Personalized care for your dog or cat - Laytonville

About: I've taken care of animals my whole life, growing up on a farm. I've owned multiple different dog breeds and cats. I have extensive knowledge on training. I work from home and can work on my own schedule. Im flexible with hours and will have plenty of time to play with your pups! Lots of space for your furry friends! I have a fully fenced in front yard thats quite large as well as an unfenced portion where I can walk dogs on leash

“Myah was wonderful! She and her family were incredibly kind and welcoming, and I felt completely at ease leaving my dog in their care. She sent updates and photos every day, which I really appreciated while I was away. My dog seemed happy and well cared for. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy sitter.”

Aurelia R.

“Thank you for taking good care of Hobo and for the communication! Also a peace of mind that he was in good hands while we were away. -M.A.”

Michele A.

“Prin is the best! She provided me with daily reports of how my pup was doing. I thoroughly appreciated her attentiveness, kindness, and compassion as this was my first time leaving my puppy with a sitter overnight.”

Charnele L.

“Barbara and her family are delightful and kind. Oliver enjoyed his stay with them very much, and I felt comfortable leaving him knowing he would be cared for, as I would care for him.”

Christina C.

“MiLana was great in caring for my dog. Juniper isn’t used to having a ton of dogs around, but MiLana sent pictures when I asked and reassured me Juniper was okay! She was also extremely flexible with pick up and drop off. Thank you for the help and constant communication!”

Valerie L.

About: I’ve been a lifelong dog lover and have always had dogs as part of my life. My beloved Yorkie was my companion for 15 wonderful years, and we spent countless days walking along the beach, soaking up the sunshine, and enjoying the outdoors together. I live in a rural Mendocino coastal community but frequently travel along Highway 101, so I’m often available to help care for pets throughout nearby towns. I treat every pet like family and believe they deserve plenty of love, attention, and fresh air. Whether it’s a relaxing walk, playtime outside, or quiet cuddle time, I’m happy to match your pet’s energy and routine. I’m also comfortable following feeding instructions, preparing meals, and maintaining moderate medication schedules when needed. You can expect regular updates, photos, and videos so you always know your fur baby is happy and well cared for. Skills include: • Dog walking and outdoor playtime • Lots of love, snuggles, and positive attention • Feeding and food preparation • Puppy talk and companionship • Following care instructions and moderate medication schedules Your pet will be treated with kindness, patience, and the same love I gave my own dog for 15 years. Meow spoken here, too. I’m a self-employed artist and also run a small nonprofit from home, so my schedule is flexible and allows me to spend plenty of time caring for pets. I often take on freelance and side projects, but much of my work revolves around painting coastal landscapes like the ocean, rivers, lakes, fog, mountains, and bridges, which means I spend a lot of time outdoors. I live on a rural property with plenty of space for dogs to explore, sniff around, and enjoy fresh air. Pets in my care can expect lots of attention, outdoor time, and relaxed companionship throughout the day. I’m typically available for boarding most weekdays and weekends, and I’m happy to accommodate special holidays or extended stays when planned in advance. Your pet’s safety and comfort are always my priority. Because I live in a rural coastal area, pets are kept on leash while outside unless an owner specifically approves off-leash time. This helps prevent chasing local wildlife like deer or skunks during walks. My property offers a calm environment with plenty of fresh air and space to relax. There is a fenced garden area and a sunny balcony that’s perfect for supervised sunbathing and lounging. I also enjoy taking dogs to nearby beaches, including a few off-leash dog beaches if that’s something you’re comfortable with. Inside the home, pets receive lots of attention, companionship, and a relaxed atmosphere. I’m happy to follow your pet’s normal routines, including feeding schedules, outdoor time, and medication instructions if needed. If your pet uses a crate or playpen, I’m happy to accommodate that if you provide their setup. There are currently no other animals on the property, which can be ideal for pets that prefer a quieter environment.

“Jeni is a wonderful sitter and takes great care of our cat. Thanks again Jeni!”

Ruth M.

“Myah was punctual and very conscientious about taking care of our cats. She even called with a concern she had (which turned out to be not a problem, but she was concerned). I highly recommend Myah for pet sitting!”

David T.

