Annie sat for our cat, Tuna, over a long weekend. She was extremely kind and self-sufficient. When we arrived home, Tuna was relaxed and happy and our apartment was as clean and tidy as we had left it. Annie would be welcome to sit for us again any time, we'd highly recommend her.
I could not have asked for a better first experience with zeewoi! Jordan and Nataki were great at communicating from the very start, and they sent me pictures and updates every day. I didn’t have to worry for a moment that my cat Anya was feeling lonely because I could tell she warmed up right away, even though she’s usually quite shy! They also went above and beyond making sure my apartment was tidy for when I got home. So grateful and would definitely be honored for them to sit for me again any time!
Francesco has been taking care of my furry babies and my place while I'm away for well over a year now, and I couldn't appreciate him more. He is a joy to communicate with, and the most reliable person one could hope for. Being able to count on him while I'm traveling makes a world of difference, because I know I don't need to worry about anything while I'm away. Benny and Zumba love him and are very well taken care of. I know because I come home to two very relaxed and happy kitties. I am super grateful to have found Francesco!
Hannah and Joseph were so kind, so communicative, and clean! Kevin seemed so happy in all the photos they sent. Not only did they wash my sheets and towels they used (without my requesting it, simply out of the kindness of their hearts), they ALSO then put my fresh sheets on the bed! 🥹❤️ Such incredible sitters. 10 stars!
Misti was wonderful! She was able to come by before I left town to meet my dog, Grace, which I really appreciated. She sent daily pics or videos and made sure that Grace got tons of snuggle time, which is a major requirement to keep my dog happy :) Cats and skateboards are evil enemies to Grace and it sounds like Misti experienced both and handled it flawlessly! Misti was a great communicator, left everything tidy for me when I got home and Grace was super mellow and relaxed, which tells me she got all the care she needed while I was gone. I highly recommend Misti - I'll definitely be asking her to sit again!
Lilly and Thomas stayed at our house and cared for our dogs for a month. I think they took the dogs to the beach nearly every day. Seeing pictures of our dogs on the beach made our time away from them feel so much better. Our house was immaculate when we returned, and we felt so fortunate to have such kind and loving people step in for us in our absence. Anyone would be super lucky to have them in their home.
Gwynn was wonderful! She was super communicative, flexible to come to our house beforehand to get oriented, and attentive to details. She connected with our pup, Scout, immediately and we felt so assured that he would be well cared for with her. We hope Gwynn can come stay again another time!
I was thrilled to have Courtenay as our sitter. We had a few last minute changes and she was very accommodating. She is a very pleasant, well spoken person who bonded very quickly with our dog, Pepe. We were in Europe and Courtenay keep us we’ll informed via internet, pictures and all. We came home to a clean house, a happy pet and a delicious pie she left for us in the refrigerator. You would be very pleased to have her as your sitter. Lucy Hottle
Wendy was great, she kept us updated on the dogs and all the fun she had hiking with them on the mountain. I returned home to a very tidy house. My dogs just loved her. I will definitely have Wendy sit for me again and would be very lucky to have her do a sit for you.
Julian and Susan were amazing, we came home to happy healthy creatures and a clean, tidy home and yard. They communicated with us during our vacation, both about anything unusual and just to let us know when things were going well (as they were the majority of the time). They are very adaptable and capable people, I highly recommend them for your home and pet needs.
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Seàn was an amazing pet and house sitter! He was super communicative and took amazing care of my dog Nala and cat Bruce. They were happy and loved while I was away- I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter for the two little fur babies! He sent great pictures and checked in every day so I had nothing to worry about. On top of all that, he also kept my place immaculately clean and left my place in wonderful shape. We can’t wait to have him back to sit and I would highly recommend him to anyone and everyone looking for a sitter!
I am struggling with naming our top adjective to describe Michael and Jeanne. "Conscientious" will likely be it but then again, "personable," "reliable," "organised," and "animal-loving" are top contenders. If you are reading this review and contemplating inviting this couple to watch your pets, then look no further. We have had a number of excellent house sitters but this pair was next level in terms of the love they showed our cats, Maxx and Nala. When we came back, we could our animals already missed them. These cats, who have never slept with anyone other than us, were getting in bed with them each night -- and that meant climbing stairs! The day before our trip, Nala got an ear infection and had to be put on steroids for asthma. Michael and Jeanne did not sign up for that when the sit was booked but they took it in stride. In the last-minute rush, I relayed that Nala needed her oral steroids morning and night. Michael read the RX label, indicating one dose a day, and contacted the vet to clarify. So you can see why "conscientious" is right up there. They saved Nala from an overdose! We were gone three weeks and they sent us just the right amount of pictures and videos. They bought cat toys (I forgot to put ours out!) and actively engaged with them, including 20-minute massages for Maxx. I truly believed them when they said they fell in love with our fur babies. The house was spotless (which was not important to me but truly appreciated) but I smiled when all six water stations in our yard were filled. They took seriously my love for and the needs of the wildlife in our yard. Our plants were all in good condition as well. Sensing they were "next level" when I met them, I predicted they would want to leave a meal for us upon our return. I asked them not to but they found another way to bow out with class. They made a donation to a nonprofit I work with instead. This I learned from the lovely thank you note they left. I hope they will consider Charles and I friends because we certainly feel that way about them now. What special people. If you book them, treat them well because they are going to do that for you for sure.
