Dog Sitting in Van
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Angeline
Van, Michigan
All-star sitter who loves animals and traveling!
We recently had the pleasure of having Angeline and Desiree housesit and take care of our cats, Tiga and Bud. Throughout their stay, they maintained excellent communication, providing timely updates and sent us the best photos and videos of the kitties! They were great with managing our deliveries too. We returned to an immaculate apartment, and happy, relaxed and well-fed cats. Angeline and Desiree are reliable, friendly, and professional sitters we'd gladly welcome back. If you're searching for the perfect house sitters, look no further than this wonderful mother-daughter duo!
Lynn
Van, Michigan
Fun Furrogate Parents
Lynn and Jeff are the very best of zeewoi, my only regret is that we didn’t stay home to spend more time with them. They are kind, open, warm, straightforward people you will want as friends and neighbors; who love life, pets, homes, and new people as much as we do. They did break one rule: they left our house cleaner than they found it! Considering all the dead critter gifts our kitties brought them that was a big effort. I’m so grateful we crossed paths with this wonderful couple.
Janet
Van, Michigan
Experienced House Sitters Who will Care For Your home and Pets
Janet did a wonderful job taking care of my cat and my home while I was gone for almost a month. She kept me posted regularly and responded quickly to a couple of requests I had to make while traveling. She is flexible and very reliable and I would definitely welcome her back to my home whenever she is available.
James
Van, Michigan
JIM AND DEBORAH
This listing is for Jim, but he and wife, Deb are a package deal, especially when it comes to horse care. Deb is the horse person. Since they live in my area in the winter, only Jim stayed at my house while Deb stayed at home with their own dogs. She came at feeding times to make sure Jim was "on it" until he got accustomed. All went well. Did have a glitch with my well (it apparently was on its way out) but I was able to coach Jim over the phone on what to do. He was definitely fine with handling stuff like that and didn't get flustered (like me!) Due to a medical emergency on our trip, we had to come home a week early. I was grateful that they were local and I didn't mess up their plans! Hope to have them back in the future if my gang wasn't too much for them!
Steele
Van, Michigan
Open-minded, compassionate, loving pet-sitter
I would invite Steele back anytime. He was communicative, reliable, friendly, and conscientious of my dog and cat’s needs. He took great care of my home too, I came back to it just as I left it. He also left a very sweet note and little parting gifts for me and the fur babies! So sweet.
Rebecca
Van, Michigan
RGarges UpNorth Fun Fabulous House & Pet Sitter❤️
Rebecca stayed with our dogs, cats and birds while on vacation. We received daily photos and videos! They were great! She is welcome back, anytime! The critters loved her, and she did well❣️
Dawn
Van, Michigan
Retired college staff seeks East Coast travel (Nov-April), min 1 week.
Dawn was timely, helpful, left my home clean and neat, including washing and replacing all sheets and towels used b6 her. She sent daily pictures of her with my cat. My cat was so happy with Dawn that he has been sleeping on the bed she used instead of with me! Dawn was also very flexible about me returning a day early due to weather. I would use her again.
Reviews from Dog Owners
Abby
David and Elynn were fabulous pet sitters and house sitters. Our dog and rabbit were well-taken care of, the house was left even cleaner than when they arrived! I would highly recommend David and Elynn, and would happily have them again! David and Elynn took excellent care of our dog Cosmo and our rabbit Oreo. They made sure they were happy, well-fed, and got exercise and fresh air! We were very happy to receive several photos of our furry friends while we were away. They took amazing care of the house and yard, and were very open with communication. If they were uncertain of anything or had a question, they were very open about reaching out! David and Ellyn were wonderful houseguests, who left the house even cleaner than they found it! I would highly recommend David and Elynn and their two adorable children. They are wonderful, respectful people who definitely love animals and will give your pets and home lots of care! Thank you!! :)
Natalie
Kelly was an excellent sitter for us. She communicated well, before the sit and during the sit. When we got home, the dogs and our guinea pig were happy and well. Kelly was dependable and showed up exactly on time. The house was well maintained and clean when we arrived home. We would definitely host Kelly again.
Virginia
Leah & Elias, were an absolute joy as housesitters. They arrived a day early so we could all meet and go over the pets routine. Our cat is relatively new and has a little separation anxiety but they managed his care really well. Our dog needed to be dropped off at a sitters and they took care of that as well. We also came home to a clean and neat house! Overall, they went above and beyond and I highly recommend them.
Patti
Cleo is a very lucky puppy dog to have been cared for by Matt & Lisa! We’ve had quite a few sitters over the last 2 years with TH, and I have no reservations saying that they were the best! First, communication was fabulous from the start. They put me at ease before they ever got here. Throughout the sit, there were regular updates and pictures. They were so very attentive to Cleo, and even ventured out with her on trail walks (Cleo’s favorite thing in the world). They handled her medications with no problem. It was obvious that my nervous pup was at ease and loved them, as she ended up sleeping with them! I’d have Matt & Lisa again in a heartbeat, and would recommend to anybody!
