Personalized care for your dog or cat - Alum Creek
Highly-rated overnight sitters - Alum Creek
“Bronx seems to have a good time he has been very sleepy since he returned. Burned at lot of energy. I loved the communication daily and pictures. We missed him so it was nice to have updates.”
“Emily is a great dog sitter, I would highly recommend. I truly appreciate the daily photos and the dropping off service. Eevee seems equally as happy. Thank you Emily.”
“We had a great experience with Megan and Jay! They provided frequent updates with pictures. Luna came home happy and well cared for. We would definitely book again.”
“Maria M. was absolutely wonderful with Daisy... She did an amazing job keeping Daisy entertained and Happy as we could tell from all the photos. We're going to send out Maria's information to all our friends if they need a dog sitter. We most definitely will use Maria M. as Daisy's dog sitter from now on when we go on vacations. Thanks again for everything Maria. You're the Best!!! Stay Safe and Healthy.... The White Family....”
“Lauren was great! Libby felt right at home and settled in really quickly. The huge fenced in back yard was definitely a plus and libby loved hanging out back there. We really appreciated how communicative and responsive Lauren was and we will definitely be using her again in the future!”
“Will and Bibiana did an awesome job taken care of Maisie for us for a week. We got regular photos of her which made us feel at ease that she was having a great time. When meeting them, they ask great questions and covered everything. We will definitely use them again.”
“Jasmine was lovely! She watched our puppy Marco for 8 days while we were on vacation. We received daily updates, pictures and she made us all laugh with telling us about his funny puppy antics. He was so loved while we were gone and we are very grateful for the loving care he received!”
“This was Maddox’s first stay with Nicholas and Emily and it went very well. He went on daily walks and had a playmate with their own dog. They sent daily pictures and updates that were much appreciated. I would definitely have Maddox stay with them again.”
“Loni is absolutely amazing! It's clear she has a genuine love for animals, and she took exceptional care of our fur baby while we were away. Her communication was top-notch—frequent updates and plenty of adorable pictures kept us completely at ease. I wouldn’t be surprised if our pup was a little sad to leave her care! Highly recommend her to anyone looking for peace of mind and a happy pet.”
“Rachel and her fiancée, Newt, were fantastic with Reese! She sent plenty of updates and took awesome care of Reese. He looked happy and well taken care of! I would definitely recommend Rachel and will work with her again.”
“Absolutely amazing experience. Great communication, tons of photos. You could tell in the picture how calm and happy my dog was. Laura and Joey followed all my requests/wants/needs perfectly and gave him all his medication. Would recommend to anyone. We got stuck at the airport and they were able to accommodate him for an additional night/day (making a grand total of 17 days). Will use again when going out of town.”
“Nicole made me feel very comfortable leaving our fur baby with a meet and greet, and then later after drop-off, sending pictures immediately after we left of our Jack settling in with her dog. I felt so relieved and could enjoy our vacation! She checked in and sent pics regularly. Our highly active Jack was well exercised and crashed out when he got home! I will definitely use Nicole again!”
“Kirsten and Nicolas were great! They sent pics during the whole stay and were very communicative. They also have a fenced in back yard that they let the dogs run around in. They updated us when the pups appetites were low, which I really appreciated. Both of our dogs tend to be anxious without us because they aren’t used to used to being alone, so it was also a big plus that they work from home. In the past we have had to send our pups to kennels because we don’t have friends or family near by who can watch them. They would be locked in a kennel all day and we would literally have to pay extra for belly rubs or time out of the kennel. I usually feel uneasy the whole trip but not this time. I could tell they were well taken care of and treated like one of their own. Thank you so much Kirsten and Nicolas!”
“Liz is a great dog sitter ! She has been our go to for Arya, she sends loads of pictures and takes good care of our baby. Arya always loves going back and enjoys her stay !”
“John and Shannon were wonderful with our dog! Communication was great, and I got lots of updates, pictures, and videos! I felt confident that he was being loved and taken care of while I was on vacation. We will definitely book with them again!”