Amanda is truly our trusted sitter "find"! She comes back regularly, so much so that our kitties think she is their secondary owner! Always reliable, clean, responsible and most of all loves our cats as much as we do! Good communicator, self reliant - all in all a perfect "10"!
Kathy and Ron arrived at our home with a most fantastical toy for our cats and a giant apple pie. Need I say more? They are very experienced sitters and brought personal items that they prefer. We knew we were leaving out cats in good hands. A large part of their 'job' was hand watering our garden and Ron took that in stride. Everything is thriving. Our cats are usually distant with new people but we received photos of them keeping Kathy and Ron company in various situations which was reassuring. They clearly won our cats over. Although Ron and Kathy had a ferry to catch on their last day, they took time to wash their linens and hang them on the clothesline. They also left us a gorgeous plant for our garden. We would very much like to have them back for a longer sit if possible.
Raquel was simply terrific! She and her husband, Miguel, had to fill in at the last minute for another sitter who had a death in her family. This meant that the length of the stay and sitting they had originally signed up for doubled. Completely undaunted, they did a GREAT job for us. Our cat and dog got lots of love and affection, and plenty of exercise, food, and rest. Our house and yard were cared for with equal conscientiousness. It was wonderful for us to be able to rely so completely on these super zeewoi. We recommend them 100 percent!
My partner and I left our cat Mango in Lindsey's care for a month so that we could get married. We were going from FL to ME, so it was a long way from home. We were gone for a month. Picking the right houses sitter was important. We are so glad we picked Lindsey (and she picked us). From before Lindsey got on her plan to fly down, until she was back home again Lindsey was communicative, considerate and positive. We felt like we had a family member staying at our place and because of who she is, Mango and our home's well being was a weight off our mind during the wedding. If the need arises in the future we will definitely be giving her the right of first refusal. Thank you so much Lindsey!
Ruthee was a fabulous pet sitter for our three cats while we were gone for a month. Prior to the sit, she was consistent and communicative; she even came over early for a meet and greet to learn the routine. During the sit, she took great care of our three cats by playing with them (she made a fun cat toy!), scooping litter, feeding and watering them, and sent us text updates and pictures. We came home to happy fur babies and a clean home. She left the place very tidy which was greatly appreciated! We are so thankful for Ruthee and would recommend her should the opportunity arise. Your fur babies would be lucky to spend time with her. Thank you again for everything, Ruthee!
Anna was a wonderful sitter for our furry friends. My dog, Luke, bonded with her and was sad when she left. My cats would crawl under the covers and curl up with her at night. She is a true animal magnet and lover. I highly recommend Anna to anyone who wants their pets to recieve first class love while away.
Tracy was an ideal pet sitter when we left for 12 days. She was communicative, friendly, and most importantly took perfect care of our two cats and our house. I would highly recommend her for any sit!
Kristine was wonderful again as our local sitter from just down the street. The boys take to her like she is their best friend whenever she comes to sit with them. She sent us photos of them playing, relaxing, drinking water and eating so we knew they were well taken care of. The house and the cats were in excellent shape and excellent hands while we were away. It is wonderful that she enjoys the house and the cats so much and tells us so. Kristine comes with our highest recommendation! Thank you Kristine!
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 $ per visit, $20/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!
A sincere thank you to NRV Pet Sitting! Karen & Paula were wonderful. Always on time. Sent notes & photos daily. My 8, six week old puppies were cared for expertly; they were all healthy & happy upon my return. I would recommend them to anyone who needs pet care!
We have used NRV pet sitting for over two years to watch our farm. It is hard to find reliable individuals to watch the varied cats, dogs, goats, and horses but Barbara has never disappointed. We love the daily check in and check out messages with fun pictures of the crew at home. Thank you for the great service!
We have used NRV Pet Sitting several times and we have always been very satisfied. Most recently Taylor and Brianna took care of our two Corgis, one of whom is older and handicapped. They took such good care of our babies and insured we had a worry free vacation! We can’t thank them enough! ❤️
I have used NRV Pet Sitting service for several years now. This organization is the very best. Sammie and Paula take very good care of my dogs, cats, ponies and fish. They are competent, loving and caring. You can leave home secure in the knowledge that your animals are being cared for by professionals.
Highly recommend! Barbara and her team are professional and empathetic with our anxious dogs. Brianna is so kind and did such a great job communicating with us and providing detailed updates while we were away with cute pictures!
