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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Stefany helped me out big time by stepping in when I asked. She's a local sitter and I wasnt' having any responses so I contacted her and she fit me into her schedule even during the holidays and right after another sit across the country. She took great care of my two cats and home and I very much appreciate it!
We were so pleased to meet John and Trisha! We had them come in a day before we left and enjoyed a nice meal with them and they got to meet Delilah (even if she didn’t seem interested) but she soon warmed up to them - except for the Cat Videos - she wasn’t very interested 🤣 When we returned our home was so clean (probably cleaner than we left it)! We got frequent pics and updates on our Princess! They also left us with a Progress Report with Delilah’s activities and what they did at the house before they left. We would highly recommend John & Trisha if you are lucky enough to have them apply for a House Sitters job! Bill, Kathy & Delilah 🐈⬛❤️
Wow! Just wow! We cannot say enough about the care and compassion Trisha and John provided to our cats and our home. We are always somewhat nervous about a new pet sitter in our home, but that all faded when we met this wonderful couple. They provided daily updates as requested, complete with pictures, videos and personalized captions. Upon our return, we were greeted by happy and content kitties. There was no sign of anxiety in Tika! Yea!!! Our home was clean, the sheets and towels were washed and bed remade! They even left behind thank you notes and little gifts! What a breath of fresh air these two individuals are! We hope to have them back again soon.
Anna was a wonderful sitter for our furry friends. My dog, Luke, bonded with her and was sad when she left. My cats would crawl under the covers and curl up with her at night. She is a true animal magnet and lover. I highly recommend Anna to anyone who wants their pets to recieve first class love while away.
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!
Tracy was an ideal pet sitter when we left for 12 days. She was communicative, friendly, and most importantly took perfect care of our two cats and our house. I would highly recommend her for any sit!
Jinnie was an excellent house sitter for me and my cat Felix. Completely responsible and reliable and helpfully flexible. She was willing to work with me as I dithered on whether I was actually going to go on my trip (which was dependent on good weather), and when I finally decided on making my trip one day shorter. House was clean and organized on my return, and, more importantly, my cat was calm and relaxed on my return. I would happily have Jinnie come sit for me and Felix again.
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!
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 £15 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!
Our miniature dachshund used to be reactive around both dogs and people. He was so nervous that even going outside made him extremely anxious, and he’d bark non-stop at the sight of people or other dogs. We’ve tried other trainers in the past, but they couldn’t get to the root of the problem. We had even considered re-homing him as we felt we'd tried everything. Nessie worked miracles, addressing his reactivity head-on and providing clear guidance on training, along with support whenever needed. She was patient and earned Howie's trust, which made a huge difference. She’s changed both our dog’s life and ours. His world has expanded, and now taking him out is a breeze and not something I fear. A dog who used to hide when I grabbed his lead now eagerly waits by the door. Nessie has also helped with our other dachshund, and both dogs absolutely adore her. Honestly, I can’t recommend Nessie enough!
Our dog is pretty reactive, especially toward some male dogs so it’s pretty hard for me to walk him by myself when needed, so usually my husband walks him as he’s stronger to control him! Found Nessie and did training sessions with her. She gave us clear instructions and techniques to work with our dog! Even though we still need to practice and reinforce all the things we’ve learned from Nessie but I feel lots more confident in walking our dog by myself. Highly recommended!
I cannot recommend Nessie highly enough. With her help and guidance my spaniel went from zero recall to 100% recall. She is a truly intuitive and kind trainer that enabled my puppy to realise his potential.
My Labrador had major separation issues and had been rejected from other day care locations due to his anxiety. I contacted Happy Paws after they were recommended to me by a family friend, and my dog has never been happier. Knowing that I was heading abroad for a period of time, we started a staged process to give my Lab time to get used to being away from me. With Happy Paws experience, patience and expertise we gave him (and me) the confidence to be apart. His every need was taken care of, to such an extent that I was actually worried my dog would not want to come back with me upon my return. If you want a place where your dogs welfare is a priority, where they get mental and physical stimulation, and you know your dog is going to be happy, then I could not recommend Happy Paws enough.
I cannot express how delighted we are with Nessie and Happy Paws. We had a loving but untameable, scent obsessed 2 Year old Cocker Spaniel and now we have the well trained, obedient, and happy dog we always wanted Nessie has a way with dogs (and owners) , her care and attention to both was a sure fire way to achieving our goals. Recommending 5 stars is really insufficient as she is a star herself and gave so much to us and our dog.
Happy Paws's puppy course gave our golden retriever the very best start in life. I was really impressed by how professional and helpful the team were. They obviously really care about dogs, without being overly prescriptive and overbearing in their advice. Highly recommend.
The most reliable and caring doggy day care and dog sitting. I trust Nessie and the rest of the team full with my dogs. And I am fussy! Wouldn't change a thing, they are amazing! Their Instagram updates are a real highlight!
Nessie and her team are brilliant. Our dog Biscuit is really at home in their company and we trust them implicitly with her care. They go the extra mile, taking the dogs on a variety of walks given them the very best experience. Nothing ever seems to be too much trouble. Nessie is very experienced and they all have a passion for animals. We would thoroughly recommend Happy Paws.
I have 3 dogs and a cat. Nessie came to stay at my house with them for 10 days. I would have absolutely no hesitation to recommend her, the dogs were happy and well looked after. She is calm and confident, and I am 100% sure she could handle any situation. She is organised and my house was cleaner after her stay then I had left it. We had workmen here too, and she coped with it all. She is expensive, but she is worth it.
Jessie was amazing with our three spaniels. We are not local and were here for my daughter's wedding. Knowing the dogs would be cared for on the day was a huge weight of my shoulder. We received pics of the dogs walking and an update on their return. When we arrived back at our holiday accommodation all three dogs were happy and relaxed. Many many thanks. I would not hesitate to use the service again or recommend to others.
Lovely stay for our two dogs and Dan is very knowledgeable and caring owner of the business. He is passionate about what he offers and people need to book well in advance which proves that once pet owners find a good place they have no hesitation in re-booking before they leave.
I think the dogs had just as great a holiday as us. They loved being with Dan and Elaine. Thank you so much
Great dog boarding; proprietor checks compatibility very carefully; plenty of space in house & well-kept garden with good variety & interest.
Our dog loves visiting dogtastic they take great care of him and treat him with love like their own 😊 …
Great people who really care about your dog. Well worth using this company.
Friendly. Dogs love it there, they gets lots of TLC
A place that really cares for your dog
Tracy looked after my cat and rabbits while we were away for 10 days. It was not ideal timing because we had builders there while we were away and my cat is very wary of strangers at the best of times. Although Tracy didn’t see my cat every day she reassured me that he had been coming in for food every night. She also did a brilliant temporary repair job for me when one of my rabbit homes developed a hole in the bottom of it. She kept in regular contact and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.
We have two female cats with very different personalities and like any pet owner, we are anxious that they are fed, watered and cared for while we are away. This was the first time that we have used Maccy G Pets service and we can report that we are very happy with the service. Tracy visited us to meet our cats before we travelled which was a nice touch. Tracy kept us updated with daily videos of her interactions with the cats and when we returned all was well with them and our home. Thank you for the care. We would happily recommend their service.
We could not be happier with the service provided at such short notice. Our two elderly cats absolutely love Tracy. Sadie, our eldest at 18 with failing kidneys is a hard nut to crack and very hard to please but the daily photos showed us that she was very happy in Tracy's company, along with Jinx, who has suffered with separation anxiety previously. She took the time to come and visit and introduce herself to the cats prior to starting to care for them. We have booked again as they have been so well looked after.