Personalized care for your dog or cat - Macalester-Groveland
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Macalester-Groveland
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Betsy is absolutely amazing!!! She was extremely communicative about my dog's stay, she sent pics and eased my stress of letting me know how the stay was going with regular updates, it was my first time using Rover and I will definitely use it again! Thank you Betsy!”
“Another great visit with Lan for my Labradoodle, Buddy. As always, she was great, taking special care of my little guy while I was away for nearly three weeks. Really appreciated her flexibility when we needed to adjust our return date. It was so good to know he was in good hands and having so much fun playing with her dog, Lucy.”
“Alexis was so wonderful and accommodating to my last minute needs. She took very good care of my dog and gave her lots of attention. I received daily pictures and updates, which was so nice. Thanks Alexis!”
“Our second time boarding with Lisa went incredibly well! Seemed like our pup wasn’t ready to leave quite yet. As always, appreciate Lisa and co for all the love and care they provide to our pup!”
“Mckenzie was great! My pup came back happy and tired out. You can tell Mckenzie does this a lot and she was very responsive and upbeat/personable. No complaints here!”
“Sally was just great with Flora. She shared a lot about how the day was going a Flora was super well taken care of! She has 2 cutes pups and they got along super well! Thank you so much!”
“This was my dog Odin’s first time staying at a sitter’s for longer than a day or two. I was a little nervous leaving him but I shouldn’t have been. Barbara was so good at keeping me updated with his stay and sent lots of pics while we were away. Odin had a great time playing with her dog as well! We will definitely come back next time we need a sitter.”
“Rosie was very happy at Kyle’s. We saw some sweet photos of her during her stay. We appreciated your flexibility in picking her up too. Thanks much. We will definitely request to rebook with Kyle.”
“Thank you! My boxer had so much fun and came back so tired from all the playing and walks. Communication was fast and the pictures I got during his stay were great. My pup can't wait to stay with Amanda and Leif again!”
“We loved having our dog stay with Brenda and her family. We will definitely use them again. She sent pictures every day,veas an excellent communicator and my dog was playing with her dogs when I came to pick him up. A+ experience! Thanks Brenda!”
“my dog is extremely anxious, but when i picked her up from rachel’s, she seemed so calm and content. so so grateful i found rachel at the last minute to board my pup!”
“This is the 4th or 5th time that Kosmo has stayed with Nicole & David, and she just loves it. She's always so excited when we pull up to their house. Nicole & David are terrific - we are so lucky to have found them!”
“J is the best! Super communicative and really loves my pup. I can tell my dog is happy in the photos he sends and when I pick him up! So grateful to have found J!”
“Lydia is a great sitter and lovely person! She is very wise about dogs and their well-being. We feel very lucky to have Lydia look after our dog. She sent great photos and daily updates. She was quickly responsive. Her home is terrific for pups.”
“Susan was fantastic with our dog, Rosie. She sent us many updates and pictures to make us feel comfortable and reassured that Rosie was happy and well cared for. I highly recommend her services and would definitely rebook with her in the future!”
“Robert was the BEST Rover we have ever had!!! I cannot recommend him enough 😃 Our dog, Archie, had a great time staying with him and got lots of love, attention, and walkies 🐾 Robert sent such fun updates, pictures, and videos that we loved getting and made us smile so much while away from our little guy 🤍 We will definitely be booking with him anytime we need to board Archie again in the future. I would give him 10 stars if I could ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“Susie and Matt provided the best care for our anxious Amy! We appreciate their expertise, confidence, and care. They made our time apart feel less worrisome by sending pics showing us how things were going. We absolutely plan to work with them again!”
“Katie did an awesome job taking care of Copper! She did a great job sending updates that included pics and videos. Could tell that he had a great time with her! Would highly recommend.”
“It was fairly last minute that we needed to find a sitter and Ellen was flexible and understanding our needs. She asked us thoughtful questions regarding our dog, his habits, and our preferences. Our dog had a great time with her and he looks forward to seeing her again in the future!”
