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“Kristina was awesome! She sent daily updates and pictures which I really appreciated, took Mika on daily walks, and really made me feel like she gave her special attention and care! We look forward to using Kristina in the future!”
“I felt that my dog was in great hands and well cared for while I was away. Eric was very responsive and communicated regularly, which gave me peace of mind. He was also flexible and worked well with my travel schedule, making the entire experience smooth and stress-free.”
“Pepsi had a fabulous time with Renee and Toffee. They were welcoming and very accommodating of our schedule (flexible with pick up/drop off). Sent regular photos and updates, took Pepsi out on multiple walks in a day, and played a lot with Pepsi. Highly recommend, Renee!”
“Madeline was very communicative and made sure that my shy guy was comfortable. She and her husband clearly love dogs! I'll be utilizing their boarding again in the future.”
“Derek always takes such amazing care of Kobe! We are so appreciative of Derek’s consistent communication, endless love of Kobe, and willingness to accommodate Kobe’s needs.”
“Ginger was amazing with Penny! Penny can be a bit anxious when staying with new people but she made her feel right at home from the start. She sent regular updates and made sure she had plenty of exercise. I felt really comfortable leaving penny with her and would highly recommend her to others!”
“Rhea is truly an exceptional sitter. This was the first time I had to board my 10-year old labradoodle, and she made both my dog and me very comfortable and happy while I was away. Rhea clearly has a talent when it comes to caring for dogs and communicating with the owner. She is loving, responsible, reliable and a great communicator. I hope that she will be able to take care of my dog again the next time I need her help. I can't imagine a better place for my dog.”
“Nicole and Alexis were amazing! They kept us updated with great photos and were super responsive the whole time. It was so clear our dog was happy, loved, and well cared for while we were away. We’d absolutely book with them again!”
“I would like to just say thank you. This was my first time boarding my son dog and was anxious beyond words. She made sure my pup was loved and cared for. I was kept updated daily and some of the pictures she took will be kept forever that’s how happy he was. Tofu came home very content and healthy. Kanade went above and beyond with my pup and I am beyond grateful.”
“She was absolutely amazing! She was very easy to communicate with, she gave us frequent updates including pictures and videos. Highly recommend her!”
“This is the second time Zoey stayed with them and I only have positive things to say! Peter and Julie are wonderful as always and we will definitely continue to use them again.”
“Amy was fantastic - we instantly felt comfortable with her husband and her (and, more importantly, so did the dog!). She was very detail oriented, sent pictures throughout Champ's short stay and made sure Champ got plenty of exercise. I also appreciated her policy not to take multiple dogs at once. We will definitely be repeating with Amy - the whole experience was great!”
“Tony Is an excellent pet caretaker. I highly recommend him. Tony is very gracious and acommodating. I plan to hire him again to care for my baby, Trixie.”
“Deena was absolutely amazing with hazy. She was extremely communicative with the going on and with updating photos. Felt like I was there with them! Sounded like they had a wonderful Christmas. Would book with her again”
“Chloe was THE BEST! She was kind, patient, and very attentive to my very needy, old, anxious dog. Unfortunately my dog developed diarrhea the day after I dropped her off, and Chloe did a fantastic job handling the situation. She communicated with me clearly throughout the entire process and took such great care of my dog when she was sick. My dog was being extremely difficult, yet Chloe dealt with so many issues professionally and with compassion. My dog also instantly loved her which was a sign of how gentle and kind she is with animals. I would highly highly recommend Chloe and would definitely use her again to care for my dog!”
“Bryce was great with Alfie! It took Alfie some time to settle in which made me a bit nervous but Bryce ensured me that he had things under control and Alfie would be okay. He was even patient with me because I was worried! Bryce was also very accommodating when I had the dates incorrect due to the time zone. He quickly responded and modified the date. He was great! Thank you Bryce!”
