Elmwood, Maine
THIS DREAM TEAM MAY BE YOUR BEST HOME, ANIMAL, & COMMUNITY CARE TAKERS! READ ON!
If you’re lucky enough to have Erik and Madison want to housesit for you, don’t think about it twice! They’re the most thoughtful, caring, kind, communicative house sitters you could have and all around wonderful human beings. This was their second time looking after our dogs (and now beta fish too!) and we couldn’t have been happier. Thank you thank you thank you Madison and Erik! We hope we get to see you again in Seattle or Spain!
Elmwood, Maine
Responsible and compassionate animal companion. Former pet foster parent, curren
Betsy was amazing. From the first phone call to finishing the sit everything was perfect. We returned to a very happy Tom and a beautiful clean home. Tom was completely spoilt while we were away and is missing Betsy. Communication was superb with regular pictures and updates. If you ever have the chance of having Betsy sit for you. Jump at the chance. We highly recommend her and will have her back anytime.
Elmwood, Maine
Experienced pet lover available for long term sits while you're away.
Yvonne was just great. She was wonderful with the dogs, and the house was immaculate when I returned. I hope that she will come again.
Elmwood, Maine
Full time traveler experienced in caring for rescue dogs and cats.
I am so fortunate to have found Alanna to take care of my cat while I went on a nine week trip to Mexico in my van. My cat was a little more complicated to care for because he was diagnosed with IBD just before I left. He thrived under Alanna’s care. He almost gained a full pound while I was gone, which is amazing for a cat with this diagnosis. It’s speak volumes about Alanna as a care provider. She was 100% attentive to all of his needs. She sent me pictures and communicated with me almost daily. I really can’t say enough good about her. She was neat and clean and took such great care of my condo, which is a second home, that she is welcome to come back anytime to stay if she wants to vacation in Seattle. I think my cat misses her. I’m POSITIVE that I miss her. I hope to see her again in the near future!
Elmwood, Maine
I'm thoughtful, tidy and kind. Great with pets, farm animals and plants too!
I can’t say enough good things about Losida. She was on top of everything, kind, tidy, fun, and took excellent care of our dogs and house.
Elmwood, Maine
60-year-old full-time digital nomad, author
Michelle has sat for us several times and is always a great option. We would love to have her back. She is easy to make plans with and took terrific care of our dogs.
Elmwood, Maine
Active animal lover looking for an opportunity to care for your wonderful pets!
This is the second time Janet housesat for us, and we just have to rave about how wonderful she has been. I'm embarrassed to say that we forgot to leave a copy of our house sitter instructions and there were a few days when we were camping and were unexpectedly "off the grid". Janet soldiered on despite a few minor issues when she showed initiative and took care of the issues. The pets love her and she sends us pictures every few days that we enjoy. So we'll look forward to future house sit opportunities if they arise.
Elmwood, Maine
Solo traveler trecking the globe!
Kyle was such a great sitter for our two cats, Buffy and Milo, while we were gone for a month hiking the John Muir Trail. He proved very self-sufficient, which was super important for us since we were hiking and out of cell service for most of the time. Something that stood out was his adaptability. A summer storm knocked out power for two days and Kyle took it in stride. Most importantly, we came home to two happy cats and a tidy apartment. If you are looking for a sitter, look no further than Kyle.
Elmwood, Maine
Sports fan, Nomad, Lover of Food &Travel!
Starlet was excellent, and we enjoyed meeting her. She looked after Alice impeccably, arrived as scheduled, and all around did a great job! We would definitely ask her back.
Elmwood, Maine
Experienced International and Domestic Traveler who loves animals!
This was our second time having Ciara at our home with Ellie. We had such a great experience we wanted to bring her back. My favorite things about Ciara as a sitter is her quality care of Ellie, daily communication, and how self sufficient she is. She walked our dog almost daily and sent photos updating us on Ellie's activities each day. Ellie had a little bit of a health scare and Ciara stayed right on top of everything + maintained awesome communication throughout. We live on an island and if you have, you know island living isn't always the easiest. Ciara was comfortable with our home's quirks and didn't need hand holding during her stay. Would absolutely have her back in the future.
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!
