Providing Pet Sitting in the Kerrykeel, Ireland
Animal lover, adventurer and writer. Caring and conscientious by nature.
Michaela is warm and friendly. She was so good with the animals, they had a great time with her and I came home to happy dogs hens and cats. Michaela was great at staying in touch, sending regular updates and photos Our house is still under going renovations and Michaela was great when workmen arrived unexpectedly one day. Happily recommend Michaela as a sitter.
Providing Pet Sitting in the Kerrykeel, Ireland
Home and pet and garden carer
Avril is a very nice person, who gave me great reports on my Kismet, looking after him very well. She left the house sparkling, and a wonderful bouquet of flowers . Thanks Avril, I hope you enjoyed your stay.
Providing Pet Sitting in the Kerrykeel, Ireland
Dog, Cat (and Rabbit!) Whisperer Supreme. Trustworthy. Will go that extra mile!
Liz and Vladi were perfect guests and pet-sitters! They took good care of our Dachshund/Teckel Lola, the house and gardens. Lola is not always the easiest to manage, but Liz was very patient, instantly bonded and looked after Lola with care and attention. All communication was prompt, easy and pleasant. Liz asked well in time if she could bring along Vladi, which that was perfectly fine and worked out well. We all got along really well and had fun in the extra day that we took to explain our routines with Lola and to introduce Liz and Vladi to their surroundings. It was wonderful to get to know each other and we recommend Liz gladly as a five-star pet-sitter!
Providing Pet Sitting in the Kerrykeel, Ireland
Responsible travelling couple caring for your pets anywhere in the world.
Sharon and Dave were terrific sitters for the house and Rosie. The sit was incredibly straightforward to organise, they kept in touch regularly, sent me plenty of updates and generally set my mind at rest throughout the process. One of the main reasons I selected them for the sit was the number of sits they'd already completed and the glowing reviews they received. Their experience and ease with the whole process showed, and I can also see why they got so many great reviews. Rosie looked to be having a whale of a time throughout their stay, and I had messages from other people I knwo in the town saying they'd met Sharon and Dave out and about and that Rosie seemed very happy and well-cared for. The house was spotless upon my return with all the laundry already on; Rosie had been given a bath and I had not a moment's concern about any aspect of the sit. Thank you Sharon and Dave, you're welcome to come back and mind Rosie again any time.
Providing Pet Sitting in the Kerrykeel, Ireland
Maire and Connie
It was a pleasure having Máire and Connie house sit for us! We met them the day we were leaving, and they were lovely, friendly, down to earth people. They took excellent care of both the pets and the house. We came back to the place left spotless. A big thank you!
Providing Pet Sitting in the Kerrykeel, Ireland
Veterinary surgeon and behaviourist offering pet and housesitting
We came home to a very happy and relaxed cat. Our home was spotless and there was even a beautiful gift left for us. Orla, being a behavioral specialist gave us plenty of really good tips for our Cat. We would have her back again any time!
Providing Pet Sitting in the Kerrykeel, Ireland
Trustworthy and friendly mature student seeks house and dogsitting opportunities
Layla is very obviously a lover of dogs.Our two labradors could not have been happier with Layla's loving attention .Layla took responsibility for them while we were on a six day break. We could see Layla has a very special connection with animals and is very knowledgeable. We would be happy to have Layla back any time. Thank you Layla Aoife and family
Providing Pet Sitting in the Kerrykeel, Ireland
Responsible, reliable, friendly, married, pet-loving couple
Jessica and Neil were amazing house- and pet sitters and lovely people. They were very communicative and sent regular photos of our 12 year old cat and 1.5 year old dog while we were away. Iggy, our dog, had a stomach bug during their stay and Jessica was in regular contact with us before and after the visit to our local vet. Thankfully Iggy was back to his normal self within 24 hours but it really set our minds at ease knowing he was in such great care. All else was very smooth during their time at our place and when we arrived home the apartment was spotless. Thank you Jessica and Neil!
Providing Pet Sitting in the Kerrykeel, Ireland
Animal loving couple excited to take care of your pets and home!