“Deb did a fantastic job with my dog Brandy. Sent many pics and was always quick to respond answering all my questions. Brandy was comfortable at her house and she was very attentive to his needs. Deb also was very accommodating when I had changes to my travel plans. I would definitely recommend Deb and will b using her again!”
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“As always, when I come home after Jennifer cares for Miss Greycie and Sir Charlie, the kitties are both happy and chill! They LOVE their Auntie Jennifer because they know she LOVES them. I highly recommend Jennifer! 💖”
“Sophie is so great with our scaredy-cats and manages to coax them out of hiding with some treats! They do very well with her, it's a great comfort when we're traveling to know they are in such good hands.”
“Jayda was great with my cat. In addition to daily care needs, she played with her and gave her a lot of attention. I’ll reach out to her next time I need a cat sitter.”
“Beth was great! She was a great communicator and was awesome with my cats. She even got my very shy girl to come out and to accept pets! Will definitely use Beth again!”
“She was highly communicative throughout the stay and went above and beyond by leaving allergy wipes and tablets for my cat. I recommend her and will definitely book again!”
“Lisa is awesome! She’s has helped us a few times with drop-in visits for our kitty girls. She was quick to make friends with our 2 shy cats, and I love the pet update photos she sends. I would definitely recommend Lisa!!”
“Kayleah was an excellent pet and house sitter for my menaces. She sent pictures throughout my trip which helped me know my babies were well taken care of. She also let me know about any questions she had about the kitties or the apartment super promptly. I will definitely be booking her again!”
“Abigail was wonderful with my boys, and very communicative each time she dropped in to care for them. It was a holiday week so I was very happy to have gotten her booked.”
“Molly did a fantastic job watching my two cats. I felt very comfortable with her care of them and they really liked her a lot. I've already booked her again. Highly recommend.”
“Cindy is an absolute pleasure to work with. I can tell she adores our cats. She shares wonderful updates and we feel so much better knowing she is going to show our cats affection while we are out of town.”
“Sam did an amazing job watching over our two kitties! Their litter boxes were clean and they were very happy and calm when we arrived, so I know she took great care of them. We also got lots of cute photos of them playing and getting pets while we were away.”
“Olivia was amazing!! She took such good care of our kitties while we were away and left our home totally spotless. She even watered our plants for us during the most recent heat wave! Highly recommend!”
“Joel did a wonderful job checking in on my two cats and taking care of them while I was away for several days. He gave detailed reports of each visit and included pictures that I appreciated so much. He was reliable and wonderful with my precious cats. I highly recommend Joel!”
About: Over the course of my life, I have taken care of two cats and one dog. These experiences have taught me to be responsible and attentive towards all animals in my care. I am also an excellent communicator!
About: Cats have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I've grown up with them, shared my home with them, and have developed a deep understanding of their unique personalities and needs. From playful kittens to wise senior cats, I've experienced the joys and responsibilities of cat care firsthand. My current feline companions are 3 cats, and they bring so much joy to my life.
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Macalester-Groveland
Prices are estimates per day. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Stephanie did a great job with my little Zena. She sent me a picture and updates on my baby to assure me how much fun Zena was having. It's hard for me to find a place or a sitter with a dog the size of Zena (5 lbs) and Stephanie made it so easy for me to book her because she had the perfect dogs and space. I'd book with Stephanie again!”
“Aimee was great. Patient with our buddy when he was nervous and her yard/house were a good fit for our pup. Good communication. We will reach out to her for daycare again!!”
“Karen and Ryan have been the best sitters for my puppy. He’s always so happy to go to their house. They’ve been feeding him and helping with a medical need during the day and are flexible when I’m running late from work. Would recommend them to friends and family!”
“Emilie was so good to my dog, Walter. I felt really comfortable leaving her with him for the whole day. She sent tons of pictures of him while I was at work and said he played all day -- which was perfect! I'm definitely going to be rebooking in the future. :-) Walter was pooped once we got home.”
