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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This was our first time using zeewoi and we were a little apprehensive, especially as we were going away for almost 5 weeks, but we really didn’t need to be. Mary and Kevin were fantastic from the start. They had excellent communication and put us at ease straight away. They looked after both our cats with lots of care and we came home to two very happy and content kitties. Mary and Kevin struck the balance just right whilst we were away by keeping us informed of how the cats were and sending pictures of what the cats were up to every couple of days. It was so lovely to know that the cats were enjoying themselves and being so well looked after whilst we were away. Mary and Kevin also looked after our house extremely well and we came back to a very clean and tidy home. We would definitely recommend Mary and Kevin to anyone needing a house sitter and would love for them to sit for us again if they were ever back in the area.
I'm delighted to have found Lisa as a sitter and hope to have her back again! She was detail oriented and clearly cared about my cats' well being. She asked good questions about the cats' routines and needs and about the house to be sure she'd meet my expectations and have a comfortable and successful sit. She communicated very well before and throughout the sit and even though I was unreachable for much of the time I was confident everyone was in good hands. Lisa left the house in immaculate condition and the cats were relaxed and happy when I got home. What a delight!
Chris was an outstanding pet sitter and I would definitely use him again! He is reliable, responsible, and thorough. I was able to FaceTime Chris prior to the sit and he spent a lot of time answering and asking questions. I felt confident after speaking with him. Throughout the weekend, Chris communicated clearly through texting. He let me know when he arrived and left which was helpful. He also sent photos and updates of both my cats. My boy cat has occasional anxiety issues which cause UTI's. Andy had a flare up while I was away and Chris was very attentive to him and let me know how he was doing. Chris did not seem to mind taking extra care of him which I very much appreciate. Chris left my house clean and even washed the sheets and towels he used before leaving!
I feel that Julia is simply the best person and pet sitter I could ask for. They really cared for our cat and gave him lots of attention. She is flexible, upbeat, reliable, considerate and great at communicating. I highly recommend Julia and Chris.
Becca was fantastic - we cannot say enough about how great she is as a pet and house sitter and as a human being! Becca committed to the sit 8 months in advance and was great with her responsiveness in communication during the long lead up to the sit. She arrived early and got the low downs on the animals and house stuff prior to us leaving. She woke up crazy early to help us get to the airport and picked us up when we returned, which made the traveling so much easier on our end. She left the house spot-less (and this is no exaggeration), with the linens cleaned, and a wonderful meal waiting for us upon our return. She is an absolute gem of a person with a great sense of humor and a kind and compassionate nature, and she really enjoys the animals in her care. Our dog and cat were very well cared for and totally at ease upon our return. If you are lucky enough to have Becca sit for you, you will be very pleased at how well she does the job!
Best house and pet sitters we've ever had! They definitely gave our cat and dog plenty of love and attention.
Kimberly was a wonderful sitter who watched our two cats for us while we were out. She was willing to come a day early to help acclimate herself with the animals, and this was exceedingly helpful in making sure the cats would be comfortable with her during our absence. I would highly recommend Kimberly if you're looking for a responsible, caring sitter.
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!
We couldn't have asked for better sitters than Pares and Mark. Since our initial contact, it was straightforward to communicate with Pares. We were lucky enough to get a chance to meet Pares with our dog Luna, and Luna got along with her immediately. During our time away from home, she kept us informed about how both our dog and cat were doing, and they were both cuddling with her since the first day. We got a lot of pictures and knew that they were safe and happy. The apartment was exactly as we had left it when we came back. Pares and Mark even ran the dishwasher and the washing machine for us. We couldn't have asked for a better sitter, and it made our trip very easy knowing they were taken care of so well. We'd have Pares and Mark back to our home without any hesitation.
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 $20 per visit, $19/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!
