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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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!
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!
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!
Brian is a very professional sitter that does a good job, pays attention to details and is easy to work with. I have a lot of plants. A lot. He suggested me do a video for the plant care so he could be sure of which ones needed what. Brilliant! I’d never thought of that. They were in great shape when I returned. I explained that I needed some flexibility with travel dates, he agreed and rolled with the punches like a champ when my dates did indeed change. Unfortunately, he was a bit allergic to my cat but made it work anyway. He was really awesome about everything including a tree that fell next door in a storm and blocked the road for three days. I appreciate that he appreciated how funny and how much personality Boo has. They got along well and I received some great videos. I returned home to a happy cat and a house well taken care of 😊. I would definitely recommend Brian.
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.
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.
If you are looking for someone to take care of your fur babies and your house while you're away, Daniel is your guy! I had discovered zeewoi just a couple of weeks before I was to leave on vacation and I was not only apprehensive if the website was too good to be true, but also under a real time crunch. I reached out to over 100 local sitters and several possibilities fell through. I was confident I would find the right sitter and when Daniel applied for the sit and I started to text and converse with him, I knew I had found the perfect sitter for my two cats! Daniel was upbeat and positive, articulate and personable, warm and caring, and he asked all the right questions about Lilly and Eli (I hadn't had the time to complete my Welcome Guide, yet!?!). I shared that I had an easy cat and problem cat -- Lilly, who is sweet, social and eats dry food, and Eli who is skittish, was periodically pooping outside the kitty litter box and was eating prescription canned food twice a day mixed with a probiotic and stool firmer. I asked if he thought he was up for the job and he happily said he was. Since he flew all the was from Chicago, I thought the least my husband and I could do was pick him up at the airport. When he arrived, he pulled out his notebook. He patiently walked with me as I reviewed kitty care, showed him around the house, and where he would be sleeping. He immediately picked up Lilly who was excited about meeting her new friend and Eli bugged out and down the stairs to the basement (his favorite hiding place!). We got Daniel connected to the internet, set him up at our dining room table and headed off to airport, leaving our house and kitties in the best of hands. Daniel wanted to make sure I felt comfortable and assured while we were away. He made sure to text with me every other day (he had asked my preference earlier), sent photos of Lilly being her cute self while Eli hid during the day although he gave me assurances that he was eating his food and using the litter box (there were a few accidents, but Daniel never complained about these additional duties). When we returned from our vacation, the house was also spotless and well cared for and Daniel had even washed the sheets for me! It is with utter happiness and complete confidence that I recommend Daniel as a fantastic Sitter. He is trustworthy, responsible, caring, and competent, and you can rest assured that both your house and sweet pets will be watched over and treated with TLC -- and will truly be in the best of hands while you are away!
If Macie and Roman ever apply to your post for a house or pet sit, I strongly encourage you to jump at the. offer. You will not be disappointed. They are among the top (if not the top) sitter I've ever had and I've been on this site for years. Primarily, they are very organized. In the weeks and days leading up to the sit, Macie and Roman kept me abreast of their 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 them through the instructions would work as planned. Second, Macie and Roman really care. When they got to my apartment after a very long morning of traveling, I explained the care instructions and they were 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 Macie and Roman followed those exactly. Third, Macie and Roman make 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 of hiding very quickly and was snuggling with them and letting them hold him. It was so nice to see the pictures of them all bonding! Macie and Roman have a calming energy towards animals for sure! Macie and Roman were also very responsive when I reached out first - replying within 30 minutes. I really appreciated that. Fourth, Roman and Macie will take good care of your apartment/house. I came back to a SPOTLESS apartment. 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. Macie and Roman also respects your property. We had a room we asked them not to enter and they respected that. In short, Macie and Roman are amazing. I would have them back in a heartbeat. If you have any questions I would be happy to answer them. Ask Macie and Roman for my number.
Cat and Paul were wonderful sitters - our cats were contented and calm when we returned. And the house was spotless. Plus Paul mowed our entire yard including the back meadow - what a surprise! We very much enjoyed visiting with them as well and getting to know them. Highly recommend :)
I whole-heartedly recommend Carly and her partner Fanny to sit for you! They were fabulous and reliable house sitters from start to finish. Carly was timely and thoughtful in all of her communications and let us know the state of affairs in our apartment with our cat and plant babies while we were away. They followed our directions to a 'T.' We came home to find a happy cat, thriving plants, a spotless apartment and laundered linens. We would definitely consider contacting them again to house sit for us!
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!
My dog loves this place! It's always a great grooming experience for her.