Our review is written by Steven (house owner, host + my father) + also by Kim (the daughter). Written by Kim: This was our first house sit since the passing of my mother in late Dec 2023. I was helping my father Steven (whose profile it is) manage all the emails + try + find a great house sitter + came along Gretchen’s profile! Not only is she a cool cat + someone you might want to get to know, I found myself quickly talking to her. I shortly found out her profile is just a glimpse of how interesting she is but talking to her was so much better! She is a world traveler with many experiences + stories to share. We quickly became conversationalists who could talk forever + probably will continue to do so! Thank you TH! She is easy to communicate with + continued the consistent communication all along our journey of having her as our *first* guest after my mom’s passing. It was clearly a time filled with anxiety + sensitivity so there were some sensitive topics to go over + Gretchen got it right away. A few of our rooms in the house were off-limits (as they housed my mom’s things) but we reassured her the house has ample space for her to enjoy + there are many lovely outdoor spaces to boot! When she arrived she felt she was in paradise + really relished in the outdoor beauty + the indoor coziness. We were happy to share it with someone who appreciated it so much! She also was very understanding with the fact that both my dad + I would both be involved as we both handled different parts of the stay. Me, writing + setting up the Welcome Guide + would go over the situation but then upon her arrival my dad would take over + answer any questions mostly during her sit. The good part of having 2 people is she had accessibility to us both, in the case she needed it + sometimes it came up! She juggled all the communication oh so well. My mom usually handled most of the logistics so this being our first time we were nervous something would come up we might not know but it didn’t! It was new territory for us + we wanted to make sure she had everything. Gretchen handled it all with such ease, seamlessly, really respecting our wishes/desires + taking all the information into her hands + making it seem easy on her end to do so. She was easy to coordinate schedules with! There was a gap in her 1st + 2nd sit but everything went seamlessly even when my flight had a day long delay. She was able to coordinate schedules with me arriving in between, then leaving, my dad arriving different days + us extending the trip too. It all worked out! We were all a good team! She absolutely loved our older cat, Benny + he fast + furiously fell in love with her oh so easily. When I saw him, he looked oh so loved + after saying hi to me went over to ‘her’ bed + slept there waiting for her to come back. She sent many pictures, videos + even cute creations + toys she made for our Benny + it was obvious the house + our Benny were her first priority. She even asked us if she could help prune our flowers/shrubs, something my mom used to do + honestly it was an honor to hear her ask that. She was welcome to set up her art studio + play away. She was very communicative when our house cleaner, landscape gardener + house manager showered up for different reasons. When I arrived back for a short stint before she came back the 2nd time our mail was so well organized it was an assembly line! She also offered to take down our xmas tree (as we were a bit behind in taking down our xmas decorations) + she was sensitive to the fact that we were adjusting to a new normal. Thank you so much Gretchen! You made our first sit in a long time so seamless + such a relief that we are ready now to host again. We only wish we could have more Gretchen’s! (She’s also a super talented artist!) Written by Steven: Overall, Gretchen has been an absolute treasure. She has fulfilled our goals for a house sitter perfectly - she took good care of the house, great care of our treasured pet, Mr. Benny + took care of the grounds such as watering a few plants + trees. She excelled in all the above + is welcome back anytime I will be out of town in the future.
Wow, what a find Justin is! I feel as though I won a lottery. As I was revelling in the communication we were having during his stay, I looked over his profile and realized either that he had updated it during his stay OR I never even read it. I was so impressed with his initial application that described multiple stays taking care of cats in Turkey that I knew he was going to be a great choice. So I'm not sure that I even read his profile or reviews. Turned out...he was more than I could have EVER hoped for. Justin is VERY organized and clear with his communication. Just as--or maybe more--important, he is a poster child for what zeewoi can be: more than just an economical way to get a pet sitter or a place to stay. Justin embraces the barter economy and the opportunity it presents to get to know people. Although we only met the day that I turned the house and my 2 cats over to his care, we had delightful communication throughout his stay. He wanted to be sure he was providing the right care to all living and non-living elements of my home as well as just chat beyond what we'd had an opportunity to cover when we were face to face on the handoff day. Bottom line: I'd have Justin back even if I wasn't going anywhere! I've met a friend. And my neighbors did as well! Oh yes, and my two cats were well looked after, the house was in ship shape, and Justin was able to brief the next sitter in person (I'd had to extend my time away and Justin already had another commitment). To say I felt confident leaving my pets and home in Justin's care is an understatement. Justin is a real adventurer and believer in the power of both human and animal connection. Without a doubt, I would recommend him as a sitter...and a friend! Thank you, Justin for a great example of how to wrestle so much more meaning out of zeewoi.
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!
Ruthee was a fabulous pet sitter for our three cats while we were gone for a month. Prior to the sit, she was consistent and communicative; she even came over early for a meet and greet to learn the routine. During the sit, she took great care of our three cats by playing with them (she made a fun cat toy!), scooping litter, feeding and watering them, and sent us text updates and pictures. We came home to happy fur babies and a clean home. She left the place very tidy which was greatly appreciated! We are so thankful for Ruthee and would recommend her should the opportunity arise. Your fur babies would be lucky to spend time with her. Thank you again for everything, Ruthee!