“Very pleased! This was our first time using a Petsitter outside of our family/friends and we couldn’t have been more impressed. I know our pup was in super hands. Very appreciative of Kerry’s updates, and we could tell that Riggs felt comfortable and happy the whole time we were away. Kerry is wonderful!”
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“Julia was an amazing sitter for our cat, Wally! We were out of town for a little more than a week. Wally has some tummy issues and he’s very particular about his water, but Julia had no problem making sure he got everything he needed. She also was great at communicating how Wally was during her visit. We will definitely use her again.”
“Very thorough review, thank you for letting me know about the matted fur, I definitely need to brush him more haha. Great job at taking care of Beefy!”
“Leanna was wonderful with our cats! She gave them lots of love and attention, and even our scaredy cat who hates everyone loved her. She gave thorough reports and took lots of pictures. Will definitely be booking again in the future!”
“My picky, shy, fussy cat took a liking to Rachel right away, which is the highest of praise. She is a great communicator, a cat whisperer, and excellent animal caretaker. Looking forward to another opportunity to book her services!”
“Gianna is wonderful. She is so kind, communicative and eases our stress of traveling since we know our baby is in good hands. Our kitty always looks forward to her visits. Highly recommend her!”
“Sam took great care of our two cats! She was easy to communicate with and sent lots of pictures while we were away. I'd be happy to book her again in the future!”
“Tricia is amazing! Incredibly caring and great with communication. We could not have asked for better care for our cats. You can totally relax knowing Tricia is there for your pets.”
“Susan has been my go to sitter any time I travel. She takes such good care of my cats, sends loving updates and photos and I know she 100% cares about the well being of my pets. She goes above and beyond in services she provides and is very flexible with planning. I cannot recommend her highly enough and will leave her 5 stars every time.”
“Very proactive communicator both before and during the visits. Easy to work with and dependable. Our cat seemed to enjoy her visits and playtime. We appreciate the love Katrina showed her! Highly recommend.”
About: Hi, my name’s Ellysa and I’m a big dog/cat lover! I’ve been helping care for friends’ dogs and cats since sophomore year of highschool. My family owns a dog and a cat back at home that I sometimes care for on weekends. I’m very attentive and willing to spend time and play with different types of furry friends. It’s a guarantee that I will care for your dogs or cat as much as I do for my own! I decided to be a pet sitter / walker because I am looking for extra income and I thought this would be the best way for me to do that while still having fun. Currently staying in Spring Garden area. I constantly update my calendar so be on the lookout for that. Going on a vacation? I’m free to dog/cat sit! I work full time but have plenty of free time during the day and the weekends. I am hybrid so I am able to spend the necessary time with walking/playing with your dog/cat I am very patient and willing to take the time to gain their trust. Specifically, with cats. I know to keep my boundaries and earn their trust so that they feel comfortable when you are away.
“Alex was available for a last minute booking to do check ins for my cat since my original cat sitter stopped responding 5 days before our trip. Alex was great with Keke and has a lot of experience with cats. They kept me updated and voiced any concerns while I was away.”
“Steven was so great to work with. He understood what I needed for my kitty while I was away and took awesome care of her. He provided updates during his visits that gave me peace of mind and I could tell from the pictures that she was happy and taken care of. Steven was also super responsive and super accommodating, I’ll definitely be using him again.”
“Lizzie was amazing with Nala. She got Nala to play which doesn’t happen very often, got her to show her precious belly on their first meet! Lizzie sent plenty of photos and visit, really great experience working with her!”
“chloe was great!! we have a full house here and she handled it well :) although is was a quick trip, our four cats seemed to adjust easily. thank you again chloe :D”
“Mary Anna is the best kitty sitter. I keep booking her because she takes such careful and loving care of my two kitties and leaves extensive reports and sends pictures every day. I’m relaxed when she’s in charge of them. I’m so grateful.”
“Astrid is amazing! She took great care of Lila, gave her meds correctly, and sent us the coolest pics. Super flexible with her time too. We love having her around!”
