House Sitting in Wilkesboro

“Paige has been such a reliable and outstanding dog walker for my husband and I. She is always prompt and even able to help with my last minute requests. Our pups trust her! I would highly recommend using her services.”

“Justin has been the au pair for my four dogs and three cats as well as multiple foster dogs of mine for the past eight months. He is amazing with the dogs and cares for them better than I would myself. They get multiple walks and play times based on their needs. I have seniors as well as young dogs. He trains my foster dogs and socializes them. All of the dogs get special outings to various parks and dog friendly locations for fun and socialization. He is an amazing person and is very talented. He even helps me with home improvement projects on the inside and outside of my house. I highly recommend him.”

“Alyson was a godsend. We have a very hyper 5 month old boxer puppy who literally flipped out when she arrived and could not settle down. We felt terrible leaving him with Alyson as this was our first time having her to our home. By the time we got to West Jefferson she had sent us texts and videos of how everything was going. Our pup went from absolutely nuts to sleeping with her on the sofa and snoring ? Clearly she is a dog whisperer. We are so blessed to have met her and look forward to more visits!”

About: I love animals and have had pets as far back as I can remember. I currently have 3 dogs, two shih Tzu's and a labor doodle. I enjoy spending free time playing outside with them. I work from home, so i spend countless hours with my pups and play with them on breaks and lunches. My wife also works part time and is able to play with our dogs along with taking them outside in our fenced in back yard. Unfortunately going forward I can no longer take drop offs or pick ups after 1030pm est or before 9am. This is due to my 1 year old son who requires a full night's rest. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. For some reason if you cannot make that time frame please let me know and I'll do my best to accommodate your situation. I have a fenced in backyard for your dog to roam around and play in. I also have 3 other dogs they could play with.

“Jeff did a terrific job of taking care of our pups. He stayed in our cottage, while watching our dogs (no small feat as they are Great Pyrenees - a 1 and a 2 year old) . Not everyone is up to the task of handling these gentle giants, so kudos to Jeff. He communicated with us daily with pics or a video. He also kept an eye out for deliveries to the residence. We will definitely book with Jeff again.”

“We have 3 beautiful fur babies and we usually leave them with Jaszmyn, as we travel quite a bit. Since I’ve had the opportunity and privilege to observe Jaszmyn with her own fur baby, I was not only impressed but also extremely confident that she could handle my 3. Her knowledge and patience with mine has always been unmatched…and I have 3 American Bullies!! I would certainly recommend Jaszmyn as she has always epitomized responsibility, genuine love and concern for my 3!!”

“Tiffany stayed the weekend with our two Weims. This was a first-time having someone stay with them in our home. Attentive, trustworthy and reliable. Absolutely recommend.”

“Riley made an instant connection to Cadence at the meet and greet and that was the most important thing. I was impressed with Cadence’s maturity and the questions she asked. Since she was staying at my house this was also very important. When I returned Riley was glad to see me but had been well taken care of. The mail, newspaper, and packages were waiting for me on the kitchen counter. I would hope to have Cadence sit with Riley again in the future.”

“First time using Rover, but this was a wonderful experience for our senior girls. Kaitlynn helped us to have a stress free weekend by giving our girls lots of love and attention. She sent pictures too. We will be contacting her again. 🐶🐶”

“Loving, caring and responsible! Debbie did a great job keeping me informed and took fantastic care of all my pets.”