Lindsey watched our cat and dog for a long weekend when we went out of town. She was a very communicative sitter sending frequent pictures and voice notes with updates. She did a great job of following their schedules and giving them attention. The animals seemed to be happy and relaxed when we returned home and I believe Lindsey enjoyed getting to discover all of the eateries our town has to offer. A win-win for everyone!
Heidi was an outstanding cat sitter for my Luna! She was very communicable via calls or texts. She followed all my guidelines for feeding and care of Luna. Luna was very content when I arrived home thanks to Heidi! My home was immaculate when I arrived and she did some snow shoveling. She even pulled a large broken tree branch off my roof following a windstorm. I hope Heidi is available for my next trip because she is awesome. Jim
My husband and I reached out to Toby & Chloe after reading their profile and impressive reviews only a week before our trip, since our scheduled sitter had to cancel at the last moment. They were very friendly and quick to respond to chat from the very beginning, and ended up exceeding our expectations during their two week stay. It was evident they had thoroughly read our Welcome Guide beforehand, as they arrived knowledgeable and prepared to care for our home and pets. They were very willing and happy to take the necessary time with us to walk through the house and meet our cats, as we got them acclimated with our daily routines and answered any questions. Shortly after we left, our city had a heat wave come through, and after immediately notifying us, Toby went beyond the call of duty and inspected our struggling AC unit to pinpoint the issue. As far as cat care is concerned, we have two seniors (who have more sensitive tummies) that can get irritated after a fur ball or swallowing anything out of the ordinary. When this occurred, Toby & Chloe stepped in and took wonderful care of our cat duo; softening their food and even cradling while hand-feeding them for extra comfort. We truly could not have asked for more affectionate and responsible sitters. We returned to a spotlessly clean home, happy cats, and well maintained plants and pool. (They even cleaned our dusty Kitchen pendant lighting, which requires a steady hand and is definitely a time-commitment …We felt like professional housecleaners had been there!) On our way back, Toby & Chloe stayed in communication with us to monitor our arrival time, allowing them to care for our cats until just before we got home. Overall, they are very reliable and trustworthy sitters whose genuine goal is to provide a top-quality sit, while maintaining your household and seamlessly transitioning to your pets daily schedule.
Tonya was great and filled in after our other sitter had to cancel. She was very self sufficient and navigated acclimating herself to everything since she arrived after we left. She gave thoughtful updates on my cat and I could tell she really enjoyed her, so that means the world to me! She left the place immaculate and we will certainly have Tonya back!
Kristi was an exceptional house / pet sitter and we appreciate her being so flexible as were not sure how long our vacation was going to be. She was prompt, courteous, and even drove up the weekend before to meet with us. She took great care of our house and our dog snd cats loved her. I would highly recommended her.
How much does it cost to hire a pet sitter in Elmwood, Maine?
Pet sitters on Zeewoi offer pet sitting free of charge.
Why someone want to do cat sitting for free?
The main reasons cat sitters join Zeewoi are:
- They can't have their own cat right now but want to share their love for animals by helping out locally.
- They are work from home professionalist and want to pet sit in different cities.
- Many retired teachers, nurses, firefighters, and others enjoy traveling and caring for cat on Zeewoi.
How many cat sitters are in Elmwood, Maine?
As of Aug 2024, there are 1,387 cat sitters
in Elmwood, Maine
.
You can filter, sort, expand your radius to find the perfect pet sitter near me.
As a reminder, pet sitters joining Zeewoi must pass a background check for you and your cat safety.
How long will it take for me to find a cat sitter in Elmwood, Maine?
Zeewoi makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking.
Typically, 94%
of Elmwood, Maine
cat sitters respond within 24 hours.
Once you create your profile, cat sitters can apply to care for your pets, and you can also invite them!
Do cat sitters in Elmwood, Maine pass a background check?
Yes! cat sitters joining Zeewoi must pass a background check before offering their services.
100% Phoebe approved! Simply the best. My dog loves their daycare, and I love that she can blow off some steam with a game of “ball!” Their grooming salon does a terrific job, and I feel comfortable that my dog is safe and well cared for when we’ve used their boarding services. Every staff member loves what they do and the pets they care for and it shows.
