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. We were absolutely delighted with the care Summer provided for our cats. Without a doubt, she is the best cat sitter we have ever had the pleasure of working with. Her attentiveness and genuine affection for our cats were evident in every interaction. Throughout our holidays, she kept us constantly updated with daily pictures and detailed updates, which gave us immense peace of mind. Additionally, she maintained our house in immaculate condition, keeping everything clean and tidy. This level of consideration and dedication went above and beyond our expectations, and we deeply appreciated her efforts. Summer’s exceptional service made our holiday experience truly worry-free and enjoyable.
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!
Wow! Just wow! We cannot say enough about the care and compassion Trisha and John provided to our cats and our home. We are always somewhat nervous about a new pet sitter in our home, but that all faded when we met this wonderful couple. They provided daily updates as requested, complete with pictures, videos and personalized captions. Upon our return, we were greeted by happy and content kitties. There was no sign of anxiety in Tika! Yea!!! Our home was clean, the sheets and towels were washed and bed remade! They even left behind thank you notes and little gifts! What a breath of fresh air these two individuals are! We hope to have them back again soon.
Wow, what a find Justin is! I feel as though I won a lottery. As I was revelling in the communication we were having during his stay, I looked over his profile and realized either that he had updated it during his stay OR I never even read it. I was so impressed with his initial application that described multiple stays taking care of cats in Turkey that I knew he was going to be a great choice. So I'm not sure that I even read his profile or reviews. Turned out...he was more than I could have EVER hoped for. Justin is VERY organized and clear with his communication. Just as--or maybe more--important, he is a poster child for what zeewoi can be: more than just an economical way to get a pet sitter or a place to stay. Justin embraces the barter economy and the opportunity it presents to get to know people. Although we only met the day that I turned the house and my 2 cats over to his care, we had delightful communication throughout his stay. He wanted to be sure he was providing the right care to all living and non-living elements of my home as well as just chat beyond what we'd had an opportunity to cover when we were face to face on the handoff day. Bottom line: I'd have Justin back even if I wasn't going anywhere! I've met a friend. And my neighbors did as well! Oh yes, and my two cats were well looked after, the house was in ship shape, and Justin was able to brief the next sitter in person (I'd had to extend my time away and Justin already had another commitment). To say I felt confident leaving my pets and home in Justin's care is an understatement. Justin is a real adventurer and believer in the power of both human and animal connection. Without a doubt, I would recommend him as a sitter...and a friend! Thank you, Justin for a great example of how to wrestle so much more meaning out of zeewoi.
Denae and Burl were absolutely fabulous house/pet sitters for 4 weeks, Dec 2022- Jan 23. They are very friendly and intelligent, caring towards the animals (2 cats and 1 lively dog), and left our home clean and tidy. It all went very, very smoothly. It was a pleasure to deal with such nice people. We have invited them back whenever they want and hope the rest of their exploratory mission is a great success. I would be pleased to be contacted if anyone needs a further reference.
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!
Heidi was an outstanding cat sitter for my Luna! She was very communicable via calls or texts. She followed all my guidelines for feeding and care of Luna. Luna was very content when I arrived home thanks to Heidi! My home was immaculate when I arrived and she did some snow shoveling. She even pulled a large broken tree branch off my roof following a windstorm. I hope Heidi is available for my next trip because she is awesome. Jim
If Cung ever applies to your post for a house or pet sit, I strongly encourage you to jump at the offer. You will not be disappointed. Cung is among the top (if not the top) sitter I’ve ever had and I’ve been on this site for years. Primarily, Cung is very organized. In the weeks and days leading up to the sit, Cung kept me abreast of his plans and status. I felt very comfortable in the days leading up to the sit because I knew the plan we made to exchange the keys and walk him through the instructions would work as planned. Second, Cung really cares. When he got to my apartment after what I assume was a long day of traveling, I explained the care instructions and he was very attentive and cared about the details - asking very specific questions on how to care for my cat and apartment. I had some pretty specific rules about how to feed my cat and take care of him and Cung followed those exactly. Third, Cung makes you feel comfortable while you are away. I got daily or twice daily updates about my cat. I got pictures which made me feel like my cat was having a good time. My cat came out within an hour of me being away - very fast for my cat as he is shy. Cung must have a calming energy towards animals. Cung was also very responsive when I reached out first - replying within 5 minutes. I really appreciated that. My cat threw up at one point and Cung answered all of my questions to assess whether my cat was sick or had just eaten too fast. Fourth, Cung will take good care of your apartment/house. I came back to a SPOTLESS apartment. The sheets were washed and folded on my bed. The towels were washed. The apartment had been vacuumed. The kitchen was clean. The dishwasher had been run. Everything was in its place when I returned. Honestly, cleaner than when I left it which is difficult since I am a very clean person. Cung also respects your property. I have an extensive computer setup that he used for work and he was very respectful of that equipment. He asked if he could use it beforehand, which was incredibly polite since he could have used it and I wouldn’t have known. In sum. You need to jump at the opportunity if Cung offers to sit for you. I came home to a very happy cat. Hope he will sit for me again sometime!
