Cat Sitting The Downs

About: I've been pet sitting for neighbors, friends, and family since I was 16 and have been around dogs my entire life. I have experience caring for dogs, cats, and other pets of all ages and personalities. I have volunteered with animal rescues since I was 12, fostered numerous dogs and cats, and am comfortable providing basic medical care, including oral medications, eye drops, injections, and subcutaneous fluids when needed. I treat every pet like my own and focus on keeping them happy, safe, and comfortable while you're away. Whether your pet needs lots of playtime, extra patience, or specialized care, I'm dependable, attentive, and genuinely love spending time with animals. I'm currently taking online classes during the summer, which gives me a flexible schedule to care for your pets. In the fall I will be returning to in person classes, however my schedule will still allow me to be a reliable care giver for your pets and satisfy all of their needs! I understand that trusting someone with your pets and home is a big decision. I treat every home with respect and follow your pets routine as closely as possible to help them feel comfortable while you're away. I am experienced in administering oral medications, eye drops, some injections, and fluids when needed. Whether your pet loves to play, needs extra patience, or requires special care, I'll provide reliable, attentive care and keep you updated with photos and messages throughout each visit.

“Emily was great with Freya! She was available on short notice and able to work with my busy schedule”

Kimberly L.

About: What sets me apart is that caring for animals has always been a big part of my life. I’ve grown up around animals and truly believe they are family, not just pets. I treat every animal with the same love, patience, and attention that I give my own. I’ve cared for pets with all kinds of personalities and at different stages of life, including my senior dog Jacob (11). Having an older dog has taught me to be patient, notice the little things, and make sure pets are comfortable and cared for as they get older. I’ve also worked with my dog Atlas, who has had some behavioral challenges. Helping him over the years has taught me that every animal is different and that trust, consistency, and patience go a long way. I enjoy taking the time to understand each pet and what helps them feel safe and happy. Since I have a multi-pet household with dogs, cats, and birds, I’m comfortable with different routines and different types of care. I know every pet has their own personality, habits, and needs. The biggest thing that sets me apart is that I truly care about the animals I look after. I don’t just show up to feed them—I want to build a connection with them, make them feel comfortable, and give them the same care and love I would want someone to give my own pets. Pet care is a part of my everyday routine. Every day, I feed my three dogs, two cats, and two parakeets, make sure they always have fresh water, and spend time playing with and caring for them. My dogs get regular walks and outdoor time, and I love taking them on hikes whenever I can. My cats get plenty of attention, playtime, and enrichment, and I make sure their litter boxes stay clean. I also care for my parakeets by cleaning their cage, refreshing their food and water, and giving them time to interact and explore. Because caring for animals is already part of my daily life, adding your pet to my routine feels. I’ll make sure they receive the same love, attention, and care that I give my own pets. I care for every pet like they are my own because I truly believe pets are family. Every animal has their own personality, routine, and needs, and I love taking the time to understand what makes each one feel safe and happy. At home, I care for my three dogs, Jacob (11), Luna (7), and Atlas (8), my two cats, Stinky (5) and Kiwi (6), and my two parakeets, Suki and Dewy. My dogs get lots of attention, exercise, playtime, and outdoor adventures like walks and hikes. Luna has had some behavioral challenges, which has taught me a lot about patience, consistency, and understanding that every animal learns and grows at their own pace. Seeing how much she has improved over the years has shown me how important love and patience are when caring for pets. My cats, Stinky and Kiwi, have completely different personalities, and that’s one of the things I love most about cats. I enjoy playing with them, keeping them entertained, cleaning litter boxes, and making sure they have a comfortable and happy environment. I also have experience caring for my parakeets, Suki and Dewy. I’m comfortable with feeding them, cleaning their cage, changing their water, and making sure they get attention and enrichment. While I haven’t owned larger birds, I’m always willing to learn and make sure I understand each pet’s needs. When caring for your pets in your home, I’ll respect their routine and follow your instructions closely. My goal is to make your pets feel safe, loved, and comfortable while you’re away, and to give them the same care and attention I give my own pets because I know how much they mean to your family.

“Victoria was wonderful with our cat, Arya! She sent great photos, kept communication super easy, and took such good care of her while we were away.”

Xihao L.

About: Owners and animals will love my service because I'm very hands on and love to engage with the animals. I have two dogs and two cats of my own who are extremely well behaved with other animals. I've worked with dogs In particular in the past and found a passion with it. It doesn't matter if it's big dogs or small, I love to meet and interact with new animals. I have worked with aggressive breeds in the past so I know how to engage and interact with different breeds and needs. I know not all dogs are the same and each dog requires different techniques for that dog to feel safe and comfortable with a stranger. I feel confident with my ability to walk or sit most dogs. I have open availability for anyone's needs! All I ask is you reach out ahead of time just incase I have anything else booked. I follow the guidelines set by the owners. Each pet is individual and requires certain attention. My job isnt to change the comfortability or routines you have set for your animals. If I encounter any concerns or have any suggestions I will always bring them to the owner before I change any daily routine.

