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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Carole and Ron are excellent cat-sitters! They took very good care of my cat Lola and of my house. I came home to a happy cat and a very clean and tidy house. They sent me pictures of Lola and kept me updated, so that I had a very relaxed holiday. I very highly recommend them as cat- sitters and I would be thrilled if they would come back to sit for Lola again. Thank you so much!
Kathryn was amazing. She helped me figure plans out after another sitter dropped out at the last minute and saved the day! My cat and fish were well taken care of, and she was super communicative when my tank had a problem child moment. Would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, helpful, and caring sitter!!
Laura came across the country to sit for us. She arrived a day early and from the moment my pets met her our Lokie was smitten. We have one shy cat Luna and she was out and about on the first night. Laura kept us updated and shared her Adventures as well. We do live in a small hideaway of a town so seeing that she was able to enjoy herself was nice. We returned to a clean home, laundry done also, and very content pets. Lokie was sad for a few days as he missed his friend. We would recommend Laura as a sitter to anyone and would have her back again. 5 plus stars. ⭐
Catherine was a wonderful sitter for our 17 year old cat Zabba. She sent us pictures twice a day and kept us informed about Zabba’s daily activities. We came home to a clean home and would definitely recommend her as a pet/ house sitter. My only concern was that she doesn’t drive and with an older cat, I just prayed that Zabba didn’t need to go to the vet…. And he didn’t 🥰. We will ask her again for sure.
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 Macie and Roman ever apply to your post for a house or pet sit, I strongly encourage you to jump at the. offer. You will not be disappointed. They are among the top (if not the top) sitter I've ever had and I've been on this site for years. Primarily, they are very organized. In the weeks and days leading up to the sit, Macie and Roman kept me abreast of their 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 them through the instructions would work as planned. Second, Macie and Roman really care. When they got to my apartment after a very long morning of traveling, I explained the care instructions and they were 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 Macie and Roman followed those exactly. Third, Macie and Roman make 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 of hiding very quickly and was snuggling with them and letting them hold him. It was so nice to see the pictures of them all bonding! Macie and Roman have a calming energy towards animals for sure! Macie and Roman were also very responsive when I reached out first - replying within 30 minutes. I really appreciated that. Fourth, Roman and Macie will take good care of your apartment/house. I came back to a SPOTLESS apartment. 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. Macie and Roman also respects your property. We had a room we asked them not to enter and they respected that. In short, Macie and Roman are amazing. I would have them back in a heartbeat. If you have any questions I would be happy to answer them. Ask Macie and Roman for my number.
We couldn't have asked for better sitters than Pares and Mark. Since our initial contact, it was straightforward to communicate with Pares. We were lucky enough to get a chance to meet Pares with our dog Luna, and Luna got along with her immediately. During our time away from home, she kept us informed about how both our dog and cat were doing, and they were both cuddling with her since the first day. We got a lot of pictures and knew that they were safe and happy. The apartment was exactly as we had left it when we came back. Pares and Mark even ran the dishwasher and the washing machine for us. We couldn't have asked for a better sitter, and it made our trip very easy knowing they were taken care of so well. We'd have Pares and Mark back to our home without any hesitation.
Kristine was wonderful again as our local sitter from just down the street. The boys take to her like she is their best friend whenever she comes to sit with them. She sent us photos of them playing, relaxing, drinking water and eating so we knew they were well taken care of. The house and the cats were in excellent shape and excellent hands while we were away. It is wonderful that she enjoys the house and the cats so much and tells us so. Kristine comes with our highest recommendation! Thank you Kristine!
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 :)
Rick and Sally are marvelous cat sitters and we would gladly have them back anytime. We highly recommend them to any and all pet owners. They arrived when they said they would and were ready to go when we returned, making sure our cats were present before departing. Our home was left spotless, undoubtedly better than we left it for them. We can't urge you enough to engage them if you can!
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, $25/week 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!
Julie is fabulous. She has been watching my dogs for more than 5 years. She loves them as much as we do. She watches dogs less than 25 pounds in a safe home environment. There is always a great play group for them. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Picture is my current dog Ruby who loves Julie.
I was so happy to board our dogs in a private home. Julie loves and knows dogs. She has rigorous procedures in place to make sure she is the right fit for you and you for her. Highly recommend!
Finding Julie's Pooch Pad has been a lifesaver for us! Our very anxious Bichon can not be boarded in the traditional way, locked up in a cage for most of the day. Julie's Pooch Pad provides a stress free and loving environment for small dogs and she spends most of her day at home with them, giving them constant human companionship! Her home and yard are the perfect place to leave your dog while you are out of town! The peace of mind that you have knowing that your dog is being pampered and looked after so well while you are away is priceless! Julie even emailed us updates on how he was doing while we were gone. We couldn't be more happy with Julie, and are grateful for the affection she shows to the small dogs she cares for. It is so obvious that she loves what she does and adores all the dogs that come through her front gate! Thank you Julie!
