Pet Sitters in Alachua, FL

Courtney

Courtney did a great job taking care of my 2 dogs and horse. She even helped take care of some other horses on my property that belonged to someone else. My house was very clean when I returned home and she left me a lovely gift too. She sent me pictures and videos while I was away. I would not hesitate to use her again and would recommend her to anyone. She was very easy to get along with. I felt very comfortable leaving my animals in her care. My dogs were very comfortable around her too before I even left.

nicole

Nicole was a great housesitter and pet care provider. The house looked cleaner when we came back from our trip then before we left. They washed their own sheets and even folded and put away towels. I couldn’t believe it. They were great with our two doggies as well. They kept us updated with them and sent some pictures too.

Janet & Bob

Janet and Bob were great to our pups and our home! They were our first sitters so we weren’t really sure what we were getting into, but they made it an awesome experience! They are coming back to stay with our dogs again in August. Definitely trust them with your fur babies!! 🐾🐶

Victoria

Victoria was so tidy I couldn't tell she was even there. Her natural instinct with birds was fantastic. Pretty went right to her when she arrived. She wasn't as interactive as Pretty prefers but after all she is a very spoiled bird.

Maria

Maria was very organized and communicative. She sent regular pics and pupdates and left the home very clean. Would welcome her back anytime!

Sara

Sara was great. Highly recommend!

Lori

Lori and Dan were great housesitters - they were easy to communicate with and quickly answered questions I had while I was gone. I actually took Archie with me, they were there just to help with the house The house was in great shape when I got home Happy to recommend them to you

Daria

Daria And Alex were perfect guests! They were very flexible and quick to respond when necessary. They took great care of mango as well. Even when she seemed to have had an upset tummy, they weren’t phased, but communicated everything clearly. They left the house in perfect condition, and mango was in excellent spirits when I got home! I would definitely use them again.

Katherine W

Kate and Kelley were the perfect sitters. They looked after Barley very lovingly and he seemed very happy when we got home. Our house was extremely neat and clean and we were welcomed back with beautiful flowers and a delicious vegan meal. A lovely and very interesting couple - it was so nice to be able to have time to chat and get to know them. We are confident to recommend them to other pet/ home owners. Kate is amazingly well organised!

Greta

Greta was awesome. To begin with, she had to drive from Florida to our house in NC through Hurricane Debby to get to us for her start date. That made quite a first impression of her capabilities! Greta bonded with Callie quite quickly and vice versa. Our neighbors commented on how regularly Greta walked Callie twice daily. Our house was spotless when we returned and all of the indoor and outdoor plants looked great after being gone for 5 weeks. I can't say enough good things about Greta and would certainly have her pet sit for us again.

Marina & Joe

Marina was great my big for baby Lykan. He jumped on her immediately and licked her face clean. I got pictures and videos from that always put me at ease. She is definitely a dog lover and was very affectionate with my big boy. I would highly recommend her to take care of your pets.

Abhaya

Abhaya was an exceptional pet sitter for my cat Athena. She is experienced, friendly, and a great communicator. Abhaya sent pictures and updates every day and it was evident she played and cuddled with Athena. When I returned it was evident that Athena was very emotionally and physically well cared for. Abhaya left the house clean, tidy and in perfect shape. I will definitely use Abhaya every time she is available when I travel. Abhaya is a trustworthy pet-sitter and a very kind person. I recommend her most highly.

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Els

I spent a long weekend with Astra, Tommy and Vito and had a wonderful and relaxing time in Els' beautiful home. She is a great host and made me feel really welcome. 
The area is very quiet and green. There are some supermarkets by the station and there are plenty of cafes, pubs and takeouts on the high street. With only 3 stops to Waterloo, one is in central London in no time. 
Astra is very gentle and so sweet. Despite her horrible story she is very trusting and she immediately welcomed belly rubs and being fussed over on my arrival. On our walks she has taken me round the area to show me all the local sights. In the mornings we would be out for one or two hours and she could have gone on even longer.. She is very good on the lead but occasionally will take breaks to sit or lie down when it gets too much for her. 
Tommy and Vito are quite independent but did join me on the sofa in the evening or in bed at night. 
I had a wonderful stay and would comeback given the opportunity.

Pet Sitting FAQs

What do most pet sitters charge per day in Alachua, Florida?

From $28/week to $75/week for the cat sitting and from 29.9950 to 29.99150 for the dog, additional rates include from 50% to 100% per additional pet, cheap rates are 29.9940 for the cat sitting and 29.99 for the dog sitting. On Sittsy 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 Alachua, Florida ?

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.