Groningen, Netherlands
Animal lover and avid wildlife photographer
This was honestly the first time I've ever felt comfortable and totally at ease with a petsitter. We were a long way from home, and Stefanie looked after our 4 dogs fabulously. She even took care of a post foot-op recovery with absolute ease. She sent little video updates of them regularly, and honestly they were as happy as they normally are when we are at home. This is a first, as they normally pine for us for the first few days and then give us a bit of a sulk when we return, but we had none of that. We also had a lovely meal prepared for us upon our return. Stefanie is self-sufficient and reliable and I would totally recommend her as a babysitter.
Groningen, Netherlands
Reliable Dutch couple, both writers, would love to take care of your house, gard
Our puppy is a smart but challenging border collie. Nynke and Hans gave her the structure and rules that she needs. They are welcome back any time.
Groningen, Netherlands
To live is to travel.
Henk and Rita are véry friendly and trustworthy. They cared for Ringo with great love and looked after our house.
Groningen, Netherlands
Flexible and caring couple who love challenges
Yvonne and Jeroen were fantastic - so caring, considerate and they did everything to make sure the cats were well looked after, including missing their New Years plans to stay with the cats who were scared of the fireworks. They were independent, communicated well and left the apartment incredibly clean, as well as leaving loads of deliciously baked goodies for us on our return. Delightful pair and I would highly recommend them or have them back to cat-sit anytime. So grateful for their professional and loving approach. Thanks again Yvonne and Jeroen
Groningen, Netherlands
Enjoying life with animals
Renske is an excellent pet sitter. She looked after our cat & our tortoise for 2 weeks whilst we were on our summer holiday and even though she had never looked after a tortoise before she was very diligent & took a lot of time to care for him & ensure she was feeding him correctly with the correct food. She communicated well with us & asked questions when she wasn’t sure of anything. We have come back to a very clean & tidy house & would happily have Renske back in the future to look after our animals. We would highly recommend her.
Groningen, Netherlands
Dutch ICU nurse taking sabbatical for 3 months , lover of all animals.
Karen was fantastic - she left the house immaculate, looked so well after my two dogs and even cooked us dinner on our return!! Definitely a 5star petsitter!!
Groningen, Netherlands
Retired Dutch couple, mid fifties, would love to take care of your home and pets
Melanka and Hora were great sitters and are welcome in our home again any time. They looked after our dog, cat and home as if they were their own. They kept in touch with us, took in home deliveries that arrived while we were away and Hora even did some repair jobs around the house which were much appreciated. We met with Melanka and Hora the night before we left on holiday and they are very nice people who I would recommend to anybody for looking after your home and pets.
Groningen, Netherlands
Family of 5 caring for your pets and homes
Bambina and Shark had a nice time with Natasha and her kids. We asked them to be one day earlier and it was not a problem for them. We kept in contact with Natasha every other day and she sent us pictures and videos about the kitties. They left the house clean and organized
Groningen, Netherlands
Creative, tidy and quiet. Looking for furry friends-for-a-while!
Anja was brilliant - she was very conscientious in caring for our slightly temperamental cat, and she kept the house and garden in lovely shape - she even made some improvements to our wayward garden, which we really appreciated. She was very good at keeping us informed about how she and Sooty were doing, and was not fazed by a few small problems with the house, which she addressed very capably after consulting with us. We came back to a happy cat, a lovely clean house and tidy garden and we would be very happy if she was able to cat-sit for us again one day, Thanks so much, Anja!
Groningen, Netherlands
Responsible pet loving couple looking to help you out!