DAVID
This is our second time with Jamie and she’s really a great sitter for our dogs . She’s a trusted person, smart. You can leave her your house and pets. Can’t wait to have Jaimie back next summer
Jacqueline
If we could give 10 out of 5 stars for Candace, Brian, and Chris, we would! They were amazing house and dog sitters for Brown Dog and Scout. They were so accommodating with our timeline and had read our welcome guide to a tee! It was so reassuring being gone for 2 weeks and knowing our pups were in amazing hands. They sent us daily updates and pictures and it was clear the dogs were so well cared for! They left the house very clean and even had all of our bedding and towels washed for us when we arrived home. Would absolutely recommend them for a sit and would love to have them back again any time!
Linda
They took very good care of my pets which involved feeding cats twice daily, fish once or twice a day and filling up fountain for birds. Animals were healthy and happy when I returned. Nothing was lost or broken, and Diane even found a lost grinder part that had fallen into the cats food while I was using it. They are a pleasant couple. They were invited from Wednesday to Sunday. They arrived on Monday so had 3 days instead of one to learn the pets routine. They also informed me that they wouldn't be leaving until Monday morning, but that worked out well since I was mistaken about the end date of my cruise and couldn't get home until Monday. Everything was left neat, but I had minor housekeeping to do (clean sink, fingerprints off glass table, sweep floor). They are older than stated on the profile, which they said only allows 65 as a top age. 68 and 73. Bruce has health problems that requires he sleeps sitting up in a chair that has a leg lift, which luckily I had, so he slept in my living room. They are fine caring for cats, but my friend with a dog decided to find another sitter rather than leave him with them (she was going to pay) because they seem somewhat frail.
JoAnn
Hamsa was very quick to respond in all communication. She was prompt on her arrival and listened carefully to our detailed instructions about the house and dogs. While we were away the amount of communication between us was just right. When we arrived home the dogs were happy and the house was in order. A good sign that a dog sitter paid lots of attention to the pups is when we see a bit of depression set in after a dog sitter departs - this did occur after Hamsa left our home She is a very caring and nurturing individual.
Craig
Ryan is a great house and pet sitter and I definitely recommend him. He took excellent care of my apartment and my dog for peace of mind when I was away. He is professional, friendly, and experienced.
Sarah
Stephanie, Brian and baby Martin took fabulous care of our home and pets for two weeks. From the outset, communication was quick, smooth and friendly and it was clear that both Stephanie and Brian are reliable, professional and warm sitters who take all the various elements of a sit seriously. They kept us up to date with photos and messages, dealt proactively and competently with any unexpected issues that popped up, and most importantly showered our dogs and gerbils with attention and care throughout the time we were away. We returned to a spotlessly clean home (with thoughtful touches of fresh milk, bacon and bread waiting for us) and happy, settled pets. In short, we would recommend Stephanie and Brian to anyone looking for reliable, attentive and proactive sitters for their pets and home. We would be delighted to welcome them back for another sit, should they ever find themselves in the area again.
House Sitting FAQs
How much does it cost to hire a pet sitter in Van, Michigan?
Pet sitters on Zeewoi offer pet sitting free of charge.
Why someone want to do dog sitting for free?
The main reasons dog sitters join Zeewoi are:
- They can't have their own dog 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 dog on Zeewoi.
How many dog sitters are in Van, Michigan?
As of Aug 2024, there are 1,387 dog sitters
in Van, Michigan
.
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How long will it take for me to find a dog sitter in Van, Michigan?
Zeewoi makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog sitters about your booking.
Typically, 94%
of Van, Michigan
dog sitters respond within 24 hours.
Once you create your profile, dog sitters can apply to care for your pets, and you can also invite them!
Do dog sitters in Van, Michigan pass a background check?
Yes! dog sitters joining Zeewoi must pass a background check before offering their services.
Nearby Paid Pet Services in Van
Trailsend Kennel
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Great experience for my young dog, Mister. We went to Macinac Island for the day. He stayed back at the kennel. Clean, affordable, and super sweet owner.
Carla was wonderful! She was very accommodating and her facility was extremely clean. This was our first time leaving our pups overnight anywhere and I felt very comfortable leaving my babies with her (one of our dogs has bad separation anxiety). She’s in a great location and very reasonably priced. Highly recommend!
This is a fantastic place! I’m a very anxious pet parent and I get very nervous leaving my two small dogs for any amount of time, but felt great about the decision to board them overnight at Trailsend. The owner seems extremely kind and caring and the building is in great condition and well maintained. The kennels were all occupied when we were there, and none of the dogs seemed stressed or uncared for. I would absolutely board my dogs here again in the future.
I boarded my dog here when our usual kennel was full. I hadn't been aware of Trailsend until now. My boy was well taken care of and doesn't seem to be more annoyed than usual due to my choice. I will definitely use Trailsend again whenever my travels take me in their direction!