“Susie did an amazing job with our pup Quinn! She was very communicative and took great care of our dog. I highly recommend Susie for your pets care!”
About: I've been a dog lover my entire life. In fact, when I was little, I used to tell my mom I wanted to be a dog when I grew up! 😂 My passion for dogs led me to begin fostering in 2019, and since then I've helped around 40 dogs find their forever homes. I've worked with dogs from all kinds of backgrounds, though many of my fosters have been puppy mill survivors who needed extra patience, understanding, and support as they adjusted to life in a home. I've fostered with several wonderful rescue organizations, including Underdog Rescue, MidAmerica Boston Terrier Rescue, Minneapolis Animal Control, and Coco's Heart. Through fostering, I've gained experience with dogs of different ages, personalities, energy levels, and behavioral needs. I've also fostered blind and deaf dogs. I have experience administering oral medications, eye drops and topicals. Since losing my job in February, I've decided to focus on Rover full-time. The upside for your dog is that I'm home most of the day and can provide plenty of supervision, companionship, potty breaks, and attention. I live in a first-floor duplex in South Minneapolis with a fully fenced yard. I share my home with two friendly dogs: a senior blind Boston Terrier and a playful 3-year-old who loves having the right playmate. Because we've welcomed so many foster dogs into our home over the years, both of my dogs are comfortable meeting new canine friends and are adaptable to different personalities and energy levels. My younger dog is a swimmer, so during the summer we love visiting the dog park at Minnehaha Falls. If your dog enjoys adventures, has reliable recall, and you'd be comfortable with it, I'd be happy to bring them along! I want visiting dogs to feel as comfortable as possible, so I try to maintain the routines they're used to at home. Dogs are welcome on the furniture, and I'm flexible when it comes to crating, sleeping arrangements, and daily routines. If your dog normally sleeps in bed with their people, they're welcome to sleep with me too. While I do take my dogs on walks several times a week, daily walks are not part of our regular routine. If your dog requires daily walks, please let me know at the time of booking so we can discuss their needs and make sure we're a good fit. I provide regular photo updates so you can relax knowing your dog is happy, safe, and having a great time. A few things to know before booking: • While I am home most of the time, there are occasional events or commitments that may keep me away for 4+ hours. I will do my best to communicate this ahead of time, but please let me know if your dog cannot be left alone for that length of time so I can confirm my schedule before accepting a booking. To ensure a safe and comfortable environment for everyone, my home is generally the best fit for dogs who are: • Comfortable in a relatively calm household. Very high-energy dogs can be stressful for my senior dog, who is blind. • Reasonably quiet when left alone. Normal barking at delivery drivers or unfamiliar noises is completely fine. However, because I live in a duplex with shared walls, I am unable to host dogs who bark continuously when alone or throughout the night. My goal is to make your dog feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you're away, and I'm always happy to answer questions to help determine if we're the right fit for each other. Since losing my job in February, I've decided to focus on Rover full-time. The upside for your dog is that I'm home most of the day and can provide plenty of supervision, companionship, potty breaks, and attention. I want visiting dogs to feel as comfortable as possible, so I try to maintain the routines they're used to at home. Dogs are welcome on the furniture, and I'm flexible when it comes to crating, sleeping arrangements, and daily routines. If your dog normally sleeps in bed with their people, they're welcome to sleep with me too.