Arno & Marijke are wonderful human beings. I was lucky to cross paths with them. ❤️ Despite the entire sit (and so, their first trip to the United States) taking several unexpected turns, they took it all in stride and were caring and thoughtful throughout. My beloved kitty, Cokie, disappeared about six weeks before they were scheduled to arrive. Although the signs pointed to him not returning, I invited them to come anyway because I knew they were looking forward to visiting the U.S., and I wanted someone to be here in the off chance that Cokie did show up. Fortunately, we were able to meet briefly when they first arrived as they were doing a road trip before the sit started. They brought me a beautiful memento made by an artisan in the Netherlands using a photo of Cokie. Then four days before their scheduled return to start the sit, my daughter was hospitalized in Norway, and I had to leave immediately to help care for her there. So instead of being greeted by me when they arrived for the sit, they were greeted by my neighbors, who I had passed on some instructions to. We were in communication by text the entire time which was helpful, but I was sorry not to welcome them completely to my home in person. It became clear when I arrived in Norway that my daughter was not going to be able to continue on with our scheduled travels in the country and we would need to return home early for her to recover. So Arno and Marijke's month-long sit turned into a week-long sit. They incurred additional expense flying home early and were not able to see the beautiful Pacific Northwest as thoroughly as they had hoped. Despite this, they were kind and gracious and thoughtful of me. Upon my return home, I was greeted with a sweet card, flowers, and a delicious bar of chocolate. I no longer have need for pet sitters, but if I did, I would not hesitate to invite Arno and Marijke back again. 😊
We feel like we’ve won the pet and house sitter lotto with Scott. Most importantly, he’s taken great care of our much loved little dog, giving him a lot of care, affection and attention. He paid close attention when Tingsha began scratching (allergy to an insect bite) which needed vet care, with great communication with us. He even took Tingsha to his agility school class each week (great fun had by all) and to get a groom. We’ve come home to a contented and very happy dog. The house is spotless, cleaner than we left it, with fresh flowers and the bed all made up. Perfect! We had regular contact with Scott all through our five week trip and being “fellow travellers” (in all senses) enjoyed sharing lots of local travel tips and experiences as we each visited new parts of the world. We were happy to lend Scott our car and he’s been great with it, super responsible. Scott is a really terrific guy and a fabulous journalist and story teller (you must listen to his podcast about his travels, it’s a cracker). In sharing our home and trusting our beloved dog with him, we feel like we’ve made a new friend along the way. We recommend Scott without any hesitation and thank him for a wonderful experience, we’d love him to come back and see us, anytime. Thanks a bunch!
Jeannette was the absolute best pet sitter anyone could ask for! She was communicative and easy going. She took very good care of the house, but most importantly she took superb care of my dog, Bodhi. She took him on long walks and fun adventures everyday. While I was out of the country, I received pictures and updates of their "vacation". I loved seeing Bodhi's and Jeannette's smiles in all the photos. They definitely bonded. :) I would highly recommend Jeannette as a pet sitter and also as an excellent person who cares about people, animals, and the planet.
Samantha and Scott are great sitters and we enjoyed hearing from them a couple of times while we were away. Our pets were very relaxed and happy too! Very happy to recommend them.
Caitlyn, KJ, and their pup Sully were excellent house guests and pet sitters, and we would highly recommend them! I was able to meet Caitlyn and KJ prior to them house sitting for us, and we are always super appreciative when sitters are able to make that work and are willing to take time out of their schedule to come over and get the lay of the land. Their dog Sully was full of good boy energy and was a great playmate for our two Golden Retrievers. During the stay, Caitlyn & KJ sent us photos every day and followed all of our instructions for pet care to a T. They were super self-sufficient and gracious guests that left our place looking just like it did when we left, and we were very at peace knowing that our dogs were in great hands, getting lots of exercise, and romping around with new friend Sully. Don't hesitate to book this family of three, your house and your pets will be well-looked after!
Monique was very nice and easy to schedule with. She sent us pictures of our dog Maisie while we were away, which we enjoyed seeing. Maisie was well cared for and had gotten plenty of exercise by the time we got home. The house was spotless, which was lovely to come home to! She had taken the trash and recycling bins out, even though we hadn’t mentioned them to her before we left. She made sure to let us know if anything was amiss so there were no surprises when we returned. Would definitely recommend her as a pet and house sitter for others. :)
Kelly and Chris are lovely people and we loved having them at the house! They were very engaged from the start, asking questions and wanting to know all the details on our pets. We were completely comfortable going away and didn’t worry during our trip knowing our kiddos were in such great hands. K & C gave us pics & updates as requested, and we loved seeing our pets have such a good time with them! They left the house in as good or better shake as it was found, laundering and folding linens and tidying up so well we could hardly tell they stayed here! They were communicative before the sit, during, and after. Kelly and Chris were the ideal sitters in every way. We’d welcome them back anytime and highly recommend them to others. Thanks you two!
