Maggie and Douglas - Redwood Paws pet sitters

Maggie and Douglas: trusted pet sitters

Mature, highly-reviewed couple offering in-home care for dogs and cats in Mill Valley, Larkspur, Tiburon, Marin, and San Francisco.

  • In-home care for dogs and cats
  • 16 verified 5-star reviews
  • Experienced with seniors, meds, and multi-pet homes
  • Background-checked, fully verified sitters

Meet Maggie & Douglas

Maggie & Douglas

Hi, we're Maggie and Douglas, and we house sit and pet sit together as a couple in the Bay Area.

Maggie

Originally from Scotland, I'm a US citizen and have been living in the Bay Area since 2002. I work as a Research Team Manager and Professional Genealogist.

I love crafting, reading, and being outdoors. I'm calm by nature, and animals tend to warm to me quickly. I'm extremely tidy and respectful in clients' homes.

Douglas

I'm a Scot, a US citizen and have lived in the US since 2002. I ran my own tech company for 23 years and now I am a CEO Coach.

I enjoy walking in nature and have been practicing TM meditation for over 38 years.

Why We Work Well Together

Maggie and Douglas have been married for 26 years and have lived in the US since 2002. We love looking after pets and enjoy seeing new places in the Bay Area. We both do remote work allowing us the flexibility to be with the pets throughout the day. Our clients describe us as calm, extremely tidy, reliable and easy to work with.

Maggie and Douglas with their Australian Shepherd in a redwood forest setting

Kind Words From Pet Owners

Don't just take our word for it—here's what pet owners across the Bay Area have to say about their experience with Redwood Paws.

16 verified 5-star reviews across all categories: organization, reliability, self-sufficiency, cleanliness, and pet care.

Trust & Verification

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16 verified reviews
★★★★★
All 5 stars for:
• Organized
• Reliable
• Self-sufficient
• Clean & tidy
• Pet care

We take care of the home as well as our furry friends!

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Ready to Plan Your Next Trip?

Book a call with us to see if we're a good fit for your pets and home.

We respond promptly and respect your time. No obligation—this is an exploratory conversation.

What We Offer

Premium in-home pet sitting and house sitting for dogs, cats, and other small pets. We stay in your home, providing constant care and companionship while you're away.

Core Services

In-Home Dog Sitting

Comfortable with a wide range of dog personalities—from playful puppies to calm or anxious seniors. Daily walks and, when appropriate, hikes and trail walks, especially in redwood areas such as Mill Valley and Larkspur.

In-Home Cat Sitting

Experienced with cats of all ages and temperaments. We understand that cats need calm, consistent presence and respect their unique routines and preferences.

Multi-Pet Sits

Experienced looking after several dogs at once and several cats at once. Comfortable managing different needs, routines, and personalities in multi-pet households.

Senior Pet Care

Specialized care for senior pets, including administering medication (pill, liquid, etc., as instructed by the owner). Experience with pets requiring extra attention and medical needs.

House Care Extras

Bringing in mail and packages, watering plants, taking out and bringing in garbage cans, and keeping the home extremely clean and tidy.

Areas We Serve

We're a Marin + San Francisco couple, but flexible for broader Bay Area sits.

Primary Focus Areas

Mill Valley
Larkspur
Tiburon
Marin County
San Francisco

We are able to sit within the Bay Area.

Trust & House Care

Experienced, reliable, and committed to leaving your home and pets in the best possible condition.

Experienced with All Pet Types

  • •Experienced looking after several dogs at once and several cats at once
  • •Comfortable with young, energetic dogs
  • •Senior cats and dogs (including medical needs)
  • •Anxious pets needing calm, steady company

Extremely Tidy & Respectful

  • •Home is often left as clean or cleaner than we found it
  • •Happy to take out garbage and recycling on the proper day
  • •Water indoor and outdoor plants
  • •Keep everything secure and cared for
  • •Excellent references for how well we care for homes and spaces

Calm & Reliable Presence

  • •Mature, experienced sitters
  • •Both have remote jobs, allowing flexibility and presence with pets
  • •Calm by nature; animals tend to warm to us quickly
  • •Extremely tidy and respectful in clients' homes

Why Redwood Paws

Inspired by the Redwoods

Maggie and Douglas have done multiple sits in Larkspur and Mill Valley, surrounded by beautiful redwood trees and forested trails. The name Redwood Paws is inspired by caring for dogs in these redwood-rich neighborhoods, walking and hiking with them on local trails.

Just as redwoods stand tall, steady, and deeply rooted, we bring a calm, mature presence to pet care. Your pets stay in their familiar environment—your home—reducing stress and maintaining their routines.

Redwood Paws is about blending nature, calm, and reliable care. We understand that leaving your pets and home in someone else's hands requires trust, and we're committed to earning and maintaining that trust through consistent, thoughtful care.

In-Home Care

Pets stay in their familiar environment, reducing anxiety and stress

Nature & Calm

Trail walks and hikes in redwood areas when appropriate

Reliable Care

Mature, experienced sitters you can trust completely