Chris was a fantastic cat sitter for our elderly and high maintenance kitty. Chris was the perfect combination of responsible and on top of her medication needs while also being calm and relaxed about her picky eating habits and the need to monitor her food and medication consumption. He was prompt, easy to get a hold of, responsible, and overall, a great sitter. I would definitely recommend him and most certainly hope to have him stay with her again.
Super nice sitters and extremely flexible. Really enjoyed their company and I only regret that I was too frazzled to chat with them more and get to know them! Kept the house super clean, pets loved them. Dog especially. Had a little problem with my new kitten not meshing well with the older cats (which was not too surprising since cats can be territorial). Pennee was very patient and gave me constant updates and tips. And the older cat was much more calm when I came home. Highly recommend and welcome back anytime!
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, $25/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!
I really wanted to love this place. You can tell their team genuinely cares about the dogs; every single time, they know every dog's name that walks through the door. The personal touch is evident, and the daily report cards they sent were a delightful touch. It was so much fun to read about my dogs' activities and see the photos they included. These little updates really made me feel connected to my pets while they were away from home. However, I was a bit disappointed with a few aspects of our experience. We had asked on two separate occasions prior to our dogs stay for our dogs to be fed separately. Unfortunately, this request was not honored. We had to call once we saw on the camera that they were being fed together. This oversight was concerning, as one of our dogs will consistently eat my other dog’s food, and feeding them separately was important for their health and well-being. Additionally, during this visit, one of my dogs became really sick. She is fully vaccinated, so I’m not sure what happened. I understand that illnesses can happen, but what was particularly disappointing was the lack of follow-up from the facility. There was no call to check on how she was doing after we picked her up, which would have been appreciated given the circumstances. While I appreciate the team's evident care and the effort they put into making the dogs feel welcome and loved, these issues affected our overall experience. Proper communication and follow-through on specific requests are crucial for pet owners' peace of mind. I hope these areas can be improved because the potential for this place to be truly wonderful is there. With some adjustments, I believe they can provide an even better experience for both the pets and their owners.
This place has been fabulous so far. I called this morning at 7:15AM in a bind: last minute work trip and my established boarding facility hadn’t responded to calls, texts, portal requests or carrier pigeons sent since Saturday afternoon. Not only did Club K-9 answer the phone immediately, but they answered my million and one questions, confirmed availability, slotted him in for a same-day playgroup evaluation, AND gave me a complete tour of the building. That’s right, at Club K-9 you can see the food prep kitchen, the grooming area, all boarding options (blue, gold, and club suites), and play areas. You can also see it all virtually through their website’s virtual tour, but it was so reassuring to see that the in-person experience matched the online view. Everything is SO CLEAN, not a whiff of the urine smell I’ve come to expect at boarding facilities. And the staff were lovely and sat down with my 80lb GSD “Peanut” and I to do his intake questionnaire, I didn’t feel at all rushed through the check in process. And they respected Peanut’s introversion and let him sniff and get comfy before handling him. My experience so far is limited to drop-off, but I’ll update this review once Peanut’s vacation is done! Thanks so much for helping us out Club K-9!! UPDATE: If I could give 6 stars, I would. I picked up Peanut this morning after his week long stay at Club K9: he was happy, sleepy, a bit dirty (he romped in the yard every day and I was a derp and didn’t request a bath), but not kennel-smelly! A bit of a wipe down with puppy wipes and a good brushing and he was good to go! They followed feeding instructions perfectly (I have exactly the right amount of food left in his bins), and even took great care of a couple of hot spots he had when I dropped him off, both of which are nearly healed now. Peanut will be a regular weekly daycare attendee and we’ve already booked his December stay. This place is fantastic!
