Who the heck is trish & why is she in a van?
Howdy! I'm Trish, a Pacific Northwest-based professional petsitter and full-time vanlifer with a lifelong passion for caring for animals.
Operating as a business since 2020, I bring over 15 years of experience to ensure your furry family members receive top-notch care.
I offer flexibility and reliability to fit your specific needs. Feel free to scroll down and read my story and about my qualifications. I’m excited to hear from you!
My bio & How I started Petsitting
I’m a huge animal lover — honestly, I prefer them over humans :-)
I started casually petsitting during my early 20s in my hometown in Alaska.
In my mid-20s, I worked for a friend in Ugashik, Alaska where I helped care for her pets and chickens (among other fun jobs!)
After that, I traveled the world and then made pizza in Santa Fe, New Mexico for a few years.
I returned to the Seattle area to be closer to my sister. I dabbled in the airline industry and then was a social media manager for a bit.
Then COVID hit. I began boarding dogs during the day at the house I was living in, which was a blast. During that time, I was planning my next chapter — Vanlife.
My lease ended and I returned to Alaska to work at a sportfishing lodge in Iliamna, Alaska. I saved enough money to purchase a 2005 Astro Van on Facebook Marketplace and build it out.
I spent the winter learning how to use power tools, hook up a solar-powered electrical system, and build a stable and secure home from scratch.
Once my build was complete, I began petsitting professionally. I initially started on Rover where I was listed as a Star Sitter due to my consistent 5-star ratings, a dozen plus repeat clients, reliable communication, and dependability.
After a few years on the platform, I decided to strike out on my own, aiming to gain more control over my business and provide my clients with a wider selection of specialized services.
Now, with over 15 years of house and petsitting experience, I bring a wealth of expertise to ensure the well-being of your beloved companions. Proficient in administering medications and skilled in caring for handicapped pets and those in recovery, I provide attentive and professional care tailored to their individual needs. Rest assured, your pets are in capable hands with my compassionate and detail-oriented approach.
I am excited to hear from you and meet the whole gang — feel free to reach out via the contact page, I will get back to you as soon as possible.
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