We moved to the area last fall with our dog Louie, a miniature poodle. We didn't know what to do when we needed to go out of town, who could care for Louie like we do? After searching many options we were lucky enough to find Julie's Pooch Pad. She cares for the dogs as if they are her own dogs, and Louie has not had any anxiety about going to the Pooch Pad and staying there. When we pick him up he is calm and happy. Thank you so much Julie for giving Louie such a loving environment!
There is no better place in the local area than the Pooch Pad. Willow had an incredible experience and Julie does such a great job comforting her guests while the parents are away. I highly recommend Julie for puppy care!
Julie's Pooch Pad offers a caring and calm environment for your dog! Like most pet owners, our dog is like family! Julie offers a loving (and pristine) home-away-from-home for your beloved pet. I recommend Julie to all my fellow pet-owning friends who are looking for boarding that is just like being at home!
We left our dog, Chloe, with Julie for two weeks, while we went on vacation. It was completely stress-free for us, because we saw how well Chloe took to Julie before we left her. Julie emailed us a photo and several email updates, as well. When we came to pick her up, we saw Chloe looking alert and playful through the window. After jumping all over me and my wife, Chloe even turned around to give Julie a lick! It was such a relief to know she got plenty of attention while we were gone. I wouldn't hesitate to leave Chloe with Julie in the future, as I know Chloe will be happy and active. Top ratings for Julie's Pooch Pad.
Julie cared for our mine-Dachsund, Lacy for a week while we were out of the country. She sent us updates and photos, and Lacy was well cared for. Julie puts a lot of care and personal effort into each dog, and we could clearly see that with ours. Highly recommended.
Julie is amazing! Our very anxious dog is happy at the Pooch Pad. Julie has gone above and beyond to make sure our dog feels calm and comfortable when we are away. We highly recommend calling Julie!
I left Juno with Julie for four nights when we went out of town. Juno is blind and deaf so I have had trouble finding places that respect his disabilities. He has always come home very stressed and unable to eat or sleep for several days. Not so with the Pooch Pad! After picking him up, he walked in the door and acted as if he hadn't been away. Julie had trouble getting him to eat but I knew that would probably be the case. She was very concerned about it. I felt like I had left him in a better place than he lives in! She takes them outside to play or, in Juno's case, sniff around the yard. Her yard is an ample adventure for Juno who loves just sniffing out his environment. He was happy around the other dogs even though he doesn't interact that much. That just the kind of guy he is. She makes sure that each dog's individual needs are met and does it seamlessly. I only hope that I will be able to plan ahead to be able to leave Juno with Julie every time we go out of town. You can't go wrong!
I am so grateful for Caitlin and her attention to my babies! I have birds and a bunny, plus a fish - and she always sends me photos of them and gives me updates on how they are doing. Plus, she leaves my place spotless, even though my pets are messy. I love her caring nature and kind personality - it definitely takes some of the stress off of leaving my pets at home while I'm away! Thank you Caitlin! A+++++
CRC has been terrific! They've cared for our pets whenever we've gone away for about 8 years. A big golden retriever years ago and two cats since 2018. Always reliable and trustworthy. Highly recommended!
Caitlin and the CRC team take awesome care of our kitty! It is such a comfort to know they check on the house and love on our kitty while we're gone.
My wife and I hired CRC 3 years ago to woalk our doggos while we are at work and never looked back. Caitlin and Herbert are awesome.
We have been using CRC for several months and have only good things to say. The owners have been extremely trustworthy, reliable, and accommodating of our changing schedules. We receive a picture and a note at the end of every walk detailing how our dog did and letting us know he’s happy and healthy. I can’t recommend CRC enough, call them and schedule a meeting and you will immediately recognize that they’re great people who are passionate about what they do.
I can't say enough great things about this company. I have boarded my dog a few times with CRC and when I pick my dog up, she almost doesn't want to leave! They make it so your pet feels at home and they don't pick up any bad habits. I have boarded my dog at PetSmart and my vet and my dog always seemed traumatized, not with CRC, the adjustment from boarding to home was seamless. Thank you for taking care of my pup!
I have been using CRC pet service for many years now.. Caitlin stepped in at the last minute when our former pet sitter cancelled just days before we were to leave on an international trip. It was a blessing in disguise and we’ve been using CRC ever since. Caitlin and Herbert are completely trustworthy and take wonderful care of my multiple cats. We have thrown some pretty challenging situations at them, with medicating and feeding sick and elderly cats and they have never failed us. They even feed our pond fish when we’re going to be gone longer than a day or two. Knowing CRC is on the job allows us to go away and not worry (too much) about our cats. We know they are in excellent hands. If you need a pet sitter look no further… really.. CRC is all you need.