Pet Sitters in Bacup

Vicky

Vicky has proved to be 110% in all ways. Ben loved her and she looked after the house and garden better than we do. In particular she went well out of her way coping and dealing with the loss of a bag of mine in Romania that contained all my important cards etc; dealing with various bodies with tact and perseverance. She arranged the collection and forwarding through DHL my replacement driving licence speedily to allow me to drive in Australia. Furthermore she is such a nice person, the neighboursn loved her as did the dog. I would like to think we have made a friend.

Beth & Syd

We had a dilemma …. We wanted to go to a family reunion over 200 miles away that required an overnight stay and taking our pets wasn’t an option. We have a 14-year-old cocker spaniel who is deaf and only has one eye with limited vision, and we really wanted her to stay in familiar surroundings, along with the (almost) three-year-old golden retriever and the two cats. We couldn’t find friends available to cover us, so we turned to zeewoi. We looked for someone local as it was just for one night, and we are so glad we did! We read the bio for Beth and Syd and immediately felt a connection. We sent a message and to our delight Beth responded and indicated they could be available for the Saturday night and Sunday day. We arranged to meet and despite their busy work schedules, they found the time to come over and meet the gang, and upon meeting them our initial positive feelings were confirmed. They are such a lovely, interesting young couple, mature in outlook, fun and entertaining with a background in pets and animal welfare that gave us the confidence to know we had struck gold and were very lucky to have found them. They were totally unfazed with the medical needs of the spaniel and took great delight in the friendly nature of the retriever. The cats were given equal attention. They absorbed masses of information thrown at them regarding eating routines, feeding routines, looking after the property etc and after a short while we felt like we had known them for ages! They arrived on the Saturday morning at the time we had agreed. We left them with lists and pages of info and a feeling of complete trust and confidence and they did not disappoint us. Although it was only one night, upon our return the house and pets were exactly as we left them! They coped fantastically well with the aging spaniel who is very set in her ways, and the exuberant retriever who can require you to have eyes in the back of your head at times, and the two cats who do things on their terms only! In such a short time we have made two new friends and we now have them on speed dial should we ever need sitters in the future. And if we do, we would have no hesitation in calling Beth and Syd. We wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for animal and/or house sitters, wherever you may live!

Alison

Alison and Adrian were wonderful Housesitters From start to finish communication was great with regular updates and photos of Molly our cat which was very reassuring On our return our home was spotlessly clean and tidy and our cat very contented They had even gone the extra mile in getting us in some provisions and some lovely flowers Unfortunately due to our travel commitments we were unable to meet them in person but we have no hesitation in recommending them and only hope they’ll come to visit us again in the future

Judith

I was delighted when Judith was able to come and look after Maxi for me once again when I went away for the weekend. She has been my house sitter several times before and she and Maxi get on very well. As usual, I came back to a clean, tidy house and a happy cat. Communication is always good and we have a video call to check up on timings and any little details before she comes and we exchange messages during the sit. I am very happy to recommend Judith as an excellent house/cat sitter.

Natalie

Natalie was great right from the beginning, keeping in touch and reassuring me she was still available to sit (I have had some people cancel at short notice which is pretty stressful!). She asked lots of questions about Libby (my cat) before she arrived and obviously cares. Once Natalie arrived she settled in really well, finding out how everything works in the house and asking about things I forgot to mention! When I was away Libby took poorly, going off her food and getting a small cut in her ear. These are things that have happened previously but Natalie was absolutely amazing. She took her to the vets, corresponded with my friends and myself to ask advice, and most importantly noticed the changes in behavior really quickly. I'd definitely have Natalie take care of Libby again, she's caring, lovely and on top of that my house was super tidy when I got home! Thanks Natalie 😊

Mike

This was the second time that Mike had housesat for us. We had organised beforehand that he would arrive mid morning and we were confident leaving the house before his arrival that he would arrive at the stated time. He sent updates of his journey and a photo of Cadi and him was quickly sent once he had got settled. He is 100% reliable and I knew that Cadi was in good hands as they had got on so well previously. Cadi was very well walked and entertained by Mike and they went on long walks together, ensuring Cadi was getting lots of exercise. Mike left just before we arrived home as arranged and we came back to a happy sleepy dog and a clean and tidy house. The little jobs we had asked Mike to do were all completed and it was nice to get home to find everything in such good order. I cannot recommend Mike highly enough, he is very friendly and warm and a good communicator. I'm hoping he will sit for us again!

Talia

Talia and Jordan took great care of Vinny, and he took to them very quickly. They took good care of the house, and kept in touch throughout the stay. We would definitely recommend them for future sits.