“If you need a caring, thoughtful, and no stress/worry free sitter and caregiver for your dog - Alyssa is it. My partner and I needed someone for our 5 month old Bernedoodle who is used to our work-from-home schedule and high energy dog. Alyssa was WONDERFUL and we cannot be more grateful for her. We HIGHLY recommend her!”
“Roach definitely seemed happy in every picture, responses were quick and he was even willing to do the day care sitting super last minute due to an emergency. Was great, plan to utilize again if available.”
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Cat caregivers near you - Alum Creek
“Alanna is certainly a cat whisperer! I came home to a very happy and healthy cat, and could tell through the generous amounts of photos and videos received that my sweet Stevia had a great time playing and getting pets. Alanna is truly one of a kind and I would definitely book with her again!”
“Kayla is extremely talented and careful with cats amd did a great job caring for Fred! She is very reliable and that made me feel very comfortable to do my traveling.”
“Our cat loved Carol. We appreciated her adherance to our kitty's dietary needs and her willingness to pick up our mail for us, too. She provided timely communication and photos as well.”
“Karlina took excellent care of my cat while I was out of town. She not only fed her and cleaned up her litter box, but she also spent time playing with her and giving her cuddles. I will definitely ask Karlina to check in on my cat in the future.”
“Amazing! She went above and beyond to make sure my kitties were happy, comfortable, and well cared for. The updates and photos gave me peace of mind and it was obvious she cared. I came home to a happy pet and I wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again. Highly recommend!”
“Carolyne, thank you for the care and understanding you showed to Evelyn. She doesn’t accept many people and we can tell she really liked and trusted you. It meant more than you know. Thank you again, The Serenas”
“This is our first time using Ema as a pet sitter and she was great! Very responsive and responsible, provided exceptional care for our cats and shared great feedback with us. I highly recommend her! Thank you Emma, we appreciate YOU! :)”
“Angela was excellent in her care of my two kitties. She not only was reliable and diligent in her care of my kitties but also spent extra time to be certain my home was left neat and tidy. Will definitely use again!”
“April did a great job caring for our 2 cats. Communication was easy, she consistently sent us updates and pictures, and the cats received full care. What I especially appreciated is that she did not just come in, but also spent the full half hour playing with them and giving them some love. Would recommend!”
“We couldn’t be happier with the care our cat sitter provided while watching our three cats over the New Year holiday. From the very first day, it was clear that she went far beyond simply “checking in” — she provided thoughtful, attentive, and truly exceptional care. She not only completed every single task exactly as requested, but consistently exceeded our expectations. Her daily reports were incredibly comprehensive and detailed, and the photos she shared each visit were such a comfort. Being able to see our cats relaxed, well cared for, and in their normal routines made all the difference, especially while we were away during a holiday. Each day, everything in the house was left perfectly in order, and her notes reflected genuine attentiveness to our cats’ behavior, mood, and needs. It was obvious she was truly present and engaged, not just going through a checklist. It is rare to find someone who combines reliability, excellent communication, attention to detail, and genuine care for animals so seamlessly. We felt completely at ease knowing our cats — and our home — were in such capable hands. We highly recommend her without hesitation and would absolutely trust her again in the future. She is a true professional and a wonderful caregiver.”
“Arianna impressed me from the start with her great communication before booking. She stayed overnight with my mom's two 14-year-old cats. I came home to two happy cats and a clean house. Thank you so much, Arianna!”
“Kyra is awesome! She makes sure our senior cats (who can be a bit fussy) get what they need and keeps us posted. We're so grateful for her help. Would recommend!”
“Sidlali was great at our first meeting, and very patient with the possibly-overly-detailed introduction I gave her to our cats and their litter situation. I look forward to her taking care of our cats next month!”
About: I’ve taken care of cats since I was a little girl! From caring for my own 4 cats to friends and neighbors, I am a reliable care provider. Having cats of my own now, along with 5 new kittens, I am able to take care of cats from a wide age range.
