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Pares was so nice and easy going, We didn’t meet in person but had a lovely video chat.She kept me very well updated on the cats and sent me photos.Pares is someone i would like to know in the future and somehow see us having a lot in common. I wish her all the best!!
Lovveeeedd it! Silas and Justin were direct, organized, accommodating and accessible if needed. Really made for a smooth sit! The house was very clean and welcoming upon arrival. Really nice neighborhood, a suburb but not far from things you could need. Lady is slow to warm but once I earned her trust she was just as sweet as can be. She’s a smart cat who mostly stays in her own space but will come around for pets and cuddles every once in a while which I enjoyed. We became the best of buds❤️ I appreciate them, would recommend and would sit again!
This was our first THS sit and it was AWESOME! Amy made us feel so welcome! Upon arrival we were greeted by Stella who was very friendly and adorable. Amy left a bottle of wine and a gift card for groceries. So sweet and thoughtful!! She also provided disposable masks and sanitizing wipes to carry with us while we were out adventuring. I had mentioned the possibility of going fishing and they thoughtfully set out fishing poles a net and a cooler on the back deck. Unfortunately the weather and mosquitos had other plans for us. Stella is the sweetest! She really enjoys cuddles and sleeping with her blankey is probably her favorite thing to do. Her least favorite things are thunderstorms, the vacuum, and the greyhound that lives in the neighborhood. I swear she can sense a storm coming 2 hours prior to its arrival and knows if the greyhound is out for a walk prior to her paws hitting the front porch🤣. We tried to take Stella for walks in between storms but she wouldn’t leave the driveway. She did indicate that she’d rather go for car rides instead, so that’s what we did. She loved her daily car rides! Stella was so easy to care for! We were so sad when it was time to leave! We would come back to care for Stella in a heartbeat! ❤️🐾🐶
This was an epic place to pet sit for both really cool Dogs, kitty & bunny. My hosts were welcoming and easy to communicate with. Great sit all around.
This was just a one night sit, but the pups were so cute and well behaved. Brooke left detailed instructions and the condo was really nice. Great experience overall.
My sit with Spider was beyond lovely! She is the cutest little thing with the biggest personality. You don't have to worry about not knowing the area because Spider will lead the way during walks and show you around her stomping ground. There is a beautiful park right behind Sam's House which was lovely for sunbathing with Spider and taking her for a big stroll. Sam's home is beautiful, and has a cosy feel with a gorgeous garden for sitting outside and getting some sun whilst you have your breakfast or reading a book. Sam's communication was great throughout and I felt so welcome in her home. Spider and I really became close during my week's stay and I will be missing her very much and anyone would be lucky to get the chance to meet her. Thanks again Sam and really look forward to returning one day hopefully!
Laina's home in Beacon is lovely and in a great location. The dogs—Brutus and Otto—are very sweet but a bit of a handful. Brutus is still young and being trained, and he jumps a lot and also occasionally nips your hand when you try to put on his leash. Otto is older and trained but was very anxious during my stay—it was clear he really missed his owners. Both of the dogs pull on their leashes. I slept on a futon downstairs, which was fine for a solo house sitter, but it wouldn't work for two people or anyone taller than 5'6". Laina was great at communication and answered my texts promptly. Again, the dogs are super sweet, but I would only recommend this sit for people who are well-versed in caring for high-energy, high-need dogs.
What do most pet sitters charge per day in Bodega, California?
From $30/week to $159/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 Bodega, California ?
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.