“Jerrica was amazing with my pup! She took the time to ask questions and learn about his routine to ensure he and I were both comfortable. She was always right on time for visits and showed so much care and patience with him. My dog was given lots of cuddles and love and I’m so happy I found such a trust worthy and caring sitter for him. We will absolutely be using Jerrica’s services again and again.”

Christina L.

“Jenna did an awesome job. She watched my two cats and was prompt and did a great job sending pics and providing updates. Would definitely recommend her.”

Christopher H.

“Meaghan was extremely attentive to my cats behavior and needs, and was extremely responsive and communicative via the Rover app. I truly appreciated her thoroughness, care and love she gave my kitties!”

Michael L.

“Caleigh was great with my dogs. Even my big mastiff. She watched 3 dogs for me and did a wonderful job. She was on time and was able to get pictures of all of them each time she came by. I booked her late but she was responsive and professional. I highly recommend her to anyone.”

Michelle C.

“Meghan has done an amazing job taking care of our puppy while we are at work. I will definitely be a repeat client and reccomend Meghan to take care of others fur babies as well!”

Ashley F.

About: Since I was a child, I've always been surrounded by pets of all kinds. From dogs to cats to chameleons and hamsters, I've even tended to a tortoise! From bathing and cleaning tanks to homemade pet meals, and everything in between, it won't scare me away. Between my friends and my family, I'm the one that they go to when it comes to watching their furry family members I’m currently working 5 days a week, those days vary from week to week. Typically, I work between the hours 4:00am-12:00pm. Though, sometimes those hours are shorter. The safety and health of your furry family member is a top priority of mine. Whether it is in your home or on outings, you will always be aware of our location, the times we are away, and whether there are other animals there. Also, medication & feeding times are always added to my reminders so that they aren’t missed. Above all, I will never hesitate to reach out about your pet and their needs.

“Ryana and Safiyyah were great! They came to do a meet and greet a few days before our scheduled drop in and were very quick to respond to messages. They were very thorough and provided lots of photos and updates throughout their visit with my pup!”

Kierstyn P.

“Allison was amazing with my boys. She sent very thorough summaries of what they did during her visit. She also went out of her way in her care, cleaning more often than I asked. Overall she was wonderful and I will definitely be requesting her help again in the future.”

Nicole D.

“Charles was incredibly helpful and wonderful for us. We needed someone last-second who could medicate an elderly, cranky cat who has never taken meds well, and he somehow got them into her every day for two weeks, and she still loved him! That’s a person who understands kitties. She knew he was there to help. I like to think I know cats, but Charles is on another level. It was a three-ring circus at times but he was always kind and communicative. He made Luna comfortable and eased everyone’s minds. Can’t say enough great things.”

Kate S.

About: I have always felt very connected to animals. You will find me petting and playing with my friend’s animals at any house party. I have two elderly dogs that I have raised since very young. Navigating different life stages and adapting to changing needs in aging and sick animals is something I am well experienced in. For example my older dog has developed much anxiety around other dogs and I restrict any situations that might cause him discomfort, he also gets an assortment of meds daily including intramuscular injections. The care that I give to animals is fear-free, fun, and loving. I am comfortable walking dogs that may be fearful of other dogs or have high prey drives and am good at using distraction tools to motivate and keep them safe. Thank you for considering me to be a caregiver for your furry loved ones! I am a full time graduate student with a fairly flexible schedule. I’m from Minneapolis and traveling with my aging dogs has been harder as they’ve gotten older so I am almost always home on holidays and can make last minute drop ins work. Pets in my home are safe. I keep all food, chemicals, paper, and used underwear (I can’t be the only one haha) out of reach. My house is my dogs house and I frequently find them sleeping in my bed, on the couch, or on the bathroom floor when it’s storming. I’m comfortable cleaning up accidents and giving baths. I will happily adapt to any rules that you may have in your home.

“We had a family emergency and Dana was able to watch the cats last minute. She is absolutely wonderful and it was such a relief to know our cats were in good hands. I can’t thank her enough.”

Makenna T.

“Rosa dropped in and walked my anxious dog during the day while I was out of town. She sent detailed updates after each drop in, which eased my mind as I was far from home. She followed all instructions perfectly. I would absolutely reach out to Rosa again in the future.”

Bailie B.

“Cassie was amazing taking care of our kitty while we were gone for 12 days. She was happy, healthy, and well fed when we arrived home!! Totally recommend her for pet sitting your kitty!”

Becca E.

“Dafna arrived on time every day and was easy and pleasant to communicate with. She followed my instructions and made an effort to interact with my sometimes skittish kitties! I will definitely rebook in the future.”

Emily V.

“so thorough and caring 🩷🩷”

Makayla C.