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Top 10 Pet Sitters in Grand Rapids

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Courtney W.
Downtown
$ 40 /NIGHT
Responds: 35 minutes
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About Courtney

13 Years Experience Caring For Dogs
Hi, my name's Courtney! I'm a recent graduate of Occupational Therapy. I am currently work part time at a local hospital. I grew up with dogs, cats, birds, rodents, and reptiles. I currently live with my sphynx cat, Rhianna, she means the world to me so I understand how our pets are our family. I have pet-sit for friends, family, and individuals/families I've met in the community. I have done day visits, walks, and overnights. I have a passion for yoga, traveling, summer, the ocean, and occupational therapy. Due to my rotating hours at work I am only available for house/pet sitting at this time. Please contact me if you're looking for a caring, energetic, young professional who's a huge animal lover!
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Services & Rates

Overnight At Your Home
$40 /night
  • Willing to travel 15 miles
  • Other animals OK
  • Dogs may be unsupervised for more than 4 hours/day
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Sarah R.
Midtown
2 Reviews
$ 38 /NIGHT
Responds: 30 minutes
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About Sarah

4 Years Experience Caring For Dogs
Hi!

My name is Sarah and I own one dog named Bruce. He is beyond spoiled and loves his afternoon naps, walks, and night time snuggles. I have taken care of dogs for over 4 years, including dealing with one dog after surgery. I have many years of experience pet sitting for family members and friends. Bruce is a very friendly companion and often helps doggy visitors feel more comfortable and have a great play-cation.

Typically Bruce goes out with me in the morning on a walk, then I head off to work. While I am not there, he has a pet cam that notifies me when he barks and it has the ability to throw treats to him. Around 1pm, the dog walker comes and takes Bruce on an hour long adventure down the river bank right outside of my building. Shortly after that, I am home and he goes on another walk before stopping by the dog store in the building to pick up his favorite bone. Rest of the night we usually spend relaxing on the couch and chewing away at bones and playing with toys.

We are very excited to meet some new doggy friends!
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Services & Rates

Overnight At Your Home
$38 /night
  • Willing to travel 10 miles
  • Other animals OK
  • Dogs may be unsupervised for 2 - 4 hours/day
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Courtney M.
Belknap Lookout
7 Reviews
4 Repeat Guests
$ 40 /NIGHT
Responds: a day
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About Courtney

17 Years Experience Caring For Dogs
I absolutely adore dogs! Dogs have consistently been in my life ever since I was a small child, which has gifted me with a great deal of compassion and understanding for dogs of all breeds, ages, sizes, and temperaments. Aside from owning a dog of my own- who I have rehabilitated from fearing all people to being well balanced and social with strangers- I have a great deal of experience through dog sitting and walking jobs, groomer training, providing dog training, foster care, and volunteering at shelters.

Service is customized based on request, behavior and needs.

Generally, dogs have free range of the town house unless recommended/requested otherwise. Behavior such as excessive aggression, incontinence, or marking territory may result in having periods of restricted movement within the home as appropriate.

For animals with aggression problems, muzzles are required for walks and socialization training is available. Lots of love, patience, and understanding is here for them!

There are three parks located very near to the house that provide safe and interesting outings for dogs during walks.

It is asked that owners bring their own treats and dog food to support their dietary habits.
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Overnight At Your Home
$40 /night
  • Willing to travel 10 miles
  • Other animals OK
  • Dogs will never be left unattended
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Frederika G.
Midtown
3 Reviews
3 Repeat Guests
$ 40 /NIGHT
Responds: 4 hours
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About Frederika

9 Years Experience Caring For Dogs
My experiences with dog sitting have all been a success and I can assure you that I'm responsible and reliable with your home and your pets. I'm excited to meet new challenges and opportunities and hope we're the right fit for each other. I've worked many jobs but found the one passion that I look forward to working everyday, you learn new things and expand your carrier and knowledge every time you gain a new experience.
My career plan is to put myself through dog training school with a little help. I have a passion for training dogs and also learning from them as well. I hope to one day train dogs to work with people who have disabilities. To start that I will need certification. Right now I'm dog sitting on the side and doing dog walking for friends and family along with neighborhood friends. The funds will go directly to my schooling and would be greatly appreciated in the long run.
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Services & Rates