About: I've cared for over 15 different dog breeds since I was 10 years old, from high energy hunting dogs to cozy lap snugglers. Friends and family have trusted me with their beloved pets for years. With 8 years in animal welfare, I understand behavior and emotions, including noise fears, nervousness with new people, leash reactivity, shy/timid, resource guarding, seniors, puppies, and special needs pets. I also care for cats of all personalities independent explorers, playful toy lovers, and devoted snugglers. My goal is to give your pet a safe, loving, stress free home where they feel truly cared for while you're away. Each dog in my care receives personalized attention and love. For daycare and boarding, I limit to two dogs at a time to ensure quality care while they are in a new environment. When house sitting in your home, I can happily care for up to four dogs, keeping everyone safe, comfortable, and happy in their own home. I’m happy to provide photo updates, and our home is fully prepared for play, rest, and supervision. I’m home during the day, which allows me to provide pets with consistent attention, companionship, and enrichment. Every pet in my care enjoys a healthy balance of play, mental stimulation, walks, and quiet time to rest and recharge. Evenings are cozy and relaxed, filled with gentle supervision and snuggles, so pets feel safe, happy, and loved from morning to night. I have a fully fenced yard with secure gate locks to keep pets safe, and I’m happy to make adjustments using leads or harnesses for curious or adventurous pups. I also maintain an up-to-date list of urgent care and emergency veterinary clinics throughout the metro area for added peace of mind. Potential clients are always welcome to schedule a video home tour to see the setup and environment their pet would be in. My home allows for kenneling if needed, and I can provide large and extra large crates. I also offer separate spaces for feeding time and am located near several nearby parks for walks. For cats, I can provide a quiet, separate space if they need time to decompress. In addition to care in my home, I also offer house sitting so pets can remain comfortable in their own environment and routines. I’m located about 15 minutes from MSP Airport, which many traveling pet parents find convenient for drop-off and pick-up. Street parking is available in the area, and rideshares to the airport are typically around $20.
“Michelle and her dog Stewie are so great!! Roo was always excited to go for the day and clearly loved them both. Michelle kept us updated, sent cute pics, and was very easy to communicate with. Thanks, Michelle and Stewie!”
“Upon the meet and greet I knew my hound harper would be in good hands: Andrea took great care of Harper. It is a huge relief to know I’ve got a place to drop her off at when I need to and don’t have to worry about her.”
“Takenya waa excellent with our dog and went up and beyond with the care. And she was great about Sending pictures and videos. She is excellent with dogs. You can tell from the minute she meet her that she loves animals. She helped us out on short notice We recommend her highly.”
“Lydia is extremely responsive and made things very easy for this first-time Rover user and her puppy. Puppy came home happy & tired but not exhausted or stressed out. Lots of updates & photos throughout the day. Great backyard space to run around.”
“Absolutely incredible experience. Celia was easy to communicate with and sent me pics of my pup throughout the day. I would love to book again - highly recommmend”
About: Hi, my name is Analia. I graduated from the UMN with an animal science degree with an emphasis in pre-vet medicine. However, I am currently in the master of nursing program to get my RN license. I absolutely love animals! I have much experience in animal care, having worked at a vet hospital, a wildlife rehab center, and in an animal research lab. I have a dog of my own (husky mix) who I’ve cared for since a puppy and I used to have a shitz tzu mix. I am very patient, responsible, and flexible. I also have experience bathing dogs and nail trimming both cats and dogs. I promise you that I will always treat your pet with the same love and care that I would give my own :) Currently I am a full time student at the UMN in a fast paced 16month program. My schedule changes every 4 months but I am home most days - only gone for no more than 10 hours a week. I will keep my availabilities open on the days I don’t have class. I have a fenced yard and a husky mix, who will be excited to make any new friends. I have a crate meant for a large dogs that is available if needed. I also have extra leashes and lots of treats and toys!