Taylor has been our pet sitter for our two 15 year old cats for a few years now, and she is amazing! We always come home to happy felines who have been well fed and watered, had their medicines given as prescribed, clean litterbox, and lots of attention. Taylor writes the best appointment notes and includes pictures so I never have to worry about my "babies." They were a lifesaver when I needed to spend time in Indiana taking care of my mother at the end of her life, and took care of our felines much longer than originally agreed. I appreciate them so much and can't say enough good things about Taylor, Barbara, and all of the staff there!
I have used NRV Pet Sitting for several years now. I am so pleased and grateful for their service. I never have so worry about my "kids" when I travel. The employees are thoughtful and dedicated. I get a picture of each of them everyday. And I have 3 cats and two parrots! I am very happy with this business.
Wow wow wow! I cannot express how grateful I am for this service and the love they provide. Not only did they provide affordable care for my pets on a long trip, they went above and beyond at every chance. Daily updates with multiple photos and full transparency at every turn. So refreshing after trying other services that have let me down. My dogs loved my sitters and there was never a moment I was worried about my beloved dogs or home. I will recommend New River Valley pet sitting to everyone any chance I get! Thank you all so so much! I am eternally grateful!
This was my 1st time hiring a sitter for my Frenchies as we took a week long vacation. The communication was unbeatable! My babies were happy to have some human interaction in the middle of the day with them being use to someone being in and out all day. The daily updates and pictures after the visit put my mind at ease. The process was easy. The meet and greet with our sitter let us make sure she was a good fit. It was a wonderful, stress free process! I highly recommend!!!
Taylor has been my pet sitter for nearly 1 year and I can’t imagine anyone else caring for my beloved 15 year-old cats while I’m out of town. Taylor consistently goes above and beyond for our kitties every time she visits and leaves thoughtful, thorough notes with photos to give us peace of mind while we’re out of town. Prior to finding New River Valley Pet Sitting, I was hesitant to go out of town for more than a few days. Now, I have confidence that my cats will be cared for and looked after while I’m out of town, regardless of if it’s for a weekend or a week and a half! Thank you New River Valley Pet Sitting and Taylor, for your consistency, care, and amazing service!
When I had to go on a work trip, Kim came by to walk my dog, Sky, a couple of times a day. Not only did she bond with this fearful dog but she also worked well with my daughter who has a history of emotional problems. As a bonus, she is great photographer and sent pictures of Sky that I will always treasure.
Kathy and her family and this kennel is a lifesaver. It's so nice to go somewhere with my family and know the dogs are cared for like they are at home or on their own little vacation. Kathy is wonderful, attentive, caring and her kennel is immaculate, laid out well and perfect for dogs. We can't thank her enough for the special care and the piece of mind when we are out of town. I think our girls actually miss being there!
Kathy is so wonderful! We contacted her for a last minute pet sitting position for our cat. She was very flexible and eased our concerns with much patience. She came to our home to meet our cat and take notes of routine and location of things she would need. She was very thorough and attentive to our cat. We absolutely loved the daily pictures and updates while we were out of town as well. We will definitely use her again when we need a pet sitter😊
During a brief hospital stay I needed someone to take care of my horse Dakota. Kathy Fridley of Fur & Feathers Pet Sitting was recommended by a friend. I found her to be very responsible, caring & punctual.. She did a great job & I highly recommend her.
Kim was absolutely amazing! She was punctual and sent some great photos and videos of our dog during her playtime visit. Our pup was definitely loved on and taken care of while we were away. We had peace of mind and no worries while Kim was there. I will definitely use their service again!
Kim is a wonderful and carrying pet sitter. We have 4 dogs and a cat. Two of the dogs are 15. Our youngest is a Boston Terrier that injured her neck shaking her toys too hard. Kim let us know that she wasn’t doing well one day and stayed until someone could get there to take her to the vet. She also keeps us updated on what is going on with our oldest dog. He has good days and bad days (arthritis) and she really cares how’s he is doing. We are grateful for the time, attention and love she provides to our animals.
Kathy has been looking after our 3 dogs for several trips now. She is very professional and responsive. She took the time to meet with me and our pets and help me work out a schedule that works for them. I love getting the updates and the photos from each of her visits. This gives me wonderful peace of mind. When we return home it's very obvious that the dogs have been well looked after.
Our German Shepherd puppy, Harley, spent a week with Fur and Feathers. She was so well cared for and was treated as if she was their own. We enjoyed receiving text messages, with pictures, each day of her stay. We couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter. We would definitely recommend Fur and Feathers for your pet sitting needs. Kathy, Mike, and their girls are awesome!!
We used Fur and Feathers last week for the first time. Kathy was AWESOME and took such great care of our dog, goats, chickens and cows. We loved how she gave us daily updates and pics of our animals. We will most definitely use her services again and highly recommend her.
Kathy watched my Shepard & Terrier Mix rescue dog for 2 nights. You can tell she really cares about the animals. She came to the house to see them in their environment, took time to make special notes. Was sent pictures each evening describing their day along with pictures. I've been to two other kennels in the area & was not happy with the setting. This setting is a house setting & pour dogs seemed very happy there. I will be using her from now on! So glad I found her.