Michaela and Caolan went above and beyond for us. One of our dogs had unexpected surgery mere days before our trip. M & C unhesitatingly agreed to go ahead with the sit, handling meds and extra care. They were responsible and loving with our 2 dogs and 1 cat; we never doubted that our pets were in good hands, and our house was spotless when we returned. We're grateful to Michaela and Caolan, and we enthusiastically recommend them.
Providing Pet Sitting in the Kerrykeel, Ireland
Retired Barrister Current Writer
As always 100% from Rosaline…a great person to care for your pets & home.
Mary was fantastic from start to finish and looked after our elderly dog with love and attention to her needs. She also looked after our home with respect and care. We couldn't have asked for a nicer sitter and would highly recommend her for your pet sitting needs.
Abi and David were FABULOUS pet sitters during our 5-day trip. They were devoted and fun dog walkers, park-goers and ball throwers. They communicated well and sent pictures. And when we got home, the house looked great, and the dogs looked calm. We would gladly have them. Sit for us again and highly recommend them.
Carolina was a fantastic Pet sitter. From the beginning, it was straightforward to communicate with her. She met us before we left our trip and ensured she understood all the house and pet logistics. Luna and Cal were very comfortable with her and were best friends with her fast. She was very affectionate with them, and Luna and Cal loved her and were very happy with her. Carolina was very responsive and sent updates. She was really lovely and easy to communicate with. She was very respectful of our space and very tidy. She even washed the sheets and towels she used even when she didn’t need to. She put a lot of care into caring for Luna and Cal, and they looked very comfortable with her. Having Carolina as a pet sitter made our trip very easy, knowing our pets were cared for so well. We would love to have her back to sit for us again and highly recommend her.
Angelica was a wonderful pet sitter for our dog Rosie! She was easy to communicate with before and during the sit (very responsive), and made time to do a walk through of our house/intro to Rosie prior to the sit. She was extremely reliable throughout the process, and left our house really neat. Rosie was happy when we got home! We'd be happy to have Angelica sit for us again and would recommend her to anyone!
5 stars? Minimum, seriously, Tyler exceeded our expectations and we are DEMANDING when it comes to caring for our 4 pups! Fortunate to meet Tyler in person about a month prior, instant rapport, and she was basically born surrounded by animals. Professional high energy, and enthusiastic love for animals! We asked Tyler "Why the heck would you drive 1.5 hours from Nashville to hang in our small town?" Tyler replied "Have had animals all my life, current Nashville location cannot, I need my animal fix!" Tyler arrived the evening prior to our departure, met our 4 dogs, the eldest is special needs with bad hips, the youngest a wild child 2 year old husky, and in the 15 years of having family or friends assist with our pup sitting, this is the most positive and enthusiastic our dogs have been to anyone outside our home. It was an instant love affair. Our dogs are so spoiled with mom & dad working from home, nearly 24/7 attachment, they typically become depressed, despondent, ornery, you name it, even if we go out for 2-3 hours. The 3 instances where we did an overnight trip or the like, they acted as if we had abandoned! When we came home after 3 nights away (was going to be 5 but business cut our first vacation in 10 years short), when we walked in the 4 of them looked up as if to say "Oh your home how nice" and were content as if we had never left. That is a FIRST in 15 years. Not only did Tyler provide us with updates, photos, messages, etc. she organized (we did not require nor ask) our complete chaos of a large kitchen drawers, pots pans, you name it, it was the most organized we have been in a LONG time. Our eldest handicapped Husky, usually has accidents in the house at least once a day. The youngest 2 year old loves to chew up the carpet, toys, bedding. Under Tyler's watch, no accident, no chewing, and total happiness from a new affectionate friend! This was our VERY FIRST Trusted House/Pet sitter foray, and Tyler far exceeded or expectations, and set a standard that will be difficult for others to follow. Allowing a total stranger to watch your beloved pets and home is a serious undertaking, and Trusted House/Pet provided us with a rock star. Family and friends alike joke how we are over the top with our dogs, and Tyler did not bat an eye, and provided a seamless transition of puppy affection and well being. This review may seem over the top to some, all I can say is this is 100% true to life, and other Home/Pet owners are welcome to reach out to us for further referral. Those who are able to work with Tyler depending on her work/travel schedule would be well served to invite her without hesitation. Tyler, THANK YOU for allowing us to enjoy a few nights for the first time in a decade! Dean & Diana Smith
Jennifer was great and I would highly recommend her. Right from the start, Jennifer was clear and helpful in her communication, and she was very available to us throughout the stay via messaging. She sent pics of our fur babies regularly - without asking - which always makes us happy when we're away. And the biggest compliment I can give: when we came home, our pets were relaxed and happy, and no hidden cat messes to be found (we've had this happen with previous sitters a lot). I would love to have Jennifer stay at our home again in future.
