Services + Pricing

In-Home Dog Care & House Sitting in Marin County

Lisa Novak offers personalized in-home dog care and house sitting for families who want a dependable, experienced professional caring for their dog and home while they are away.

Services

IN-HOME DOG CARE

Attentive care in your dog’s own familiar environment. Ideal for dogs who do best with consistency, companionship, and the comfort of home.

Includes:

  • Feeding and fresh water

  • Walks and outdoor time

  • Play dates if agreed upon

  • Medication or supplement support, when applicable

  • Companionship and calm presence

  • Updates while you are away

  • Senior dog care support

PERSONAL ASSISTANT SUPPORT

Professional support for clients who need an extra set of trusted hands.

  • Errands

  • Scheduling support

  • Local coordination

  • Personal household tasks

  • Travel-related preparation

HOUSE SITTING

Reliable overnight or extended-stay house sitting for clients who want both their dog and home cared for with professionalism and discretion.

Includes:

  • In-home overnight presence

  • Basic home oversight

  • Mail and package retrieval

  • Plant watering

  • Light household continuity

  • Security-minded presence while you travel

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • Two Dog Maximum 

  • Lisa does not provide care for reactive dogs.

  • No indoor cameras during overnight stays.

  • No house cleaning services.

  • Cat care may be considered only as part of an existing dog household.

  • Services are by referral, relationship, and availability.

Pricing

Rates are tailored based on your pet’s care needs, visit frequency, household responsibilities, and overall length of stay.

  • Overnight / 24-hour care: starting at $175

  • Additional dogs: $15 each

  • Personal assistant or household support tasks: $40/hour

Customized care plans are available for extended stays, multiple pets, and recurring support.

INQUIRE

Your Frequently Asked Questions Answered

  • Lisa provides dog sitting, overnight pet care, house sitting, and household support services throughout Marin County, including Sausalito, Mill Valley, Tiburon, Belvedere, Corte Madera, Larkspur, Kentfield, Ross, and surrounding communities. Services are provided in your home so your dog can remain comfortable in a familiar environment while you're away.

  • Lisa's overnight dog sitting services include attentive in-home care, feeding, walks, medication administration when needed, companionship, and maintaining your dog's regular routine. In addition to caring for your pets, she provides a reassuring presence in the home, helping clients return to a well-cared-for house and happy dogs.

  • Yes. Lisa has experience caring for senior dogs and understands the additional patience, consistency, and attention they often require. Whether your dog needs medication, a modified walking schedule, extra comfort, or simply a calm companion, care is tailored to their individual needs and routine.

  • Many dogs experience less stress when they can remain in their own home surrounded by familiar sights, smells, and routines. In-home dog care allows your pet to maintain their normal schedule while receiving personalized attention. It also provides added peace of mind for homeowners who prefer having a responsible person present while they travel.

  • The process begins with an inquiry through the website contact form. Lisa will schedule a consultation to learn about your dog, household routines, travel plans, and care expectations. This allows both you and your dog to determine whether the relationship is a good fit before booking future dog sitting or house sitting services.

  • Yes. Many of Lisa's clients travel regularly and appreciate having a consistent caregiver their dogs already know and trust. Recurring dog sitting and house sitting services provide continuity for both pets and homeowners while allowing Lisa to become familiar with each dog's unique personality, routines, and preferences.