Pet Sitting in Universal City

“Joanne did a fantastic job watching our cat, Chicken. We appreciated her being prompt, very communicative, and bringing in our packages as well! We will definitely continue working with Joanne!”

Logan S.

“Came home to a happy, safe and healthy doggo. Alisa was communicative and worked with our needs. Will definitely use her for future sittings and walks!”

Jeffrey L.

“Yvonne did a great job watching my cat and was also very easy to work with to reschedule around my change of plans. Would recommend and also rebook with her!”

Mihika R.

“Cassandra is a lifesaver! It’s been many years since we’ve had a puppy in our house. After our first night with him, I knew we needed help! She came over and helped us with a schedule and gave us valuable advice. Our pup loves her! Our kids love her! We love her. She’s got great energy and a clear passion for dogs! She is our regular go to for mid day visits and we look forward to a long relationship with her & our pup!”

Kristina H.

“Elizabeth was great, very communicative and friendly. Orla liked her very much and the photos were adorable. Will definitely book again in the future.”

Charlie V.

“I would book Adrianne’s services for pet sitting again! She is very attentive, easy to work with and is great with cats. One of my two cats is shy and skittish and she had no problem getting him to come out, eat, and cuddle. I appreciated all of the updates and pictures she provided and knew my kids were in good hands.”

Zoey G.

“John’s visits with Cooper and Summer brightened up their mornings and evenings. He has been great with both of them, being kind and flexible to their needs. Thank you!”

Forrest S.

“Sarah was fantastic. She communicated clearly, did everything we discussed in our meet and greet and sent great photos of their time together. I will be using her for all my future needs, Highly recommend!”

Danielle L.

“Nico jumped in at the last minute to take care of my cat and did a wonderful job. He took awesome pics and I felt like she was in great hands. Thanks Nico!”

Liv W.

“She is very smart and friendly. She did all the instructions precisely. My dog was very happy, and she took some lovely photos from my dog and sent them to me while I was in my vacation. I highly recommend her.”

Emil M.

“Trinity was so detailed oriented and made fast friends with my kitty. Took great care of my boy and even washed his dishes before we came home from our trip. Would 100% book again :)”

Geena W.

“Matthew was SO awesome, I’m so excited to have found him to take care of our pup while we’re on trips. He sent us updates and pictures on each visit so we were able to keep up with everything. He was always super fast to reply to any messages. I would highly recommend any one to use Matthew! :)”

Emily N.

“Kendi is a very thoughtful and reliable cat sitter. She has taken great care of my senior cat on multiple occasions and I will continue to hire her whenever she’s available.”

Patricia P.

About: Hi, I’m Amanda! I’m an LA-based animal lover and a proud cat mom of a sweet orange boy named Jeff. Being a pet parent has genuinely been one of the biggest highlights of my life, but my love for animals began years ago. I grew up with two golden retrievers, Kona and Maggie. My family calls me the “dog whisperer” because every dog I meet decides that we’re best friends instantly. Before I joined River, I pet sat for many family members, roommates, and friends over the years. I have experience taking care of dogs and cats of all ages. When you book me, you can expect great communication, plenty of photo updates, and someone who will genuinely treat your pet like their own. My schedule is fairly flexible since I work from home, so I am usually available to house sit during the week. I typically have plenty of availability over the weekend for walks or drop-ins as well. Whether it's drop-ins or extended overnight care, I am very happy to learn and follow your routine for your pet in order to provide the best care possible :)

“Kat has been a great help for potty breaks with our dog. He's slow to warm up with new people and Kat was great taking the time to get to know him. She follows his care instructions to the letter and gives us a very detailed report each visit, we look forward to working with her more!”

Allison B.

“Adam was awesome! We came back to very happy dogs and Adam sent us plenty of pictures to let us know how happy our dogs were. We have large, high energy dogs so this was no easy task! Adam definitely went above and beyond what was expected!!”

Michael P.