My pup, Kaleb, goes to club k-9 usually 1-2 days a week for daycare and absolutely LOVES it. The whole facility is very nice and clean (doesn't smell like pee!). I love that let the dogs play outside when its nice out and they put out fun toys. All the employees are super friendly and nice. They send report cards and picture of your dog at every visit. Kaleb comes home absolutely exhausted every time!!
We absolutely love bringing our pup to Club K-9! He adores all of the staff and the other dogs. He has never been more comfortable at a day care during the day, and comes home sufficiently tired but not stressed. The facilities are incredible and we are thrilled to have Club K-9 as our preferred doggie day care option!
My puppy Bella loves coming here. I appreciate that she is able to play outside when the weather is not too hot, and can play with her friends in the “playpen.” Also, I enjoy watching her on the webcam. Attached is a picture of her playing with her friends in the playpen. She is the lemon beagle to the right.
This place is amazing. It's a brand new facility and I was able to get a sneak peek before the doors opened. Heather, who manages Club-K9 did a fantastic job explaining to me the current and future operations. They have four separate tiers of boarding. We got the Gold rooms for our pups because it's perfect size for two smaller dogs to stay together in. They have so many amenities for the pups it's crazy! Indoor track with a three separate play pens in the middle! They also have an outdoor dog run for good weather days! The Club Suites we're absolutely incredible, with a TV, lounge chair and plenty of space for each pup. I might pick the Club Suites for the next pup vacation because it was like being at home. They do grooming and have trainers there as well. The main take away is that it's extremely clean, open and family like. I don't feel like I took my family to a jail cell. You should swing by and get a tour!
Club-K9 is the only place I will take my dog. The facility is exceptionally clean and bright and my dog has the best time when there. The staff is amazing and you can tell they all genuinely love and care about dogs. Your dog will be all smiles ... after they wake up, of course. You won't be disappointed!
Three stars for the kind and professional employees here when I left my dog for a few days during holiday season. However, I do not plan to bring him back here. When I picked him up and took him home after his first stay at club k9, I noticed his urine was much much darker than usual-they must have not let my dog drink enough water. My dog likes to drink small amounts here and there and graze on food throughout the day. Also, I left 4 days worth of food for my dog there and he only stayed three days, however club k9 must have thrown away the rest of his food before they handed dog and belongings back to me. It would have been nice if they handed any unused kibble back to me, that stuff is not cheap. I will end on a positive by mentioning that club k9 emailed me a free daily report and photos of my dog during the stay.
Our dog Makko had the privilege of being the first guest! We travel often and have tried a few daycare/boarding facilities, this by far is the best in NoVA! The communication with Heather and her team was excellent. Not only was Makko in good spirits when we picked him up, but he smelled good from his spa day as well. 5-star experience and we will be regulars!
Club K9 came recommended by a friend, and I couldn't be happier with the experience! From the moment my dogs and I walked in, the friendly and professional staff made us feel right at home. The facility is top-notch – clean, spacious, and equipped with everything needed to keep the dogs happy and entertained. I was particularly impressed by the large, well-maintained play areas where the dogs can socialize and play safely under constant supervision. The team at Club K9 genuinely cares about each dog’s well-being. It is evident in everything they do - from how they interact with the dogs to how the facility operates - and truly sets them apart from other facilities in the area. My dogs really enjoy their time at daycare and come home happy and well-exercised. I also appreciate the daily updates and photos, which give me peace of mind knowing they are having a great time. I highly recommend Club K9 to any one looking for a reliable, caring, and fun place for their dogs! Thank you, Club K9, for taking such great care of The Rock Band!
Sophie and Pippa love spending their Thursdays at puppy camp! They are always so excited to get there and come home exhausted from a day of play ( Mom loves that!). Hali, my older dog is always well-loved and even the cats were happy ( as much as cats can be) when they spent the weekend. I really appreciate that doggy daycare is available 7 days a week, not just on weekdays. Everyone is friendly and loves on my pets. I know that Sophie, Pippa, and Hali are going to be well cared for and have a wonderful time.
I’ll start by saying that our two walkers we had were great. With that being said, the communication between the owners and us were lacking through our whole service relationship. The last straw for us was when we weren’t told our dog walker was no longer working for them, while our service was coming up in two days. We had to scramble to change our traveling plans. As we cut ties, we hope that ACPC will improve their email, text, and/or phone communication in the future to better build trust with their clients.
