Personalized care for your dog or cat - Zihlman

“Beth has quickly become my go-to sitter over the last year or 2. Molly loves to visit, she start yipping and gets excited as soon as we pull into her neighborhood. I always get timely updates and lots of pictures of a happy dog, who is then tired out once we get home because she had so much fun. Thanks again Beth, Buddy, Ruby, and Bug.”

Jeffrey S.

“This was a wonderful experience for our mini doodle, Rosy! Perfect, quiet setting and lots of opportunity to safely play outside. Faith and her husband are very accommodating and we couldn’t have asked for better care for our pup. We definitely recommend!!”

Mike O.

“Amber is amazing! Very attentive and her professional and personal (has pets too) advice and care makes such a difference. So flexible! I needed her last minute and my dog Chadley felt so loved and cared for! I will be hiring her again and again. Chadley adored the time spent!”

Nathaniel G.

About: I've had pets all my life cats, dogs, fish, hamsters, Bunnies, and taken car of horses. I love animals and am not afraid of their messes. During the summer I have plenty of time to take care of pets though during the school year certain times of day I won't be available due to classes. I've learned to come at pets with the caution they need. I'm very friendly and always want to be sweet to pets but I can be tough if the situation calls for it to not let animals walk all over me. I love animals and like taking the time for their needs.

“Michelle was so incredibly wonderful, I honestly feel like I have hit the jackpot with finding her and her husband. My Griff was so happy he didn't even realize I was done. Hands down best experience I have had thus far! Will be a repeat customer!”

Shannon M.

“Great communication and took great care of our dog.”

Deborah H.

“Wade took excellent care of Gage, who was happy and tired when I picked him after his overnight stay. Wade had great communication with messages including pictures. I will definitely use his services again!”

Sarah C.

About: I’ve always grown up around animals and had countless pets throughout my life! I love love love big dogs, but also every other critter I meet! I’ve dealt with puppies, senior dogs, reactive dogs, and picky pets. I’m not scared of messes or hold grudges against pets that aren’t the biggest fans of other people. My goal is just to make sure your pet is comfortable! I’m currently a full-time college student working a few hours each week at the college, so I’m busy most mornings but never for more than a couple hours at a time. I’m usually very free on weekends and can make myself more available during the week if need be. My biggest concern is how comfortable your pet is! So, I’m all for doing whatever they want to do! If your pet loves going on walks, car rides, and outside adventures I’d be more than happy to do so. On the other hand, I’ve dealt with some reactive and picky pets in the past and we still figure out how to have a good time without crossing any boundaries your pet might have. Since I’m in school right now, I am not able to house a dog for sitting. I don’t mind pets with strict diets, exercise routines, medications, or anything of the sort and will make sure they get the care they need.

About: Grew up with all types of animals dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, I am more than capable of taking care of your animals as long as needed. I am very free, I am home all the time, you will not have to worry about your animal, they will receive plenty of love or plenty of solidarity if they want that. I am a very loving and understanding pet watcher your animal will be very safe in my home, I am a firm believer in cuddling and playing with animals so they will be entertained

“Meghan and her family took such great care of our pups. She checked in often and reassured me they were doing great. They came home happy! Would definitely recommend Meghan to take care of your pets.”

Katie S.

“Stacey sent lots of pics and Wiggles had a great time hanging out w her pups!”

Leanza T.

About: I’ve cared for dogs my whole life and would love to help out with your fur baby! I know the challenges of finding trustworthy care so I’m here to help. I currently work from home and teach online which allows extra flexibility to help care for animals through the week. I love dogs and will give extra love and care. No cats please. I can host your small - medium dog or will do drop in visits and walks. I have experience caring for our senior dog and recently said goodbye to him. 💔

“Friendly and made my fur babies comfortable.”

Kristel H.

“She did great with our cat Smokey! Will definitely book again. She was very understanding of the storm and pick up times being pushed back. Also sent pictures to update us regularly on our boy! Couldn’t be more happy! 10/10 recommend her & we will be back!”

Kate G.

“Mary responded in a timely manner, is very friendly and easy to work with. I am well pleased with how much she loved on Charli for us!🙂”

Esther S K.

“Jody was extremely pleasant to work with. She was friendly immediately upon meeting her and interacted with our dogs like they were her own. I highly recommend her and will definitely use her again.”

Janis G.

“Lauren does a great job. One of my cats seems to love her. The other one is standofish but will come around. We will definitely book her again!”

Lynn C.

About: I’ve had cats a few times in my life and loved them all, from couch potatoes to playful kittens! I never mind cleaning up messes or litter boxes and am a stickler about keeping food and water bowls clean and fresh!