About: Hi pet guardians, I’m Tauri. I have extensive dog care experience, including for large working breeds (e.g. Dobermans and German Shepherds). . I’ve walked and watched dogs from 5lbs to 130 pounds. I’m comfortable administering oral medicine and watching multiple dogs and other pets - cats, bunnies, birds, etc. . I have experience with dogs who have separation anxiety and I am open to a constant care option on a case-by-case basis (at a higher rate). . I've completed Michael Shikashio’s Aggression in Dogs Master Course, and I'm enrolled in Susan Clothier’s Treat Retreat course, which is geared towards helping dogs who are nervous interacting with people. . I've raised many puppies. I am willing to do walks and drop-ins for puppies. I am open to overnight sits for puppies on a case-by-case basis. Currently, I work remotely, which makes house-sitting possible. . My typical weekday involves working on my computer for 10 hours. I start work between 7am and 9am. I end the day between 5pm and 7pm. I typically don't work weekends or holidays. . On weekdays, I can start a house sit in the evening starting at 7pm or later. If you need the house sit to start earlier than 7pm on a non-holiday weekday I will consider those requests on a case-by-case basis. I can feed and take the dog(s) out to potty in the morning before starting work and I can take the dog(s) on a potty break midday. On weekends, I usually can start the sit earlier than 7pm. . During the week: I am typically not available for walks or drop-in appointments before 7pm. Weekends and holidays: On weekends and holidays I typically can accommodate walks and drop-in appointments. . Disclaimer: I reserve the right to leave to get food and basic necessities during a house sit at any point. I also reserve the right to leave for 4-6 hours during the day. . Constant Care: Pets requiring constant care will be considered on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to additional fees depending on the pets specific needs. I consider a pet to need constant care if the pet: (1) cannot be left for 4 hours at a time and/or (2) will need supervision or attention during 8 hours overnight (sleep time for me) or during the day while I work. In-person Meet & Greets are required prior to all services for new clients. I need to meet the pet(s) and assess temperament. . For dogs I want to go on a walk with the dogs and make sure the leashes, collars and equipment used to walk the pet is in good condition and the pet cannot slip out of the equipment. I want to see the typical walk environment and assess potential safety hazards (coyotes, aggressive dogs behind flimsy fences, debris in the area, etc.) and logistical issues (elevators, stairs, parking). . For all pets the in-person Meet & Greet will also allow me to assess the escape risks for pets and options for minimizing these risks. . The Meet & Greet will also allow you the opportunity to meet me in person, ask me questions and see me interact with your pet. Entrusting your pet and your home to a stranger is a very important decision for you and it should be taken seriously. If for some reason you do feel comfortable with me watching your pets or staying in your house after the Meet & Greet, you should meet with another sitter and find one that matches your needs. . Miscellaneous: I do not plan to bring any people or pets (other than the ones you are asking me to watch) into your home while I pet sit. . Disclaimer: I reserve the right to refuse the sit if after the Meet and Greet I am not comfortable with the situation. While I have experience with aggressive dogs and cats, my overnight sit rate is for social/well-adjusted animals. Animals in need of behavioral modification or that pose a safety risk to myself or others should be boarded at a facility that is geared towards aggressive animals. Similarly, while I have experience caring for animals post surgery or animals experiencing acute medical conditions, my overnight rate is for healthy animals and/or animals with well-controlled chronic conditions. Medically fragile animals should be boarded at a veterinary facility with 24/7 staffing.

“I left for an extended weekend and came back to 3 happy cats. Galaxy was able to administer 2 meds and the inhaler everyday for my senior cat. I highly recommend Galaxy for any of your house or pet sitting needs. Thank you Galaxy!”

Paulina S.

About: My Cairn Terriers (like Toto from Oz) hike Griffith and Runyon, chase squirrels, dig holes, play fetch at Weddington Park and take long walks. Sometimes we just lay in the sun or snuggle on the couch, but this is a loving home that is grain free, caters to the Fluff gang and we’re big on patience and attention. I've raised five dogs in my life - German Shepard, Black Lab, Lhasa Opso and now my Cairns. Having learned so much from each of them and the love I have for dogs in general, I'm excited to welcome your loved one into my home and help you be at ease knowing they're well cared for. I know nothing can keep you from missing your pet, but a confidence in them being comfortable and loved while you're away is a great help. ***Originally DogVacay, I’ve been with the service since 2010 and rarely open up to new clients. After a few folks moved out of town and others had kids which limited travel time, I’m opening up again. My preference would be to begin those same kind of long term care relationships with people who travel often or for larger lengths of time which allows your pup to feel as though they’re always going to a safe and familiar space with friends they know and love playing with. Working from home has allowed me to better care for my own senior pups and also gives me the freedom to spoil your loved one as well. My two friendly senior pups and I enjoy a gated back yard that still sees birds and squirrels enough to entertain them while being safe from any interactions. We have astroturf for back scratching and enjoying the sun, as well as a front yard, quiet cul de sac streets and a giant park for leisurely walks.

“Katie was great! Very personable, reliable and my dog seemed very happy when I came home. I will be using her again very soon! Thank you Katie!”

Amy T.