I highly recommend this kennel. We made a reservation and dropped off two dogs for the night. The place is clean and the owner is very friendly.
I'm very happy with Trailsend Kennel! My pup stayed 2 nights while we were in town for a wedding. Drop off was easy and put our minds at ease about leaving our pup. Carla listened to and read thru instructions I left. The kennel appeared extremely clean and well maintained. Pick-up was quick, with a brief summary of how our dog did. I would not hesitate to board with Trailsend again!
Cant say enough good things about this kennel. My 2 dogs are my absolute babies and i have a very hard time leaving them with anyone. Let alone a complete stranger when i am already out of my element being 3+ hours away from home. We were up in the UP for a snowmobile race my husband was racing in. We didn't find out until we were parking at the race that our dogs couldn't be there. So i dropped my husband off and left, trying to figure out what to do in order to still support my husband racing. I stumbled upon this kennel and reached out right away. Mind you it was a saturday morning around 9am. I got a call back maybe 30 mins later. They requested vaccination records which i was able to email over right away. and within a few mins of chatting i was heading that way to drop them off for "daycare". When i showed I wasnt worried at all leaving them. I filled out the paperwork and then headed back at their pick up time window and picked them up. The dogs seemed to have a great time and I was told they both did absolutely wonderful, which was surprising with the male having separation anxiety. I was told they are welcome back anytime and I will definitely be considering it again in the future if i ever find myself up there needing a dog sitter. I was also very pleased with it not feeling overpriced especially considering the area.
My wife and I were visiting Mac island for the day and needed a place to board our dog. The lady at TrailsEnd was amazing and our dog had a fabulous stay for the day. We didn't tell her, because we want to protect our dog, but he is a grand champion and comes from a bloodline of champions. My wife and I rarely board him and we check out the facilities with a deep background check. TrailsEnd had stellar reviews and we can see why. Our dog wasn't sure he wanted to leave...and he normally hates being boarded. If we ever head back there, we will board him again at their place. First class service and very friendly.
My parents had recently died and left me with their pets. I wasn’t able to being them into my house due to my pets “cats” had to leave them there couple of weeks. Rates were reasonable and the care…outstanding it was hard for me to get the Labrador to leave, lol. The owner truly cares for pets.
Be sure to call ahead of time to reserve a spot. We decided to leave him at the kennel while we went to the island since the weather was so icky and cold. The owner (I assume it was the owner) immediately greeted me when I arrived and took my boy out to the play yard before putting him in his kennel. He seemed well taken care of and was happy to see me when I went to pick him up. The only thing I would mention is to send bottled water with your pup if they aren’t used to well water. For what it’s worth it’s extremely affordable. I will be recommending this place for anyone visiting mackinaw with their pups.
Bay Area Pet Resort
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This place was Tremendous!!!! They took great care of our kittycat, Matchka who was fighting mammary gland cancer. The woman who was running things was an Angel and let us visit her every morning. Matchka hissed at her & everyone else but this amazing woman lived Matchka regardless and took extra special care of her. I would recommend this place to everyone. Matchka had a better view than we did at our resort because she had a gorgeous view of Lake Michigan out her gigantic window.
The ownership and staff is so friendly and the best part is my dogs love to be boarded here! My dogs literally pull me into the facility at drop off.
Love 😘 my daisy always get good care what a difference Marianne is the best …
They take great care of your pet. They love our pup and he is always in great shape when we pick him up. They do very well with pets who need medication and a little extra TLC. He loves this place!
Staff here are wonderful with the animals and spend a bit of time with each pet that is staying at their resort. The layout of the facility is great, insofar as when a cat comes in for a stay, s/he doesn't have to be taken past any barking dogs to get to her/his boarding area and vice versa. My cat was a guest here for about a week and I had an opportunity to go in to visit with her. The cat room was quiet and peaceful and the spaces were large and luxurious.
Easy to spot off of the highway. Plenty of parking and the owners do a very good job of keep spots open and snow and ice plowing in the winter. There are some very lively birds when you enter, as well as a few different knick-knacks to buy. Reasonable prices on these, but their bathing prices cannot be beat. My dog is always clean and fresh and a ton of hair removed from him. They send him off in a handsome little bandana and we keep coming back! I highly recommend this place! Very friendly staff and their work is wonderful!
I go to Walmart every 2 weeks. With the remodeling it has been talking a little longer. Hopefully they will be done soon. Then we will get more used to it.
My Lacie girl loves it. Susan and Gail spoil her.
Good place to board when going out of town for a few days. They are comfortable boarding Birds as well as cats and dogs, so that was a big plus for me. Right across the parking lot is a veterinarian's office so if you had an emergency there you'd be in luck.
What I like about this place is that my dog loves it. When I leave him it makes me feel better that I know he's in a great spot with people who really enjoy him. It seems to be more than just a job with all the people here and it shows.