“Beth took terrific care of my cats while I was on vacation. She clearly made the effort to get familiar with their individual personalities and was attuned to each of their needs. Beth got great shots of the cats and it gave me tremendous peace of mind knowing they were well cared for. Additionally, Beth is an excellent communicator which is very much appreciated. I wouldn't hesitate to entrust Beth with the care of my pets in the future.”

Patricia N.

“Lincoln loved staying with Miss Faith and new friends. This was his first stay experience and can't wait to go back. We loved the updates and pictures that were sent while we were away. It made us feel good that he was safe and loved.”

Cynthia L.

About: I have always had a soft spot for cats. They were my favorite animal growing up and my first pet. I have watched many different breeds and ages. Would love to meet your cat!

“Took great care of my two cats!! I recommend her services to others!”

Grace O.

“Very communicative and professional! Our cats were happy to have her”

Isabelle K.

“Great communication and service, highly recommend!”

Kristen B.

“Sarah is understanding and engaging with my kids. She asked questions if she wasn't sure about a situation which I appreciate very much. I would recommend her to take care of your pet as she takes care of mine.”

Mary Ann G.

“Ashley did a great job and Maerida really enjoyed her visits. I recommend Ashley 100%”

Scott M.

“We are SO glad we had Jessica’s help! She was great with communication, price, and made us feel very comfortable. Highly recommend her!!!”

Kristin T.

“Lucy is fantastic and sooo patient. I was very late picking my guy up and she was so kind and forgiving. Book her with confidence!”

Erik K.

“So far my husky came back happy, so I'm sure she had a good time. They were pretty flexible with the schedule and this was very helpful. Thanks a lot for the care!”

Penril A.

“Amber was fantastic, very responsive and helpful for our trip on the GAP trail! Highly recommend, will be a repeat customer. Thank you”

Valerie M.

“Michelle did a fantastic job with our Maggie! She was very personable, Maggie took to her immediately. We appreciated all the pictures. Would definitely use again!”

Teresa B.

“We left our dog with Jessica for the day while we went rafting. The time we could pick her up at was pushed back multiple times, but Jessica was so flexible, kind, and understanding! Would definitely recommend her services”

Taylor H.

About: I have had all different animals all my life. I grew up working on a family farm, so I have experience with all different animal species. We currently live in Berlin with our 4 children, Great Dane Bella, and a mixture of farm animals. I attended PSU studying animal science, minoring in equine science. I am excited to meet your furry family members! I currently am a stay at home mom, so I’m very flexible! I am available for visits, drop ins, walks, day sitting in my home, and overnight boarding. I have a fenced in yard connected to my house, with locks on the gates. I also have an outdoor dog kennel and dog house if you have a dog that stays outdoors. In the home we have an older Great Dane, but she likes to keep to herself and is a certified couch potato. We have several gates up in our house to keep pets safely separated. I welcome dog crates if you have them, or I do have a few I could use here if that is easier. We have a large property where we can take walks, or we even live close to a bike trail we can walk at. I have done drop in visits for puppies and dogs in the past, and have had great feedback. I can stay for a length of time and let your pets get some exercise and play. I am open to tending farm animals as well while you’re away.

“Stacey was absolutely wonderful! So kind, very communicative, and easy to work with. We got tons of photos and our pup had such a great time!!!! Only wish she was closer to where I lived so I could utilize her services all the time!!!”

Jennifer & Devin L.

“Beth has been a godsend for Gracie, my German Shepherd. Beth has been taking her for walks and she is excellent with her. She has a background in dog training and she gently lets the dog know who is boss. She is kind and reliable. Gracie has never been used to having someone outside the family care for her. She has very quickly learned to trust her and enjoys their time together. Two paws up for Beth! ?”

Susan L.

About: Hello, my name is Kaitlynn. I have and do love working and helping with animals my whole life. I’ve had at least one animal my whole life. I love playing, teaching, helping, and even sleeping with all kinds. I would love to watch your animals, all shapes and sizes. I’ve stayed at peoples houses and dog sat while also house sitting, I can do that as well. I hope you can consider me as someone who you would like to watch your furry, or not so furry, friend! I have 3 cats! My oldest, Bubbles, is almost 2 years old and I've had him since he was 8 weeks old! My youngest two are sisters, Bee and Biscuit! They're almost a year old and I've had them since they were 8 weeks old as well! I had a cat and a dog (they've passed away due to old age). My cat stayed downstairs and my dog stayed upstairs with us. They didn't get along too well so we kept them separate. My cat didn't mind other cats at all, she was almost 16 years old. My dog didn't like other dogs too much, she was around them when she was younger but she liked her space the older she got. She was 11 years old. I'm currently unemployed due to my job being closed by the owner. I'll always try to work around my schedule and yours to make sure your furry baby gets what they need! I would prefer to care for your animal in your home, I know new places and spaces could make some animals nervous. My cats are still very young and I'm not sure how they would react to another animal in my home. So this is just my preference to make sure everyone is comfortable and safe. I would follow every instruction that is given and never do less. I want to make every animal comfortable and feel safe around me, no matter what. I pride myself on loving animals just like they're our own kids.

