House Sitting in Woods and Lakes

About: I have cared for domestic pets of all kinds - cats, dogs (all sizes), birds, turtles, lizards, etc - as a sitter and for fun. My aunt (whom my mother lives with) is a dog trainer as well as a breeder (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel) 25+ yrs. I grew up volunteering my time doing puppy evaluations, crate-training, potty-training, etc. I frequently babysit my friends pets while they are away, and have cats of my own at the house! I recently resigned my job as a firefighter, and have extra time in my schedule to have a side gig I care about. Walks, hikes, runs and swims if the dog is active! I understand each pet as it’s own needs and individual personalities. I care for other pets as they were my own, and I hope to make a great fit as a sitter for you! I am available 24/7 for pet care (overnight or drop-ins) as I recently resigned from my job to move to FL with my partner. I am currently looking for a full-time job. So call me! I live in an apartment complex with a large, fenced in dog park. It’s location is safe, next to a middle school. We have plenty of empty space to watch pets over night in separate rooms, or let them roam free depending on their personal needs. Additionally, the complex is located next to an outdoor recreation area with walking trails and sidewalks.

“Mary is a top notch sitter. Ruby genuinely took to her immediately. Mary was diligent about sending pictures and updates. She was attentive to Ruby’s health care needs. Will book her again. Highly recommend!”

Shelley P.

“Terry was great! We were visiting Florida from out of town and needed a sitter for 8+ hours with fairly short notice. Our sweet pup isn't always a fan of strangers - especially when we're leaving him with them. Terry was able to win him over - and even sent me a video of her giving him a belly rub! Not only was she willing to stay with him the entire time, but she brought him two toys - one being a stuffed alligator which has become his favorite since we've returned home! Terry clearly loves animals and I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for someone to spoil their pet while they're away - she's Dudley approved!”

Bridget F.

“Hailey was AMAZING with both of our girls. We've been thru 2 years of a TOTAL gut and reno on our home and it's not quite done, but she worked around it and made her stay with them a true pleasure. Even handled a malfunctioning fire detector like a pro. We'll definitely have Hailey back to stay with our girls . . they absolutely LOVE her!”

Brenda S.

About: I have taken care of friends and family pets for the past 6 years, along with owning both cats and dogs of my own. I have experience with all sizes and many breeds of dogs. I'm available for walks, play time, overnight at your home, and spending time with your pets. I'm currently working part time and have only availability for overnight stays. While I am unable to board at my own home, I am available to stay at your place during the day or overnight. However you need me to care for your pet, I am ready. I am available for walks and playtime, along with spending time with your pets. I can provide updates as often as you would like, along with photos.

“Angela has been caring for our cocker spaniel for about a month now, and she has just been wonderful to work with. We recently moved to FL, and before that, our dog only had one caretaker for his entire life (he's 12), so we really wanted to take the time with someone new for both drop in visits and overnights/housesitting, and she has really gained his trust - and ours!! He seems very happy in the photos she sends. So happy we found her!”

Karen W.

“Lynne is exceptionally kind and thorough with her care. She was patient in getting to know Viva and provided lots of pictures and updates. She stayed at my home and left it in the exact order it was when she arrived. I highly recommend her and will be utilizing her services again.”

Carol A.

“Jennifer was a delightful sitter with our two dogs. She was an excellent companion and watched Our kids with great care. She deserves Ten Stars.”

david e.

“Tammy was absolutely wonderful as our pet sitter! She took such great care of my girls, giving me complete peace of mind while I was away. It was clear they were happy, comfortable, and well loved the entire time. On top of that, Tammy went above and beyond—she left our home spotless and even took the time to wash the bedding, which was such a thoughtful and appreciated touch. Coming home to a clean house and happy pets made all the difference. I highly recommend Tammy to anyone looking for a reliable, caring, and detail-oriented pet sitter. We will definitely be using her again!”

Terri P.

About: I am a native Floridian that grew up with a menagerie of pets. Dogs, cats.... I love them all. There has not been a time in my 60 years that I have not owned and cared for a pet. My pets have always been my babies. They sleep with me but have been crated when needed. Pets are part of my family. I am retired and spend my days sewing or baking. I have no daily schedules to meet so I am available as often as needed. I can come to your home as often as needed for potty breaks and walks. I am available to house and pet sit if needed. Having an open schedule leaves me plenty of time to take care of your fur baby. I am a clean freak so I will never leave a mess from your pet or myself.

About: Im in my 50's but Ive always loved animals since i was very young.. i was in 4-H as a teenager & thats when I started petsitting. When I was 28 i started my petsitting/housesitting business. I had that business for 20 years in Ohio. We moved here in 2019. I have continued my petsitting here & love what I do! My visits are about 30 minutes. I do feeding, watering, litter boxes, medications, insulin is okay also. I will bring in the mail and newspaper and water plants & fill birdfeeders. I enjoy walking dogs as well as playing with them in their yard. I am comfortable with many other pets including cats, Birds, fish ()I have a 40 gallon aquarium, & a 10 gallon) hamsters, gerbils (& other rodents) guinea pigs, ferrets, rabbits, iguanas and other lizards. Thank you so much! I also have experience with horses, ducks, goats & a few cows lol! Petsitting is my career so thats my priority. Visits are tailored to your pets needs. I like to schedule as far in advance as possible so I work my days off around what I have in the book. I tailor my visits according to your pet's needs. I can do as many visits per day as you would like. I can also stay longer if you need. When I do "housesitting " , its a bedtime visit, sleepover & morning visit before I head out for other clients. I will do as many drop-in visits as you would like during the day before I return for the overnight (housesit).

