Dog Sitting Tea

About: I grew up on a farm and always had dogs and cats growing up. Friends have trusted me with caring for their dogs multiples times. It is always exciting to meet other pets! Excited to meet your furry friend! I have a full time job working 7:30-4 on weekdays. But am flexible in the evenings depending on the time of year with other activities I have going on I like to spend time with your pet so they can become friendly with me and not scared. I like to make sure they have fun during my time with them!

About: I have been a nanny and dog sitter for 8+ years. I have experience with all sizes and ages of pets. I enjoy taking care and spending time with animals. I love getting to know their personalities. I am a freelance artist, my current schedule is pretty flexible. I open currently to new clients that are looking for drop in visits or walks. Since I have pets of my own, I am only open to walking and watching pets in their own home. I enjoy understanding animals and how to make them comfortable.

“She’s the best! We love getting pictures when we’re away from home. We can tell the pups love her!”

Rachel H.

“She is awesome! I trust her with my dogs and she sends great updates about them during her visit. Will definitely book again.”

Cassidy H.

About: I’m a lifelong dog owner with extensive experience caring for pups of all ages, sizes, and needs. For six years, I fostered dogs ranging from tiny puppies to senior and special-needs dogs, giving me a deep understanding of different temperaments and care requirements. I also volunteered with the Humane Society for five years, including three years on the Board of Directors, which strengthened my commitment to animal welfare. At home, I currently have three dogs—a small, medium, and giant breed (English Mastiff!)—so I’m comfortable with everything from gentle companions to big, energetic pups. Your dog will be cared for with the same patience, attention, and love I give my own. I’ve structured my schedule specifically to be available for lunchtime drop-ins and walks during the week. This allows me to give dogs a reliable midday break when their owners can’t make it home. I also keep my weekends fully open, so I can provide flexible care, extra visits, or longer walks as needed. Caring for animals is a natural part of my daily life, and I’m happy to build my routine around giving pets the attention and consistency they deserve. When caring for pets in my client’s home, I follow your routine as closely as possible to keep your dog comfortable and stress-free. I make sure they get fresh water, a potty break, and any feeding or medications they need. I take the time to give them attention, playtime, and reassurance so they feel relaxed and safe while you’re away. I’m careful to respect your home, follow all instructions you provide, and keep things clean and tidy. I also send updates and photos so you always know how your pet is doing. My goal is to provide calm, consistent care that helps your pet feel secure in their familiar environment.

“She was very accommodating and flexible last minute for us! She’s super quick to respond! Didn’t have any issues!! Would love to have her watch Blue again sometime.”

Courtney

About: Hi! I'm a lifelong dog lover who's been around big dogs my entire life, so I'm comfortable with pups of all sizes and personalities. I genuinely love spending time with dogs—whether that means long walks, playtime, or giving lots of belly rubs and attention. As a nurse, I'm dependable, attentive, and always put safety first. I'll care for your pup like they're my own and make sure they have a fun, happy, and stress free experience! 🐾🤍 I’m a full time nurse but am free 4/7 days of the week! Love taking care of all dogs !! Used to random hours (early or late) so whenever needed! For everyone's safety and comfort, I provide care in your home and neighborhood rather than my own. I'm happy to come to your home for walks, drop-in visits, and plenty of playtime, so your pup can stay comfortable in their familiar environment while receiving the attention and care they deserve. :)

“Jamie does a fantastic job with our dogs, Ramzi and Cece! She genuinely enjoys spending time with them and always lets us know how the visit went.”

James T.

About: I’ve been caring for pets for over five years and genuinely love spending time with animals of all ages and personalities. Friends, family, and neighbors have trusted me to walk, feed, play with, administer medications when needed, and provide lots of love and attention while they’re away. I’m experienced with puppies, senior dogs, and pets with unique routines. My background in healthcare has taught me patience, responsibility, and attention to detail, so you can trust that your pet will be safe, comfortable, and cared for as if they were my own. I believe every pet deserves kindness, consistency, and plenty of affection. My schedule is flexible, allowing me to provide dependable care throughout the week, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays with advance notice. I understand how important consistency is for pets, and I’ll make sure they receive plenty of exercise, attention, playtime, and affection while keeping their routine as close to normal as possible. Your pet’s safety and comfort are my top priorities. I’ll follow your pet’s routine, feeding schedule, exercise needs, and any special instructions exactly as provided. I’ll keep your home clean and secure, provide regular updates with photos, and make sure your pet feels safe, loved, and stress-free while you’re away. I treat every home with respect and every pet like they’re part of my own family.

“Paris was very sweet and loving. Ella loved her and she took very good care of my babies”

Michal B.

About: What sets me apart from other sitters is that I work from home full time. This gives me the flexibility to be there for your pup throughout the day while still managing my workload responsibly. Your dog will enjoy having someone around to give them attention, playtime, and the personal care they deserve! Working from home makes pet care easy for me to fit in, since I can handle walks, feeding, and playtime during breaks while still giving the pets constant supervision without disrupting my work. I live in a one-bedroom apartment where I can host pets, and I’m also able to provide walks and potty breaks. I’m flexible and always open to clear communication with owners.

