In-home sitters in San Jose for your next trip

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Overview

Pet owners in California need vacations, too. Unfortunately, there are many reasons why pet owners can’t bring their pets along. Pets can be too big, too loud, or too anxious, or perhaps you’re going to a place that simply doesn’t allow pets. Thankfully, in-home sitters are there to make sure that your pet stays happy, fed, and safe. Here are some of the best home sitters servicing the San Jose area for you to check out.

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1. While You Were Out


Serving species
Dog Cat
Services
Food water Overnight in home stays Litter box cleaning Pick-up/drop-off

If your pet needs medication while you’re away, this is the pet sitter for you. While You Were Out can administer medicines without any additional fees. What’s more, Kerry Vierra, its owner, has 15 years of experience in the veterinary care industry and is a certified professional pet sitter through Pet Sitters International.

While You Were Out can cater to dogs and cats of all breeds. House-sitting services, which they call Vacation Visits, start at $70 per day for dogs, and $35 for all other animals.

2. Dirty Paws Pet Sitting & Dog Walking


Serving species
Dog Cat Reptile Bird Small Animal
Services
Food water Kennel boarding Cage cleaning Overnight in home stays Litter box cleaning Pick-up/drop-off

Dirty Paws Pet Sitting & Dog Walking has been in the business for 14 years. Their overnight house-sitting service starts at $125 for one dog. It lasts for 12 hours, beginning at seven at night. This service includes feeding your pet, taking it for a walk, and lots of playtime and socialization. This service also includes picking up the mail or newspaper. While you’re gone, you’ll be updated through the Time To Pet app.

3. Peregrin Pet Care


Serving species
Dog Cat
Services
Food water Overnight in home stays Litter box cleaning Pick-up/drop-off

With Peregrin Pet Care, you know you’re in good hands. Jessica Bea has been in the business of watching pets since 2002. Services include pet sitting and dog walking, both of which are a part of their overnight care service. Their overnight care service consists of stays of up to 12 hours, although stays can be extended on inquiry, depending on the sitter’s schedule. Pet sitting starts at $24 and in-home boarding starts at $60.

4. Lovable Pet Sitter


Serving species
Dog Cat Reptile Bird Small Animal
Services
Food water Cage cleaning Overnight in home stays Litter box cleaning Pick-up/drop-off

Lovable Pet Sitter specializes in in-home pet sitting, where your pet will follow its usual feeding schedule, get brushed, played with, and watched over. Dogs and puppies will be walked. In-home sitting services also include house sitting, where mail and newspapers will be brought inside, lights will be turned on and off, and blinds will be adjusted, which will deter thieves and home invaders. Aside from cats and dogs, Lovable Pet Sitter also caters to birds, fish, and exotic animal pets.

5. Linda’s Loving Pet Sitting


Serving species
Dog Cat Reptile Bird Small Animal
Services
Food water Cage cleaning Overnight in home stays Litter box cleaning Pick-up/drop-off

Linda’s Loving Pet Sitting has 10 years of pet-sitting experience. What puts them a cut above the rest is that they also offer house-sitting services for rabbits and other small animals alongside cats and dogs. House-sitting services include administering medication, as well as walking and feeding your pet. New clients also get 10% off dog-sitting or dog-walking services.

Keeping your pet and home safe


Pet sitters are invaluable in making sure that your pet and your home are completely safe. Thankfully, there are many pet sitters that service San Jose that you can trust, but before leaving for your trip, make sure that your pet is in the best of health. By booking an online virtual care appointment with Vetster, you can get medical care for your furry friend. These veterinarians will make sure that your pet is in the best of health, so you can take your vacation with peace of mind.

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