“Marissa, helped me in a pinch with a last-minute request for drop-in visits with my cat when I left town. She also agreed to an extra day when I decided to extend my trip. She communicated well with me before and during. I will definitely use her services again!”
“Booked Taylor for about a week and everything was just as I left it. The cats were healthy and happy when I got back. Taylor was very communicative and I would book her again”
“Kimberly is all the things you hope for in a pet sitter - responsible, on time, provides good updates and most importantly, is very caring toward our three cats. Simply put, she’s the best!”
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Perfect for high energy dogs - Alum Creek
“We appreciate the communication and flexibility provided esp with a late scramble with another sitter this past couple of weeks. And, most importantly, we were confident our big fur-baby was happy and taken care of with walks and more!”
“Sally was so great with my pup Marge. I have a really hard time finding people I trust with her, as she is a bit reactive and can be a little mischevious ? Marge was so excited to go back to her house, and Sally kept me informed with updates all throughout the day that brightened my work day. I’d definitely recommend her!”
About: I truly love all animals and will treat your pet as my own while they are in my care! I have experience house sitting, walking, feeding, playing, and experience with senior pets. I would love the opportunity to spend time with your pet and give them the love and care they need while you are away! I work fully from home so I have a very flexible schedule during the week and weekends. I work Monday through Friday and can fit pet care in the mornings, midday, and evenings those days. I do not work weekends so I am even more available Saturdays and Sundays. I will care for your pet in your home exactly as you would. I carefully follow all instructions provided and will be communicative throughout my time with your pet. I can assist with anything you may need in your home as well, such as plants or getting mail. I know the stress of being away from your pet, so I am here to make it as easy on you as possible!
“Will and Bibiana were absolutely amazing with Milo. They made me feel so comfortable that he would be taken care of and loved just as if he were home with me. They provided lots of pictures and took Milo on lovely long walks in nature!”
“Zach is so patient, calm, caring, consistent, and loving with our puppy as though he were part of his own family. I am more than comfortable and confident leaving him for a day with Zach and his pack!”
“Maria was absolutely amazing with my dog! She was super friendly, responsible, and really communicative the whole time. She kept me updated with texts and photos, which gave me so much peace of mind. I could tell my pup was happy and well cared for. Maria truly treated him like her own. I 100% recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter who’s trustworthy, caring, and easy to talk to!”
About: I have had a dog growing up ever since I was a little girl. I have always puppy sat for past neighbors and family members and treat them as my own! I love dogs, always have and now have my own Bernese mountain dog and chocolate lab! Very available and flexible with time to help care for your fur babies! I can provide as many potty breaks as needed- also have a dog park within our apartment neighborhood! As always I will treat any home I enter with the greatest respect and caution and will welcome mine to any dog I dog sit!
“Alyssa was very responsive, sent lots of pictures/updates and Tucker is nice and tired after a full day of playing! Thank you for taking great care of our little guy!”
“Easy and flexible to work with, and my pup had a great stay! Fenced area is not big enough for my greyhound to run but received multiple walks throughout the day instead. Loved all the pics and updates!”
“Georgia was well taken care of by Yoniray and family. It was our first time using Rover, but Yoniray made us feel at easy with updates and pictures throughout the day. I would recommend Yoniray to anyone looking for someone to take care of their dog.”
“This was the first time for our Richmond! Lauren is super communicative and just getting pictures of Richmond put us at ease. We could tell he enjoyed himself. So awesome!”
“Fran’s ears go up followed by a cute little head tilt whenever I mention that it’s “time to go see Mrs. Laken” 😀 I can tell she really loves her days there and getting to hangout with Remy and Mouse, other pet friends and of course Bostynn ☺️ because she starts to get so excited as soon as we turn onto the street. I appreciate all of the cuddles and love my girl receives. Thank you from me and Nanny Fran.”
“Sean is the best! He always comes through when l need him to watch my baby and he has even helped me out when I forget dogfood. Sean is very flexible and is understanding with my last minute schedule changes as well. Sean really does treat us like family and my Oso loves him!”