New to the area & found this little gem! Waylon has had a few visits for nails and a bath, they have done a fabulous job with my furr baby
My friend boarded her dog there. They had left her harness on her in her kennel for a 4 day visit and her tail was missing hair and had dried blood on it. Even after they had requested and paid for bath before pick up. She also had marks in the inside and outside of legs from rubbing against her harness claws were shortened due to her clawing at concrete not being cut. Do not rely on these people to care for your pets.
Our dog suffers severe separation anxiety. We have had trouble in the past when we needed to take him to a boarder. When we picked him up from Southern Comfort, he was happy and in good spirits. Not at all like our previous experiences with taking him to a boarder. I highly recommend this company. They are fantastic.
I had colon cancer/surgery 3 weeks ago. My cat Marlo was boarding at the kennel and I was ready to give her up for adoption. Carmen (owner) was so supportive, that she would do so, yet, she encouraged me to wait. She came home yesterday, to my surprise, she was so happy, and becoming a part of my healing.
My babies have stayed there Carmen and her people are very good. They will be returning for the 2nd time in August. We feel very comfortable leaving them there. We will enjoy our vacation knowing there are taking care of . Thank you
Sadie loves her stays here and comes home happy. Very loving care
I would recommend this place to anyone for their fur babies! The staff are such caring ladies and have Veterinary Tech experience which is a huge plus! I have boarded my cats even when they have had injuries to look after and felt 100% confidant in their care. A vet visit was warranted once after I had dropped one kitty off because the vet tech at the hospital I had just left didn't put a splint on correctly therefore was actually almost off before I got from the vet office to them. So when they went to put her in her cage they realized the issue. The owner of facility called me right away and already had plans to take my kitty back to the vet hospital. She was just as aggravated as I was which shows just how much she cares! Anytime I board my animals there they know to do what is needed because I trust their judgement. I have to drive at least 30minutes to get to them but I would drive an hour if needed.
Our dog has anxiety problems but she loves it when she stays at her "resort", as we call it. She happily goes with Allie with her tail wagging when we drop her off.
Great place to board your fur babies. So patient with my nervous pup for her first time being at a kennel. Great prices will be coming back
Don't Schedule when Owner is having a bad day. Inital visit was okay. However she couldnt get around face because he was in protective mode This time I was told to schedule a week in advance with no drop off time given . Day of she text and is upset he was not dropped off between 8-10 . When i tried to explan that my birthday was the day before and she didnt specify . She began nit picking to not take care of him, citing that she had been grooming 18 years. And she didnt need to be coached because of her words. The dog was in "protective mode". Personally it doesnt matter how long you have been doing anything "Never get so big that nobody can tell you nothing" is what i use to hear the elders say. In my experience this is the biggest issue in Chesterfield County. The older folks are very rude and unprofessional . Yet we pay for services because its a small town.
They have cut my Dogs nail’s several times always a great job
Always takes good care of my Bella 💕 Katie and her crew take very good care of my Bella and all the pets that are left in there care. I have never seen any of her staff been out of line to the pets.. they all love the pets there.its Katie's Passion and Love she wouldn't be doing it if it weren't!!!! Thanks to you keep up the good work..😁
My mom and I brought our 5 little dogs in for walk in nail trims. Nails trims cost $10 per dog and they clip the nails and also use the file. They were very gentle with all the dogs and were very professional. We had minimal waiting. I would definitely return.
Moved to area within last month. Was concerned about finding good groomer in area. Saw Katie's ratings and thought I'd take a chance. So glad I did. They did exactly as I asked. I like that the pups don't have to stay in cages. My fur babies were happy and smelled wonderful.
When we walked in, the place immediately smelled of urine. The lobby seemed a bit rough and when looking through the cutout window you could see people grooming with dogs running around. At first sight, I saw a ladder, which no big deal if making repairs or changes, but the dogs were running around in hair that was all over the floor. When the owner tried to get my pup through the door, the other dogs were trying to get to him, understandably but then the owner started yelling at them, which is not how we talk to our dog. I decided to chance it because my dog needed some playtime and I had some things I needed to get done while he played. I only left him to play and not be groomed since he was just bathed. I left him there for 5 1/2 hours and when I picked him up, he was laying under a table on top of rags. He seemed ready to go and a bit skiddish. I had to bathe him once I got home because he smelled of urine just like the place. I cannot rate on grooming but from what I've seen of the pics, they do a nice job. And, I'm sure every doggie daycare has different ways of letting pups play, but this was not the place for us.
I take my Toy Poodle to be groomed. We have gone twice now. They do a great job, and prices are reasonable.
Went there three times with my shepherd first two times were great the third time was five and a half hours walked in she jumped through the window and was all nervous and whining will not be going back. The lady looked stoned that was trimming a dog. Dont know what happened we are not very happy.
