Cat Sitters in Calavo Gardens, CA

Kinkani & Dean

Kinkani and Dean took care for our 2 cats, our few small fishes and our house. They arrived a few hours before we had to leave. As we had guests until the day before we were still packing up the bags. We went all together to a restaurant at lunchtime so we could enjoy their company and explain somemore things. We regret that they already left the house early in the morning on the day before we returned. Our house was clean, the animals were in good condition and happy to see us again.

Barbie

Barbie was a fantastic house and dog sitter for us! She sent us a few photos of our dog throughout the trip, communicated effectively, replaced things she used, and even threw the linens in the wash for us before we came back. Super conscientious and we hope to have her sit for us again soon!

Calla

Mario and Calla are amazing pet lovers! They sent photos and took Bailey for walks. Bailey is an old dog and needed medicine, and tender loving care. She was well cared for.

Tiffany

Tiffany was a delight, it was obvious she had a deep love of all animals. My menagerie of dog, cats, horse and cows were all well taken care of and happy. We would welcome her back to housesit in a heartbeat.

Clare

We really can't say enough great things about Clare. She was absolutely perfect! Clare is a great communicator, sending daily updates on Chuck, our small Havanese mix. We could tell from her photos and short video that he was happy and comfortable with her. We returned home to a very happy dog and a spotless house. We couldn't wish for anything more and can't wait to have her back. Tim and Jane

Aurore

When we got home it looked as though no one had been there as it was so clean and tidy! The dogs seemed very happy and I could tell they had been well looked after.

Heather

Heather & Tracy were awesome pet & house sitters! Super reliable, communication was great, our house was just how we left it and our dogs were very happy when we got home - obviously well taken cared for ♡. We would 100% recommend them and would love to have them pet/house sit again for us in the future!

Mary B

Mary B and Dave took amazing care of Rio & Tokyo while I was away. They stayed for 5 nights and my cats took an immediate liking to them both. They were sat curled up on their lap and perching on their shoulders in under 24h! I appreciated their attention to detail and how they were very attentive to my cats. They also kept my apartment in pristine condition and were the perfect guests. I can whole heartedly recommend them as sitters and would definitely have them back to sit in the future if they return to Europe! Thanks for a great first sit experience!

Lexi

Lexi’s communication leading up to and during the sit was great. She left the house very tidy and followed all instructions for Winston. She asked questions to clarify things about the house and Winston as and when they cropped up. Thank you for sitting Winston!

Caitlin

Caitlin was a PHENOMENAL pet/housesitter. I felt very comfortable with her during our initial video meeting and she was kind enough to do a walk-through of the Welcome Guide a week prior to the sit. She was communicative, punctual, friendly, warm, and a fast learner! We have a smart-home so there was a lot to go through, but Caitlin managed everything on her own during the sit. I could tell immediately that she is a true dog-lover - she greeted my dogs with excitement and warmth, immediately sitting on the ground to engage with them. My boy dog, Brooklyn, was SMILING at her as she pet him - something I've NEVER seen him do!!! She was great with communication during the sit, sending pics and videos and updates/questions as needed. She followed instructions perfectly (Kali has a lot of meds and feedings) and we felt so comfortable enjoying our vacation, knowing our dogs were in extremely capable (and loving) hands. She left our house SPOTLESS, a great feeling to come home to after a long flight. THANK YOU, Caitlin! Brooklyn and Kali miss you already!

Isabella

We felt very comfortable with our pets and home in her hands.

Isabel

Isabel (Izzy) was a really great sitter. Our older dog had a health problem after the first week of her sit, and she was super timely about letting us know and asking how she could help. Within a few hours, we were able to get our dog to the vet for an evaluation with Isabel's help. Then, once our dog was home she gave us regular updates to let us know he was doing better. We are so grateful for her attentiveness while we were gone and we'd give her our strong endorsement to other hosts!

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Gina

Kelly house sat for us for 1 week while we visited our daughter in QLD and I couldn’t recommend her more highly!
We have 2 elderly cats, Azzy who has a very sensitive stomach and Willie who was recently diagnosed with diabetes so is on twice daily insulin injections and a very strict routine of diet & meds. Kelly took it all in her stride & being a human nurse we felt very confident they were both in safe hands. We came home to 2 very happy, contented & healthy cats who were not stressed at all.
Kelly was very clear, prompt & helpful with all of her communication & updates without bombarding us while we were away & she clearly takes her duty of care very seriously. 
Our home was left spotlessly clean, linen & towels washed, mail collected & my treasured outdoor & indoor pot plants were very well cared for during a very hot week. Kelly even left fresh milk, Tim-Tams and a beautiful Birdsnest Kokedame plant for us, such a kind, thoughtful lady🥰
We would highly recommend Kelly to anyone looking for an exceptional 5 ⭐️ Zeewoi !

Chelsea

Susan and Ken are wonderful people, obvious cat lovers and ideal housesitters! We were very comfortable leaving our home and our three girls in their more than capable hands. We returned from a weekend away to a house that was in better shape than the one we left and cats that hadn't even noticed we were gone. In fact, they are still missing Ken and Susan! 

These two lovely people are in the top 1% of housesitters for sure. If they are applying to sit for you, snap them up right away :)

Cat Sitting FAQs

Is it better to board cats or leave at home?

Veterinarians advising to leave cats at home with a pet sitter who will stay overnight in your home, boarding is not recommended for cats as they are stressed in a new environment, you can find a sitter who will care for your cats and home overnight at Sittsy.

How much should you pay someone to watch your cat?

At least 29.99 per visit, $28/week per overnight watching in your home, otherwise you can find a free sitter at Sittsy.

What do people do with their cats when they go on vacation?

Inviting a cat sitter to your home, boarding the cat with a local business, asking a friend, family or neighbour to feed and check the well-being. The most efficient way to leave your cat during your vacation is with Sittsy cat sitters overnight, in this way, you will save cat sitting costs and make vacation not only for you but also for your cat sitter!