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Dutch Boy Pet Sitting Services

Your Pets, Our Family

Professional, reliable, and loving pet care tailored to your furry family members. From energetic beach walks to cozy overnight house sitting, we treat your pets like our own.

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Meet Your Sitter

About Me

Hello there! Thank you for visiting my page and wanting to find out more. My name is Sven, and as you may have guessed: I am Dutch! Although after 35 years in the US, I am as much American as I am Dutch. I have lived in the desert for about 6 years now and cannot imagine any other place I would enjoy living as muchโ€”summers included!

My love affair with pets started as a kid when my dad came home with a German Shepherd. The unique love and protection of a dog is hard to describe, but I imagine you all get it. My last dog, an amazing Chiweenie, passed away 6 years ago and I've been petless since. Luckily, with pet sitting, I still get my fill of animal loveโ€”from watching 10 cats at once to managing a pack of 6 Labradors on a mountain farm. You can view full details on how I handle these setups on my Services & Rates options.

Why hire me? I think it is vital to meet your pets wherever they are at. Are they playful? I will happily roll around the floor with them. Are they aloof (looking at you, cats)? I will be the silent admirer who leaves food out and respects their boundaries. The ultimate goal is to make sure your pets feel entirely safe and comfortable so you have zero worries while away.

When staying overnight, I treat your home exactly as if it were mine. I donโ€™t smoke or drink, and I am currently focused on my studies. This means I will be a calm, quiet, and highly reliable presence watching over your space, taking care of your plants, collecting mail, and keeping things tidy. Plus, I provide daily "proof of life" updates with a wink!

Before booking, letโ€™s meet face-to-face. Head down to my Contact Form so we can see if we click, and more importantly, see if your pets find me an acceptable substitute for you while you are gone!

Services & Rates

All standard rates include mail collection, plant watering, and daily "proof of life" updates so you can enjoy total peace of mind!

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Overnight Pet Sitting

12:00 PM to 12:00 PM (24 Hours)

Dedicated, round-the-clock care in the comfort of your home. Covers up to 2 pets maximum. Have a bigger furry family? Let's talk and work out a custom plan!

โœจ Weekly & Monthly Discounts Available
$80 / 24-hour stay
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Daytime Care

9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Perfect for busy workdays or day trips. I will keep your pets company, stick to their afternoon routines, and ensure they get plenty of attention while you are out.

$50 / day
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Medication Administration

Need meds administered while you're away? I've got you completely covered.

+$5 per pet / day

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Travel Beyond Palm Springs

Proudly serving the wider region! For locations outside Palm Springs, standard daily rates apply plus gas & travel cost reimbursement.

Want to know more about my pet history or house-sitting rules? Read my full About Me profile, or check availability right now via the Availability Form.

Client References

What your neighbors have to say about our professional pet care.

"Sven was amazing! My Golden Retriever got so much love and exercise."

โ€” Mark L., Carlsbad

"Reliable and caring. My cat was so relaxed and happy when I returned home."

โ€” Linda K., La Jolla

"He treats them like family. Absolute peace of mind while away on travel."

โ€” David R., Rancho Santa Fe

Get in Touch

Submit your details below to check availability. Sven will get back to you as soon as possible to discuss a face-to-face meet & greet!