About: I have owned and cared for animals my entire life. I have experience with dogs, cats, bunnies and some livestock animals. Dogs are my favorite and I have had the most experience owning and caring for them. I’m experienced with all different kinds of breeds, temperament and age dogs. I always care for them like I would my own animals (spoiled! Lol). I am currently not accepting animals in my home but am happy to do drop ins, walks and house sitting. I work from home and have a lot of flexibility with my schedule. I am almost always home and pay attention to cues that dogs need attention or to the go outside. I have one dog who is treated like a family and spoiled like a prince. Animals are allowed on the couch and to sleep in bed if you desire. There is always plenty of fresh water, treats, toys and room to play.

“Michele responded quickly to my initial request. She came to my house to meet the cats and talk to me, which made me feel comfortable that they would be well taken care of. She sent me frequent pictures and videos, showing the cats playing and having a good time. I suspect they enjoyed their time with her more than the day to day they spend with me. She even informed me that one of my cats likes to participate in yoga. After 9 years, this was new information. When I came home the house was clean and cats were happy. I would highly recommend Michele.Hopefully she is available the next time I go out of town.”

Laurel R.

About: I've taken care of animals my whole life, growing up on a farm. I've owned multiple different dog breeds and cats. I have extensive knowledge on training. I work from home and can work on my own schedule. Im flexible with hours and will have plenty of time to play with your pups! Lots of space for your furry friends! I have a fully fenced in front yard thats quite large as well as an unfenced portion where I can walk dogs on leash

“Great stay with Barbara and her two kids. They were loving and kind and took great care of Romeo while I was at work each day. Thanks for the awesome week.”

Tammy R.

“We were so grateful to have Alexis available to watch our dogs while we were visiting from out of town. She is incredibly flexible and our dogs clearly liked her. Would absolutely use her services again!”

Jessica D.

“Anuhea had a great day at Alanna's place. Got to play with other dogs and get special one on one time with Alanna. I will use her again if I am ever in the area again.”

Christine R.

“Prin and Max are such sweet and caring people! Chelsea stayed with them for the day until after dinnertime while we celebrated my birthday. She was calm and happy when we picked her up. Chelsea has separation anxiety and is an older chihuahua so we don't generally leave her alone. It is really great to find some kind & caring local people to take care of her when we can't be with her. Highly recommend them & so glad to have them on our team! We will definitely be using them again.”

Cynthia S.

“Olive was very comfortable with Caitlin. This was her first experience with daycare outside of our own home in years. Caitlin has a large beautiful fenced yard and Olive was able to do her favorite thing…play ball… with Caitlin while we were off on our whale watching trip. Highly recommend Caitlin.”

Kate N.

“I am so grateful to Jeni for walking my dog. She is responsive and flexible, often taking on last minute requests. She is polite, responsible and always on time. Most importantly, my dog loves her! She is so good with him, and although he is a very large dog who isn’t always the best on the leash, she really knows how to work with him. She has even been working on his leash training, and I’ve already noticed a difference. I continue to book walks with Jeni because she is a trust worthy dog lover.”

Nicole & Mauricio I.

About: I have two medium-large (60+ pound) poodles, so I’m used to wrangling larger dogs. Also, I’m pretty firm about walking dogs on leash for their protection. I work from home as a freelancer and set my own schedule, so I’ve got as much or as little time as I want to spend caring for pets. I like to learn about a pet’s preferences and approach them with care to build trust. At my own home I have a fenced yard and two energetic dogs to romp around with.

About: I have owned and cared for animals my entire life. I have experience with dogs, cats, bunnies and some livestock animals. Dogs are my favorite and I have had the most experience owning and caring for them. I’m experienced with all different kinds of breeds, temperament and age dogs. I always care for them like I would my own animals (spoiled! Lol). I am currently not accepting animals in my home but am happy to do drop ins, walks and house sitting. I work from home and have a lot of flexibility with my schedule. I am almost always home and pay attention to cues that dogs need attention or to the go outside. I have one dog who is treated like a family and spoiled like a prince. Animals are allowed on the couch and to sleep in bed if you desire. There is always plenty of fresh water, treats, toys and room to play.

“Wonderful experience working with Myah. Even let our puppies play together. Glad to connect.”

Havilah D.

“Ulysses lived his walk. Thank you!!”

Paula G.