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Macalester-Groveland
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About: I've taken care of cats for most of my life and volunteered at an animal shelter for a few years. I've taken care of two cats up into their old ages of 16 years and 19 years old each, both living healthy, happy, comfortable lives indoors. They were shorthaired cats, named Morris and Edward. Morris was a wild rez cat, he was very silly, small, buff black cat who grew just a little bit fat in his old age, and since he was young he's had a slightly shorter, stubbed tip tail and a frostbitten ear. Edward was a rescued wild barncat from the farmlands outside of Wrenshall, a big, lean, and smart gray cat. They both lived very happily together under my care and the care of my parents and grandparents for their entire lives. I have two cats, the oldest is 5 years old, her name is Charwee, and the youngest is 2 years old, his name is Riggsatoni. They are both longhaired cats, with Charwee being a near-black tortoiseshell with a golden ruff, left foot, and a series of golden freckles across her face like a galaxy, finishing with a "shooting star" out of her left ear. Riggs is an dusty orange and white mask-and-mantle, taller than his new friend, Charwee, but with just as much fur and sweetness as she has. He's still getting the hang of being part of our household, as he's been with me since November 2025. I've also managed to train my 5 year old cat a variety of tricks and help behaviors, such as: She reminds me to take my medications if I've not gotten to it yet. She can also do two variations of a "stand" trick, complete the "spin" trick in both directions, and understands her "left" and "right" sides after training her the "touch" and "high five" tricks, meaning you can ask her for a "left paw touch" and she'll give you one. She is also trained to walk on harness. I am in process of training my youngest 2 year old cat to get him used to his harness, and even considering training him with tricks as well, but I am also giving him time to get used to his new home with my boyfriend and I. I have lived with both shorthair and longhair cats, and I've managed to trim claws with little issue for most cats; granted, some cats are obviously not always going to be comfortable with claw trims, and therefore, in my experience, it has been better for their mental state to only do one claw every five to thirty minutes, and reassure them that they're okay with giving them pets, play, and treats, or even their personal space if they desire instead, with gentle speak to remind them they still need their "spaw" day, because no one wants their nails embedded into their pads. For very short times over the course of my 26 years, I have also taken care of dogs every now and again, and even managed to train them how to handle claw trims or do some tricks. I once even had a pair of two mixed shepherd pups, picked up from my reservation, and managed to train them to follow off-leash, accept claw trims, wear harnesses, do a few tricks, and even accept baths in the short time that I was taking care of them. I'm flexible as I'm currently unemployed and job-hunting. I'm often awake at 7am but I don't become more active until 8am, and from then I'm available until 9pm. I'm usually observing body language, often consciously listening to vocal cues, and being mindful while learning about other's pet's behaviors and preferences, paying attention to any possible wants or needs via observing body languages; a few examples I can provide is when my cats point their bodies towards their bowls and indicate to me that something isn't full enough and needs more food or water, or when they indicate they want to play with me and not the other cat, or when they use their paws to touch things that have something they want inside of them, like a bag of treats or a drawer that contains the treats.
“Analia did an excellent job with my dog. She was a great communicator, punctual, and attentive. Kiki loved walking with her and her dog. Thank you! Highly recommend!”
“Kayleah did a great job with our very large and energetic Shepherd mix! Her communication was excellent, and Dawson was always excited to see her. Next time we need a dog walker, we’ll definitely reach out!”
“Caroline was a great dog sitter! She was extremely detailed, thorough, sweet with Ruby, and a great communicator. Would love her to take care of Ruby again!”
“We again have used Lisa to check in, feed and walk our dogs. She’s amazing. We’ve hired her many times and will do so again. We highly recommend her!”
“Ava was awesome! She had to walk my dog after dark, She made sure he went #2 before bringing him back. I would highly recommend her and will use her in the future for other services.”
“I knew from the moment I met her that Johanna had an excellent understanding of dog behavior. We hired her to walk our puppy, Edgar several times a week. He is a boisterous 120lb Leonberger puppy whose size and energy have been difficult for less experienced sitters. On meeting Edgar, Johanna immediately and calmly redirected our puppy into appropriate behavior and rewarded it. She is professional, punctual and an excellent communicator. Edgar not only loves her, he respects her. After 6 walks, my husband and I decided to hire Johanna for regular weekly walks - even though we weren’t planning to - because when you find someone this good, you find ways to support them and maintain a relationship. If you are looking for someone who is calm, knowledgeable, and respectful of you and your dog, we highly recommend Johanna.”
