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!
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.
Florence and Robert were outstanding sitters. We asked them to arrive a day early as our guests to learn the routine on our farm. In getting to know them we found them to be good hearted, down to earth people with a love of animals and diligent in learning our routines to care for our poultry, cats and dog as well as our garden and orchard. Not a typical or easy sit. We travelled with ease knowing our critters were being well taken care of. Arriving home, the house was very clean and looked well cared for. The animals were healthy as were the garden and orchard. Out pets missed them when they left – our dog stared down the driveway after them until their car was out of sight. It is nice to find sitters we would like to hang out with and we look forward to having them sit for us again.
After seeing the numerous positive reviews, I knew Cung would be an easygoing and professional cat sitter and house guest, and he was :-) Easy communication, prompt updates and clear concern for Boz & Artie's wellbeing, and pictures of cozying up on the couch together all made our time away secure and stress free. Upon returning home, the cats were chill and the apt was left spotless, as though he hadn't even been there.
Joi did a wonderful job caring for my two cats and two guinea pigs, as well as caring for my home! She is coming back in November for a long sit while I am out of the country and we all can’t wait. Joi had experience with rabbits and jumped right in with guinea pig care. She is so calm around them that they were sitting on her lap day one! She spent time preparing their vegetables and kept their enclosure and room clean, which requires daily effort. She even washed the floor mats in their room so it was fresh when I returned home. She went above and beyond sending me daily photos and videos so I could see that everyone was healthy and happy. It was apparent to me that she spent a lot of time with my pets, which is very important so they don’t become stressed and lonely when I am away. Joi also took excellent care of my two cats. They receive daily wet food with some medication and she ensured that they received it on time. My cats barely noticed when I returned because they got so much attention from Joi. She took excellent care of my front garden flowers and my tomato and herb hydroponic gardens. These take some daily attention and time in the summer, and I returned home to them looking great! Joi is a very caring, clean, and thoughtful sitter and I hope she comes back many more times!
Catherine was a wonderful sitter for our 17 year old cat Zabba. She sent us pictures twice a day and kept us informed about Zabba’s daily activities. We came home to a clean home and would definitely recommend her as a pet/ house sitter. My only concern was that she doesn’t drive and with an older cat, I just prayed that Zabba didn’t need to go to the vet…. And he didn’t 🥰. We will ask her again for sure.
Florence is everything you want in a cat sitter! We have two cats that need a lot of human attention. One takes multiple medications twice a day and they both are used to eating on their own schedule and having people around so it is always very important to us to find a pet sitter that will be spending a lot of time in the apartment and that doesn't mind being very attentive. We were able to meet Florence before our trip and felt 100% confident that she would take great care of our cats. Florence is comfortable giving medication, she sent us photos and updates and left our apartment spotless. We were so happy that we had her come back the following week when we went away again for a short trip! We will definitely contact Florence again whenever we travel and hope that she is available!
Karen was able to step in a sit for me on short notice after another sitter canceled. She was very thorough and communicative and I felt I had left my apartment and cats in good hands with her. I came home to a clean apartment and happy cats. I definitely recommend Karen as a sitter.
Ann Marie was an excellent house sitter who went above and beyond. She flew in a day early and stayed at a local hotel so we she could meet my cat and get the keys before my early flight the next morning. When I returned, she and Tryke were best friends and the house was immaculate. She even washed the sheets and towels, and remade the bed. I strongly recommend Ann Marie for any future sits!
My husband and I reached out to Toby & Chloe after reading their profile and impressive reviews only a week before our trip, since our scheduled sitter had to cancel at the last moment. They were very friendly and quick to respond to chat from the very beginning, and ended up exceeding our expectations during their two week stay. It was evident they had thoroughly read our Welcome Guide beforehand, as they arrived knowledgeable and prepared to care for our home and pets. They were very willing and happy to take the necessary time with us to walk through the house and meet our cats, as we got them acclimated with our daily routines and answered any questions. Shortly after we left, our city had a heat wave come through, and after immediately notifying us, Toby went beyond the call of duty and inspected our struggling AC unit to pinpoint the issue. As far as cat care is concerned, we have two seniors (who have more sensitive tummies) that can get irritated after a fur ball or swallowing anything out of the ordinary. When this occurred, Toby & Chloe stepped in and took wonderful care of our cat duo; softening their food and even cradling while hand-feeding them for extra comfort. We truly could not have asked for more affectionate and responsible sitters. We returned to a spotlessly clean home, happy cats, and well maintained plants and pool. (They even cleaned our dusty Kitchen pendant lighting, which requires a steady hand and is definitely a time-commitment …We felt like professional housecleaners had been there!) On our way back, Toby & Chloe stayed in communication with us to monitor our arrival time, allowing them to care for our cats until just before we got home. Overall, they are very reliable and trustworthy sitters whose genuine goal is to provide a top-quality sit, while maintaining your household and seamlessly transitioning to your pets daily schedule.
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, $18/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!
Thank you Jeff and team for providing such exceptional care for Lucy while we were on vacation! Welcott Farm is the BEST and the ONLY boarding facility for our beloved rescue dog! Lucy had a pawsome time making new friends and she enjoyed the snuggles from the staff!
