Pet Sitting Whittier Heights

“Quinn was wonderful, very communicative with me and navigated some of my dog's unexpected anxieties so well. I can't recommend enough!”

Alex S.

About: Hello! I'm Felix—the neighborhood Liver Treat PEZ Dispenser dogs have secretly been talking about. Today I split my time between consulting work and pet care. One unexpected benefit of leaving the traditional corporate tech grind is that I finally have the flexibility to spend more time doing something I've genuinely enjoyed for years—working with dogs. I've raised and trained three champion Boxers over the past 20 years, from puppyhood through every life stage, so I'm very comfortable with high-energy dogs, giant personalities, structured routines, and the occasional stubborn streak. Along the way I've trained through AKC Canine Good Citizen puppy classes, German Schutzhund foundation work, and advanced off-leash obedience. Each of my Boxers could confidently hold a stay with distractions from over 50 yards away, recall on command, and walk at heel completely off leash. Whether it's a quick neighborhood walk or a longer stay, I treat every dog like my own—with structure, focused play, plenty of one-on-one attention, earned rewards, and yes... probably a little too much silly dog talk. My goal isn't to create dogs that depend on me—it's to provide care that reinforces the healthy routines, confidence, and life skills you've already worked hard to build at home. These days I primarily provide structured neighborhood walks and drop-in visits throughout Ballard and the surrounding neighborhoods, taking advantage of the flexibility my consulting schedule provides. Most of the relationships I build begin with walks, drop-ins, or a meet and greet. Over time, dogs who thrive in my care and are a great fit may earn an invitation to boutique daycare or boarding, complete with a fully fenced backyard that's a bit of a unicorn in Ballard's dense city environment. I intentionally keep those services lower volume so every dog receives the same calm, structured attention that earned them a spot in the first place. After years of calendars, conference calls, forecasts, and executive meetings, I've discovered I much prefer helping a nervous dog gain confidence on a walk or convincing a puppy that the mystery object they found on the sidewalk is not, in fact, a snack. The dogs are usually easier to negotiate with. I've also spent plenty of time on the owner side of pet care. Between work travel, conferences, and long weekends away, I've personally used walkers, drop-in providers, daycare facilities, kennels, and sitters. A lot of what I do today comes from building the kind of calm, reliable, and communicative pet care experience I always wished I had available for my own dog. I know trusting someone new with your pet can feel stressful. My goal is simple: provide calm, structured, reliable care with plenty of communication, photos, and updates along the way so you can feel confident your dog is safe, understood, and having a great time. Because I split my time between consulting and pet care, my schedule is intentionally designed around a smaller number of clients instead of maximizing volume. That gives me the flexibility to provide neighborhood walks, drop-in visits, daycare, and boarding without rushing from appointment to appointment. Whether your dog is here for a quick visit or a longer stay, they're part of my daily routine—not just another stop on the calendar. There are plenty of potty breaks, walks, play sessions, naps, belly rubs (when requested), and photo updates sprinkled throughout the day. I also keep my calendar flexible whenever possible, so if your plans change or you need help on short notice, don't hesitate to reach out. If I can make it work, I'll always do my best. I believe the safest daycare groups are built intentionally, not by simply saying yes to every booking. That's why I prefer to build relationships through walks, drop-in and/or sitter visits, or a meet and greet before welcoming dogs into daycare or boarding. Whether the care takes place in your home or mine, my philosophy stays the same: learn your dog's routines, understand what helps them succeed, and provide calm, structured care that's tailored to their individual needs. My home was designed specifically with dogs in mind. The fully fenced backyard features pet turf, pavers, and excellent drainage, which means zero mud—even during Seattle's rainy season. Dogs have room to zoom, play, sniff, sunbathe, or conduct important investigations that only they understand, all while play sessions are supervised by a constant referee. Dogs who demonstrate appropriate social behavior also earn access to the community toy box stocked with balls, rope tugs, chew toys, and other favorites. It keeps play rewarding, helps prevent unnecessary resource guarding, and ensures every dog has a positive experience. Cleanliness matters just as much as play. This is my home and backyard—not just a dog pen—so I take pride in keeping everything tidy, clean, and welcoming. Friends, family, guests, and dogs all enjoy this little Ballard unicorn of a yard, so it's maintained to the same standard I'd want for everyone. I clean consistently with pet-safe products and intentionally keep my daycare and boarding groups small so every dog receives plenty of attention, supervision, and opportunities to decompress throughout the day.

