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Layin on of Hands: Pet Care

$40/visit
Starting price


Requested services

Responds within a day


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About
Professional In-Home Pet Care You Can Actually Trust I provide reliable, in-home pet care with a specialty in working with anxious, shy, or sensitive animals. Every home and every pet is different, and I adjust my approach based on what your pet needs—not a one-size-fits-all routine. I’ve been house sitting for 6+ years and have experience with a wide range of animals, including puppies, senior pets, and those with more specific behavioral needs. I pay close attention to body language and behavior, and I never force interaction—your pet sets the pace, and I build trust from there. What you can expect from me: • Consistent, dependable care for your home and your pets • Daily updates and photos (as often as you’d like) • A clean, well-maintained home when you return • Respect for your routines and your pet’s comfort level I don’t just “watch” your pets—I make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while you’re away. The finer details of your home and pet care routine will always be discussed during the initial meet & greet (free of charge), so everything is clear and tailored to your needs, and to make sure we are a good fit! A few important notes: * My rates are fixed and reflect the time, experience, and personalized care I provide. * During overnight stays, I maintain a structured schedule and may have other client commitments throughout the day. * If your pet has special needs regarding time alone, we’ll discuss that during the meet-and-greet to make sure I’m the right fit. * Schedule changes made less than one week before a booking may be subject to a cancellation fee. Trust goes both ways. My goal is for you to leave your home knowing everything is handled so you can focus on your time away without stress. Summer availability is filling quickly, so if you have upcoming travel plans, I recommend reaching out sooner rather than later to make sure your homebase is covered. If that sounds like a good fit, I’d love to connect.
Overview

Hired 29 times

Serves Renton, WA

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2 employees

9 years in business

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2024

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2023

Services offered
Type of animal

Dog

Cat

Fish

Bird

Requested services

Giving food and water

Taking pet outside

Providing companionship

Changing litter or bedding

Work location

I travel to my customers

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, professionalism, and work quality.

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Brandon F.

Jul 2, 2024

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She house and pet sat for us when we went out of town. She was wonderfully responsive and sent us check in pics of the pets. I am pretty sure the pets were more disappointed to see her go than excited I was back:). She was great and I would happily work with her again!

Details: Dog • 4 pets • Giving food and water • Taking pet outside • Providing companionship • Overnight visit (10-12 hours) • My home, venue, etc.

Pet Sitting
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Cayenne L.

May 4, 2024

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Katie was a spectacular care/love provider when I unexpectedly found myself thrust into the hospital for an unknown length of time. My cat is not a fan of new people, but the pics Katie sent from each visit showed that my Nugget had instantly warmed to Katie and her son. It brought me immense peace to know Nugget was getting her physical and emotional needs met while I was away. It’s obvious Katie and her son have a way with the furry ones, else Nugget would have been frozen under the bed instead of happily accepting belly and ear scritches from loving hands.

Details: Cat • 1 pet • Giving food and water • Providing companionship • Changing litter or bedding • Short visit (30 minutes) • A few times a week • My home, venue, etc.

Pet Sitting
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Julia V.

Nov 24, 2023

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It was wonderful having Melissa visit and care for our two cats. They look so happy in the pictures she sent and I felt really comfortable having her visit our house.

Details: Cat • 2 pets • Changing litter or bedding • Providing companionship • Dispensing medication • Giving food and water • Providing exercise • Short visit (30 minutes) • Once a day • My home, venue, etc.

Pet Sitting
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Kelsey B.

May 23, 2023

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Katie was such a fantastic helper while I was gone! She sent me pictures of my cat every visit, was very communicative, and a kind person. I absolutely recommend her pet sitting services!

Details: Cat • 1 pet • Providing companionship • Changing litter or bedding • Short visit (30 minutes) • A few times a week • My home, venue, etc.

Pet Sitting
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Cynthia H.

Jul 20, 2022

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This pro was attentive to my explanations and requests, when she met with me at my home. She took an obvious interest in my cats and everything looked great when I returned home.

Details: Cat • 2 pets • Changing litter or bedding • Giving food and water • Short visit (30 minutes) • Once a day • My home, venue, etc.

Pet Sitting
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Layne Blythe

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