“We always know our boys are in good hands with Chelsea! She’s so accommodating and makes sure that they are safe and cared for— even when they get into a little mischief!”
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“Max gets excited when we get on the block where Sam lives. He doesn’t react that way with every place we go. He’s a spoiled boy who lets us know how he feels. Thanks Sam for taking good care of Max!”
“Madeleine and her family were awesome. They made our Army Navy weekend even greater. We got to enjoy the game and tailgate while Ginger and Kindle had a fun time too. One of my friends who were with us remark how awesome they came out to greet us as we dropped off the dogs. They make you feel like your family. Thanks so much!”
“Lauren was great with Roxie! She was kind enough to help us out with short notice and made Roxie feel like she was right at home. Roxie is a senior pup with special needs”
“Deena was very accommodating and good with my dog. This was my first time using Rover and she made the experience great! She took care of my little guy!!! Thank you”
“Kanade was amazing!! Our dog is picky with people, but she connected with Kanade right away. Kanade and her husband made Ruggie feel right at home. Thank you for taking great care of our pup!”
“Rob was a great host to our pup, Whiskey. He was prompt and provided plenty of updates throughout the day. Whiskey came home tired after a full day of playing with other dogs. I’d recommend Rob for anyone looking for pet care in the area!”
“My dog was really happy and tired after spending a day with Glenda and Trufa. Will definitely be bringing my dog to Glenda for future bookings.”
“Alex was great with Beluga! Super flexible, took plenty of pictures, it's evident that on a scorching hot day, Alex was able to provide Beluga with plenty of relaxing space to hang out and cool down :)”
“Helen was lovely to work with and so great with Emmy! Super flexible when I had to change our meet and greet time due to work. I hope to use her services again!! Ravioli is so sweet”
“So happy we trusted Sloane with our 10-week-old puppy!! She loved Sloane’s frenchie and was so happy at the end of the day — I could tell she was cared for so well. Sloane was also very communicative about her progress throughout the day, which we appreciated so much. Thank you Sloane!”
“Great doggie day care and over night stay hosts! Thabo loves going to Sara and Robs where I know he’ll be loved on a lot and provided with plenty of play time !”
“So glad we booked with Claudia! She truly goes above and beyond for our fur baby. She’s also super reliable and responsive. Makes leaving Noodle a little easier knowing she’s in good hands!”
“We had a mixup on timing (my fault) and Paula was great! Understanding and flexible!! Most appreciate it. Oh yes and my doggie is so happy with her!”
About: We know your dog is a family member and companion, choose us and they will feel love and attention while you’re apart. Your pup will get plenty of cuddles and attention— we take only one dog into our home at a time, and prevent any overlap of daycare or boarding. Updates and photos of playtime and cuddles are key to keeping human minds at ease--we treasured these when traveling without our pup (RIP Ruby), and will send you pics and notes throughout your pup's stay. We had Ruby until we said goodbye at 15yo, fostered two puppies, and exchanged dog favors with friends many times—so have lots of experience with dogs at all stages of life and energy. Young dog zoomies or providing gentle help with stairs, hours of walking or minimalist “business” trips, we know what to do. Carmen works remotely weekdays and takes 10-15min breaks throughout the day to play with the pup, including a walk midday for lunchtime. Caitlin is home weekdays before 9am and after 5:30pm, as well as some WFH days. We typically do weekday morning and evening walks together. Weekends we are both home. Any day, you can expect updates between 9:30am and 8:30pm. We are fairly flexible and like to work with you on a 30-minute window of time for drop off/pick up between 8am and 8pm. Pickups or drop-offs outside of those hours adds a $15 charge to the booking. We require a minimum of 2 nights for any weekend night booking, 3 for holidays. If your booking (or schedule) does not meet this requirement, then we will accept the booking after adding a fee equal to the charge of boarding for the night(s) that would meet our minimum nights for a weekend/holiday period. We have two private outdoor spaces for doggie sunning / outdoor lounging between walks, and live around the block from a very dog-friendly park. Our neighborhood