Annie sat for our cat, Tuna, over a long weekend. She was extremely kind and self-sufficient. When we arrived home, Tuna was relaxed and happy and our apartment was as clean and tidy as we had left it. Annie would be welcome to sit for us again any time, we'd highly recommend her.
I could not have asked for a better first experience with zeewoi! Jordan and Nataki were great at communicating from the very start, and they sent me pictures and updates every day. I didn’t have to worry for a moment that my cat Anya was feeling lonely because I could tell she warmed up right away, even though she’s usually quite shy! They also went above and beyond making sure my apartment was tidy for when I got home. So grateful and would definitely be honored for them to sit for me again any time!
Francesco has been taking care of my furry babies and my place while I'm away for well over a year now, and I couldn't appreciate him more. He is a joy to communicate with, and the most reliable person one could hope for. Being able to count on him while I'm traveling makes a world of difference, because I know I don't need to worry about anything while I'm away. Benny and Zumba love him and are very well taken care of. I know because I come home to two very relaxed and happy kitties. I am super grateful to have found Francesco!
Hannah and Joseph were so kind, so communicative, and clean! Kevin seemed so happy in all the photos they sent. Not only did they wash my sheets and towels they used (without my requesting it, simply out of the kindness of their hearts), they ALSO then put my fresh sheets on the bed! 🥹❤️ Such incredible sitters. 10 stars!
Misti was wonderful! She was able to come by before I left town to meet my dog, Grace, which I really appreciated. She sent daily pics or videos and made sure that Grace got tons of snuggle time, which is a major requirement to keep my dog happy :) Cats and skateboards are evil enemies to Grace and it sounds like Misti experienced both and handled it flawlessly! Misti was a great communicator, left everything tidy for me when I got home and Grace was super mellow and relaxed, which tells me she got all the care she needed while I was gone. I highly recommend Misti - I'll definitely be asking her to sit again!
Lilly and Thomas stayed at our house and cared for our dogs for a month. I think they took the dogs to the beach nearly every day. Seeing pictures of our dogs on the beach made our time away from them feel so much better. Our house was immaculate when we returned, and we felt so fortunate to have such kind and loving people step in for us in our absence. Anyone would be super lucky to have them in their home.
Gwynn was wonderful! She was super communicative, flexible to come to our house beforehand to get oriented, and attentive to details. She connected with our pup, Scout, immediately and we felt so assured that he would be well cared for with her. We hope Gwynn can come stay again another time!
I was thrilled to have Courtenay as our sitter. We had a few last minute changes and she was very accommodating. She is a very pleasant, well spoken person who bonded very quickly with our dog, Pepe. We were in Europe and Courtenay keep us we’ll informed via internet, pictures and all. We came home to a clean house, a happy pet and a delicious pie she left for us in the refrigerator. You would be very pleased to have her as your sitter. Lucy Hottle
Wendy was great, she kept us updated on the dogs and all the fun she had hiking with them on the mountain. I returned home to a very tidy house. My dogs just loved her. I will definitely have Wendy sit for me again and would be very lucky to have her do a sit for you.
Julian and Susan were amazing, we came home to happy healthy creatures and a clean, tidy home and yard. They communicated with us during our vacation, both about anything unusual and just to let us know when things were going well (as they were the majority of the time). They are very adaptable and capable people, I highly recommend them for your home and pet needs.
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Cynthia was a perfect pet sitter for our little kitty. We knew from her extensive experience with cats that Nala was in good hands. She was extremely responsive via texts when we were away, ensuring us that the 2 of them were having a great time. She went absolutely above and beyond by scrubbing our bath and toilets to remove our mineral deposit rings that we haven't been able to get rid of! She even left the name of the product she used so we can get more in the future. The house was cleaner than when we left. We'll have her back anytime!
