House Sitting West Seattle

“Jenae stayed with Iris while we were out of town and we had a great experience! She was super responsive and communicative and flexible when Iris last minute needed to be give some medications while we were gone. Would book again!”

Katherine P.

“Wilma goes above and beyond when it comes to house sitting she takes the time to get to know my pets, she updates me daily, is very respectful, I always feel at ease on the road when Wilma stays at my house.”

Emma M.

About: Hello! I’m Tracy and I appreciate your interest in my services! I am a recently retired elementary school teacher and a lifelong animal lover. I grew up with dogs and cats and they have been a part of my entire adult life. I believe that pets are family members and should be treated as such. My core beliefs about the welfare and humane treatment of animals were informed by witnessing as a child the actions of my grandmother. To illustrate: she would regularly take in stray cats from her neighborhood, providing them with a safe, loving, and healthy home. She would have up to 6 cats at any given time! She would also trespass on our neighbor’s property and fill empty water bowls and clean out the backyard kennels of the hunting beagles that were kept and largely neglected. (Well behaved women seldom make history, amirite?!). Professionally, I have prior experience as a dog walker and trainer, volunteering and working with dogs in organizations such as the Sacramento (CA) SPCA, Seattle Humane Society, Ahimsa Dog training in Ballard, and the Service Dog Academy (formerly in the Morgan Junction in West Seattle). I also attended the Karen Pryor Academy Dog Trainer Program in Salem, OR. All of the skills I learned and used were grounded in a positive reinforcement, force-free approach. I am also a nature lover and my idea of heaven is walking through the woods or in the mountains with a canine companion by my side. Maybe your pup would enjoy a walk through the park with me? We recently lost our sweet husky, Luna, and are still feeling the huge void that she has left. Since we are not ready to welcome a new pup to our home yet, I am grateful for the opportunity to channel my love and devotion to the animals in my care. I have recently retired from full time teaching. At this time I will not be taking recurring appointments, but otherwise have a flexible/variable schedule. If seeking house sitting, please be advised that I will occasionally be substitute teaching, as well as providing occasional walks/drop-ins for other clients so, at times, may be out of the house for one to four hours at a time. If your pet requires more constant care, I may be able to accommodate on a case by case basis for an adjusted rate. Just ask! Your pets safety and comfort is my #1 priority. We have a secure, large, fenced in property for your pup(s) to play in. We have a very comfortable home, but your pup must be able to climb a set of stairs as our house is a split level. Your dog will be treated as an honorary member of the family while they are here, and, since we are currently pet-free, will get all the love and attention they deserve! A note on boarding and day care: my husband operates a telehealth practice at home. Due to this we will only be able to accept dogs that are relatively chill - no extreme barking, reactivity, whining, or separation anxiety. Not asking for perfection - I understand dogs can be a little anxious especially at the beginning of a stay in a new place, but if you’re unsure let’s talk about it! Also, we have bunnies in the yard (not pets, but “wild”). In the absence of a full time dog, they have gotten comfortable and complacent here. If your pup has a strong prey drive and is fast, this may not be the best fit! 🐰

“Yasiel was prompt and responsive when booking. We set up a meet and greet and he also stopped by again one more time before I left to make sure the pets were comfortable with him. My dog Oakley loved him and I think had a good time. He did great with the pets and left the place clean. I also received multiple pictures a day which was great.”

Dennis & Jamie P.

“Courtney is absolutely wonderful! Highly recommend. She provided the best care for my pup and took good care of our home. Courtney is a thoughtful person, great communicator, and talented photographer. She will be our go-to person moving forward. Feeling very grateful our paths crossed.”

Kathleen L.

“Timothy was great! We found him communicative, punctual, and polite. We appreciated the pictures of our pets while we were away and his flexibility made our trip more relaxed. Thanks!”

Hilary F.

“Cierra was great! We came home to happy dogs that were also chill - like Cierra! The house looked great too. And - there was no poo in the yard! Thank you, Cierra!”

shehreen j.

“Gillian has been a wonderful pet sitter for my pup and kitty. She graciously dealt with a bout of stomach woes from my dog which required a vet visit and intensive clean- up. I appreciated her keeping me informed and her competence allowed me to relax and continue to enjoy my vacation. Thanks Gillian!”

Robin R.

“Patty was a wonderful sitter to Remy and Goose! She was very communicative and sent lots of pictures, and we could tell the pups were having a blast!”

Spencer M.

“Ellie helped me out tremendously when I contacted her just a half a week before I had to leave town for a work trip. She managed my 12 year old dog and 6mo. old large breed pup with grace and ease. I appreciated her daily check ins and pictures, and it was a relief to find someone trustworthy to stay in my home. Will definitely reach back out to Ellie with future booking requests!”

Charlie M.

“Francesca is wonderful! She took great care of our big dog and cat as well as our house! We appreciated her thoroughness and genuine care. Would definitely recommend to a friend! Thank you again, Francesca!!!”

Anastasia H.

“Lisa was great. Very communicative throughout her stay with our pup and sent pictures each day which is always a big relief! She left our house super clean which is also a lovely thing to come home to.”

Sara W.

“Saba was wonderful with my dog. After our meet and greet, my dog was very happy to see her. She communicated very clearly before, during, and after her stay. My dog takes meds and has side effects from these meds, and Saba handled it all perfectly. Saba also left my apartment very clean. I would absolutely have Saba sit for me again, thank you Saba! :)”

Chelsea H.

“Hunter has great energy and our older, anxious dog took to him immediately. We really appreciate the wonderful care he took of Patch! We will absolutely be booking with Hunter again soon.”

Tabatha O.

About: I grew up with a dog and owned two dogs for the last 7 years. My friends also have dogs and I’m a go-to for them when they need a hand. I love talking to dogs, finding their “scratch spot”, and keeping them company during their naps, while I toil away working from home. I think dogs are best served when there is a routine. I have enough flexibility in my work and social schedule to accommodate the routines your best friend is accustomed to. I also enjoy walking as much as dogs do so there will be plenty of time on our feet - enjoying the neighborhood smells and marking their spots. I live alone, no other pets and the yard is fully fenced. I limit daycare and boardings to one dog family at a time. The yard is fully fenced and I never leave pets alone in the yard. I’m always tending the garden, playing or just relaxing with them. In the house, I do not mind if dogs are on the furniture or want to cuddle at night. Dog beds are available throughout the house. And water is always available.

“Matt is a great guy. Simple and to the point— I can tell our pup was well taken care of. Another superpower of Matt’s (besides being extremely reliable) is that he takes incredible photos. Very reassuring to get updates w/ pics of your pet having a blast!”

Alyssa S.

“Natalie is the best. So reliable and our pup doesn't miss it at all. We had a last minute digestive upset and she was on top of it with special diet, monitoring potty breaks etc. Thanks, Natalie!”

Gail T.

“Justin did great with my senior Pug Esther!! I could tell she was very comfortable at home while Justin was here sitting for her. Thanks again Justin!!”

Luke W.

“Jen was wonderful! Super communicative which really helps us feel at ease when we are away. She followed our care instructions and provided exercise, love, and enrichment to our dog and cat. Thank you Jen!”

Alicia Z.

“Molly was fantastic! Reliable, caring, patient and flexible. She communicated with us perfectly. We felt so comfortable with her taking care of our dogs and home.”

Leah J.