is great for dog walking—we know all the best streets for walks, coffee shops with treats, bars with bowls, and neighborhood dogs from the years of walks as former dog owners. Our home is air-conditioned, dog friendly, and has no children or other animals of any kind. Doggos are free to hang upstairs, downstairs, or (when we are on the same floor as they) move freely in/out of 2 enclosed outdoor spaces--great for naps in the sun (or immediate relief of incontinent seniors between normal walk intervals). We don’t feed from the table and love to know your treat routines and any special words or tricks your pupper responds to. Hot weather? We check the pavement & time walks to be during paw-safe temps. Ice melt in the winter? Happy to strap on boots and/or wash paws as soon as we return. Donning raincoats and sweaters also no problem--pups will stay as cozy and dry in our care as in yours. We like to be prepared: in the unlikely (and unfortunate) event of a canine medical emergency, we will go to Philadelphia Animal Specialty & Emergency (2100 Washington Avenue, Philadelphia PA) and alert Rover & you immediately. From our own and our friends' experiences, the staff at PASE is wonderful and provide exceptionally thoughtful and skilled care, 24/7.
“Pat was very patient with both Sammy and myself, especially in trying to find his apartment! I had a very stressful day and kept getting confused. Sammy was a rescue with a horrible background and Pat was very careful handling him. Pat took him out for walks several times and Sammy loved being out on his patio! Pat sent several updates and pictures of Sammy during the day. Will be using him every time I go into Philly for my medical appointments.”
“Devon took such great care of Beans! Beans loves her so much and he had such a good time. She took lots of pictures and he was so enriched with his visit he slept through the night and morning! Highly recommend Devon!!”
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“Liz is an excellent dog walker. She’s great with our dog who can be a little reactive on walks. She has also been helping him learn some great habits. She always sends great photos along the walk.”
“Gregory accepted a last minute booking to walk our dog and ended up walking her twice, feeding her dinner and giving her medicine. She was a happy dog when we came home and his pictures and communication were great. Can’t wait to have him walk our dog more regularly!”
About: I grew up with two dogs of my own (a Springer and a mix breed), and I genuinely love meeting and petting dogs when I’m out and about! I know that many dogs have specific routines or quirks, and I am dedicated to following you and your dogs routine exactly. I recently moved to South Philly from Vermont, and I’m excited to meet your pet sitting needs. In addition to my experience with dogs, I also have many years of childcare experience! I am currently looking for a full time job, but I’m the mean time, I am very flexible to meet your pet sitting needs! I will lead with love and trust with your dog. I have experience with dogs who have been abused in the past, and I will always follow your exact instructions that you leave.
“Brittney was highly communicative throughout, prompt to the walk, and very patient with my pup. She was also sensitive to her needs on an especially hot day! I feel very comfortable knowing my pup is under Brittney's care.”
“Ari is such a lifesaver, life events that don’t allow for pet travel occur without warning and Ari took the best care of my puppy with out hesitation wheni was called away on duty. She is prompt, communicative absolutely the overall best!!”
“Helen is the best! She is knowledgeable, reliable, and clearly loves dogs. She provides great updates on walks, and is always responsive and easy to communicate with. I feel very comfortable knowing Hoagie is in her care. I would recommend Helen to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring dog walker!”
“Kaydee deserves more then the 5 stars alotted. She has made our family feel safe and at ease in taking care of our pup. He’s a large German Shepherd with a lot of energy and you can tell he loves her. I get a picture, update and message each day when she walks him. We are so happy and so is our boy!”
“Sarah was wonderful with my dog, Bruno. I was in a real bind during the big snowstorm and sent a last-minute request, and she didn’t hesitate to step in despite the uncertainty with the weather. Her communication was fantastic—quick, clear, and reassuring the whole time. Bruno was so really comfortable with her right away. I will definitely be booking with her again. 5 stars!”
