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We were very lucky to have had Nia for our recent house sit. She communicated well before the sit and arrived as planned. We shared a meal before we left which gave us time to get to know her and tell her about the house and our pets. After we left it soon became clear the cats loved Nia and the attention she gave them. We were kept informed throughout her stay with regular updates and video clips of what they were up to and how the garden was growing etc. We highly recommend Nia as a pet/house sitter and we would certainly have her back should the opportunity arise. Thanks again Nia
Kathy and Ron have sat for us several times in the past and have always been excellent. They are our "go-to" pet and house sitters and we always check their availability before we post a sit. They are trustworthy, organized, communicate very well, and take great care of our cats and our house. We hope they will continue pet sitting for many years to come!
I was fortunate to have Hillary return for a second sit. She took excellent care of both my cat and my home. She got on well with my neighbors and even allowed my friend to come visit Suley while she was there. I especially appreciate how flexible and accommodating she was regarding arrangements for a sitter who would be taking over for the second part of my very long absence. All in all, Hillary is a gem!
Chris and Julia were our very first sitters and are the most perfect house/pet sitters anyone would ever want!!! Julia sent video/pictures of our fur babies everyday and we noticed early on that our animals were very relaxed and happy!! This made our trip so enjoyable and stress free knowing that our animals were safe and being spoiled and loved the whole time. They even trained our dog to sit while her leash was being attached and was able to pet and hold our cat that is somewhat nervous around strange people he doesn't know. When I got back from the trip, the house was very clean along with Julia/Chris had washed the bed sheets, bath towels, vacuumed, dusted etc., and even washed the pet bedding. They also left some SE Asia treats for us to try which so sweet of them. Definitely the perfect house sitters!!!
Joi did a wonderful job caring for my two cats and two guinea pigs, as well as caring for my home! She is coming back in November for a long sit while I am out of the country and we all can’t wait. Joi had experience with rabbits and jumped right in with guinea pig care. She is so calm around them that they were sitting on her lap day one! She spent time preparing their vegetables and kept their enclosure and room clean, which requires daily effort. She even washed the floor mats in their room so it was fresh when I returned home. She went above and beyond sending me daily photos and videos so I could see that everyone was healthy and happy. It was apparent to me that she spent a lot of time with my pets, which is very important so they don’t become stressed and lonely when I am away. Joi also took excellent care of my two cats. They receive daily wet food with some medication and she ensured that they received it on time. My cats barely noticed when I returned because they got so much attention from Joi. She took excellent care of my front garden flowers and my tomato and herb hydroponic gardens. These take some daily attention and time in the summer, and I returned home to them looking great! Joi is a very caring, clean, and thoughtful sitter and I hope she comes back many more times!
Someone was smiling down on us when Kevin and Mary clicked on our very first House Sitter advert. They are straightforward, pleasant, reliable and fun. They kept in touch about their own plans when their flights were delayed. They tactfully left the house when our own cancelled flights meant we were staying a few hours longer than first planned. They sent just the right amount of photos, videos and texts of our cat while we were away! We all loved that. And on our return, oh my word, the house fairies had been to visit! They somehow managed to walk the perfect line between improving everything, without interfering at all. Clean, tidy, replenished. They asked what food we’d like on our return and boy did they deliver! Home made bean stew :-) and different things for the children. Really kind and generous. Communication was clear and also witty..! They dealt with the churn of small mammals our “somewhat independent” cat brought through the flap without complaint. They are a really nice couple, exuding a lovely American warmth and charm. It was a real pleasure, Kevin and Mary, thank you.
Paige, David, and family were WONDERFUL sitters for my crew! They were so pleasant and personable, and the pets warmed up to them very quickly. Even my rescue cat who tends to stray away from men loved David. I received regular updates and communication (before and during the sit). I truly did not have any concerns while I was away knowing that everyone had such great care and attention given to them. (I know the dogs had a good time because when I came home there was no commotion over my return.) I was away on NYE and Paige had no issues keeping an eye on one of the dogs who has anxiety surrounding loud noises. The family cleaned up after themselves and may have left the house cleaner than when I left! Truly such a great family who I would welcome back any time!
Florence is everything you want in a cat sitter! We have two cats that need a lot of human attention. One takes multiple medications twice a day and they both are used to eating on their own schedule and having people around so it is always very important to us to find a pet sitter that will be spending a lot of time in the apartment and that doesn't mind being very attentive. We were able to meet Florence before our trip and felt 100% confident that she would take great care of our cats. Florence is comfortable giving medication, she sent us photos and updates and left our apartment spotless. We were so happy that we had her come back the following week when we went away again for a short trip! We will definitely contact Florence again whenever we travel and hope that she is available!
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!
Cat and Paul were wonderful sitters - our cats were contented and calm when we returned. And the house was spotless. Plus Paul mowed our entire yard including the back meadow - what a surprise! We very much enjoyed visiting with them as well and getting to know them. Highly recommend :)
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!
At the time of writing this review, Google claims that A Dog's Life opens for business at 8am. I called at around 8:45am. A !CHILD! who sounded like they were under 10, answered the phone. I asked, very confused, if I had reached the right number. The child confirmed that yes, but their mother was ASLEEP! I don't blame the kid one bit. A child should not be answering phone calls on the behalf of an adult, let alone a business. I don't want to call a business and hear a little kid answer. And a business should not claim to be open when the business owner is actually asleep. How can I trust my pet with this person if they rely on their children to be their secretary whilst they sleep?