“Karla is hands-down the best dog sitter I’ve ever experienced. Her love for dogs is immediately clear in everything she does. She has a spacious backyard that gives the dogs plenty of room to run and play, and her home is always clean, well-kept, and welcoming. What I appreciate most is how she allows dogs be themselves while ensuring a safe, well-managed environment. She pays close attention to group dynamics, making sure all the dogs interact well and play safely. I felt completely at ease leaving Bruno in her care, and that peace of mind is priceless. I would book with Karla again and again without hesitation. Highly recommend!”
“Fantastic experience! Upper dare care provided on short notice. Our puppy was worn out after a day of play. Very pleased with the care Anna (Xi) provided. Very conscientious, asked all the questions to make sure our puppy’s experience was maximized. Highly recommend!”
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Adventure-ready dog walkers - Alum Creek
About: I’ve been caring for animals since I was 14 years old and have always had a genuine love for pets. Over the years, I’ve helped care for a variety of animals, including cats, ferrets, and dogs through pet sitting and house sitting for neighbors and family friends. I also have a 9 year old Border Collie/Lab mix of my own, who I’ve cared for and grown up with. Pet care is something I do on the side because I truly enjoy being around animals and building bonds with them. I’m dependable, attentive, and committed to making sure every pet feels safe, comfortable, and cared for. I currently work remotely, which gives me a flexible schedule and plenty of availability for pet sitting, drop-in visits, and walks. Since caring for animals is something I genuinely love, I enjoy getting to know each pet’s unique personality and making sure they feel comfortable, happy, and cared for while their owners are away. I’m open and adaptable to different pet care needs and always happy to help however I can! House sitting and overnight stays are available on a case by case basis depending on each pet’s needs, routine, and care requirements. My goal is always to provide reliable, loving care while making sure both pets and owners feel comfortable and confident. I make sure every pet feels safe, comfortable, and cared for by being patient and understanding with their individual personalities and needs. With my own dog and other pets I’ve cared for, I’ve learned that building trust takes time, so I never force interaction. I let pets come to me at their own pace so they can feel comfortable and secure in their environment. Creating a calm, loving, and stress free atmosphere is always my priority.
About: ✨ Meet & greets available for new clients ✨ Detailed updates with photos & videos ✨ Plenty of playtime, cuddles, and personalized care ✨ 5 years of nursing experience + a lifetime of caring for dogs Hi! I’m Gabriella 🤍 Your dog’s new favorite sitter (and hopefully a new bestie for them). I’ve been a registered nurse for the past five years, and caring for others has always been at the heart of who I am. That same patience, attentiveness, and compassion carries over into how I care for every pet I meet. Dogs have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I grew up in a home with at least three dogs at all times—from gentle Newfoundlands and playful Yorkies to Mastiffs, Golden Retrievers, Poodles, and many more. I’ve helped train many of our family dogs using a variety of training methods and have experience with dogs of all ages, sizes, personalities, and energy levels. Since moving to Columbus a few years ago and getting married, we haven’t welcomed a dog of our own just yet—which means I have plenty of love and attention to give yours! Whether your pup is energetic, shy, anxious, goofy, or a senior who just wants a calm companion, I take the time to get to know them and help them feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away. I also have experience with house sitting, boarding, walks, feeding, medication administration, and caring for pets with different routines and needs. I know how important it is to trust the person caring for your furry family member, so I’ll always treat your dog like they’re one of my own. My goal is simple: for you to enjoy your time away knowing your pet is happy, safe, loved, and in caring hands. You’ll always receive consistent communication, adorable photos, and honest updates, so you never have to wonder how your best friend is doing. I can’t wait to meet you and your pup! 🐾🤍 I’m currently working 32 hours a week. I’m free on Wednesday’s completely. I have evenings available (except Thursday) and I’m available on weekends. I’m an early riser, so if you need someone as early as 6:30am I’m your girl! Times gone: Monday 10-6 (work) Tuesday 8:30-4 (work Thursday 8:30-4 (work) Friday 8:00-4 (work) Sunday 10-12 (church) I will treat your pup just like my own! The more information you give me about them, the better! This way I can make sure i’m doing things/caring for them in a way that is the most familiar for them. You can expect quite a few photos of your pup when they are in my care, and quick communication from me as well. I’d love to walk your pup, however long they’re comfortable. Dogs when over our house can roam around wherever while we’re present. I have a guest room to keep them in, if I were not to be home. I can also crate them, as long as that’s provided with them! They are free to sleep on the couch, floor, or bed. We have no pets currently living with us, it is me and my husband. I have experience training dogs in public settings and taking them out and about to pet friendly places. If your dog is already trained and well mannered in public places, I’m more than happy to take them out to places that stimulate them and are pet friendly.