I had the pleasure of having Tracey and her two children as house sitters, and I can't praise them enough for the incredible job they did. From the moment they stepped into our home, it was evident that they were dedicated, caring, and attentive to every detail. First and foremost, Tracey's approach to caring for our house and our beloved pets was nothing short of excellent. She has an innate ability to connect with animals, and it was clear from the daily updates and photos that our pets were happy and thoroughly pampered. The house was kept in immaculate condition, and they treated it with the utmost respect as if it was their own. Moreover, Tracey demonstrated remarkable responsibility and initiative when our AC system unexpectedly broke down. Without hesitation, she arranged for an HVAC company to come and fix the issue, taking time from her day to ensure our home was taken care of. Her willingness to front the repair costs until I could reimburse her was an act of kindness and trust that you rarely see. Tracey and her children's thoughtfulness and thoroughness provided me with peace of mind during my time away, which is priceless. I returned to a home that was just as I left it, if not better. Their stay was characterized by an extraordinary level of care and I was particularly impressed by how they left the house in perfect condition, with happy pets to welcome me back. I wholeheartedly recommend Tracey to any future hosts. Her reliability, compassion, and the ability to handle unexpected situations with grace are commendable. I would welcome Tracey and her children back to house sit in a heartbeat – they are exactly the kind of house sitters that one hopes for on this site! Thank you, Tracey, for everything. You and your children are welcome back anytime!
Kyle was a great house sitter and pet sitter for us. We had a good dialogue prior to him sitting for us, and we also did a short walkthrough the week before. Kyle formed a great bond with our dog Charlie and also took good care of our rabbit Poppy. A couple of minor issues came up with systems in our home due to an unexpected power outage, and Kyle was quick to connect with us and then was able to work 1:1 with the service providers to resolve the issues. We look forward to working with Kyle again.
Janis is a wonderful person and also an incredible sitter -- we were very, very fortunate that she agreed to care for our beloved pets and rural log home for 3 days. We were confident that everything would be perfect – and it was. We returned to a home as clean and ordered as we had left it, inside and out. All plants were thriving; outdoor hanging baskets were blooming profusely. Most importantly, our beloved dog and 4 cherished cats had obviously been lovingly and attentively cared for. The koi were also active and happy. Janis is a “cat whisperer”. She is especially skilled and patient with shy felines, so we truly appreciated her patience and caring for our sweet Angie (with a semi-feral background). Janis immediately understood that Angie, despite her reclusiveness, craves affection and was able to start to earn her trust even with such limited time. Among Janis’ many gifts: she is a talented photographer and delighted us with frequent updates and photos of our furry children. They are so beautiful that we, with her kind permission, plan to include several in our zeewoi profile. Janis’ communications, reliability, self-sufficiency, and punctuality were exemplary, start to finish. We made a wonderful new friend and have already invited her back to sit again. If you are privileged enough to ever have Janis sit we are certain that you will be as delighted and happy as we are.
Jessica was an awesome pet sitter for my cat Fifi. She texted photos and updates everyday so I knew that Fifi was being well cared for. She was communicative and asked a lot of good questions to make sure she understood Fifi's needs. My home was equally as clean (if not more so) upon my return. I would highly recommend Jessica!
How much does it cost to hire a pet sitter in Groningen, Netherlands?
Pet sitters on Zeewoi offer pet sitting free of charge.
Why someone want to do pet sitting for free?
The main reasons pet sitters join Zeewoi are:
- They can't have their own pet 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 pet on Zeewoi.
How many pet sitters are in Groningen, Netherlands?
As of Aug 2024, there are 1,387 pet sitters
in Groningen, Netherlands
.
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 pet safety.
How long will it take for me to find a pet sitter in Groningen, Netherlands?
Zeewoi makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking.
Typically, 94%
of Groningen, Netherlands
pet sitters respond within 24 hours.
Once you create your profile, pet sitters can apply to care for your pets, and you can also invite them!
Do pet sitters in Groningen, Netherlands pass a background check?
Yes! pet sitters joining Zeewoi must pass a background check before offering their services.