“Absolutely recommend! Very wonderful and very reliable! We got pictures of our girls on their walks and they were so happy and it was very comforting to know our girls were being so well cared for while my husband and I were away! I cant thank her enough!!!”

Erica F.

About: I’m a dog trainer with a background in shelter work and years of experience caring for dogs of all kinds — from laid-back family pets to reactive and high-drive working dogs. Dogs are my people, and it shows. Whether your pup needs a structured walk or a friendly face and person to play with while you’re away, you’ll have peace of mind knowing they’re with someone who truly gets dogs. I'm currently working part-time, so I have a lot of availability in my schedule to spend time with your pups! I will make sure to make your dog feel comfortable and most importantly LOVED while in my care! I will be sure to feed your dog and also make sure he/she gets the proper exercise and attention! I am willing to walk your dog, or even go on a longer adventure if your dog prefers that!

“The dogs loved Meghan, she was super helpful and available for a late notice request!”

Josie K.

About: Hi! I’m Ashley, a lifelong animal lover with over 11 years of professional animal welfare and rescue experience. Cats are a huge part of my life, but I also have experience caring for dogs and understand how to read their body language, recognize stress, and earn their trust. My background includes animal sheltering and adoption, fostering, TNR, socializing shy and fearful animals, caring for kittens and puppies, and working with pets with medical and special needs. I’m also the founder of a nonprofit cat rescue and TNR organization, so I’ve cared for just about every feline personality, from confident attention-seekers to spicy kitties who prefer their space. I’m experienced with feline and canine body language, medication routines, enrichment, and keeping pets as close to their normal routine as possible. I always move at their pace and never force interaction. During visits, I’ll provide fresh food and water, litter box care or potty breaks, and plenty of attention based on your pet’s comfort level. That may include playtime, walks, pets, brushing, treats, or simply sitting quietly with a shy pet. I’m dependable, detail-oriented, and compassionate, and I pay attention to the little things. You can also expect plenty of updates and photos while you’re away! Pet care is already a natural part of my daily routine. As the founder of a cat rescue and TNR organization, I care for cats every day while also working remotely, which gives me flexibility when scheduling visits. I’m dependable, organized, and comfortable following each pet’s normal feeding, medication, playtime, and care routine. I care for pets in their own homes by keeping their routine as familiar and consistent as possible. I follow all instructions carefully, keep food and water areas clean, secure doors and gates, and make sure the home is safely locked after each visit. I understand both cat and dog body language, so I approach each pet calmly, move at their pace, and never force interaction. I take time to build trust, especially with pets who are shy, nervous, or adjusting to someone new. I also provide updates and photos so clients can feel confident that their pets and home are safe and well cared for.

“When I returned home both of my dogs were completely exhausted from their walks which the exactly the goal! Great job Jessica!”

Lisa M.

“This was a wonderful experience for our mini doodle, Rosy! Perfect, quiet setting and lots of opportunity to safely play outside. Faith and her husband are very accommodating and we couldn’t have asked for better care for our pup. We definitely recommend!!”

Mike O.

“Amber is amazing! Very attentive and her professional and personal (has pets too) advice and care makes such a difference. So flexible! I needed her last minute and my dog Chadley felt so loved and cared for! I will be hiring her again and again. Chadley adored the time spent!”

Nathaniel G.

“Michelle was so incredibly wonderful, I honestly feel like I have hit the jackpot with finding her and her husband. My Griff was so happy he didn't even realize I was done. Hands down best experience I have had thus far! Will be a repeat customer!”

Shannon M.

“Great communication and took great care of our dog.”

Deborah H.

“Wade took excellent care of Gage, who was happy and tired when I picked him after his overnight stay. Wade had great communication with messages including pictures. I will definitely use his services again!”

Sarah C.

“Meghan and her family took such great care of our pups. She checked in often and reassured me they were doing great. They came home happy! Would definitely recommend Meghan to take care of your pets.”

Katie S.

“Stacey sent lots of pics and Wiggles had a great time hanging out w her pups!”

Leanza T.

“Friendly and made my fur babies comfortable.”

Kristel H.

“She did great with our cat Smokey! Will definitely book again. She was very understanding of the storm and pick up times being pushed back. Also sent pictures to update us regularly on our boy! Couldn’t be more happy! 10/10 recommend her & we will be back!”

Kate G.

“Jody was extremely pleasant to work with. She was friendly immediately upon meeting her and interacted with our dogs like they were her own. I highly recommend her and will definitely use her again.”

Janis G.