Sabre is a sweet, honest person who stepped up at the very last moment (after the prior sitter flaked out) to watch our dog and cat for 17 days. When there were a couple minor accidents, she informed us of them right away. One involved a burnt pan (easy to do if you’re not familiar with an induction stovetop) which she offered to replace. Sabre also washed the towels and sheets, and made up the bed before we got home. The yard was pooper scooped and litter box was clean. Pets seemed well-cared for. When she had to leave town for several hours one day, she made sure to arrange for our neighbor take care of the pets. Additionally, I appreciated how she didn’t assume that it would be ok to bring her cat. When we found out she was going to keep her cat in a kennel during her stay here, we told her she could bring him which worked out fine. Overall, I would confidently recommend Sabre to watch your pets and house.
Best house and pet sitters we've ever had! They definitely gave our cat and dog plenty of love and attention.
We literally cannot say enough positive things about Susan and Miranda! They are the best! From start to finish, they did an amazing job communicating with us, giving our 3 (somewhat needy) cats extremely high quality care and tons of attention, and keeping our house clean and plants watered. They took adorable pictures of the cats and sent them to us several times a day, played with them and gave them so much love and affection, and when we got home the house was even cleaner than when we left. We even asked them for some tips on how they were caring for the cats because our cats seemed happier and more relaxed than ever when we returned home to them! This was by far our best cat/house sitter experience to date. We hope Susan and Miranda are available again in the future to sit for us and would invite them back without hesitation.
My partner and I left our cat Mango in Lindsey's care for a month so that we could get married. We were going from FL to ME, so it was a long way from home. We were gone for a month. Picking the right houses sitter was important. We are so glad we picked Lindsey (and she picked us). From before Lindsey got on her plan to fly down, until she was back home again Lindsey was communicative, considerate and positive. We felt like we had a family member staying at our place and because of who she is, Mango and our home's well being was a weight off our mind during the wedding. If the need arises in the future we will definitely be giving her the right of first refusal. Thank you so much Lindsey!
I highly recommend Daniel as a pet sitter and house sitter! He took care of Pipa for over three months this winter and did an outstanding job. From the first day, it was clear that he had a genuine love for animals and a great deal of experience with pets. He was very attentive to his needs and always made sure he was comfortable, well-fed, and had plenty of playtime. In addition to his pet-sitting duties, Daniel also went above and beyond by processing my postal mail and keeping the house well-organized. He was very responsible and reliable, always arriving on communicating, putting the bins out, and watering the plants on time, and keeping me updated with photos and messages. I felt completely at ease knowing that my cat was in such good hands and that my home was well-cared for while I was away. When I returned from my trip, Pipa was happy, healthy, and well-adjusted, thanks to Daniel's excellent care. I would definitely hire him again and recommend him to anyone in need of a trustworthy, caring, and responsible pet and house sitter!
Kathryn was such nice and kind sitter that both of my boyfriend and me were grateful to have, including my cats!! My cats seemed having great time with her, being around her, chilling on couch with her, or even sitting on her. I got several photos of my cats from her with whort updates. I’m thankful that she let me do facetimes with her when I missed my cats. The house was clean and tidy when we came back. I definately will ask her again to sit my cats and house when I need. Thank you Kathryn!!:)
I thoroughly enjoyed working with Kathryn! I needed to extend dates for the sit after we had set it up and she was able to accommodate this so was actually here from 10/4-20. She was timely and communicative throughout - and she is a very nice person. She kept the house really tidy and followed all instructions well. My cats took to her quickly. When I returned, they had been very well cared for and seemed fully content even though I'd never left them for long before. While away, I reached out to Kathryn by text several times regarding deliveries, etc. She was very prompt in responding and adept at handling issues as they arose. I highly recommend Kathryn as a house sitter - and would happily work with her again!