Overnight At Your Home
$40 /night
  • Willing to travel 10 miles
  • Other animals OK
  • Dogs may be unsupervised for no more than 1 hour/day

Reviews

Fredrika was a great communicator and easy to work with in arranging my dogs stay. However, it was difficult to get to her porch due to large amounts of snow leading to the entry. I felt great with her set up in her home for the dogs and how she treated them, kind and loving.
Pick up was another story. I had arranged a late pickup on a Saturday. She had a couple unexpected human guests, one of whom I was greeted by when first entering her home-not a big deal, until I met the second guest, who was attempting to guide my very scared pup inside. She was obviously drunk and biligerant. She followed me around, at times blocking me from rounding up my dogs. My scared pup slipped her collar and ran off after getting her outside. Fredrika was helpful in helping me catch her, however the drunk friend continued to follow me. I caught my scared pup and left- assured the friend had just "showed up". I was able to calmly communicate with said friend throughout the ordeal; but wouldn't wish this experience on anyone else.
I hope this isn't the regular occurrence with fredrika; she was very nice and appeared to have treated my pups with love and care. But I was horrified with thoughts of how things went after I had left. How long said friends were there with my pups who I entrusted with only fredrika.. etc.
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Lindsey M.
SWAN
$ 40 /NIGHT
Responds: 2 hours
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About Lindsey

10 Years Experience Caring For Dogs
I am a individual who runs a very small care services business located in Grand Rapids, however I am willing to travel. I am here for when you are on vacation, work or you simply need the extra hand. In bonus of walking, sitting and caring for your pets, I am able to house-sit from a short period of time up to a total of 2 months; in the past, when clients have been away for long stays, I often include homecare services at no charge, this seems to be a well-loved addition to my services. One service I offer I could not add to my profile are CAR RIDES! I know some pets love a calm cruise around town. I require a 24 hour notice for services, however, I greatly appreciate the soonest contact. If you have any questions regarding payment, let me know because it is always up for discussion.

My name is Lindsey, I am a creative and upbeat individual. I have been offering care services to pets as well as children, homes and gardens for over 10 years. I love animals, especially dogs. I think all pets deserve not just walks and food, but love and attention. I am not afraid of many animals, for I understand they are more afraid of us. All animals deserve respect and understanding, this includes your pets as well. I do have a part time job, however, my shifts are all under 4 hours at time, so if I need to go to work, you will never have to worry about your pets being left alone all day.
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Services & Rates

Overnight At Your Home
$40 /night
  • Willing to travel 25 miles
  • Other animals OK
  • Dogs may be unsupervised for no more than 1 hour/day
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Hedda M.
East Hills
$ 35 /NIGHT
Responds: 20 minutes
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About Hedda

9 Years Experience Caring For Dogs
My business is Urban Tails. Urban Tails is a Local First woman-owned business. My mission is to provide affordable and reliable dog walking and pet sitting services, tailored to your pet’s needs. Urban Tails believes all animals are social animals who thrive best in their own home and environment and are happier if walked and played with throughout the day, versus being crated or boarded. Urban Tails will provide individualized services with the care and love you expect for your pet. I specialize in leisure walks and steady, fast paced walks. I have special walks for seniors and overweight dogs. I do not do dog running. Play is involved in my walks. I walk up to 2 dogs at a time. I firmly believe that to give the attention needed for each individual dog, a limit of two dogs is best. I also use a GPS tracking device on pets when outdoors. I do provide harnesses if the dogs regular collar is not a proper fit. I provide organic, natural treats (if dog is allowed treats) for being good and following instructions. For my visits with cats, I include laser tag and catnip bubble play as well as cat massage. If you are gone for an extended time, I will check the mail, take out the trash, water indoor plants, and turn lights off and on. A free report card come with every visit. I am bonded and insured. Certified in pet CPR and First Aid.
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Services & Rates

