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Derek

You deserve to know that your fur-babes are safe and loved while you're away

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My experience

The lions share of pets I've sat for have been dogs, but have also sat for several cats as well. Have sat for reptiles on one occasion, but it was a large menagerie (red boa female, red board male, white corn snake, Chinese water dragon

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Reviews (24)

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Ann

Derek was careful to check for any extra pet needs and my cats were happy and content when I returned so I know he took good care of them. He left the house

  • cat
Kansas City, MO, US · 02 May - 16 May 2025
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Gail

Derek was a wonderful sitter for my cat. He handled medicating her daily beautifully and even discovered a way of doing it that I will be using going

  • cat
Denver, CO, US · 25 Mar - 09 Apr 2025
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Chris

Derek was outstanding. He was communicative, attentive, clean and provided excellent care for the pups. He followed the house rules and left the house in

  • dog
San Francisco, CA, US · 30 Dec 2024 - 11 Jan 2025
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tia

Our dog can be a bit wary of strangers in the house, but she loved Derek immediately! He sent regular updates (but not too much) and we could see Dolly was

  • dog
Santa Cruz, CA, US · 13 Dec - 21 Dec 2024
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Jeff

I was so happy when Derek reached out and let me know that he was available for this last sit. Derek has sat for my dogs twice in the past and I knew I could

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Denver, CO, US · 05 Nov - 09 Nov 2024

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Caitlin

Derek looked after Caitlin’s pets & home

Derek grew up in an home with 2 high energy dogs and has always been an animal lover. He’s kind and laid back, but responsible and knows when to take things seriously, such as your home and pets! He’s helped care for my 2 dogs in the past and has treated them as if they were his own. I think you’ll be very happy with his services!

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05 May 2023

About Derek

I "live" in California, but spend ~9 months traveling, and do/have done sits on both the Pacific and Atlantic Ocean. I work from home in the telehealth field, mainly helping connect people to specialty care. I'm a huge foodie, love

Age37OccupationTelehealthLives inSacramento, United States
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National Criminal Records search has come back clear

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Why I want to house sit

I love travelling and exploring new places. I love exploring wherever I'm at, whether a huge city or quiet countryside, so I'm the perfect companion for any dog that needs a lot of exercise. I also love a good cuddle in the morning and at

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