I recently had my dog Bailey at Starr Pet Resort while I was on an extended 17 days vacation. She had never been in a kennel before and suffers from anxiety. Jim and Sandy are amazing! They took such good care of Bailey. They don’t just cover the basics when caring for your pet, they go to great lengths to understand your pet so your pet will have the best possible experience. Thank you so much Jim for making Bailey feel a part of your family! Rodney
Board at Your Own Risk. No Liabilities, No Insurance and the Owner May Have You Arrested. On June 17, 2017, the next to last day of boarding my Belgian Malinois puppy, Starr Pet Resort left a message on a phone number that I specifically had told them not to use informing me that my dog’s leg had been injured. I was able to retrieve the message and come back a day early to pick my dog up at the hospital where she had been left. I was told that depending on treatment, the bill would be between $2,000 and $4,000. Jim Brock, owner of Starr Pet Resort, initially refused to pay any portion of the bill saying it was just an accident, although he had only given vague, conflicting explanations as to what happened. He also threatened both my girlfriend and I that this was a criminal matter and he was reporting it to the sheriff to have me arrested if I did not pay for his week of boarding immediately by providing him with my credit card information. He also refused to release my dog’s collar, tags and leash left at Starr Pet Resort. Jim had presented me with a contract for signature when I dropped of my dog on June 9, 2017. He stated that it was an “authorization to get medical care if needed”. In reality it was a liability waiver which states that Starr Pet Resort is not liable for anything that happens to your pet, and if they are found liable, it is only for a maximum of $500, or the value of the pet, whichever is LESS. None of these waivers are mentioned on the company’s website, nor was I advised of them prior to drop off even though I had visited the kennel in person and made a reservation over a month before boarding. I made at least five written requests for information regarding the injury. These requests included video records as they advertise they have 24 hour surveillance, a written statement from the person with my dog when the injury occurred and the name of their insurance provider. These requests were all ignored. I did receive an offer for a maximum of $2,000 from Starr Pet Resort on June 20, 2017. The offer may, or may not have covered my dog’s medical bills, but I did not know as it was very early in her treatment. The offer included a condition that I never say anything that they considered false or defamatory or pay damages in the amount of $5,000 for each violation. They broke my dog’s leg and then threatened to have me arrested. I could not agree to these terms. Despite several written requests, I never heard from Starr Pet Resorts after June 20, 2017, until I saw them in Small Claims’ Court on September 11, 2017. The only additional evidence they brought was a note from the girl who was playing with my dog when the supposed accident occurred. It was dated almost three months after the incident even though I had requested this back in June. It also turns out that their insurance does not cover pets. They are a kennel. What does their insurance cover?
These folks kept my best friend safe, active and happy during a two week business trip. The kennel facility is exceptionally clean. A pleasant surprise was the fact that it is climate controlled. Most importantly though; Jim and Sandy are dog people. They very clearly care about their guests and take care of their guests. Strongly recommended Update six months later: Sudden business trip abroad for four weeks: Same great facility. Same great service. Same great people.
We have been staying with Starr Pet for 2+ years and we love them so much! My Frenchie Ernestine loves it from the moment she arrives to see Uncle Jim and Sandi to her private nature walks (an optional add on she loves). The team is very attentive to Ernie, great at communicating updates and sharing pics. They are very professional, organized and treat Ernestine like family. I highly recommend Starr Pet and their amazing family/team. Thanks for taking such great care of Ernestine.
We left our 2 fur babies here when we went out of state for a graduation. They were there roughly 6 days and they had a blast! I got photos texted to me daily and some cool videos. It was comforting knowing our babies were so well taken care of. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking to board your four legged kids. Thank you Starr Pet Resort!
Our cat loves staying at Starr Pet Resort when we are away from home. Jim and Sandy take very good care of her when she stays with them. Her room at the pet resort is always clean and comfortable. The whole cat area of the resort is immaculate and the pet owners are welcome to come in and see where their pet is staying as well as see the entire cat area. Both Jim and Sandy are well aware of each animal's condition throughout their stay and monitor each pet often. They treat each pet as an individual and get to know their personalities. We recommend Starr Pet Resort for pet owners whenever their pet needs to stay away from home. We feel confident that any issues that arise during our absence will be addressed and our pet will be safe and well taken care of.
I have a rescue dog who is anxious around new people and other animals. He was nervous at drop off, but in such high spirits after leaving Starr pet resort. They made him comfortable and he had a good time. Very reasonable price, and I really appreciated the one on one attention he received. Thank you Sandi & Jim
Our two English Bulldogs Love coming to Starr Pet Resort its always a treat for them. We started bringing both of our bulldogs when they were small puppies and they visit now on a monthly basis. El Guapo our largest Bulldog 3 years cannot wait to get out of the car to stay at the resort and now our newest addition bulldog puppy 6 months also loves coming to the resort. The facility is extremely clean and welcoming. Jim, Sandy and the staff are great and we wouldn't take our two Bulldog family members anywhere else, Thanks Starr Pet Resort!
We regularly take our two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels to the Starr Pet Resort. They love going there and are always happy to see the resort owners on arrival. The owners, Jim and Sandi, know the dogs by name, greet them warmly and take very good care of them. We recommend Starr Pet Resort very highly. Cheryl and John
Starr was wonderful with our dog Penny. We dropped her off with them for the first time we'd left overnight, and it was completely seamless. They sent over few photos during her stay to make sure we knew she was having a great time. We had a great experience; we'll be bringing Penny back to Starr in a couple weeks