“Taylor has been very helpful. She has come and walked our very energetic dog on a weekly basis and I have had 0 difficulties getting ahold of her or getting feedback about how everything went. She is very sweet and a great choice for your pet!”
About: I have had experience in dog sitting my friends’ dogs in the past. Now I want to do it more and give our dog more friends to play with also! Everybody wins! I can be available on weekdays in the afternoon , and weekends after 10 AM for dog sitting. I can walk dog every 2-4 hours. I have a large fenced in backyard with my friendly husky named Zangy and Maltipoo named Nimbus in the house. Lots of space for dogs to play and plenty of treats.
About: I have been providing pet sitting services for at least 15 years now for our various personal family friends and others. I love animals and have had pets my whole life. They are my fur babies, and yours will be treated the same! I am a recently retired mom and grandma who has two fur babies. I can provide my own transportation, and I’m available all throughout the day for various times as needed. I would be happy to help you with your fur baby needs. I plan to provide pet care in my client’s home and keep to the same schedule they are used to. It is my goal to make sure they are comfortable and safe before I leave from the visit.
“Fantastic service with dog walking. Communication was clear and timely. She really helped us out with a short notice request. So helpful & we truly appreciate it. We would recommend her for any dog walking services. Thank you. :) Our dog Thanks you too 🐾”
About: I'm an animal lover who's grown up with multiple family members who owned dogs and have had my own German Shepherd for years since puppyhood! Well versed in caring for, walking, and enjoying company of pets. I'm a college student currently working part-time and studying for the LSAT, so I have a fairly flexible schedule that can work well for you! My approach would be to try to provide structure to the animals while following the rules and preferences of the clients. I've found my own dog is the happiest when provided efficient stimulation, so I would want to provide that for any pets I was sitting.
“Brittany has been such a relief for my husband and myself. Our adopted four legged Gus Bus is home for at least 10-11 hours. Brittany is his saving grace and spends time giving him snuggles and walks whenever he’s willing. She’s very punctual and very good with communicating about Gus. We’re so appreciative for the love and attention she has given our special boy.”
“Christine is a gem! My dog loves her and she is sweet, super responsive, and reliable. She takes lots of pictures and always makes me feel like my furry baby is in good hands.”
About: I have a beautiful dog of my own at home, his name is Merlin, he is an Australian Shepherd Border Collie mix, and a huge bundle of energy! I am not unfamiliar with puppies, elders, big dogs, little dogs, and the like! I am comfortable interacting with dogs ranging from Great Danes, Golden Retreivers, and even Dachshunds! I am able to stay overnight, head over around mid day, and leave in the morning! My work schedule is four 9 hour shifts a week, WTF and Sunday, with the hours of those shifts being 7am-4pm. I currently work over in Sunbury, so if your pets are unable to be left alone that long I encourage you to check out some other options! (Depending on location I am more than willing to stop by during my shift, given time permits) I love to take dogs on walks, play with cats and dogs alike, and cuddle with both of them, should they permit me to! I am fully willing to do whatever needed to keep you and your furbaby happy given I am able to do so!
