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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Julia was an amazing sitter and we couldn't be happier with our experience! From our first contact to when we arrived home after our trip, communication was excellent and we were able to enjoy our time away with complete peace of mind that our pets and our home were in good hands. We particularly appreciated how clean and tidy everything was when we got home with the linens and towels all washed and dried! Our cats clearly didn't miss us a bit - they were relaxed, their coats brushed and were giving us side-eye "oh, so, back to normal then? " looks as we unpacked. Thanks for everything Julia!
Pares is an experienced and quality sitter and we knew our cat Juniper (and a few plants) was well cared for. We received regular updates and photos which was really nice to have during our travels. While we missed Juniper, we could see that she enjoyed receiving cuddles and attention from Pares. Upon returning home, our flat was clean and tidy, and Juniper was very happy! Thank you for taking care of her!
I never met Joi because due to her work, she arrived after I left and was gone before I returned home. This wasn't a problem at all. She was very self-sufficient and seemed to find all that she needed in my house. The house looked exactly like I left it and my cat seemed very content when I returned. Apparently they had a nightly routine of Luna getting brushed. Joi is a very experienced sitter and it shows.
I was fortunate to have Hillary return for a second sit. She took excellent care of both my cat and my home. She got on well with my neighbors and even allowed my friend to come visit Suley while she was there. I especially appreciate how flexible and accommodating she was regarding arrangements for a sitter who would be taking over for the second part of my very long absence. All in all, Hillary is a gem!
Stefany helped me out big time by stepping in when I asked. She's a local sitter and I wasnt' having any responses so I contacted her and she fit me into her schedule even during the holidays and right after another sit across the country. She took great care of my two cats and home and I very much appreciate it!
Cung is a diligent and communicative cat sitter and house guest, and we'd highly recommend him! We hope to have him back again soon
Susan and Miranda are amazing! I've had the pleasure of working with many sitters and they are truly exceptional. They were great at keeping in touch, sent lots of updates, asked good questions, really bonded with the cats, clearly very experienced working with animals and understanding their needs, and generally lovely to deal with. They were really patient putting up with a whole bunch of deliveries and even assembled a spare bed! They also left the place spotless with clean sheets on the bed. I'm pretty sure the cats loved Susan and Miranda more than us by the end of their stay! I'd highly recommend them to anyone and would love to have them stay again any time.
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"!
Kathryn was a wonderful sitter for Princessa! She was flexible and communicative and took great care of my cat and home.
Danny and Jo did a great job caring for our 3 cats and fish AND lots of plants (and home of course) while we were out of town for 3 weeks. We came back to a very clean house, sheets, and towels all clean and folded and fresh sheets on the bed they were using. The plants were all alive too, which is a first for us (again, we have a lot of plants!). The cats were happy to see us and they were all accounted for (a past sitter lost a cat for a week - they escaped outside as a non-outside cat). Everything was in its place and looked great. We received regular updates (via text) with photos of the cats lounging about which was important for us. Danny asked good questions when they visited us before the sit, and when reviewing our pet/house sitting instructions. The only thing we noticed that was different was that our 2 young cats were a little lighter (not necessarily a bad thing) but we understand that being gone for that length of time can be stressful on our furry family, which almost always affects their eating habits. All in all, we would definitely have them again!
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 $20 per visit, $16/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!
Christy is so kind, compassionate, understanding, and fun! She took great care of our 2 dogs over a long weekend. Her general knowledge of dogs blew my mind! The facility is very clean, very big, and Christy works hard to ensure the dogs all have a great experience. I will only use Camp Christy!
We have been using Christy's boarding service for several years and she is always flexible and cares for our English Mastiff as if she were her own. The space is perfect and every dog there gets personal attention and plenty of time out of their kennel for exercise and cuddles!!!
Christy was so kind and professional, flexible, and great with communication. I was nervous about boarding our dog for the first time, but she was well cared for and had a fun time while we were gone on vacation. I felt like Christy loved her like we do. We will definitely use her boarding services again.
We had a family member in hospice, and they were rapidly declining...so we had to rush out to Allegan from our hometown in the Detroit suburbs. We needed to board our three dogs on Memorial day weekend. Our local dog boarding was booked, so I called Camp Christy and by luck she had three spots open. Christy is very knowledgeable, and dogs are her profession. I chose her facility because it was further off the main roads than the other facilities. After meeting Christy and seeing the yard, the accommodations where our dogs were sleeping, we were able to tend to our family's needs, and not worry about our dogs. They were in great hands, and all had a great time there. I cannot thank them enough. Really great people.
I highly recommended Camp Christy. When I go on vacation I know my dogs are being very well taken care of. I love how Christy’s facility has its own living room and tv for the dogs. I like that my dogs get couch time hanging out. My dogs come home happy and tired. Christy also trains dogs and she has trained several of my dogs over the years. Christy is definitely is a great mentor and lots of experience with dogs.
We love it when Christy takes care of our fur babies. Whenever we drop them off we know that they are getting the best care. She makes sure that they have plenty of play and rest time. Plus we can get them groomed while they are there. Nice big yard for them to play in and large kennels with cots, toys, and blankets for them to be comfortable while they lounge. I would recommend camp Christy for anyone who needs doggy daycare either for the day or for extended periods.
The best! Christy cleans yard and kennels multiple times daily and works with all the dogs both inside and out. There is no more thoughtful care anywhere!