“Lee was absolutely amazing. He bonded with my dog and when over and above anything I could have asked for. Your dog will be well taken care of with Lee.”
About: I grew up having an energetic beagle so I’m used to matching a dog’s high energy level. I now usually dog/housesit for family friends and volunteer to walk the dogs from Doggiestyles pet store. Just graduated from Drexel University so I have a lot of time throughout the summer, especially during day hours. Very flexible to match client’s schedule I usually follow the requests of the client and will check in the dogs every now and then to make sure they’re okay. I would check to make sure they’re not doing anything they’re not supposed to, but also keep them entertained if they seem bored
About: As a dedicated wildlife and pet caretaker with a passion for understanding and protecting animal habitats, I have spent years immersed in the wonders of the natural world. As a pet owner for over six years, I’ve deepened my appreciation for the unique bonds that form between humans and animals, whether in our homes or in the wild. Currently, I take care of my beloved rescue Siberian husky Niko. As well I spend some of my free time looking after my friend’s dogs and cats. My goal as a caregiver is to provide a safe and stimulating environment for pets' minds and bodies. Currently I’m a student at Drexel university and have a very flexible schedule. I’m free Thursday-Sunday mostly in the mornings to late afternoons. Depending on the day I can also do evenings It is important to that pets are comfortable and feel safe all conditions. I make it a rule of thumb to keep dogs on leash during public walks and around other pets. If there is a fenced in area I will make it a priority to check and see if the area is properly supervised and secure for your pet. On regular walks having fun is always number 1. If your pet wants to chill inside and needs cuddles, or wants to take an extra adventure i’m always down.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs my whole life which includes my own. Also, took care of friends dogs while they were at work and vacation It fits into my daily routine already by me walking my neighbors dog every day after the gym in the morning and also a few of my friends dogs in the afternoon and evening when they need someone. I also walk my friends dog every weekend in the evenings or whenever they need me too since they travel alot for work. I am available at anytime on the week days or weekends,due to I am very ambitious and dedicated to my new dog walking business and real soon a doggie day care. With love, and passion. Walks around the neighborhood and to the dog park. Also I used to bring my dog everywhere to interact with all my other friends dogs until she recently passed at 18 years of age.
“Leanna is the best! She always takes care of my dog, Cody, on their weekly walks. She makes sure to give him water after each walk and gives him cuddles. I highly recommend her!!”
“If you would like for your pup to have a 5star experience, Ed is who you call. He went above and beyond to take care of our puppy dog while we were out of town. Ed was on time and had great communication throughout, I would recommend and we will definitely be using him again. Thanks again Ed! Really appreciate you”
“Ben was a great pick to take care of my pups. He was very responsive and enthusiastic . I unfortunately did not have enough food at the house and Ben offered to go out of his way and pick up some dog food. He went above and beyond ! Would highly recommend .”
“Katrina and her partner were amazing with my dog Theo, who can be anxious on walks with new people. I could tell he was at ease and enjoyed his outings. They were very communicative and took adorable photos of him. We will definitely book again!”
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“I would like to just say thank you. This was my first time boarding my son dog and was anxious beyond words. She made sure my pup was loved and cared for. I was kept updated daily and some of the pictures she took will be kept forever that’s how happy he was. Tofu came home very content and healthy. Kanade went above and beyond with my pup and I am beyond grateful.”
“She was absolutely amazing! She was very easy to communicate with, she gave us frequent updates including pictures and videos. Highly recommend her!”
“Deena was absolutely amazing with hazy. She was extremely communicative with the going on and with updating photos. Felt like I was there with them! Sounded like they had a wonderful Christmas. Would book with her again”
“Bryce was great with Alfie! It took Alfie some time to settle in which made me a bit nervous but Bryce ensured me that he had things under control and Alfie would be okay. He was even patient with me because I was worried! Bryce was also very accommodating when I had the dates incorrect due to the time zone. He quickly responded and modified the date. He was great! Thank you Bryce!”