Laura was amazing with communication from the very beginning. She sent updates of photos and videos without even being told or asked to do so. She was watching our cat and treated her like her own. Laura was also very responsive when we were trying to find a sitter for our dates and answered any and all questions we had about her experience with pets and house sitting. I would recommend her to anyone! :) and hope we can have her house sit again for us.
Leo and Susi were wonderful pet sitters for our two cats. They were responsive, communicative, and gracious guests, and the I swear the house was cleaner when we got home than we left it. The cats were very contented. Any time we leave we will be checking in with them first. Such a pleasure to work with.
Absolutely Incredible.... I will not lie, I was hesitant because David did not have any pet sits before this one (gotta start somewhere) but because he did the background check I decided to contact him. We had a great phone conversation and the decision was made. He came to my house the night before I was leaving to learn all the ins and outs of taking care of my fur babies and then put himself up in a hotel for the night before the sit date. The next day he came over in the morning to learn a few more details before I left. I could not have chosen a better house sitter for my 2nd house sit . David communicated with me daily, sent pictures and we spoke via facetime. My little guy was feeling sick when David started and with diligence, love and kindness he was able to get my little guy eating again and feeling better. I would invite David back into my home over and over again but I am pretty sure he is going to be in high demand. Thank you David for everything!
For our first experience with a house sitter, Jim and Julie have set the bar high. We felt totally confident that any issues would be dealt with, fortunately there were none. They were outstanding house and pet sitters whom we would wholeheartedly recommend to anyone. They took exceptional care of our house full of pets from 2 large dogs, 3 cats, snake, gecko, fish tank and a koi pond. They provided updates daily, were very easy to communicate with and the house was just as clean as when we left it, with the addition of a nice welcome home gift. We knew our pets were in good hands. Thank you for everything. Melissa and Kyle
What do most pet sitters charge per day in Kerrykeel, Ireland?
From to for the cat sitting and from $50 to $150 for the dog, additional rates include from 50% to 100% per additional pet, cheap rates are 40$ for the cat sitting and $120 for the dog sitting. On Zeewoi you can find a pet sitter who will not charge you anything for keeping your pets at home.
Do pet sitters come to your house?
Yes, you can find a home pet sitter to stay in your house with your pet overnight and provide 24/7 care for your pets. You can include in your listing time the advisable timeframe that the pet sitter should adhere to and not leave your pet alone in the house. Usually, it's not to leave the pet alone for more than 4 hours.
How often should a pet sitter visit?
The pet sitter for the cat should visit at least once a day. For the dogs, the pet sitter should visit at least three times per day, the best solution is if the sitter stays overnight and watches your pets all the time.
How to find a trustworthy pet sitter in Kerrykeel, Ireland ?
Look at the pet sitter with a high rating, and many previous bookings with good reviews, ask the sitter to make a meet and meet before confirming the booking online or in-person, and reach out to the pet owners where the sitter stayed before asking about reference.
What are the red flags in a pet sitter?
Common red flags in pet sitters are bad reviews from previous pet owners, a high cancellation rate after approval, a sitter who doesn't have a background check, a sitter who refuses to meet and greet in person or online, and a sitter who wants to make bookings outside of the platform.
Is it safe to hire a pet sitter?
Yes, it is safe to hire a pet sitter it's still advisable to see if the sitter has a background check, good reviews, and past bookings and make a meet and greet before confirmation in this way you can reduce risk to the minimum.
Do pet sitters stay all day?