I used to be a former employee and recently got a puppy, my pup goes there all the time now! He really love all the employees and other dogs there. I can see how much he is loved every time I drop him off! 10/10 would recommend!
The staff is always so attentive, even though we aren't there every day, they always remember our furry loved one like she was there yesterday! They make sure she has all the things she needs to be comfortable and a safe time here! Our girl is excited to go and that shows she is well taken care of! The grooming services are great and a pleasure to come home from a trip to a clean and well taken care of pup! Thanks for all you do!
I’m so sad to be writing this review because I got along so well with the workers at AoC. I brought my puppy in for daycare and he seemed to love it after his first day. However as I brought him in for his second and third day, he returned with deep cuts on his mouth and face. I wasn’t too alarmed , since he is a baby, and younger large breed dogs tend to rough house. But this should’ve been my first indication that the dogs are not supervised. In addition , his harness and hankie were extremely dirty & his white chest was covered in dirt and loose hair. A day after his 3rd visit at daycare, My puppy could not hold any food down; completely lost his appetite, began vomiting profusely & had severe diarrhea and fatigue. This gave us all a scare and we rushed him to the ER where they ruled out Parvo (thank god) but concluded he had contracted a parasite or virus from another dog. The only place he would have got this from was the daycare which goes hand in hand with the lack of supervision I suspected along with a poor, dirty environment that isn’t properly cleaned or disinfected. I’m only writing this review to save other pet parents the scare of their fur baby getting sick, and to prevent the hefty vet bill. It’s really unfortunate but just want to let others be aware.
Tuddy loves coming here for daycare and boarding! The staff are friendly and communicative and the prices are reasonable. Thank you for taking such great care of Tuddy!
Cooper comes here often and loves it! I can tell because he is eager to get through the door and see his friends! I tell everyone we meet about All of Creation, I wouldn't trust him with anyone else!
Pro: my small mammal pet is alive and healthy. Con: Provided bedding for the cage to be changed at least one time during the stay, and requested that the bedding be changed about half way through. Come to pick up my pet and the cage is a mess. It is obvious they didn’t change the cage and bedding that I provided was unused. Also, the place smells really bad. I guess the $25 a day is just for the space and making sure there is water and food. I will probably just ask a neighbor kid to look after my pet next time.
I went to all of creation pet care thinking my dog would be coming out the same way he came in, in safe condition. They poorly informed me that Sachi (my dog) got scratched from rough playing and did not report to me until conditions have worsened (blaming it on hotspots). After speaking with the owner, unapologetically James tried to change the story to originally what the staff had reported to me on text. They did not apologize to me once about the situation and continued to blame it on my dog, if u have any questions or need proof of my situation I am happy to send u screen shots onto why you should NOT take ur dog to this horrible place. Save ur money while u can
James and his team are excellent with our dog, Louie. They help us with walks regularly and boarding. They are punctual, reliable, friendly and truly care about the care of your pet. They have a terrific system of separating the dogs into groups and they let the dogs play and have a blast! Highly recommend! A++!!!
We have mid-day dog walk with Pitter-Pat. The walker is super nice and friendly and the flexible schedule convenient for us. We also tried their overnight pet sitting when we were on vacation, it was awesome.
Excellent pet service! The manager and the walker are very flexible and professional. Definitely recommend.
They are responsive and reasonable.
We have used Paw pals pet sitting on multiple occasions for our bunnies while we are away. Many pet sitters are not interested in small pets however; Mary and her team, are amazing and we trust her implicitly! We are very happy with the outstanding service we have received from her team including texts and photos of our pets when we are out of town. They always go the extra mile and we highly recommend them!
Highly recommend as pet sitters! Initially, a sitter from the company will visit the house to meet the pets and learn where everything is. Tatiana took careful notes and we got her some spare keys. While we are away, Paw Pals sends sitters to come and look after our boys. They feed them, scoop litter, bring in mail and packages, and they will even manage trash, recycling, blinds and lights so that everything is comfortable for our kitties. Each time they check in, we receive an email message with updates and pictures, which is so comforting when we are on the road. Also, if you don’t let Paw Pals know when you are home, they assume something has happened and will continue to care for your babies. If something were to happen, I know they would be okay. Five stars for Paw Pals!