If Cung ever applies to your post for a house or pet sit, I strongly encourage you to jump at the offer. You will not be disappointed. Cung is among the top (if not the top) sitter I’ve ever had and I’ve been on this site for years. Primarily, Cung is very organized. In the weeks and days leading up to the sit, Cung kept me abreast of his plans and status. I felt very comfortable in the days leading up to the sit because I knew the plan we made to exchange the keys and walk him through the instructions would work as planned. Second, Cung really cares. When he got to my apartment after what I assume was a long day of traveling, I explained the care instructions and he was very attentive and cared about the details - asking very specific questions on how to care for my cat and apartment. I had some pretty specific rules about how to feed my cat and take care of him and Cung followed those exactly. Third, Cung makes you feel comfortable while you are away. I got daily or twice daily updates about my cat. I got pictures which made me feel like my cat was having a good time. My cat came out within an hour of me being away - very fast for my cat as he is shy. Cung must have a calming energy towards animals. Cung was also very responsive when I reached out first - replying within 5 minutes. I really appreciated that. My cat threw up at one point and Cung answered all of my questions to assess whether my cat was sick or had just eaten too fast. Fourth, Cung will take good care of your apartment/house. I came back to a SPOTLESS apartment. The sheets were washed and folded on my bed. The towels were washed. The apartment had been vacuumed. The kitchen was clean. The dishwasher had been run. Everything was in its place when I returned. Honestly, cleaner than when I left it which is difficult since I am a very clean person. Cung also respects your property. I have an extensive computer setup that he used for work and he was very respectful of that equipment. He asked if he could use it beforehand, which was incredibly polite since he could have used it and I wouldn’t have known. In sum. You need to jump at the opportunity if Cung offers to sit for you. I came home to a very happy cat. Hope he will sit for me again sometime!
Caroline was a fabulous sitter and looked after our cat and the house beautifully. She is sensible and very self-sufficient but also kept us informed. We came home to a happy cat and a tidy house. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to others and hope she will sit for us again in the future!
Is it better to board cats or leave at home?
Veterinarians advising to leave cats at home with a pet sitter who will stay overnight in your home, boarding is not recommended for cats as they are stressed in a new environment, you can find a sitter who will care for your cats and home overnight at Sittsy.
How much should you pay someone to watch your cat?
At least €20 per visit, per overnight watching in your home, otherwise you can find a free sitter at Sittsy.
What do people do with their cats when they go on vacation?
Inviting a cat sitter to your home, boarding the cat with a local business, asking a friend, family or neighbour to feed and check the well-being. The most efficient way to leave your cat during your vacation is with Sittsy cat sitters overnight, in this way, you will save cat sitting costs and make vacation not only for you but also for your cat sitter!
I have used the services of Pet Nanny for nearly one year. I can’t recommend it enough. My three dogs love it there, it’s like a second home to them. The facilities, the staff, the owner, simply wonderful, professional and caring minders. They not only love animals, but they also have the professional credentials to be animal minders and trainers. Try it out for yourself. You will not regret it
We regularly use the services of the Pet Nanny for our dog during our travels. We can highly recommend this great place and fantastic staff. Our dog loves to go there, she feels home and happy and get all the attention she needs. Everyday we get an update with videos and photos. And after her stay our dog comes home very relaxed. No doubt the best care we can imagine !
We take our dog to Pet Nanny for daycare every week, and he stays there for boarding when we travel. They have various play areas and a large swimming pool which our boy really appreciate. The caretakers there are wonderful to him, and we get videos and photos of him playing with other dogs every time we leave him there. It is such comfort to me and my husband to know that our baby is well taken care of and felt lucky that we have found them. Our boy LOVES being at Pet Nanny! ❤️
I dare to say this is the BEST pet hotel in Central Portugal (if not all Portugal). My husband and I visited several places in the region looking for the best place to leave our beloved 17 year old dog while we go on vacation and I am glad we chose PetNanny. Joana and her team are absolutely fantastic. They took care of our old and fragile dog as it was their own. Their love and kindness really shows! PetNanny has a new customer from now on and for many years to come. Thank you Joanna and team!!
Our 2 Doberman have just had a 2 week holiday with Pet Nanny can not fault the care shown to my dogs. Would highly recommend.