Let me first start off with saying Shawniece is amazing! She is so kind and sweet! I never worried when out fur baby Paco was in her care. Recently we found out that Paco is one of the causes of our youngest severe allergies so we made the tough decision to rehome him. I reached out to Shawniece as she mentioned the last time we spoke that she now does transports. This lady is awesome she came and picked Paco up and delivered him to his new owner. Mary even spoke of how much a delight Shawniece was! If you are going to trust anyone with your furbaby/ies with anyone it should be Shawniece! Oh did I mention she also bakes doggy treats, and has a package to bathe your furbaby! I am so sad our journey has ended, but if I were to ever get another pup I will make sure to bring them to Shawniece!
We consistently engage the services of Mountaineer Mutts for our dog-sitting needs, and the experience has been exceptional. Judy, the owner, demonstrates remarkable understanding and flexibility in accommodating us without hesitation, particularly when we require late pickups for our dog due to unforeseen circumstances. We always strive to provide her with advance notice, and she accommodates our requests graciously. Judy treats our dog, Rocky, with great care and has fostered a significant bond with him. He shows evident excitement each time we arrive, as if he recognizes he is going to a place he enjoys. We cannot recommend her services highly enough and are undoubtedly committed to continuing our relationship with her in the future. If you are in search of a reliable dog sitter, we wholeheartedly endorse Mountaineer Mutts to our friends and family.
Our dogs have boarded here a couple times, and I have nothing but positive things to say. Friendly staff who clearly care about other people's pets!!
We love Mountaineer Mutts! Judy and employees do a great job grooming our cocker spaniel. He always comes out looking and smelling great. She even caught an ear infection one time, and I was able to take him to the vet before it got too uncomfortable for him.
Our dog is treated very well, like family, here. Prices are very reasonable and accommodations are great for our pup. Always easy to schedule our dogs stay!
Unfortunately, I would not recommend this place for boarding your baby. We put our baby girl in here for 8 days while taking vacation this past week and when my husband went to pick her up today, he said he walked in the door with excuses immediately thrown at him, which is already a huge red flag. He was informed that her skin is apparently sensitive and how difficult she was to bathe (we were told she hates water. I have videos of her happily playing in a creek that says otherwise), which we've never had a problem with before. Before my husband even got to really see her, he was told all of these things, which is really unsettling. As he was leaving, the owner told my husband that if he ever needed anything, we could always bring her back, just not to get a bath. I mean, isn't that part of their actual job? Once he got her into the car, he noticed these awful spots above her front paws, which we can only assume is the "sensitive" part of her skin. It's hard to say what caused this, but this has never been seen on her before. Once he got her into our home, I immediately noticed that she had blood coming from one of her paws that was getting all over the floor. She's come back very skittish and flinches easily at any quick movement around her, which is just not our baby. I'm very sad to think that I left our baby a whole week with people that didn't take care of her the way that she needed. I would not recommend.
Judy is just amazing. We needed someone to watch our boys and she was eager to help. She is always kind and friendly to us and our animals. The facility is well maintained, she makes sure all animals are up to date on shots prior to boarding. I know my dogs are in safe hands while we are away.
They've done my Lily a few times. She's a Havanese from Cuba. They've done wonders with her when they groom her as well. She seems to like them. We like them and they say that she's great to groom. No fidgeting at all.
Wonderful place! Judy takes care of my babies like they are her own! It's nice not having to worry about them when we go out of town. Great prices too, highly recommend!!
Judy took awesome care of my dog. He really likes it there and loves her. Only person I would trust to care for my baby when I'm away. I would recommend her for all your boarding and grooming needs.
I just took my fear aggressive dog to Judy to meet her ahead of boarding to see if we could even leave her there since she's been unsocialized due to recent world events. Judy took the time to make her feel secure and safe and I cannot express in words how much it means that she was able to interact with our dog (and to help me feel more confident about her ability to adjust to the situation.) Other boarders just turned us away over the phone. Judy saved our vacation, its as simple as that. SHE SAVED OUR VACATION. I will update after boarding to let you know how wonderful that experience went as well, because I am sure it will also go perfectly!