Camp Christy is pristine, while the facility is a little "rough around the edges" it is so clean you could almost eat off the floor, she keeps the yard clean, and the dogs are happy and well adjusted when they leave. My dogs LOVE going and working with Christy, because she has a true understanding of animal behavior and husbandry. I would recommend her to ANYONE.
I would give Camp Christy 10 stars. Her place is very clean and well maintained. She does spend alot of time playing with the dogs who visit her. They get couch time,with her so they don't have to be kenneled all the time. It's an awesome place and I would Never take my dogs anywhere else to board or train. I have Italian greyhounds. They love Christy.
I've been boarding my dog's at Camp Christy for the past 2 years. She gives them individualized attention and a lot of time outside. I get to see photos of my dogs playing on her Facebook page which I love. I appreciate the care she puts into my dogs. She even grooms them upon request! They come home clean and happy everytime. Thank you!
We left our 8yr old German Shepherd with Countryside for 10 days while we went on vacation. This is the first time she has been boarded and I was pretty nervous leaving her. When we arrived the staff was so kind and gave us a tour of where …
Countryside Kennels is the best in the area. Winn loves visiting for doggie daycare and has boarded during long vacations several times. He is always happy and excited when we arrive. The doggie dome is awesome and a great fit for friendly, social dogs. I researched and used several kennels in West Michigan and have found no better then Countryside. The staff is amazing and kind and the facility is awesome. I drive almost 45 minutes to use them and for good reason. They give your dog a fun and loving environment.
Edit: added 1 star due to positive response from owner. We used Countryside Kennels two times over the past year, and both times our dog came home with diarrhea that lasted several days. She also came home smelling like fecies, but also smelling of some sort of sweet detergent-like smell. My hunch is that they never let her outside to go to the bathroom, so she defecated in her kennel and instead of bathing the feces off her, they used one of those chemical handy wipes, and when she licked herself clean she ingested some of the chemicals from the handy wipes, giving her diarrhea. I would caution anyone against using this already-expensive kennel, but if you do make sure tack on the additional expense of extra outside time. We have reverted to driving 45 minutes to a kennel in Rockford that we trust. Our dog has never gotten sick one time out of a dozen or so visits.
This Kennel is awesome. They are so kind and helpful. Simon love’s going there
We've taken our dogs here several times for day care, and they always come home happy and exhausted. It was because of this that we trusted Countryside enough to leave our dogs with them for two weeks. We could not have been happier. The dogs were healthy, happy, and clean at the end of two weeks. The way they spoke of our dogs it was obvious that they spent quality time with each one, enough to really understand their very different personalities. I feel the love and care they show each dog is exceptional, and we'll continue to bring our dogs here.
I am grateful for the pleasant experience we had boarding out dog at Countryside! Our pup normally gets watched by friends and family and he hadn't been to boarding in a long time. Naturally, I was diligent in finding a place that was welcoming and accommodating to our dog and most especially allowed play time during his weekend stay. The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming, and when we picked him up he was wiped, which is a happy sign that he got some great play time during his stay. The staff also obliged in my phone call to check in on him as well. Although we do not board our dog often & live outside of town, we will most certainly make Countryside our #1 choice for our dog's care and we will happily make the drive for their service when needed. Thanks, Countryside!
My family has sent our dogs here for the past....+15 years? They have ALWAYS been given excellent care. Since most of our pets have been Australian Shepherds, we have also taken the chance to have them groomed while they were boarding there. The grooming as well has been excellent, and they always come back with a spray, or conditioner, smell that is amazing! Now that I am married, with a pet of my own. (And planning a vacation soon) I will be phoning you Monday morn to make an appointment for my own family dog. I look forward to doing business with you again ! And writing another positive updated review!!!
Countryside Kennels is amazing!! My lab Gus loves going there! He knows the way to the kennel and when we turn down the road he goes nuts with excitement!! They are so nice and caring! I have never had an issue with them!! When I was on my honeymoon they were awesome about letting me call and get little updates on Gus since it was the longest he had ever been boarded!! I highly recommend them to anyone!!
My Golden Retriever is just a year old and we have brought him there about 5 times now and each and Every time it has been an Amazing Experience!!! He is Perfectly groomed and smells soo good! His coat feels like he has his puppy coat again (incredibly Soft and smooth!) My dog absolutely Loves going to "The Kennel" because he knows how much fun he has there! Thank you so much Country Side Kennels for taking such amazing care of my baby boy!!! Highly, HIGHLY recommended!
Our "baby" is a high maintenance one, however, we have definitely found the place to comfort him when we are away. We've brought our dog here for a few years now and have been very happy with the services. Our "baby" seems to always be happy to come and the customer services is great! I believe her name is Patti, but she is so sweet to our baby and I know he gets great care from her. From the minute we make the appt on the phone to when we pick him up, she is just so bubbly! Charlie is always smelling so fresh when he leaves and this is the place we'll continue to go!
Professional, loving, and thoughtful. We couldn’t be happier with the fantastic service. Our older cats are happy and healthy when we return from trips, and our minds are at ease knowing they are in good hands. Flexible scheduling helped with food and med administration. A+
They did a wonderful job taking care of my furbaby while I was out of town. I would definitely use them again.
My wife tried multiple times to reach them and I am a witness of at lest one voice message left. They didn’t return the calls and now are saying they were not contacted. We had to leave our dear dog home :(
They take great care of our puppies. a home away from home.
Lovely owner. Treats you like a friend. Great with furbabies.
My kitty Pete's home away from home. Great individualized care.