About: Over the course of my life, I have taken care of two cats and one dog. I am a responsible and attentive towards all animals in my care, and strive to make them as comfortable as possible. I am also an excellent communicator! I am currently working part time, so I have availability weekday afternoons/evenings! I am also flexible about doing work on weekend. I am excited to work with you :) I can only pet-sit in other homes, my home is not a suitable place for a pet to stay. I am excellent at communicating and following directions, so when I stay with your pet they will be well-loved and comfortable.
“Molly was such a joy to work with and went above and beyond to give our dog a much needed break and extra attention in the middle of the day. We will use her again in a heartbeat!”
About: I have always had dogs in my life and became the extended family pet-sitter in my early teen years. My care ranges from puppies to senior dogs. I am not a certified trainer but I follow any rules, skills or tricks your dog has developed or is working on. I have had 8 dogs in my lifetime. My oldest dog lived to be 15.5 years old. I've cared for dogs with medical needs - kidney disease, seizures, hip dysplasia, depression and anxiety. I have administered medication in all forms. I work remotely from home on a flexible schedule. My availability is not restricted. I am available at all times during the day and night for bathroom breaks, walks or any other care that is needed. At my home, I have a 6-foot privacy fence. Your dog will be safe in my space. Besides being able to roam in the backyard, I enjoy any type of walk - snifari, gentle stroll, get the heart rate going or a pee and poo mission. Rain, snow or full sun - I am willing to get moving. Furniture is available for lounging plus multiple dog beds throughout the house. A dog-bed right next to my desk at home, absolutely! If your dog is crate trained, I have a quiet space for set up. In your home, I will abide my your rules and schedule. In my home, I have two cats. Your dog must get along with cats.
About: I’ve had different breeds of both cats and dogs throughout my entire childhood so I understand the responsibilities needed to properly take care of a variety of pets. My parents have also been on Rover for a couple of years and I alway love helping them out! This also means I understand the apps processes and how to navigate it. I’m a college student at Macalester college, so right now I’m on summer break. I am flexible with owners schedules and willing to driving all around the metro for visits or at home stays! I can do whatever the owner feels is necessary for their pet. Whether it’s putting pets into crates, or active play, or if meals need to be more hands on, I feel comfortable caring for them in pretty much any situation. I don’t have much experience caring for dogs with special needs, so some animals who need that type of assistance might be out of the realm of care I can provide.
“Sophie has been an extremely reliable dog walker for our pup over the past 5 months! She was great at managing his high energy levels and figuring out a play/walk routine that worked well for them both. We are very grateful for her services!”
About: I grew up with cats and dogs, and I've got two cats and a doggo of my own. I'll treat your pup like their part of my pack. I'm working from home on Mondays and in the office on Tuesday and Wednesday. I can come home over lunch if boarding during the week. I have a fenced in yard and a great neighborhood for taking walks. I can provide a separate room for pets, as well as a crate, if needed.