This is such a wonderful place to take your dog for daycare and boarding. The staff are so friendly, and it feels like you're a part of their family. My Aussie loves going here, even after having some pretty bad separation anxiety. He was nervous for the first few trips, and now he runs toward the door when we get close. Highly recommend Bow Wow Lounge!
Great place to let your dog socialize and give you peace of mind. I absolutely love the staff at Bow Wow Lounge. I have seen marked improvement in my dog's socializing and overall temperament when he attends. I enjoy knowing he's getting his doggy time in a safe and positive environment.
I'm so happy that I'm able to take Gracie to Bow Wow. She has some anxiety and I never worry about her there. I know she's in good hands! Her anxiety usually disappears once she's there and if she's feeling a little anxious on any given day, they keep an eye on her to alert me that she may need some extra one-on-one time. From the front desk to the handlers, I love that Gracie gets to go play with her friends with this crew running the show.
Wow! This facility is incredible. Truly. And I’m a tough customer. My dog has issues and she’s been stressed lately but they’ve been incredibly patient and kind with her. And they’ve gone out of their way to soothe my anxieties. We’re new to the area and I’m thrilled I can bring my girl here. The staff is so personable and reassuring. They are all very impressive on every level. Most important, they know dogs and honor the intense bond between human and animal. I’m so grateful for finding Bow Wow Lounge. I know my dog will benefit greatly from her time spent here.
Bow Wow is a great place to send your dog! The staff really cares about and for them as if they were their own, and tries to make each dog‘s time there fun and enjoyable. Their retail is updated with cute seasonal stuff throughout the year too! My family’s anxious little dog has boarded there a few times and I know he’s in good hands :)
Our dogs love going to BowWow Lounge! We have two small dogs (chihuahua mixes) who go regularly for daycare, but we have also used the grooming and boarding services as well. They know our dogs by name and have always taken excellent care of them. Our dogs come home happy and tired every time. I’d highly recommend BowWow to anyone.
My dog and I LOVE Bow Wow Lounge! Staff is kind and helpful; facilities are nice (they recently finished renovations); and scheduling daycare, boarding, and grooming is easy! Last year, when I was new to Chicago and looking for a new daycare for my Aussiedoodle, I chose BWL based on promising reviews, what I already saw was the ease of booking services, and responsiveness to my questions. My dog was having some trouble in large group, getting nervous and overstimulated, which led to him acting out during his first days at daycare. His needs were easily accommodated by BWL with a tailored service—a brief, quieter playtime to start his day instead of launching into the ever-expanding group of dogs just arriving to day care—and now he hardly ever acts out in the same way! Everyone was and is super attuned and understanding! They also have really great insight into what my dog needs, and they get to know him really well! One day, I forgot to put his name on his bag of lunch and, upon remembering, was worried that would mean he would go without it, but it turned out that the handlers recognized my dog's food anyway and fed him with no problem (a reassuring outcome, if of minimal consequence). Sometimes, when I pick up my dog at the end of the day, the handler says that he did especially well that day, and I feel particularly grateful that I have BWL to help me take care of my big guy. We'll be using BWL for a while!
I wish there was an option to add more stars. BWL is incredible. They are a 2nd home, a 2nd family to my dog, Orfie (which I appreciate as a working, single dog-human). They let Orfie be Orfie in his playtime and they are very attuned to any health and behavioral issues that come up. Everyone who works there, whether at the desk or handling the dogs, is super friendly. I would encourage any dog humans to check out BWL, and for those who do not have dogs, I would encourage them to get one, just for the BWL experience.
My pup has been going to Bow Wow Lounge since he was 5 months old. He is now 5 years old and loves every minute he spends there. We have used all the services there and each experience is wonderful. The staff is amazing. I highly recommend Bow Wow Lounge!
I have been working with Este and Purrfect Pawz N Palz Cat Sitting for the past two years, and I absolutely loved it! Este has been taking care of my cats so well when I travel, and my cats both love her so much. She is able to accommodate my cats' diets and always provides them tons of love when I am gone. I always feel so secure having Este taking care of my cats, and the photos she takes are all really adorable! I can't recommend them more and recommend everyone living in the area to work with them.
My cat is always afraid of everything, including strangers and new people. I first tried out a different pet sitting company in Evanston and my cat never came around to like them or feel comfortable around them. So I tried the service with Este and it’s been wonderful. After several visits, my extremely shy cat opened up and started enjoying Este’s company! Now I can travel without worrying as much about how lonely my cat will be!
I've used Purrfect Pawz N Palz multiple times while traveling, and I couldn't be happier with this service. The owner, Este, is incredibly responsive and attentive, always making sure my cat is well cared for. She goes above and beyond, …