About: I’ve owned and cared for dogs my entire life and currently have one of my own, along with experience caring for guinea pigs. I’m comfortable with dogs of all ages, sizes, and temperaments—from energetic puppies to senior dogs who need a gentler pace. What sets me apart is my calm, patient approach that dogs naturally gravitate toward. I have experience administering medication, handling reactive dogs, and providing long, engaging walks tailored to each dog’s needs. I’m highly detail-oriented and committed to following your pet’s routine closely so they feel safe, comfortable, and right at home. I also prioritize quick, clear communication, so you’ll always feel informed and at ease while you’re away. I work full-time from home in Sioux Falls, which allows me to provide a calm, consistent environment and give pets attention throughout the day. While I’m typically working until 6 PM Monday through Friday, I’m able to incorporate check-ins into my day as my work schedule is flexible. Before and after work, I dedicate time to walks, play, feeding, and any specific care your pet needs. My evenings are relaxed and centered around making sure pets feel comfortable, exercised, and settled. On weekends, I have more flexibility for longer walks, extra playtime, and maintaining your pet’s routine. I tailor my care to each pet’s individual needs, whether they’re staying in my home or I’m caring for them in yours. I focus on keeping their routine as consistent as possible, including feeding schedules, walks, playtime, and any specific instructions you provide. In a client’s home, I’m respectful of your space and committed to maintaining your pet’s normal routine so they feel secure in their familiar environment. I’m experienced with administering medication, handling reactive dogs, and adjusting care for puppies or senior pets as needed.

About: I love animals, being around them playing with them and making them feel as if they were at there own home, and making sure they are happy and comfortable. I’m a stay at home mom, I bring my daughter on walks and sometimes go to the park, we like to stay home sometimes and just chill out on colder days. I like to play with dogs and my baby loves the company of dogs, I can crate them when needed if that’s how you do things, I’d keep them on there schedule that they would normally have at home.

About: I’ve been pet sitting for friends, family and their referrals for the last 10 years. I have had many different kinds of animals of my own as well, including large and small breeds of dogs, cats, bunnies, guinea pigs, hamsters and fish - so I have experience with all of these animals and know how to properly care for each of them. I have handled pets of all temperaments from the super friendly and cuddly to those that prefer to be left alone, and I love them all! It is a honor to be able to spend time making an animal’s life happier! Drop ins I am available - 5am-7am, 11am - 2pm, and 5:30pm-10:30pm any day. I do drop ins for meals and potty breaks and walks requested throughout their day in those windows of time so no meal is missed! My love for animals is infinite and protecting them is my natural instinct. I will always be aware of our surroundings, checking the yard to make sure it is clear before they go out as well as being aware of who is around us while out walking. I will ask lots of questions in the meet and greets about their behaviors, likes/dislikes, dominant or protective instincts and how they handle other adults, children and animals. I want your pets to be as safe, calm, happy and fulfilled as possible while you are away and for my clients to feel at ease and comfortable that their pets are doing well at home.

“Brianna took such good care of my dog and left very informative messages. I knew my fur baby was in good hands!”

Tricia S.

About: I've grown up basically my whole life taking care of family dogs and hanging out with neighbors and friends dogs. About 3 years ago I finally got my own dog, Mowgli, and we both love meeting new furry friends! We love going for long walks, playing catch and cooking together. I work full time but have a flex schedule, so when I don't have meetings scheduled at the office I work from home. If I am working at the office I always take the dogs on long walks in the morning and then come home during lunch to go for a quick walk and then another long walk after work. However, when dog sitting I tend to work from home during those days :) I tend to leave the water bowl always full for the dogs whenever they feel thirsty and then have a schedule of feeding them 3 times a day (with a couple treats here and there). I love just chilling with the dogs - especially outside when the weather is nice to get some vitamin D. Again, absolutely LOVE going on walks so there will be plenty of those :)

“Matt was very attentive and went above and beyond while he cared for my two large dogs. It was a relief to know that my dogs were in good hands while I was away for a week. I would not hesitate to rebook with Matt in the future or refer him to friends and family in need of pet sitting services.”

Kenny P.

About: I have experience with all types, ages, and sizes of dogs. I also have experience with training and medication deliver for dogs. I currently have a 5 year old small shih tzu, named Lily, and she loves having friends over. We love being outside and playing as much as we can. Your best friend will definitely have a good time hanging out with us. Your dog will receive plenty of attention and love that they deserve. We live close to our family farm so there is plenty of room and wide open space for us to head out there to play. Your dog will definitely have plenty to do hanging out with me and Lily. We would definitely love to have you and your best friend over! My husband, Wyatt, and i teamwork a routine for the dogs! We will make sure that each dog gets the time and attention they need. We both work outside of the house but will always make sure the dogs are taken care of. We take many precautions to keep all dogs safe. We start with slow introductions and making sure everyone is comfortable. We also never leave the dogs together unattended. If we ever do need to step out for a minute, we make sure they are separated and in a safe place. We also make sure all dogs are leashed when outside. While most dogs stay close, we just like to make sure they don’t run off in an unfamiliar neighborhood.

About: My husband and I got our own dog, Indie, about 2 years ago! We know how important it is to feel confident and secure in the person who is caring for your fur baby. I will treat your pup like my own and do everything I can to put your mind at ease :) I will have lots of free time to spend with your pup Friday-Monday, in addition to a few random days throughout the week this summer! Reach out with any questions and I’ll hopefully be able to make something work! I live in a townhome that offers a non-fenced in backyard and sidewalks for walking! I have plenty of space for your pet to play. My dog, Indie, will have the best time with your dog :) In your home, I am willing to cater to anything you and your pet are needing!

“MiKayla was amazing during my time away from my kitty and home! My little guy is scared of new people but warmed up to her and let her give him pets (and animals know good people). She was great company for him and I will definitely be booking her again!”

Kimberlee D.