“Very pleased! This was our first time using a Petsitter outside of our family/friends and we couldn’t have been more impressed. I know our pup was in super hands. Very appreciative of Kerry’s updates, and we could tell that Riggs felt comfortable and happy the whole time we were away. Kerry is wonderful!”
“Jake was great. Very communicative, and let us know of our boys happenings. Buddy was nice and exhausted when he got home. Highly recommend, will book with him again.”
“Carismeldi watched my pup Prada from Friday to Sunday and she was great. She kept me in the loop with pics and updates throughout the day, which I really appreciated. Prada looked happy, comfortable, and totally at ease the whole time. She was easy to communicate with, super sweet, and you can tell she genuinely cares. I’d definitely book with her again and recommend her to anyone needing a solid sitter.”
“Carmen and Caitlin took great care of my pup, Kandy. They were communicative, kept me updated on any issues, and sent photos everyday. I was originally a little nervous to leave her with new people for almost a week, but we did a meet and greet beforehand that made me feel much better and confident that Kandy would be in great hands. I highly recommend!!”
“Our dog Clover had a great time with Alexis! She was super attentive and sent us update photos and videos throughout Clover’s stay. Would definitely book again!”
“My dog loves it here he barely wants to leave when he is with Tamikia and her family… soo glad my dog loves his sitter it makes me know that he is in a safe and happy environment…”
“Lauryn and hunter did such a great job with our Lulu! They were able to accommodate a last minute booking with ease and was able to handle lulus puppy energy with understanding and grace. Would definitely recommend !”
“Fantastic sitter! I left Cheesesteak with Sara for 2 weeks and got constant updates and photos which came in handy because this was the longest I left him for. She was great with handling him, understanding what he is and isn't comfortable with, and even successfully intodriced him to her cats (which is sometimes has a hard time with). Since this was a holiday sitting she got him a holiday treat (fish) and even a present, which was so sweet of her!! ❤️❤️ I will be asking for her to sit again next time I have to travel.”
“Tim was very responsive and took great care of Yuna. He was open to a last minute meet & greet and provided lots of photos of our pup throughout the day. We really appreciate his attention to her and would book with him again!”
“Elizabeth is a rare find and absolute gem. She took such great care of my Luna, administering meds and getting her out for walks. Elizabeth provided frequent, excellent communication without being asked. Luna can be a bit extra sometimes and she was putty in Elizabeth’s hands. Thank you, Elizabeth!”
“Such a great experience! They provided so many great updates throughout and my dog came home super happy! Big focus on making sure my dog had what they needed and stayed in their routine. Would highly recommend and will book again.”
About: I have had 4 rescue dogs all with with either abusive backgrounds or extensive time living on the streets (none of whom currently live with me). I am comfortable walking large dogs up to 100lbs or multiple dogs at once. I have also trained 2 of my younger dogs and am happy to reinforce your dog's training while they are with me. I am a current pre-medicine post-bac student, I volunteer at a homeless shelter and animal shelter, and I do research in the Emergency Department. Note: for boarding on weeknights with pickup Tuesday-Friday morning, pickup needs to be scheduled prior to 8:30am. My apartment is very dog friendly and has a dog run. I also love dogs and am very excited to spend time giving your dogs all the attention they need while with me. I am happy to send pictures and updates as you want!
“Allison was reliable, communicative, and went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly with Helios. I would happily book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring sitter.”
“Jasmine did a great job watching my dog, Chianti! She was very flexible and on a very short notice. She kept me updated with pictures and videos, and I could tell Chianti was really enjoying her time. She offered to run with her, and had a great dog of her own, Sprinkles, who Chianti really clicked with. We are looking forward to Chianti staying with her again in the future!”
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