About: I DO NOT JUST DROP IN For extended stay house sitting I will adjust my service radius. I know a lot of people do this for extra income, I am a nurse and that is the job I do when I need to for extra income. I’m very passionate about the right of an owner feeling confident and not occupied wondering if someone is there. I don’t leave animals alone at night unless you specifically say so. I have a lot of experience with geriatric animals as well as anxious, barky dogs, cats with mental issues, chickens, exotic animals; reptiles such as large snakes and lizards, spiders, 🕷️ little furry friends, hedgehogs, fish, toucans, macaws, parrots, small birds and ferrets to name a few. I was 6 when I started my first job! It was banging on your door and (without any introductions) yelling excitedly.. “DO YOU HAVE A DOG HOW MANY? ARE YOU CAT PEOPLE!? IS IT NICE ? CAN I WALK IT ? WHATS ITS NAME ? CAN I GIVE IT TREATS ? PEOPLE FOOD ? And yes that was ALL one sentence no response necessary as I welcomed myself further into your house to look for said dog…cat or leash and your cookie jar which led me to my next question; “do you have any cookies or cakes I can have?” .🤦🏻♀️ Luckily I was just cute and outgoing enough to be welcomed over to play with the pets and tire them out for you! One day you would find me in your (locked or out of reach handle) SIX FOO TALL FENCED INI yard with your dogs or waiting for you to open the door I WAS OBSESSED 😬 eventually when you saw my strong bond and trust with your fur-balls you thought might not like kids…..I WAS IN!! Official dog walker with a new addition to my schedule. Which admittedly did lead to neighborhood search parties for your dog, thinking it ran away from the little girl two young to take care of it! (sorry Fur parents) they were actually sitting with me in my bedroom on my bed/refrigerator box made in to my dog fort (eating approved treats only!!) at my lame goldfish tank petless house. Just 7 wild sisters I couldn’t even trade for one dog!? Come on DAD! Anyways it’s a passion and a hobby, I have trained puppies have several weeks old to sit shake and lay down within a short period of time, I took my Aunt’s dogs always to doggy daycare and as an adult my past babies to fully owner trained facilities, I am a nurse of 14 years so I have all the BLS credentials as well as ACLS medical training, medication knowledge and after so many 20+ year old cats and dogs (my aunt really kept them happy!!) i’ve given just about every injection topical oral anal glandular ointment insulin you anti parasitic viral fungal and nasal! Yea nasal medication there is. At times living with my aunt who always had at least two dogs….and 5 cats…and a squirrel maybe some fish or my secret pet rat she knew nothing about (and was an actual wild rat I befriended) god I hope she doesn’t read this…now at 33 I am comfortable with “very pet friendly” houses, clutter or hoarding does not bother me as I grew up in many different homes and usually had multiple animals ranging from fish, Burmese pythons birds mice dragons, lizards, sometimes ending up, not being able to feed a certain animal to another animal that end up with rodents that I purchased as food and now purchase food to feed… It gets complicated smell does not bother me and I have no allergies, I have no pets myself, but I’m sure I will as my daughter gets older. My daughter who was obviously switched at birth because she does not enjoy dogs or most animals for that matter 🤔if she didn’t look like me, I would swear they made a mistake!! I am an on-call Emergency nurse I make my own schedule. I don’t work for anyone but you when I watch your family member(s) I! am flexible with availability, I love animals and offer free grooming in your home for any candidates as well as wound care, med management, and oh yea ALL THE CUDDLES. I can get them to appointments if needed, as a first responder and nurse of 14 years I am very adept at recognizing any signs of distress, distrust, or pain. I have been able to safely manage situations that so quickly could have went bad by recognizing slight stance variation, a quick glance or change in affect on your baby. Typically if someone is noticeably obnoxious (or a kid with no training comes and puts its sticky hand in front of your babes face randomly while on a walk…I would expect nothing less and therefore am prepared. Hey we can’t all get along all the time right? For extended care with any animals that have separation anxiety or disabilities I prefer to care for animals in their home environment. Humans usually prefer this way and animals do as well, it limits anxieties and unknown. There’s at least familiarity and their own controlled routine. I do not mind doing doggy daycare or boarding a Young rambunctious pup that may not be bonded to an environment yet But typically they are so much more comfortable in their home, and you have peace of mind when you are away that not only your babies are being watched, but your property as well. As a basic care provider as well as certifications and years of being an emergency responder, safety is first. First and foremost. That applies to living beings first as well as home and surroundings. Knowing the correct commands and the rules that kids like to break when parents are away is always important and helps Foster trust and confidence between myself and your pets. Just as children crave structure and routine animals are no different! And if I’m being honest, sometimes easier.
About: I’ve had my family dog, a vizsla for 9 years, in a house that fostered and helped other dogs. As his primary human, I have a lot of experience with high energy, big, clumsy, and loving dogs. Long playtimes, entertaining walks and cozy naps are the norm for me, and guaranteed for your furry friend. When class isn’t in session, my life revolves around my pets. I wake up at 7, feed my cat and myself, and then spend a few hours tending to my responsibilities. My cat and I play chase throughout the day and cuddle, I take walks outside and enjoy nature, and in the evening I cook and clean for myself, before settling in with a show or book with my cat. I always check to ensure any tempting packaging or food is out of reach, clean thoroughly to avoid any hygiene or contamination issues, follow instructions to the letter.