REGIANA

It is clear that Regiana loves dogs, Leo settled with her quickly. I got regular photos and her communication was good. I'm really happy with her stay, thank you Regiana! ☺

Janine

Janine was fantastic. Organised, reliable and caring, she kept in touch with photos and messages everyday. The house was immaculate on our return. Janine took great care of our dog and cat, keeping to their routines, and making sure our dog had plenty of walks. She is a gem, and we will definitely ask her to sit for us again. A five star sitter.

Will

Taylah was a great sitter. Everything was very tidy when we got home and the dogs were happy and relaxed. She sent me updates and photos every few days. I’d highly recommend her 🙂

Jill

This was Jill and Jo's second visit and once again we were delighted with their communication, their care of Lucky, and our home. Would recommend them.

deborah

It was a pleasure to have Deborah look after my messy cats though we did not meet in person. Peace of mind .

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christine

I had a great time sitting for the adorable Polly in Kew. Christine is a very nice lady and provided a guide with everything I needed. She was always available via WhatsApp if ever I needed something during the stay. 
Would definitely recommend if you like cuddles and walks along the river front; Polly would stay out for hours if she could! :)

Ashley

This was a great stay! The house is in a great location and is very comfortable. Ashley's beautiful pets made the experience very lovely. The cats are very friendly and easy going. Sherlock loves a walk and attention and is a very well behaved dog. I had no issues with the pets at all and had a very relaxing time. Ashley is very easy going and communicated very well from beginning to end. Everything was very clear and she was a lovely person to deal with. Thanks for allowing me to take care of your beautiful pets :)

Olivia

We had the best time with sweet Bean. I was so sad to leave him, we had really fallen in love over our 10 day sit. Bean is the perfect definition of a kitty, a little bit naughty, so cute, so sweet, and really smart. Olivia obviously cares about Bean's overall health, providing him with several difference enrichment and hunting games and quality food. Her apartment is in an amazing location and it very nice. One thing to note is the bed is a full size bed it was a bit tough for two big and tall adults but we made it work and Bean's snuggles made it even better. We would sit for him again in a heartbeat!

Mary

Lovely house, quiet street, beautiful family and gorgeous, playful, loving little kitty, Willow. Loved my time at Mary's home with lots of play time and cuddles with Willow. Willow is so adorable and such a gentle little mischievous kitten. Although she would wrap around one of my legs now and again I didn't mind at all as it was never with her claws out. This family were also very welcoming, understanding of my disability, so kind and thoughtful. Thank you. I look forward to pet sitting for you in future <3

Natalia

Mochi is soooo cute! I took care of her for 3 days and I loved spending time with her! We slept together and it was so cute! 😊 the apartment is so comfortable and good situated and Naralie is so kind ❤️!

sarah

Leo and myself had a fantastic time at Sarah's house. Sarah communicates well and left very clear instructions for everything. Sarah's house is in the middle of some fantastic walks with everything you could need, shops a few miles away and a large town nearby. If you were to be there in warmer months the garden would come into its own with views across farm land. You definitely need to drive to get the most from a stay as there are so many lovely places to explore nearby. The house itself is very comfortable with generous guest room, good cooking facilities and free eggs!
Lewa, Bacon and the ladies were a delight to look after and as our first house sit through Trusted Housesitters we definitely were spoilt. Both dogs are impeccably behaved with trusting, sunny personalities and we will both miss them very much. The ladies (hens) were no problem at all as they put themselves to bed it was just a case of food, opening and closing up for them.
We took Lewa and Bacon on one long walk per day with a shorter walk first thing before breakfast. Even though Bacon is young she kept pace with Lewa all the way and thoroughly enjoyed everything - well apart from the sea. Lewa on the other hand turned into a puppy the minute we got to the beach and did not want to leave. I am sure Bacon will come to love the sea when the weather is warmer as it was end of December. There were some particularly stunning walks across the common not far from the house with wonderful views over the downs. Lewa is extremely well trained returning on call and walking to heel when told - always on the left. Bacon is still learning as she is young but for a puppy is extraordinary - and this was mentioned by everyone that met her. They both loved being stoked and petted with Bacon enjoying cuddles. Feeding and routines were easy to follow and allowed us time to do other things.
I had to work part of the time we were there and the internet connection was great. It was a wonderful treat to sit at the kitchen table working and be able to watch the pair of greater spotted woodpeckers feeding. I also saw a nuthatch for the first time. It has inspired me to get a bird book and learn more about our native small birds. We saw lots of buzzards, kites, hawks, rabbits and deer. If you enjoy wildlife you cannot miss it here.
Sarah made us feel extremely welcome, made sure we had all we needed and we would go back in a heartbeat. Anyone whom gets the chance to look after Lewa and Bacon is very lucky.

Pet Sitting FAQs

What do most pet sitters charge per day in Bacup, United Kingdom?

From to for the cat sitting and from 19.9950 to 19.99150 for the dog, additional rates include from 50% to 100% per additional pet, cheap rates are 19.9940 for the cat sitting and 19.99 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 Bacup, United Kingdom ?

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.