About: i have taken care of dogs for at least 12 years now and we used to foster dogs so i constantly would take care of them, I have 1 dog named enzo and at my grandparents I have 2 pits and a new husky puppy and he’s a LOT to take care of but i always do( i’ve babysat some of my friends dogs before) I’m currently working part time at roosters as a hostess, and i typically get scheduled everyday except sundays but they are very lenient with schedules so i can always work around the time you need me for well i will definitely always want to play with them or if not playing with them just been snuggling up with them but im always willing to stay outside with them and play for however long until they get bored, ill match they’re energy always
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“Bronx seems to have a good time he has been very sleepy since he returned. Burned at lot of energy. I loved the communication daily and pictures. We missed him so it was nice to have updates.”
“Emily is a great dog sitter, I would highly recommend. I truly appreciate the daily photos and the dropping off service. Eevee seems equally as happy. Thank you Emily.”
“We had a great experience with Megan and Jay! They provided frequent updates with pictures. Luna came home happy and well cared for. We would definitely book again.”
“Maria M. was absolutely wonderful with Daisy... She did an amazing job keeping Daisy entertained and Happy as we could tell from all the photos. We're going to send out Maria's information to all our friends if they need a dog sitter. We most definitely will use Maria M. as Daisy's dog sitter from now on when we go on vacations. Thanks again for everything Maria. You're the Best!!! Stay Safe and Healthy.... The White Family....”
“Will and Bibiana did an awesome job taken care of Maisie for us for a week. We got regular photos of her which made us feel at ease that she was having a great time. When meeting them, they ask great questions and covered everything. We will definitely use them again.”
“This was Maddox’s first stay with Nicholas and Emily and it went very well. He went on daily walks and had a playmate with their own dog. They sent daily pictures and updates that were much appreciated. I would definitely have Maddox stay with them again.”
“Loni is absolutely amazing! It's clear she has a genuine love for animals, and she took exceptional care of our fur baby while we were away. Her communication was top-notch—frequent updates and plenty of adorable pictures kept us completely at ease. I wouldn’t be surprised if our pup was a little sad to leave her care! Highly recommend her to anyone looking for peace of mind and a happy pet.”
“Rachel and her fiancée, Newt, were fantastic with Reese! She sent plenty of updates and took awesome care of Reese. He looked happy and well taken care of! I would definitely recommend Rachel and will work with her again.”
“Absolutely amazing experience. Great communication, tons of photos. You could tell in the picture how calm and happy my dog was. Laura and Joey followed all my requests/wants/needs perfectly and gave him all his medication. Would recommend to anyone. We got stuck at the airport and they were able to accommodate him for an additional night/day (making a grand total of 17 days). Will use again when going out of town.”
“Nicole made me feel very comfortable leaving our fur baby with a meet and greet, and then later after drop-off, sending pictures immediately after we left of our Jack settling in with her dog. I felt so relieved and could enjoy our vacation! She checked in and sent pics regularly. Our highly active Jack was well exercised and crashed out when he got home! I will definitely use Nicole again!”
“Liz is a great dog sitter ! She has been our go to for Arya, she sends loads of pictures and takes good care of our baby. Arya always loves going back and enjoys her stay !”
“John and Shannon were wonderful with our dog! Communication was great, and I got lots of updates, pictures, and videos! I felt confident that he was being loved and taken care of while I was on vacation. We will definitely book with them again!”
“Roach definitely seemed happy in every picture, responses were quick and he was even willing to do the day care sitting super last minute due to an emergency. Was great, plan to utilize again if available.”
“Zach is an excellent, caring and diligent care provider. He provides daily updates and treats your pet like it was his own. I would recommend Zach without hesitation.”
“Lauren was fantastic with my dog, she did what I had recommended when it came to watching my dog and went above and beyond. Sent cute adorable videos and photos of my dog and assured me he would be okay. 10/10 will be going back again soon!”
“Carol watched my high anxiety dog and did a great job. My dog is a little escape artist from her kennel and Carol was so patient and willing to constantly problem solve. We were so grateful that Carol was so flexible and compassionate to the situation. We would absolutely use her again (and get ourselves a new kennel!)”
“Our dog Gunner had such a great stay with Bill and his family. The care and attention they gave him was above and beyond. Communication was outstanding. We will definitely be using their services again to take care of our special boy.”
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