Cat Sitting in Lake Macquarie Shire
Cat sitters in Lake Macquarie Shire, Australia who will care for your furry friend at home without any charges!
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Reviews from Cat Owners
Claudia
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!
Joel and Esme
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!
Andrew
Cung is a diligent and communicative cat sitter and house guest, and we'd highly recommend him! We hope to have him back again soon
Heather
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.
Patty
Nathalie and John were great! They were great house sitters to watch our two dogs, 2 geckos, our old cat and bull frog. Their two girls took good care of the animals as well. The house was exactly how we left it. We really appreciated their help!
Anne
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.
Thea
Hannah and Joseph were brilliant sitters - totally reliable and trustworthy. Quick to respond to queries and their past experience with dog/ housesitting was very apparent. Our 2 dogs and 1 cat were well looked after and the house was spotless on our return. We are totally happy to recommend them.
Mary & Shane
My husband and I are so grateful for Cendy staying with our ~1yr old cat for nearly a full month. We were nervous to leave her for so long but Cendy had Wilma literally eating out of the palm of his hand and snuggling with him in no time. Cendy was incredibly communicative with us and attentive to Wilma consistently for the entire duration of the sit which was such a relief and gave us the piece-of-mind needed to fully enjoy our trip. We returned back to an impeccably clean apartment and a very content kitty. For the first few days back Wilma was definitely looking around for Cendy, missing her buddy. We (and Wilma!) would welcome Cendy back any time, especially for a longer stay knowing how responsible of a sitter he was. Couldn't recommend enough!
Claire
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!
JANELL
We've had many pet/house sitters over the last few years and Cat and Eugene will reside at the top of the list of favorites! From my first email with Cat I knew I liked her. She has all of the qualities of a good house and pet sitter: Reliable, a good listener, organized, flexible, caring, and honest. She and Eugene arrived exactly on time for our pre-sit visit, where they got to meet Maya and become familiarized with the house. It was a delight to visit with them and become comfortable knowing Maya would be in good hands. Our scheduled dates changed somewhat and they were extremely flexible and easy going about the changes. Upon our return home, we found the house pretty much in the exact condition we left it in. I can tell that great care was taken for Maya and for the house. Maya seemed to still be looking for them the next day, wandering around the house wondering where the other people who loved her went. I would recommend Cat and Eugene for anyone looking for reliable, kind, respectful, caring, tidy, and honest sitters. If I am lucky, I will get to have them back to sit for me again.
House Sitting FAQs
How much does it cost to hire a pet sitter in Lake Macquarie Shire, Australia?
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 Lake Macquarie Shire, Australia?
As of Aug 2024, there are 1,387 cat sitters
in Lake Macquarie Shire, Australia
.
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 Lake Macquarie Shire, Australia?
Zeewoi makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking.
Typically, 94%
of Lake Macquarie Shire, Australia
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 Lake Macquarie Shire, Australia pass a background check?
Yes! cat sitters joining Zeewoi must pass a background check before offering their services.
Nearby Paid Pet Services in Lake Macquarie Shire
A&S Dog Walking & Pet Services
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Thank you Sonja, as you know we think you are amazing. Sonja has been walking Milo for around a year now. Unfortunately despite lots of socialisation as a pup Milo was bitten by one of his brothers whilst playing and after this he became anxious, reactive and frustrated around other dogs. We worked for ages on his behaviour with training techniques and although we were getting somewhere, walks and trips out as a family were still very stressful. Then along came Sonja! Sonja has worked really hard with our gorgeous boy on her walks with him and he is now a completely changed dog. Not only has this changed things for Milo but it has also enriched our life as a family as we are now able to take him out to parks, the woods, etc with us without the fear of stress. We have followed Sonja’s advice and guidance on his separation anxiety too and that also has really really helped. I would reccomend Sonja for any training needs, she has a wealth of knowledge and understanding but more importantly gets to know you and your beloved pets which is super important when trying to alter behaviours that can often be deep seeded. We look forward to continuing to work with Sonja to continue to make the precious years we have with Milo as calm and stress free as possible. X
We have been utilising Sonja and A&S Pet Services for almost 5 years! This was initially to look after our 2 chinchillas when we went on holiday and then we added 2 cats to the mix! Now we rely on Sonja for any and all overnight stays whether that's still for a holiday, a quick visit to friends or a longer work contract elsewhere in the country. Sonja is very reliable, quick to respond to communications, looks after the animals excellently, sends us updates/texts/pics, and is always clean and tidy. In fact whenever we return we're sure our fur babies would prefer to keep having Sonja rather than have us come back!!! We would not hesitate to recommend A&S Pet Services for all your pet support needs!