Would like to thank Pet Nanny for there fantastic Dog Grooming service. Fantastic owner and staff who always give clients (Dogs) a first class and attentive service. Thank you so much.
We are very satisfied with our dog’s stay at Pet Nanny Paradise Eco Resort. We are kept informed almost daily through videos. Communication via WhatsApp is easy and smooth, even with a few hours of time difference. Most importantly, I can see that at Pet Nanny Paradise Eco Resort they take a lot of care and attention for the dogs. Very professional!
If your dog needs training, I highly recommend Rui from Pet Nanny Paradise Eco Resort near Caldas da Rainha. Rui takes the time to understand each dog's individual needs. Then he teaches the human caregivers how to best help the dog. Rui's accessible and provides excellent feedback and tips. After just 2 sessions, I can see tremendous progress with my two rescue dogs. I also attended Rui's group dog training classes. There the focus was on socializing your dog so that walks are a pleasure and not a chore. I saw Rui helping all types of dogs...from big reactive types to timid dogs that need confidence building.
My dog has had such a wonderful time with Joana and Rui and the team. She comes home well cared for, happy and tired from all the fun, I suspect given a choice she'd like to stay longer!
Rui is kind, gentle, respectful of amimals & their owners. An excellent trainer. After 3 sessions our alpha female dog is more settled and calm in the presence of other dogs.
Adriana provides excellent, kind service! One of our cats is very shy, and she was very patient with him. She also did some extra things to care for our home because of a storm, and it was good to be able to relax and enjoy our trip knowing that our cats and home were well cared-for.
I left my two cat children for a week with Adriana and team, to stay at the Pet Valley establishment. Throughout the process, they were very professional with the questionnaire and paying attention to their needs. Adriana sent me pictures and videos daily to update me of their well-being. They had a nice environment and were kept active with games and play. Sammie also did some tricks like high fiving with Adriana. Upon arrival, everything was cleaned, packed and arranged very well. They even had little presents for the two cats, so sweet. If you need to leave your pets in very good hands, I highly recommend Pet Valley. Thank you very much for everything and we will see you soon!
Adriana and her mother took care of our cats, Oliver and Keiki, while we took a short trip. They did a great job — feeding, playing, and cuddling with them, as well as giving Keiki his daily medication. Our boys were in good hands! We recommend Pet Care Valley and would hire them again.
Adriana and her Mum looked after our two older dogs. They were excellent in every way and the dogs clearly loved them! Wouldn't hesitate to use them again.
Adriana is amazing! We left our dog for 2 nights with her and everything was great. Next time we will go to her again.
Our 3 cats were very well looked after by Adriana and her mum. We had updates videos and photographs each evening which we really appreciated. We won't hesitate to use this service again. Highly recommend Pet Care Valley
I just wanted to extend a heartfelt thank you for the wonderful pet bath service you provided for my furry family. Your attention to detail and care made all the difference. Haru and Nami came back looking and smelling amazing, and I could tell he/she enjoyed the experience. Your expertise and gentle approach truly shine through in your work, and I couldn't be more grateful. Thank you once again for your excellent service. We'll definitely be back for more pampering sessions in the future!
Great service! They were very careful with my dog. I recommend this service! Thank you so much ☺️
Adriana took care of my kitten Prometheus while I was away on a trip, and it was absolutely incredible. She gave all the care and then some, with fun and lots of affection, and Prometeus loves her! Adriana was always extremely professional and communicative throughout the process, which gave me a lot of confidence and left me feeling at ease during my stay abroad. I highly recommend it to any pet parent in the area!
I left my dog in the care of this professional while I was traveling and I was extremely satisfied with the service provided. From the first contact, she proved to be very attentive and dedicated. During the entire period I was away, I received daily photos and videos of my dog, which made me feel very calm and confident that she was in good hands. Furthermore, my dog was always in a good mood and happy in the images, which shows the excellent treatment she received. I highly recommend this professional to anyone looking for a care service for their pets. I will certainly count on her again in the future! 😁