About: **Please note I am disabled and hard of hearing. I will always prefer texts over phone calls. **Check out what your babies get up to and the pictures/videos I didn’t end up sending on our Facebook or Instagram page, Zig Zag Wag pet care! I have experience with a variety of animals, including dogs and cats, horses and livestock, rodents and reptiles, and everything from basic grooming including nail trims and baths to basic behavior training. (See safety section for further details) I have experience with basic first aid. I have pretty much free and short notice availability, thought I limit bookings on WEDNESDAYS and SUNDAYS as my days off. I have a whole zoo worth of pets and need to stop by my own house throughout the day, so any house sitting will be based on regular visits. I have reliable transportation and excellent driving skills in case of needing to transport. My vehicle has a crash tested seat belt and I have a few crash tested harnesses if you do not have one, though providing your own sized for your dog is preferred. I will not provide transport for animals other than cats or dogs and cats and small dogs must be tolerant of being crated for the ride. I am great at working with your schedule with at least 2 hours notice, but Rover does not allow easy schedule changes. If you need to reduce your visits, CANCEL the booking and REBOOK with your new dates, as once Rover confirms your booking it won’t let you reduce the current rate. In your home, I offer basic cleaning services and can ensure any messes get cleaned. I can meet many varied needs and am meticulous with following your house rules for your pets. I do not offer boarding or allow client pets at my home. I will not provide food or other consumables, though I will confirm what treats your pets can have because all good pets deserve treats. I provide basic behavior assistance such as teaching your dog that jumping on people is inappropriate, basic tricks (sit, down, paw), leash manners, but I DO NOT OFFER PAID TRAINING. I am not a certified trainer in any capacity, though I have trained many of my own animals (including rats and cats!)

“Cariline was fantastic! She came over to meet our dogs and immediately had a great connection with them. She took great care of our dogs and our house while we were gone. Very communicative and friendly. Highly recommend.”

“Bethaney is amazing sitter for my babies. She stayed with them the whole weekend and I got pictures and videos regularly. Bethaney made our puppy Daisy not so anxious with us being gone. I will definitely be using Bethaney again. Thank you!”

“Keeley was the first friend of my sons that came to my mind to dog sit my fur babies when I went on vacation! She is a fur mama herself and loves animals ! I love my dogs like children and would never leave them with anyone who wouldn’t treat them the same as I do ! They immediately bonded with her and I was able to enjoy my vacation knowing they were safe and sound in her care ! I would recommend Keeley to anyone!”

About: Hello all! If you need someone to help with your pets, I’d be happy to assist. Walking, check ins or anything else you might need. I work night shift full-time, if you need a late time do not hesitate to ask! I have experience with reactive and aggressive dogs. I have a flexible schedule on my available days. I primarily work nights, but can be up during the day/ morning as well. Just let me know and I’ll be happy to work with you. Your pet will be cared for with the utmost love. Special care request will be provided as needed. It is important to send me a description of your pets needs and personality before meeting.

About: I’ve had dogs since I was a little girl! Neighbors and friends have relied on me to walk, feed, bathe and care for their dogs. I currently have 3 furry friends of my own! I’m currently working but I want to take on more of my passion! I’m available all day everyday on the weekends for boarding and overnight care! I have a fenced in yard, and 3 furry friends to keep yours company! I have a back porch that my pups love hanging out on. My dogs are crate trained, and I can easily crate yours if needed!

“Heather and Richard are awesome pet sitters and walkers. Their love of animals is evident in the way they make our little Lynkoln feel at home and loves. And Lynkoln loves them a lot. I highly recommend them for your pet sitting and walking needs.”

“Kaitlyn is absolutely amazing! She helped me take care of my 2 Chihuahua babies when they arrived home from the breeder. She came 1-2 times a day to make sure they ate well and had human interaction while their mom worked long hours! Hands down the best fur baby sitter around! 😊😊”

“Destiny did a good job watching my 2 doggies. A yorkie and pit bull mix. She offered to have an early meet and greet which helped them recognize her when she came to stay. House was neat and clean when I came home. I did have to reach out for my updates but not a big deal.”

About: Hello (: I’m Shannon, 28 years of age and have 2 furry friends myself. Bailey (golden doodle) and Tucker (Flat Coated retriever). Each pet has their own personality and style and I adapt to exactly what your pet wants and needs. If they want cuddles, they get cuddles. If they want space, they get space. Your fur baby will be supervised 24/7 and get plenty of attention. They can play outside, watch TV with me, or even snuggle up in bed. This is their vacation and I’m here to make it there best vacation. I grew up in Wilkes county and currently still reside in Wilkes but I also provide services for Surry County. I can’t wait to hear from you and meet your fur babies. Thanks, Shannon