My two girls who Sonia walks every day, they wait by the window with wagging tails for her to arrive, they get really excited because she is so good with them, I would highly recommend her for your four legged friends and other animals that she tends to.
Sonja has been walking my little Bichon for what must be over 5 years now and I could not recommend her highly enough. My dog is getting older now and doesn't always want her 30 minute walk anymore so Sonja plays games with her in our garden or in the house and ensures she has had some play time (and a cuddle) whether its a walk or by other means. She has been very helpful with us on advise with Molly too for different things - a very trustworthy, kind, knowledgeable lady and I would highly recommend A&S Dog Walking & Pet Services.
Sonja has looked after our Cat many times in the last few years since we moved to the area, and she has given us great peace of mind while we have been away. Our Cat is quiet nervous with new people, but he is happy under Sonja’s care. Highly recommended.
Warm, friendly and incredibly caring. I have used A&S for several years and have always had a very positive experience. A really helpful and genuine service, which puts pets first.
AWSUM PAWSUM AND PURRRFECTION I'm very happy and trust A&S with my kitty..
Housesit Match
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I have been Pet Sitting now for 16 years. HouseSit Match is by far the best site I have used. The Customer Service is excellent and there is a sense of community the site fosters which brings caring and consideration to all involved. I look forward to this site growing so we can provide the most reliable care and love to all the animals, homes and people involved. Thank you Lamia, for the way you connect people and work with us to make sure everyone is well placed and well tended.
We joined HouseSitMatch for the first time this year. Through this company, we had the opportunity to house sit in Spain for 2 months this summer, taking care of some very fun and loving dogs. HouseSitMatch is a well organized company that has thought of everything in uniting people looking for someone to care for their pets and people who wish to do so. The founder, Lamia, is hands on and is a great resource.This is also one of the few house sitting sites that gives house sitters the opportunity to rate the homeowners, this and the ability to connect with homeowners, we felt that we knew them even before we met them in person. We can't say enough about this wonderful company and the opportunities it provides for people. We highly recommended it!
Housesit Match is a wonderful experience to use. The website is really easy to navigate around and find what you need, the quality of house sits is really high and Lamia is always there to answer queries if you have a problem. My family and I had a delightful house sit in Andalusia in Spain for 2 weeks last August, which we are going back to again this year, we look after 2 horses, 2 dogs and a cat and the house has a pool and Donnie and Annie the owners are delightful. It has given us a wonderful break as a family in wonderful surroundings and makes our holiday affordable, without this, we wouldn't be able to go abroad on holiday. Thank you for making it all possible Housesit match!
I contacted Lamia at Housesit Match to help me find a house sitter to look after my cat Jessica while we were away in Spain for a couple of weeks. Lamia was very supportive and she found me a fab housesitter that not only looked after Jes but kept my pot plants alive in this amazing weather we have being having in the UK! We would highly recommend Housesit Match to any Home Owner that needs their pets and property looked after while they are away, brilliant service!
HouseSit Match is a fantastic service for those looking to house sit, either domestically in the UK or abroad right around the world. Their professionalism and service are second to none. Growing at a fast rate, they offer true value for money for both home owners and house sitters. If you have a pet and home that you need looking after while you need to go away, definitely join HouseSit Match where you will find the perfect person to care and look after your most precious valuables... your pets and home.
I have been with Housesitmatch.com for a few years now and had such a great exsperience with it. Lamia has always been there ready to help. I got my first house sit with her and many more after that. All the years I have been able to get in touch with her and she has always been there for me. I have met her a couple of times and it is always a pleasure. She really got me started and hgas been there ever since. Keep up the good job Lamia :)
We used Housesit Match to obtain a housesit in Normandy. The staff were knowledgeable and very approachable and all our queries were answered very promptly. The online live chat was particularly useful as it allowed us to get a little more information on the housesit we were interested in before submitting our application. The website is easy to use and comprehensive. We will definitely use the company again for any future housesits.
I have known HouseSitMatch from its very beginning so can attest to the founders’ dedication to the ideal of what house-sitting can facilitate for both the home-owners and house-sitters, which amounts to peace of mind for both by helping members make the best house-sitting matches. In an age when customer service is a scant commodity HSM excels in this area. They put a lot of energy into their customer service and offer a great deal of useful and practical information for members. It's a fun and very affordable way to travel and/or have your pets, home and garden cared for in your absence.
Lamia and the team at Housesit Match go above and beyond the call of duty when it comes to matching home & pet owners to their ideal sitters. On many occassions we have had owners contact us directly through the onsite message system to check our availability. I can highly recommend using Housesit Match especially if you are just starting out as a sitter and even more so if you are looking for wonderful sitters to take loving care of your home & pets.