I've been bringing my dog to Welcott Farm for over 3 years & she loves it there! It's her "home away from home." The owner & the staff are knowledgeable & caring.
We brought our rescue dog, Lucy, to Welcott Farm for boarding while we traveled out of the country. We received updates from Jeff and team and were happy to hear that Lucy was making new friends including Anton! Lucy had lots of play time and snuggles with the staff. Welcott Farm was accommodating with Lucy's meal requirements and we picked her up freshly bathed. They were sad to see Lucy go but knew that we would bring her back for her next adventure. The staff was nothing short of AMAZING! Thank you Jeff and team for the exceptional care of Lucy who means the world to us!
Tim and Jeff watched our puppy, Stevie, while on vacation for 10 days. We were very nervous about leaving her with anyone for this time. When I dropped her off, they were so reassuring that they had it under control and would take great care of her, which they did. They sent us photos of her almost daily and took great care of her. Stevie made some great dog friends there and I'm sure she can't wait to get back. Thanks guys!
Unbelievable puppy/dog retreat! My puppy Siku has been going here since 8 weeks old (now 6 months) and she loves the owners, staff and experience she has at Welcott Farm!
We used their doggy daycare while vacationing in the area and had a wonderful experience. They were quick to respond to my message and able to accommodate our dog the next day. The facility is beautiful, clean and organized. The drop off and pick up was a breeze and our puppy was very happy and tired at the end of her play date. We wish this facility was near our home. We would be regulars. Thanks for taking such good care of our dog and allowing us to leave her with peace of mind.
Welcott is such an amazing place for our dogs to play and expend some of that terrier energy. The facility is stunning with a great outdoor space and pristine interiors. It is only equal to the time, care and kindness provided by Jeff and his team. We are beyond thrilled to have Welcott in the area. Their commitment to rescues like ours also makes it a pleasure to bring our dogs there. Highly recommended.
Welcott Farm is an amazing property and our dogs Wolfe and Indi love going there! We we're so happy to find a doggy daycare and boarding facility with nice outdoor spaces for the dogs. Jeff and Tim are very accommodating and responsive. You know you're fur babies are well cared for.
We just adopted a 2-year-old shelter dog who is still trying to adjust. She's only been there two days for doggie daycare and you can already tell the difference, I was amazed and grateful to see her running around the yard with about 10 other dogs. Nice people, I highly recommend.
This place is fantastic! We were in from out of town and decided to give Welcott Farm a call to see if our pooch, Chuck, could come out for a few hours to burn some energy. After we sent over his vet records, they called us back and we brought him out. Chuck was so happy, and so tired, when we picked him up. We decided, on our short commute from the farm back to where we were staying, to take him back there two more times. It's clean, they have space for the dogs to run and plenty of other dogs to run around with.
I cannot recommend Whispering Pines enough. It is evident that they care about the animals they are watching. My rottie loves Emerson to bits and it shows every day when I bring her. I know she is well looked after and they take seriously any and all concerns I have raised for my pooch. Even when we had issues with my dog eating fluffy toys while at day care I knew that they really did start keeping a closer eye on her and the toys she had to play with, unlike other day cares I have tried in the area. Competitive prices, and the best care.
Left our 2 babies for 3 days. Staff was amazing, kennel was clean and dogs seemed well cared for. They post pictures on there fb page daily, which is nice. I would highly recommend. We will be using Whispering Pines in the future.
My dog absolutely loved his time here. no issues whatsoever, he came home happy, smelling good, and it was like nothing changed. proves there are great doggie hotels out here!!!
Have boarded my dog here a few times and daycare several times. Highly recommend. One of the only places with in/out kennels and plenty of room in their own kennel in addition to the big yard. The people are friendly and my dog loves it here!
I boarded my dog at Whispering Pines for 2 nights. It was a last minute arrangement and I was so happy to be able to get her a spot. She is very skittish but seemed to do well there, and she got to be outside to interact with other dogs, which she loves. I will be using them from now on, hopefully.
I have been taking my two large dogs here for about a year. I leave for work from 2-4 weeks at a time every couple months. My dogs are always happy and ready to go as soon as we pull into the drive. Friendly staff and I couldn’t be happier.
They always take great care of our dog, Lily. She is very shy and anxious but she quickly learned to love whispering pines as her “hotel” for when we are out of town.
We have placed our pets here whenever we need to travel and they never let us down. Whispering pines dog Kennel is the perfect place for your pets because they are professional yet friendly and they really do a great job of taking care of your pets. Also their prices are just right , Thank you Whispering Pines.. see you soon. The Barnes
My dog Tyson has had some issues at other kennels. He needs lots of love and attention and he gets all of that at Whispering Pines. I will never take him anywhere else. You guys are awesome. Thanks for taking such great care of my puppy.
We have been boarding our two dogs At Whispering Pines for more than 10 years. Every time we drive down the road to the kennel, my dogs are enthusiastically waging their tails and whimpering in excitement. They are so happy to see their second family! I cannot say enough about how well cared for my dogs are while boarding here.