I love Its A Dogs Life! I have been bringing my Rotty here now for 3 years and my rescue puppy for the past couple of months, from grooming, to boarding, to even daycare services for socialization. The owner Melissa and her staff are easy to talk to and make your needs known. I highly recommend it here. And give it a paws up!
My boys have been going to A Dog's Life since they were babies and are now 2 years old. It has helped much in soicalizing them with other dogs and Don and Melissa have been most helpful in behavioral questions we have had along the way. They make us feel like family and we love it there!
Excellent daycare provided for dogs Monday thru Thursdays from 730AM to 530pm
I've always taken my dogs to doggy daycare, so I'm very familiar with how many facilities operate. The staff there were kind and friendly, so after drop off, I left with a very positive feeling. During pick up though, I noticed my dogs were very skittish. This was very weird since they have always come back fine from daycare. I also noticed later (after constant licking) that one of them had a gash on their shoulder. It was tender, so I cleaned it up and had to place a cone over their head so they wouldn't lick it. I just don't feel comfortable taking them back to this place.
We took our little Scottish terrier in for her first haircut and they absolutely nailed it! She looked wonderful. She’s a difficult puppy, and they helped us come up with a strategy to make her more relaxed and comfortable for future visits. We absolutely loved our experience and can’t wait for our next visit!
My doodle goes to daycare 3 days a week and absolutely loves it! We have boarded her and she gets groomed here too. I can't say enough good about Melissa and Amie. Lola is treated like part of their family. I wouldn't take her anyplace else.
My wife and I have followed Nikki for many years from one spot to her last in Endicott. They are very professional very caring and very loving towards the animals. A big thank you goes to Nikki and Melissa for all the love they gave my dogs. We will never forget them
I take my dog there for doggy day care twice a week and it is amazing. She is so happy when I pull into their driveway and she almost always drags me through the door. She is not the easiest dog to handle and is so full of energy I was worried that she would be turned away. Instead, they all seem to love her and she always leaves tired and happy. If you have a dog who had separation anxiety or just needs more exercise while you are at work I cannot recommend this place more!!! I have seen such great changes in Sula and it has helped her grow from a crazy puppy to a fun and well behaved (sort of) adult dog!!
Simply the best grooming parlor in the area. Melissa is brilliant, and the only groomer who will take care of our (very big and occasionally very grumpy) Old English Sheepdog. Their boarding facilities are excellent as well. I cannot recommend Dog's Life highly enough.
Jenny was amazing! She took care of my cat while I was away for a week. She took great care of him and he seemed to really enjoy her company as well which is great because he can be a little shy! She feed him and provided fresh water and litter and played with him too! She helped with my plants, garbage and mail as well, I couldn't be happier with my service, very professional and knowledgeable. Thank you!
Lacey goes above and beyond with the care of our animals! One of our dogs had been highly abused before we adopted her and has serious anxiety issues when in the care of others, BUT she absolutely loves going to Amazing Grace! She actually even jumped back out of the car when I went to pick her up to go play with Lacey and her kids some more. This has never happened. We feel completely comfortable leaving all of our animals there and would highly recommend to anyone looking for an incredible pet boarding experience!
I cannot say enough good things about Amazing Grace Farms and Pet Boarding! The facility is always kept clean and you can see the pets are well cared for. My dog absolutely loves going and spending time with Lacey! If you are looking for a place to board your pets Amazing Grace Farm is the place to go! My dog is treated like another member of the family when she is there and Lacey is the most caring individual!
I have been boarding my dogs with Lacey for several years now and have had consistent care each time for my dogs. One time my Great Dane decided to rip his bed apart and Lacey collected all the stuffing so I could just repair the bed. She treats all the animals as her own and goes above and beyond to make sure they are happy while we are away.
Lacey is great! She really cares about every animal she boards. I boarded my elderly dog with her many times and she went above and beyond in taking care of her. She gives all the dogs nice long walks and plenty of play time. I trust her completely. She truly loves what she does.
My dogs haven't stayed yet, but they're scheduled for early December. I went to visit/ preview the facility today and was really happy with it! Seems like all the dogs get lots of personal attention, which is better than many facilities in the area where they're popped in an indoor/outdoor run and left to their own devices except for feeding. The price isn't bad at all, esp. considering the dogs go for walks and get playtime regularly. Looking forward to bringing my dogs in December, and many more times thereafter! And looking forward to the renovations! Beautiful new building just waiting to be fully outfitted. It's going to be a really neat
Amazing Grace is right down the road from me and where I will be bringing my dog each time I need someone to watch her. Everything seemed clean, well kept, and the owner was incredibly nice. My old pup had a big smile on her face when I picked her up which must mean she enjoyed her stay as well!
Always takes great care of my dog, they love him! Price is very reasonable. I recommend to all of my friends!
12/20/22 lacey is wonderful w/ the animals, very accommodating. Reba loves going there.
I can’t say enough great things. They’re amazing, and my dog is always so excited to go there! Thank you!!
If you know the family, you wouldnt think twice about boarding your pet here. A+