I have known Housesit Match since it first launched. During this time Lamia the founder has helped me with useful advice, she has encouraged me to take part in their activities which I enjoyed very much- e.g. webinars. I am registered as a housesitter and a homeowner. She always suggested ideas about housesitting and ways of working while housesitting. She has a great team who are always helpful and thoughtful about customers' needs. They offer great customer service. Their web-site is always developing and improving, with new features being added. Mrs Tina Jeffreys
Handful of Hounds
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We found HoH when we bumped into Chris on a dog walk. His interaction with Freddie was so genuine and he clearly had a fantastic relationship with all the dogs in his care. Chris exudes fun and energy and Freddie adores him! He gets so excited for his weekly walk - racing to the door the moment Chris’s van appears! He also boards with Chris and Charlotte when we go away and knowing he is happy means there is no guilt when we leave him - in fact he doesn’t want to leave when we collect him! Oh, and the photos they take are amazing (some high level bribery must go on to pull off some of them!) Highly recommend!
We couldn’t be more grateful and pleased with Handful of Hounds. We trust Chris implicitly with our very bouncy and active Boxer on her twice weekly walks - her favourite time of the week! Chris & Charlotte are so reliable, professional and knowledgeable. They really do understand every breed and take in to consideration each dog’s individual needs. It is not easy to find people that are so reliable and trustworthy so we are eternally grateful. The daily pictures are also amazing and better than a professional photographers! Chris captures every ounce of happiness the dogs are feeling. Thank you Handful of Hounds! Vivienne just wishes you could come and live with us as the longing stares when you drive off are becoming ridiculous 😂
Handful of hounds are an amazing dog walker and daycare service. . Our dog Wilson loves Chris and is very excited to go walks. Chris is very kind, thoughtful and offer a fantastic service. Brilliant photos too and a very well equipped van the dogs go on their adventures in. Many thanks for all the great walks so far and Wilson always runs back for his last treat before he comes home! Would highly recommend Handful of Hounds.
Handful of hounds are, without a doubt, the best dog walker / sitter Berkhamsted has to offer. Chris has a connection with Bonnie that is quite unbelievable - as soon as she met him she recognised that he was in control and she will do anything to please him, she was besotted from day one! The care and attention that both Chris and Charlotte give Bonnie goes above and beyond my expectations of a dog walker / sitter. An amazing service offered by two amazing individuals. Thank you Chris and Charlotte 🩷
Highly recommend Charlotte & Chris - they are a brilliant team. Super efficient, really in tune with the dogs and always go the extra mile to accommodate additional walks, stays etc. Never having used dog walkers previously we were initially apprehensive, but Chris has a real connection with the dogs, and Kobi our cocker spaniel totally adores Chris and has the best time on his walks. Kobi boarded with HoH this summer, making for a guilt free holiday and had such a great time we thought he wouldn’t want to come home. Chris also takes amazing action photos!
Our dogs have been boarding with Chris and Charlotte for a couple of years now and have weekly walks with Chris. They are so kind and caring to our dogs and the whole family, always going the extra mile to help us out and our dogs absolutely love them. Chris is so good with the ongoing training for our rescue dog and the photos… well, they’re just fantastic!!! HoH is 100% the best in the area.
Chris and Charlotte are fantastic. So professional and friendly with both dogs and humans, and knowledgeable about everything to do with dogs! Our dog loves his walks with Chris and we feel happy knowing that he is having a great time with Chris and his doggy pals!
We couldn’t be happier with Handful of Hounds and neither could our big friendly golden retriever, Leo. HoH is highly reliable and organised with Charlotte on the admin side and Chris is very friendly and kind with Leo (and us!), always taking time to make sure Leo is safe, comfortable and having fun! Walks run whatever the weather, are always for a full hour (of actual walking) and C & C often fit us in for last minute walk requests. Would definitely recommend!
Chris and Charlotte are amazing! We feel so comfortable and content when Stevie goes to stay or for walks, which is such a blessing. They provide a real home from home environment alongside their own gorgeous dog, Alan, and give so much love and specific care to suit each dog. We feel like they’ve gotten to know our boy so well. And they provide lots of lovely updates. He always comes home happy and sleepy! The most comfortable we’ve ever felt leaving Stevie away, outside of close family. Highly recommend!
Charlotte & Chris are fantastic and a real find! They care so much about the dogs they look after. Mabel loves going on her walks with them and they have a lovely mix of dogs to keep her company. They go out of their way to help and we’ve got great peace of mind knowing Mabel will be happy boarding with them when we go on holiday.
Buddy's Pet Care