The folks at Paw Pals pet sitting are fantastic to work with. This review includes a bit of a long story but goes to show how dedicated they are to their job and the care they have for the animals they watch over. I reached out to Paw Pals, even though I live outside their service area, in a bit of a panic because our scheduled dog sitter for our family vacation suddenly wasn't available. The local sitters we've used in the past seemed like they wouldn't be able to accommodate us on such late notice and so we were scouring the internet for other options. When I submitted a request to Paw Pals, I expected to get a polite no thank you - you're out of our service area. Instead I got a call from Jen, who was so kind, helpful and accommodating and essentially bent over backwards to help set up a sitter for us. We met the sitter at her home and it was more of the same. So friendly and welcoming to our dog and fully prepared to watch her for two weeks. We ultimately didn't end up booking with Paw Pals, only because our local sitter had an opening that allowed someone to stay in home with our dog (who is a very anxious senior shepherd-collie mix). But just based on the limited experience I had with them, I would highly recommend Paw Pals. These folks are fantastic and I only wish we lived closer so we could utilize their other services on a regular basis. Five stars all the way!
I have used Paw Pals for several trips over the last few months, and they have been phenomenal every time! Mary is extremely kind and responsive, and she makes sure that my cat and dog have the care that they need every time I am out of town. All of the pet sitters that I've had have been incredibly sweet to my pets, and they treat them like their own! Will gladly continue using Paw Pals every time I need a sitter.
We used Paw Pals for our two cats during the holidays (2 weeks). Our experience was absolutely amazing! From the amazing communication we had with the Paw Pals team and the cat sitters to the amazing job they did with our cats. One of our cats has always been reluctant to meet new people but after these two weeks she's now the first to greet anyone! I love the updates with pictures you get after each visit which is something I always looked forward to while missing our cats. Part of our holiday included being on a cruiseship which left us with very little internet connectivity but at no point did I feel the need to worry as we knew our cats were in great hands. If you need a cat sitter I'd look no further than Paw Pals. I highly recommend them.
We have been using Paw Pals for several years, and through a variety of pets that we have loved. Mary and her team have always been *exceptional* in every way. They are professional, courteous, and truly love our fur family! Mary herself is an organized and stellar administrator of her pet care business, keeping detailed records of our pet’s needs, scheduled pet visits, payments, and balance due easy to keep track of as the pet owner. The pet caretaking team is reliable and trustworthy. When our dogs see any of their Paw Pal friends, they get SO excited to see them! Follow up comments are left via text to keep the pet owner informed of the visit and how the pets are faring. Paw Pals has allowed our family the peace of mind to leave our pets at home, for work, weekend getaways and longer times away when necessary, where they are the most comfortable and familiar. We are grateful to Mary and her team for giving us the ability to enjoy pet ownership without feeling tied down. The responsibility of having pets comes with the need to keep them safe and comfortable at all times, and Mary and her team affords us this when our family has to be away.
Mary and her Paw Pals team are amazing!!! They have taken amazing care of my cats for several years and have always made me feel comfortable and confident that my kitties would be well cared for!!! And when my oldest cat needed special TLC which meant multiple visits a day, multiple medicines with special directions and sub-q fluids, Paw Pals took extra special care of her and always kept me informed of how she was doing with every visit!! I can’t say enough!! I also recommended Paw Pals to friends who are also now regular clients with Paw Pals!!!
I hired Paw Pals based on my sister’s referral. Meet & greet was very thorough and detailed. I was surprised that my finicky cat came to check the sitter out. Subsequently, a sitter watched my cat over several separate visits, and it was clear through the visit reports that my cat loved the sitter. All the visits were completed having followed my directions & with professionalism. I would highly recommend Paw Pals to anyone who’s looking for a dependable, personable, & professional sitter.
Very positive experience working with Paw Pals Pet Siting. Owner, Mary Telesz, came to our home to meet our pets and get accustomed to their daily routine. When we were away she sent updates and pictures to let us know they were doing well. She informed us when she was introducing a new pet sitter through the business for the following days of our vacation, and the sitter left us detailed remarks. Overall recommend and will use Paws Pals Pet Siting in the future.
We are so grateful we found Mary and her team at Paw Pals. They are exceptionally responsive, amazingly organized and detail-oriented. We have such peace of mind when we travel knowing our home and pets are so well cared for. Paw Pals is the best pet sitting service we’ve used, and we’re so happy we found them.