extra dog bowls. During the summer we can put the sprinklers on if your loved one enjoys a good run through the water and provide a bath to come home nice and clean afterwards, if requested.

About: I am very active and fit and able to walk, jog, or even take your dog(s) for a run! I grew up on a ranch in Texas and have had the pleasure of learning the hard work that comes with raising animals - pets inside and outside of the home. I have experience from canine birth to end of life care. I’ve had indoor and outdoor cats and can care for both. I have my own springer spaniel who I love and enjoy taking for walks, hikes, swimming, paddle boarding, etc! I am a work-from-home mom and I am in control of my own daily schedule. I am very flexible with availability and try to accommodate as much as I can! Our family dog is my first child, and he knows it. I treat family pets like they are just that- part of the family! They deserve the love, care, and attention just like anyone else!

“Melissa is great! We met her through the Pocono Pack Walk that she organizes and she is the first person we have had walk Lena ever because we are so careful since Lena is dog selective/reactive.”

Sarah S.

About: ~Registered Dog Trainer~ I have years of experience in caring and helping to care for dogs and cats. Feeding schedules, walking schedules, and bathing. Structured playtime experience with high intelligent animals. In my photos is a pic of a stray I lured in for rescue. Trained in basic obedience, scent, Doggy daycare, and dog walking. Looking for new clients to grow with now. Animal care as my life journey. I hyperfocus on my clients. View many of my photos for my various clients served. I look forward to hearing from you. This aspect is discussed with the client per need, or a created list of specialty needs. A notice of pending issues, and agreed upon access.

About: In my house growing up, we always had a dog and cats. At one time we had 2 dogs, 3 cats, a bunny, 2 birds, and a chinchilla. I learned what a good home for good pet looks like, but I also learned, THEY train US more than we realize. A "good" pet feels safe and trusts the human they're with. A "good boy/girl" doesn't pee inside, because a "good human" takes them out/cleans their litter. A "good boy/girl" feels relaxed at home, because a "good human" gives them the exercise and energy outlets they need during the day! Let me be your "good boy or girl's" "good human" while you're away :) I work flexible 11am-5:00pm days in Swansboro. Midday walks are easy if nearby, otherwise I would love to spend my free time hanging with your best buddy(s) around my easy-to-adjust work days! I have no pets of my own currently, so your home will remain your pet(s)'s sole domain without territory conflict. As for your home space, I'm a very honest, clean, non-smoking human with a lot of love and respect for other people's material belongings, privacy, and vow to honor any requests or considerations. My 3 highest moral values are integrity, respect, and care. It's also a goal of mine that you return back to your home better than you left it! I'm just here to become best friends with your pet(s), but the process of earning your trust simultaneously, is an extra bonus :)

About: I've always had a dog in the family to care for and now I get the pleasure of caring for my "granddogs"! I feel comfortable administering medicines and accommodating special needs your best friend may have! I just recently retired and am looking to fill the hours I would normally be working with jobs from Rover. I am typically available Monday through Thursday but do occasionally shift my schedule to accommodate travelling with my better half! I typically offer services away from my home being that I do not have a fenced in area for play time. I feel more comfortable coming to your fur baby's home to check in on them.

About: I love animals! I have had a dog or cat most of my life. I currently have Rocco, my 6 mth old golden retriever. He is the love of my life, outside of my wife. I am fit & I love the water. I love paddleboarding, boating, fishing & taking Rocco to the ocean where he jumps waves & says hi to everyone!! I have experience in grooming, training, administering medications and anything else your pet may need. My dog, prior to Rocco, was a cockapoo, named Winston, who was a part of our family until he was 18 yrs old. During his senior years he had special needs and required administration of Meds & a lot of TLC! I kept my sons two golden retrievers for a week at a time. I also made home visits to other people. I have let their dogs out, sometimes two times a day where we played fetch, walked them & gave them lots of love & affection. I will show your fur baby the same love. Let me show you how much your pet will love me!🐶 I have a very flexible schedule. I am looking for ongoing long-term set schedules but I will take one time visits as well.. I am home most of the time unless I'm in the water. I love taking my golden to the beach so he can jump the waves. Since I'm only 5 minutes from the ocean I dont need to travel much so my availability is wide open. I have a fenced back yard that is perfect for your fur baby. I live in a dog friendly neighborhood where most of the dogs know each other when we walk our golden. My golden loves to swim in my pool & jump waves at the ocean. We live 5 minutes from the beach. Dogs love to walk & meet & greet there. My golden is very friendly to other dogs. He plays with them until he wears completely out.

About: I started dog walking/sitting dogs of all kinds/ages at the age of 16! I’m currently a dog mama to my 1 year old Australian Shepherd/Labrador Retriever mix named October, and my 6 month old Golden Retriever named Dexter. October is my little ball of energy and is constantly keeping me on my feet, so I am very active and familiar with energetic and high maintenance breeds. I love dogs of all kinds and sizes, and have a widespread experience of catering to the needs of all dogs including those who require daily medication and special care. I’m currently a hairstylist full time with a schedule that allows me to have some flexibility. I am always willing to try to accommodate to your schedules if i’m able to during my scheduled work hours. My life currently revolves around my pups, which means my house & everything else in my environment is completely puppy/dog proofed to provide the upmost safe environment for my dogs and others.

About: I’ve cared to dogs since I was 12, beginning with family pets and expanding to neighbors and friends. I helped raise a littler of ten black lab puppies, ensuring they received proper nutrition and constant affection. I’ve cared for many breeds in a variety of settings, including watching and managing up to 5 black labs at once, taking them on structured walks, playing with there favorite toys and keeping their routines calm and consistent. My experience cover feeding schedules, baths, crate safety and off leash play. I am currently a student at coastal Carolina community college as a dental assisting student. Mondays and Thursday I get out of class at 11:40 and 12:50. Tuesdays I arrive at school @11 and leave @3:40, Wednesdays 8-2:40 and Fridays 10-2:40. On weekends I’m available and times after school. I have a back yard, not fenced in. Pets in my home are not treated bad, not screamed at or hit to be punished. They are always treated like my own, with cuddles, little snacks if allowed and plenty of play time. They would go on walks and be seen by other individuals for petting if the owner is comfortable.