05/28/2026
It’s our 5 Year Anniversary! 🎂 🎉
~ 5 years ago, I was on a plane from San Francisco to Boston. I was flying home after recently quitting my job and moving back in with my parents. The anxiety of being unemployed was kicking in after I’d just taken a month to clear my head visiting various different states. I had been deeply unhappy in my work in accounting, and corporate life wasn’t for me. The thought occurred to me: I could try pet sitting and see where it goes. I branded myself and created my social media presence on the plane. Within a week, I had my first few clients. I am eternally grateful to those who took a chance on a brand new pet sitter without references. Evidently I did an okay job- because here I stand 5 years later, still getting calls, messages, and requests. What a 5 years it has been. I’ve worked with nearly every type of animal you could imagine, from cats and dogs (of course) to pigs, chickens, snakes and spiders. I continue to meet new families and have the privilege of being welcomed and trusted into their homes- something I never take for granted. These last 5 years have been absolutely life changing and I say that with full conviction and zero hyperbole. Once again I say- what a 5 years it has been!
I actually don’t like the term “pet sitter” because what I do (and others who fulfill this role) is far beyond just sitting for pets. It’s being in tune with their needs. It’s sleepless nights with dogs struggling with separation anxiety. It’s walks in the freezing cold. It’s taking them to medical appointments or the emergency vet. It’s sending updates and photos to the owners. It’s showing up when I’m sick or unwell because these animals depend on me when there’s nobody else. It’s getting attached and it’s a LOT of loss because unfortunately our furry family members don’t live long enough.
This isn’t a job, it’s literally my life.
What a 5 years it has been ❤️