“Rod and his wife came to stay with our 2 dogs for 2 days while my husband and I had a mini vacation. My dogs were in love and spoiled within the first 10 minutes! This couple is gracious and warm as well very respectful of our home. I had never had a house sitter before and was very nervous about letting strangers come in. Within 5 minutes of meeting Rodney and his wife we felt like friends and I am very happy I contacted them. We will definitely be using them often.”

Peggy H.

“Orlany was a wonderful sitter for my Bella!! She sent me frequent updates and asked any questions about things she wasn’t sure of. Bella looooooved her and had a blast! I felt very happy to hear how much they enjoyed each other and that she was looked after so well. Would definitely book again ☺️”

Jasmine S.

About: Hi my name is Cassandra. I have owned dogs for most of my life so I have a good sense of how to tell what your furry friend wants. Provided hair clips for your little girl and bandanas for the boys. All animals love me so if you have cats or other animals that won't bother me. So please contact me if you are interested. Thank you very much. I am available weekday and nights and weekends for your pet sitter needs. I accept all pups as my own with loving arms. Thank you I have a fenced yard and two playful pups to keep your little one company. I can easily crate if needed. You may also request your pups to be crated.

About: Hi there! I’m Lauren, and for me, pet care isn't just a service... it’s a lifelong passion. With 30 years of experience in the animal world, I know that every pet has a unique personality, a favorite way to play, and a specific routine that makes them feel safe. When your pet stays with me, they aren't just 'a guest' they are part of my family. I live with my Australian Cattle Dog, Spooky, and we love welcoming new friends into our home. Whether your companion needs extra snuggles, help sticking to a specific medication schedule, or a patient friend to help them adjust, I am here to provide consistent, loving, and reliable care. I treat every animal as if they were my own, ensuring their stay is filled with comfort, playtime, and plenty of affection. Pet care fits naturally into my daily routine because I work from home, which allows me to be with pets throughout the day and provide plenty of attention, supervision, and companionship. I’m able to plan my schedule around walks, feeding, potty breaks, playtime, check ins, and rest time. I understand that pets feel safest with consistency, so I do my best to follow each owner’s routine closely and make sure their pet feels comfortable, loved, and cared for while they are away. I care for pets by creating a calm, safe, and loving environment where they feel comfortable and supervised. Since I work from home, I’m able to keep a close eye on pets throughout the day and provide regular potty breaks, walks, playtime, meals, and companionship. I always follow the owner’s instructions carefully, including feeding routines, medication needs, leash rules, crate preferences, and any special care notes. In a client’s home, I respect their space and make sure their pet’s routine stays as normal and stress-free as possible. My goal is to make every pet feel safe, loved, and cared for like they are my own.

“Loved having Aunt Sam watch the pups again! So thankful that she sent pics every day so that we felt better about being away from them! So grateful to be able to take trips again knowing our babies are in good hands! Thanks, Sam!”

Meagan P.

About: Did you know dogs are not completely color blind? They can see blue and yellow! 🐾 * Group play is not guaranteed 🐶 * We cannot accept in heat dog at this time. * We may not accept intact male dogs * Please pre-packaged and label food 😊 We are involved in agility, dock diving, obedience, and hunt dog training. We know how important it is for dogs to have a job and build confidence. Taylor worked at a feed store as a Purina Rep and a Grooming Salon. She grew up on a farm and raised pigs, horses (bottle feeding the last foal), dogs, cats, rabbits, and chickens. Angel is a Veteran Military Police with the Army Reserves. She’s always grown up with pets. Her first dog was a Chow named Rosco. We have 3 acres of fenced in property with plenty of room to run and play. Play time is always supervised. Taylor works from home keeping your pups exercised mentally and physically. She is passionate about the partnership built between a person and animal. Angel is full time with the pets give undivided attention 💕 It is our goal to stay relevant in the pet industry and continue with our dog trainings so we can be more of an asset to pet parents. For safety, we follow a prevention plan. Evaluation any potential hazards and continuously read body language. It’s always better to Prevent a problem than to fix it.

About: I’ve taken care of pets since I was 10. I’ve had dogs of my own and other people’s pets as well. I love being around animals of all kinds and thoroughly enjoy taking care of them. I’m currently only working part time so I have plenty of time available to take care and play with your animals! I’d love to be able to help you out and play with your babies. I can care for your pets in whatever manner you prefer. I can walk them, play with them, feed them, and put them in their crate if needed.

About: I have experience with all different types of pets from puppies to seniors pets and I’ve grew up around animals my whole entire life ! I work at a hospital and at an elementary school my availability is very flexible and open to care of all fur babies thankfully :) I care for your fur babies just like I would with mine if there’s anything in particular you need I’m more than happy to accommodate!

“One can tell right away that Chrissy is a dog person. She loved interacting with our pooch. She went above and beyond what was expected by washing all the linens and towels and making the beds with fresh sheets. She also filled some of the gaps in our first aid kit from her supply.”

Chris C.