In-home pet & house care

Trusted, personal care for your pets and home

One familiar face, consistent routines, and real peace of mind — wherever your travels take you.

One consistent caregiver Community-rate packages Flexible in-home scheduling

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What we offer

Care that fits your life, not a marketplace template

Every household is different. Wayfarer Whiskers works around your schedule, your pets, and your home — not the other way around.

In-Home Pet Sitting

Your pets stay home, in their own routine, with a caregiver who knows them by name. No kennels, no strangers — just calm, familiar care in the space they love most.

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House Sitting

A lived-in home is a safe home. When you travel, your space stays watched, your mail collected, your plants watered, and your routines maintained — all by someone you've already met.

Learn about house sitting

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How it works

A relationship, not a transaction

Reach out

Tell us about your household

Send a message or request via our booking form. Share a bit about your pets, your home, and what kind of care you need. There are no one-size-fits-all answers here — this starts with a real conversation.

Meet first

A proper introduction, no rush

Before any stay or visit, we get acquainted — your pets get to sniff us out, you get to ask every question on your mind. Only when everyone is comfortable do we move forward.

Settled in

Consistent care, on your terms

Visits follow your pets' real routines. You hear from us. Nothing gets changed without checking with you first. That's what a familiar face means — not just a warm body in the door.

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You deserve to travel without a pit in your stomach. Your pets deserve someone who already knows their name.

Wayfarer Whiskers was built on a simple belief: care should feel personal because it is personal. We go where the work is, we learn every household's rhythms, and we stay as long as you need us. No agency rotation, no strangers through the door — just consistent, compassionate presence.

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FAQ

Questions worth asking

Honest answers — no fine print.

Do you come to my home or do I bring pets to you?

Always your home. Wayfarer Whiskers provides in-home care so your pets stay in the environment they know, with the routines they're used to. No drop-offs, no kennels.

How do community-rate packages work?

We offer flexible nightly and weekly packages designed to be accessible for neighbors and households on fixed incomes. Reach out through the booking form and we'll talk through what fits your situation — there's no rigid price sheet because every arrangement is a little different.

What does a first booking look like?

It starts with a conversation. We'll arrange a time to meet you and your pets before committing to anything. Once everyone is comfortable — you, your pets, and us — we work out a plan that fits your schedule.

Do you cover a specific city or area?

We go where the work is. Wayfarer Whiskers isn't tied to a single city or region — reach out and we'll let you know if we can help with your location.

What if I need personal assistance or remote task help, not just pet care?

We handle that too. Personal assisting and remote task support are part of what we offer — errands, light home coordination, and similar tasks. Check the Services page or ask us directly.

Have a different question? Reach out directly.

Ready for a familiar face?

Request care and we will be in touch to talk through your household's needs.

Request care

Or text us directly — contact details on the contact page.