Overnight At Your Home
$35 /night
  • Willing to travel 10 miles
  • Other animals OK
  • Dogs may be unsupervised for 2 - 4 hours/day
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Sherry C.
Grand Rapids
4 Reviews
2 Repeat Guests
$ 40 /NIGHT
Responds: 50 minutes
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About Sherry

5 Years Experience Caring For Dogs
I would love to care for your pet.
I will provide him/her with tender loving care. Give him/her one on one attention
I have been around animals most of my life.. I have cared for friends and family's pets, as well.
You can leave him/her with me and know that he or she will be in good hands and a safe environment!
I Love to play ball, frisbee and go forwalks.
Most weekends, I am available.
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Services & Rates

Overnight At Your Home
$40 /night
  • Willing to travel 25 miles
  • Other animals OK
  • Dogs may be unsupervised for 2 - 4 hours/day
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Annaka V.
East Beltline
$ 30 /NIGHT
Responds: a day
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About Annaka

5 Years Experience Caring For Dogs
I'm a 22 year old female who absolutely adores dogs. I am comfortable taking care of any breed and any age. My only requirement is that they are not aggressive towards humans. I have been taking care of dogs since before I can remember since my family has had a dog my whole life. I have been doing in home dog sitting for the last 5 years. I love all animals of all ages! I am most comfortable meeting you and your dog before the actual dog sitting. Feel free to text or call me when inquiring my services! I do often work 8 hr times periods at a hospital so it would be necessary for your dog to be able to be alone for that long. Unless it is on a weekend, if I have enough notice I could schedule myself to not be working. I'm excited to meet you and your dog! I love taking dogs to the dog park and on long walks.
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Services & Rates

Overnight At Your Home
$30 /night
  • Willing to travel 10 miles
  • Other animals OK
  • Dogs may be unsupervised for more than 4 hours/day

Reviews

Annaka was a great sitter for my dog Mabel! She stayed at my apartment and took good care of Mabel who is on activity restrictions due to heartworm treatment. They spent the weekend snuggling and taking it easy, and I didn't have to worry about anything! She was on time and easy to communicate with as well, which made the whole experience very easy.
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Dalia C.
East Beltline
1 Review
1 Repeat Guest
$ 30 /NIGHT
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About Dalia

7 Years Experience Caring For Dogs
I have been around animals since I was small, My Parents always had at least two dogs while we were growing up. I also have had one dog ( 6 years) and one cat( 4 Years). I love animals and taking care of them. I have had large dogs all my life and believe a good dog is a walked dog.

Services & Rates

Overnight At Your Home
$30 /night
  • Willing to travel 25 miles
  • Other animals OK
  • Dogs may be unsupervised for 2 - 4 hours/day
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Kelli W.
Cascade Hills
3 Reviews
1 Repeat Guest
$ 30 /NIGHT
Responds: a day
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About Kelli

2 Years Experience Caring For Dogs
Hey there! I have grown up in this area and would love to get a little bit more dog time than I currently do. I have 1 male rescue Husky (Yukon- 3 yrs), and recently had 1 female Chihuahua/Shi-Tzu (Lucy- 10 yrs) who passed. I also currently have a big fluffy orange tabby cat that I absolutely adore. I grew up with a total of 3 cats. I have also had fish on and off over the years.

I feel very comfortable around dogs, even ones that may come off as mean and/or aggressive (my Husky's face is pretty intimidating). I believe every dog has a soft spot somewhere. I love taking dogs on walks, running in large fields, or kicking a ball around. As I'm typing this I am missing my animals more & more!
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Services & Rates

Overnight At Your Home
$30 /night
  • Willing to travel 25 miles
  • Other animals OK
  • Dogs may be unsupervised for no more than 1 hour/day
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