About: I am an animal lover...have had pets my whole life. I currently live with one cat. I will take good care of your babies and they will have fun. I can do short & multiple daily visits closer to my home, longer ones/overnights farther away, or they can stay with me. Discounts for longer housesitting stays. Further away areas may require covering transportation costs. I currently work part time, so I have lots of time to spend with your pet. Play time and cuddle time are essential. Let me know what activities your pet enjoys. I will be directly with your pet most of the time. Depending on what you request, our activities will vary. Will do my best to stick to your pets' schedule and routine. I will stick to pet routines as close as possible. Dog will be involved in my routine as well. If I go to the office, and its appropriate, they can come with me. We will spend as much time outside as we can. Lots of walks. May come to work with me if appropriate. We will take lots of pictures.

About: I've taken care of animals my whole life, growing up on a farm. I've owned multiple different dog breeds and cats. I have extensive knowledge on training. I work from home and can work on my own schedule. Im flexible with hours and will have plenty of time to play with your pups! Lots of space for your furry friends! I have a fully fenced in front yard thats quite large as well as an unfenced portion where I can walk dogs on leash

“Myah was wonderful! She and her family were incredibly kind and welcoming, and I felt completely at ease leaving my dog in their care. She sent updates and photos every day, which I really appreciated while I was away. My dog seemed happy and well cared for. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy sitter.”

Aurelia R.

“Thank you for taking good care of Hobo and for the communication! Also a peace of mind that he was in good hands while we were away. -M.A.”

Michele A.

“Prin is the best! She provided me with daily reports of how my pup was doing. I thoroughly appreciated her attentiveness, kindness, and compassion as this was my first time leaving my puppy with a sitter overnight.”

Charnele L.

“MiLana was great in caring for my dog. Juniper isn’t used to having a ton of dogs around, but MiLana sent pictures when I asked and reassured me Juniper was okay! She was also extremely flexible with pick up and drop off. Thank you for the help and constant communication!”

Valerie L.

About: I’ve been a lifelong dog lover and have always had dogs as part of my life. My beloved Yorkie was my companion for 15 wonderful years, and we spent countless days walking along the beach, soaking up the sunshine, and enjoying the outdoors together. I live in a rural Mendocino coastal community but frequently travel along Highway 101, so I’m often available to help care for pets throughout nearby towns. I treat every pet like family and believe they deserve plenty of love, attention, and fresh air. Whether it’s a relaxing walk, playtime outside, or quiet cuddle time, I’m happy to match your pet’s energy and routine. I’m also comfortable following feeding instructions, preparing meals, and maintaining moderate medication schedules when needed. You can expect regular updates, photos, and videos so you always know your fur baby is happy and well cared for. Skills include: • Dog walking and outdoor playtime • Lots of love, snuggles, and positive attention • Feeding and food preparation • Puppy talk and companionship • Following care instructions and moderate medication schedules Your pet will be treated with kindness, patience, and the same love I gave my own dog for 15 years. Meow spoken here, too. I’m a self-employed artist and also run a small nonprofit from home, so my schedule is flexible and allows me to spend plenty of time caring for pets. I often take on freelance and side projects, but much of my work revolves around painting coastal landscapes like the ocean, rivers, lakes, fog, mountains, and bridges, which means I spend a lot of time outdoors. I live on a rural property with plenty of space for dogs to explore, sniff around, and enjoy fresh air. Pets in my care can expect lots of attention, outdoor time, and relaxed companionship throughout the day. I’m typically available for boarding most weekdays and weekends, and I’m happy to accommodate special holidays or extended stays when planned in advance. Your pet’s safety and comfort are always my priority. Because I live in a rural coastal area, pets are kept on leash while outside unless an owner specifically approves off-leash time. This helps prevent chasing local wildlife like deer or skunks during walks. My property offers a calm environment with plenty of fresh air and space to relax. There is a fenced garden area and a sunny balcony that’s perfect for supervised sunbathing and lounging. I also enjoy taking dogs to nearby beaches, including a few off-leash dog beaches if that’s something you’re comfortable with. Inside the home, pets receive lots of attention, companionship, and a relaxed atmosphere. I’m happy to follow your pet’s normal routines, including feeding schedules, outdoor time, and medication instructions if needed. If your pet uses a crate or playpen, I’m happy to accommodate that if you provide their setup. There are currently no other animals on the property, which can be ideal for pets that prefer a quieter environment.