About: I’ve been raising my Corgi for over 8 years, and caring for him has taught me how to understand different personalities, body language, and daily routine. Dogs make the world a better place, and it’s a privilege to earn their trust. I believe every dog is unique, so I always adjust my care to match their energy level, personality, and needs. Whether it’s walks, playtime, feeding, or simply keeping your dog company, I’ll make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved while you’re away. I’m responsible, patient, and have a flexible schedule, so your pup will receive plenty of attention and care. I treat every dog as if they were my own. I currently am working a remote job so I have a very flexible schedule. I can easily accommodate your pet’s routine and provide plenty of one-on-one attention. I can provide drop in service. During every visit, I’ll carefully follow your instructions and respect your dog’s routine so they feel as comfortable as possible. I know every dog is someone’s family. I’ll care for your pup with the same love, patience, and attention I give my own Corgi, and always keep you updated.

“Leslie was amazing and kind with my cat Miles. Great communicator with lots of pics. Punctual and dependable. I will definitely book again if she will have us!”

Carla R.

“Chandler is the best! We booked her last-minute and she completely exceeded our expectations. She was incredibly responsive, flexible, friendly, and made the whole process so easy and stress-free. Our dog absolutely loved meeting her and spending time with her, and it was clear he was in great hands while we were away. We felt so comfortable knowing he was being well cared for. We would absolutely trust Chandler for all of our future pet sitting needs and highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone reliable and caring!”

Maddi T.

“First time booking with Rover and had a spectacular experience with Ingrid! Super friendly, communicative and went above and beyond grabbing packages from outside and putting them in my house. Thanks a ton, Ingrid! Loki also thanks you :)”

Anna P.

“Rebecca is an all star. Her communication was perfect; she was competent and reliable; and I felt completely at ease knowing that my cats were in such good hands. I highly recommend Rebecca!!!”

Lena N.

“Another great experience with Allie! She watched our kitty for the second time and took such great care of him during the drop in visits. She always sends the best photos and videos, and has been patient and caring with our quirky cat who has multiple personalities. We will be booking her again next time! Thanks Allie!”

Haylee B.

“Emma was great. She's friendly, loving, and very easy to speak to. We had to cancel a visit due to last minute trip cancellation. Emma was very helpful and rescheduled the visit to a different date. Our cats seemed to love her.”

Emily C.

“Punctual and nurturing! Carissa is a fantastic pet walker and care taker - I always feel confident and secure she’ll love my babies and care for them while away.”

Shelby T.

“Faye was wonderful. Communicative, big lover of our cats, and went on a detective hunt to figure out a potential issue we had with the cats. Hoping to book again in the future, Faye was and is great.”

John D.

“I can’t recommend Carly enough! Bear absolutely adores her, and as someone with an anxious dog, that’s not something I take for granted. She always keeps me updated, sends photos, and makes me feel like he’s in the best hands. It’s such a relief knowing I never have to worry when he’s with her.”

Caitlin V.

“Justin was professional and very communicative. He was nice enough to come meet our dogs a few days prior so that our shy dog might be more comfortable. I definitely recommend his services!”

Kristin B.

“We loved having Raecine take care of our cats! We appreciated her communication and attention to the girls. We will definitely be asking Raecine to cat sit again.”

Meggie M.

“Chip is the best! So kind and so great with our sweet girl Juno. Very happy he could drop in on her everyday. Would absolutely work with Chip again!! Thank you so much!!!”

Charlie S.

“I can tell my cats were well cared for by Hannah as they were comfortable and content upon my return from a trip. Hannah also kept the house clean, taking care of the usual messes left by the cats. I'd happily recommend Hannah and hope to hire her again in the future!”

Melissa B.

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Dog Walker! Jordan is fantastic - reliable, caring, and professional. My dog comes home happy and tired after every walk. Jordan sends updates with photos and is flexible with scheduling. My pup always gets excited when Jordan arrives! Highly recommend - 5 stars!”

Dominique P.

“Great service and communication.”

Keith H.

“We really appreciate Rosy's check-in visits with our pup. She communicates very well and makes sure that our pup gets good care & focused play while we are away at work. We highly recommend her services!”

Maria B.

“Courtney was great! Courteous, thoughtful, and thorough. She made it seem like my cat is very easy to take care of (despite some odd feeding rituals we've got), and I felt very comfortable leaving him in Courtney's care.”

Matthew P.