Jan’s Pet Sitting has provided professional in-home pet sitting services to families across the San Mateo Peninsula since 1996. Our sitters are background-checked employees, and every visit is covered by bonding, liability insurance, and workers’ compensation coverage. We serve Foster City, San Mateo, Belmont, Burlingame, San Carlos, Redwood City, Redwood Shores, and Emerald Hills.
When you leave your pet at home, we make sure they stay comfortable, safe, and on their routine. We also take care of your home while you’re away.
What’s Included in Every Pet Sitting Visit
Every in-home visit from Jan’s Pet Sitting includes the following at no additional charge:
- Feeding and fresh water
- Playtime, exercise, and one-on-one attention
- Litter box cleaning
- Medication administration (pills, oral medication, and eye drops) — included at no extra charge. Our medication policy applies to cats that can be handled safely without showing aggression (hissing, biting, or scratching)
- Home security check — we verify that doors and windows are locked and secure and nothing is out of place
- Mail collection, lights alternated, and trash management to give your home a lived-in appearance
- A written report with photos sent after each visit describing our visit, so you know your pet is safe and well while you’re away
Visit Schedule
We offer 1 or 2 visits per day, based on your pet’s species, age, health, and temperament.
Daily visits required: Out of concern for the safety and well-being of every animal in our care, we do not accept requests for visits every 2 or 3 days. All pets must be seen at least once daily.
Pet Sitting Rates
The standard visit is 30 minutes. Rates start at $45/visit.
Medication (pills, oral, eye drops): No additional charge.
Holiday surcharge (per visit): $20
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Day
- Easter
- Memorial Day
- 4th of July
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Day after Thanksgiving
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Eve
Pets We Care For
- Cats
- Small birds
- Guinea pigs
- Hamsters
- Bearded dragons
- Other small animals – contact us if you don’t see your pet listed
Service Area
Jan’s provides professional pet sitting throughout the San Mateo Peninsula, including
- Belmont, CA
- Burlingame, CA
- Foster City, CA
- Redwood City, CA
- Redwood Shores, CA
- San Carlos, CA
- San Mateo, CA
Not sure if we serve your neighborhood? Call us at 650-341-6255 (voice calls only) or send an email to info@janspetsitting.com.
Why San Mateo Pet Owners Choose Us
Jan’s Pet Sitting isn’t just experienced, we’re credentialed, insured, and accountable.
- Over 30 years in business – serving the San Mateo Peninsula since 1996
- Certified Professional Pet Sitter (CPPS) through Pet Sitters International
- Fear Free Certified Professional
- Pet Sitters International (PSI) Member
- Founding Member, Peninsula Professional Pet Sitters
- All staff are background-checked employees, not independent contractors
- Fully bonded and insured, including workers’ compensation coverage for all staff
- Pet First Aid & CPR instructor — Jan was an instructor teaching pet first aid & CPR for for more than 20 years
Client Feedback
When I lived in San Mateo, Jan’s was my go-to pet sitting service. Everyone was amazing and took wonderful care of my two cats. Before taking care of your pets for the first time, they do an in-person consultation, which is a nice way to see how they interact with your animals and vice versa. They are more than willing to send an email to you while you are gone to let you know everything is okay. Also, they leave a little ‘report card’ for you, with an entry for each day they visited and a description of what they did with the pets and how the pets behaved. Every time I returned from a trip, I really enjoyed reading this.
We started using Jan’s pet sitting a few years ago and are so grateful we found them on-line. Staff are kind, caring and very responsible. We have currently a rabbit that is spunky and misbehaved but everyone at Jan’s handles her well and works around her quirks. Jan’s Pet sitting is a a true comfort when we are away.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does pet sitting cost in San Mateo?
Jan’s Pet Sitting rates start at $45.00 per visit. Medication administration (pills, oral medication, and eye drops) is included at no additional charge. A $20.00 per-visit holiday surcharge applies on major holidays listed above.
How many visits per day does my pet need?
We offer 1 or 2 visits per day depending on your pet’s species, age, health, and temperament. All animals in our care must receive at least one visit per day — we do not schedule every-other-day or every-few-days visits.
What types of pets do you care for?
We care for dogs (midday dog walks only), cats, birds, guinea pigs, hamsters, bearded dragons, and many other small animals. We also offer midday dog walks (Monday through Friday). If you don’t see your pet listed, contact us — we’re happy to discuss your situation.
Do you send updates while I’m away?
Yes. We send email updates with photos after every visit so you know how your pet is doing.
Can you administer medication?
Yes. We administer pills, oral medication, and eye drops at no additional charge. Please note: Medication administration applies to animals that can be safely handled. If your animal shows signs of aggression (hissing, biting, or scratching) when medicating, please discuss this with us before booking so we can assess the situation together.to pets that are.
*If your pet requires insulin, please contact us well in advance so we can review your pet’s protocol and confirm a team member is able to assist.
Are your pet sitters employees or independent contractors?
All Jan’s Pet Sitting staff are background-checked employees — not independent contractors. Every team member is covered by workers’ compensation insurance and our business liability policy.
Do you do a meet-and-greet before starting service?
Yes. Before caring for your pets for the first time, we conduct an in-person consultation. This gives us a chance to meet your animals, learn their routines, and make sure everyone is comfortable before your trip.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking at least two weeks in advance, especially during holidays and summer. We do our best to accommodate last-minute requests when our schedule allows — don’t hesitate to reach out.
Ready to Get Started?
Contact Jan’s Pet Sitting to schedule your free in-person consultation or to ask any questions about our services. We serve Foster City and the surrounding San Mateo Peninsula communities.
Call us: 650-341-6255 (voice calls only)
Email: info@janspetsitting.com
Or use our online contact form to contact us.