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“Our pup had a great time at Doc's home. We were on vacation for 12 days and he sent us pictures each day, with our pup clearly enjoying himself. I recommend Doc without reservation to watch your furry family member.”
“Our second time boarding with Lisa went incredibly well! Seemed like our pup wasn’t ready to leave quite yet. As always, appreciate Lisa and co for all the love and care they provide to our pup!”
“Mckenzie was great! My pup came back happy and tired out. You can tell Mckenzie does this a lot and she was very responsive and upbeat/personable. No complaints here!”
“Sally was just great with Flora. She shared a lot about how the day was going a Flora was super well taken care of! She has 2 cutes pups and they got along super well! Thank you so much!”
“Rosie was very happy at Kyle’s. We saw some sweet photos of her during her stay. We appreciated your flexibility in picking her up too. Thanks much. We will definitely request to rebook with Kyle.”
“Jessica and Grant took wonderful care of our golden retriever while we were away. They sent frequent updates and photos and gave her lots of exercise. She was happy and healthy when we picked her up. We would gladly use them again.”
“Thank you! My boxer had so much fun and came back so tired from all the playing and walks. Communication was fast and the pictures I got during his stay were great. My pup can't wait to stay with Amanda and Leif again!”
“We loved having our dog stay with Brenda and her family. We will definitely use them again. She sent pictures every day,veas an excellent communicator and my dog was playing with her dogs when I came to pick him up. A+ experience! Thanks Brenda!”
“This is the 4th or 5th time that Kosmo has stayed with Nicole & David, and she just loves it. She's always so excited when we pull up to their house. Nicole & David are terrific - we are so lucky to have found them!”
“Poppy had a great stay with Erin. I’m thankful she was so flexible with her schedule and we could make it work. I appreciate the great communication and frequent photos. I would absolutely use her again if I was in the area.”
“J is the best! Super communicative and really loves my pup. I can tell my dog is happy in the photos he sends and when I pick him up! So grateful to have found J!”
“Lydia is a great sitter and lovely person! She is very wise about dogs and their well-being. We feel very lucky to have Lydia look after our dog. She sent great photos and daily updates. She was quickly responsive. Her home is terrific for pups.”
“Susan was fantastic with our dog, Rosie. She sent us many updates and pictures to make us feel comfortable and reassured that Rosie was happy and well cared for. I highly recommend her services and would definitely rebook with her in the future!”
“Robert was the BEST Rover we have ever had!!! I cannot recommend him enough 😃 Our dog, Archie, had a great time staying with him and got lots of love, attention, and walkies 🐾 Robert sent such fun updates, pictures, and videos that we loved getting and made us smile so much while away from our little guy 🤍 We will definitely be booking with him anytime we need to board Archie again in the future. I would give him 10 stars if I could ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“Our dog Ruby is a sensitive creature and can take a while to warm to new people, but from the photos sent by Julia during our vacation showed Ruby relaxing or on a walk with their dog. She seemed to feel loved! Thank you Julia and Dan!”
“Catherine and her husband took excellent care of our dog. Very communicative with pics, video and messages. Made us feel very relaxed with the care of one of our family.”
“Thank you so much Takenya for caring for our puppy! She provided lots of pictures and updates throughout the stay. We appreciate your patience and understanding 😊”
“Katie did an awesome job taking care of Copper! She did a great job sending updates that included pics and videos. Could tell that he had a great time with her! Would highly recommend.”
“Deb did a fantastic job with my dog Brandy. Sent many pics and was always quick to respond answering all my questions. Brandy was comfortable at her house and she was very attentive to his needs. Deb also was very accommodating when I had changes to my travel plans. I would definitely recommend Deb and will b using her again!”
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