Yes, pet sitters stay all day in your house and also they stay overnight, the sitter can leave your home for up to 4 hours or for a different time that you can discuss during the meet and greet.
My Golden Pup Rose was very well taken care of while I was on holiday. She came back home the same happy dog as I left her. It was her first time boarding and she settled very well due to the excellent care provided for her. I got some nice updates about how she was getting on while I was away. Here's a screenshot from a video of her there, she looked so happy and her usual self. Recommend this service, and we will be back! Thank you.
My border collie always has a great experience here. The dog runs are always immaculate and they have plenty of space inside and outside to relax, plus walks and play time in the big garden! Swillyvalley are fortunately strict about having up to date vaccinations and boosters, plus the guests are boarded and entertained separately (unless they are from the same family and you want them to stick together) so my dog has never once come home ill. Lesley also sends video and message updates regularly, so you can have peace of mind while your best buddy is staying there. My dog loves to go and stay with her bestie Lesley and jumps out of the car to greet her as soon as we arrive for drop off!
I called Lesley in an absolute panic literally on the day I needed to board my two kitties, as the place I had originally booked let me down horribly. I was upset and shaken up and freaking out that I wouldn't find a place for my cats to stay before I had to fly out to the US the following morning. Lesley and her mother were so kind to me, helped me calm down, and worked very last minute to find a place for my two to stay. While I was away, Lesley gave me updates on how Gandalf and Dolly were doing and she sent me videos of each of them getting pets and eating their yummy food. it allowed me to relax and enjoy my vacation without worrying that my kitties were in distress. I will 100% be going to Lesley again when I need someone to look after my babies. I honestly can't thank her enough for being so warm and accomodating. Highly, highly recommend! ❤️
Unfortunately after much consideration I feel I must leave this review. The after effects of my experience with SV are taking its toll on my sleep. My dog stayed here 1 night & a month later when I took him back, his paws were bleeding raw from scratching to get out of the enclosure. He couldn’t be walked for a week. The anxiety my dog has since 1 night in SwillyValley is upsetting. My dog is almost 2 & since his night here, refuses to sleep in his bedroom. He scratches & howls - he didn’t before. He has been riddled with anxiety since.. very vocal, crying, pining, nervous & v. needy. I’ve had to pay for medication to settle him. I regret not following my gut. When I asked to see where the dogs sleep I was refused, with some feeble excuse. You get what you pay for here. The enclosures are dirty & the water had hair in it. When my little one got home he was so parched he drank a full bowl in one go! Also, my dog growled at the woman which he has never done to anyone before. When collecting my pet, which is a few hundred yards away from a busy junction & industrial estate.. I was able to walk straight through the property & open his enclosure and take him. Good Luck. Update* Make no mistake, having used these kennels TWICE… just around the corner from the Letterkenny/Derry roundabout at Bridgend.. I’m 100% confident this is all correct. And I was able to walk straight through & collect my dog. Granted, the worker was in another kennel at the time & saw me as I waited in the garage to pay her. . . I’m assuming you aren’t able to self reflect & accept constructive criticism & I’m embarrassed for you in the way that you have responded. Folks… avoid!
Dogs always leave the kennels in wonderful condition and with a wagging tail, excited to see their owners. Each dog is seen as an individual and taken care of to the highest standard. Swillyvalley also have a cattery, my dog and cat have been at the kennels many times and they are always happy and content.
Discriminates against certain breeds without spending any time with them very judgemental although small dogs in her care were at the gate acting aggressively and felt intimidated for my own dogs.I would recommend a place where all dogs welcome and a loving enviroment for your babies
Discriminate against certain breeds and are very defensive if you leave a review they don't like.... They even tell people they must be talking about the wrong place when the get a bad review..... I messaged them b4 and after they sent me a rant they then blocked me. Iv heard not so great stories so I'm glad I didn't use them now.
My cat Bella has had many a holiday with Lesley at swillyvalley. Great facilities very welcoming.
My dog loves coming here he literally runs to his kennel when we leave him for his holidays. Mary and Lesley are great and I can relax and enjoy my breaks away knowing he is in safe hands.