Katie loves animals and treats them like her own babies. My poodle starts going crazy as soon as we pull up. Thanks for the great service!
We take our furry family member here just about once a month. He truly gets excited when we take him! The staff members are very good with pets and customers alike. They listen well to the desires of the owners (and the pets).
I’ve never had such a great experience! 10/10 these ladies are amazing! I brought both of my babies to see them. One of which has separation anxiety and they did phenomenal with him! I was called 15 minutes prior to the end of their appointment, which allowed me plenty of time to pick them up. When I picked them up both of them were as happy as could be and they were DRY. Anytime I have taken them for baths I’ve always gotten them back wet. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Thanks ladies! :)
I was so nervous because this was my Jaxxon’s, aka Jaxx’s first visit to the groomer. I honestly did not get the name of who I spoke with over the phone, but they were very professional and detailed. (His introductory visit to include his bath, ears cleaned, toe nails clipped, clean up around the eyes and light trim) My husband took him & picked him up. He sent me a picture which I was pleasantly pleased with, but his picture did NO justice. I arrived home and saw my baby & could not stop smiling. He is absolutely gorgeous😍 Thanks to everyone who was a part of the team taking care of my baby. See you all in four weeks. Before and after photos attached
Instead of giving my dogs the breed cut of a wire haired fox terrier that they agreed to do,they shaved them were completely. I sent them a detailed email with pictures before the event. They did not have my permission. First two was their handy work. The third picture was my usual groomer that was closed due to Covid. The lazy groomer told me they had knots . She should’ve called me before she decided to shave them. Also note the one got left with a beard but her eyes were hollowed out and she now had eyebrows like a schnauzer. Horrible experience don’t take your dogs there.
Mackenzie and her crew take amazing care of my dogs!! She has groomed both of them since they were puppies. I have never been disappointed when I picked up my boys!! 🐶❤️ …
They are great. My German Shepard is 90 to 95 pounds. He has never been groomed. They said they didn't have any trouble except went blow dryer first came on. Would recommend to anyone looking for a groomer.
Natasha is a hyperactive 2yr. old female German Shepherd that is around 65lbs. She hates being brushed or bathed, and will not let anyone touch her feet. The kind ladies at Puppy Palooza met her for the first time this morning, and though she was a handful they delivered as promised with bath and nails. They even agreed to set Natasha up for another appointment next month. Though they did recommend an early appointment so they can get her in and out before other dogs start showing up. Anyone who loves dogs enough to put up with my spoiled beast, and will do so at a reasonable price, is worth every penny.
Love. This. Groomer. Been in Lancaster three years now and finally found what I've been looking for in a groomer. Does exactly what I ask for and is patient with my neurotic, 11 yr old shitzu mix that does not like being groomed. Only took about 1 1/2 hours, so didn't have to wait forever for a phone call. Thank you again for the great experience !!!
Boarded my 5 month old German Shepherd for his first boarding experience. Mackenzie is very professional and kind. Her establishment is very well managed, and our energetic boy returned home happy and tired. Highly recommend!!
I took my 2 shih tzus in to be groomed. I am very happy. They looked so cute! Mackenzie is very professional and kind. Her establishment is very well managed and I would recommend this place !!!
Still in love with this groomer. Was my second visit and just as pleased as first time. Knows how to keep my neurotic dog from going crazy. He is 11 and arthritic, and Mckenzie is very patient with him. Thank you, thank you, thank you 😊 …
Courtney has been amazing at taking care of my kitty's grooming, and it's very evident how much she cares for the animals she works with. She does it all and sends updates of the process which is much appreciated. Would highly recommend to anyone with cat grooming needs. See pics for before and after bath, trimming, and nail clipping <3
I had high hopes for my experience at Wags and Whiskers, but it seems they missed a key lesson in leadership: family matters. After a slight shift in my availability—nothing drastic, mind you—I found myself on the receiving end of a termination notice. Who knew that a few hours could lead to being shown the door? It appears that they don’t quite embody the "family first" philosophy touted by other industry leaders. Dana White might have a point when he mentions valuing employees and their commitments outside of work. I guess some establishments prefer to keep their staff on a strict schedule instead of understanding that life happens. If you’re looking for a place that prioritizes flexibility and the well-being of its team, you might want to look elsewhere. It’s unfortunate, really, because it seems like Wags and Whiskers could use a little more compassion along with those wagging tails.
We just started taking our high energy terrier mix for daycare and he absolutely loves it! He comes home exhausted and happy!
Recently went to get 4 of my kitties' nails clipped. I did not realize that $35 was expensive for just nail clipping...until I talked to others who could do the same thing for $5. The place inside barely had any light. There was a dog who kept barking. It is not an environment I'd want to bring my cats back to. There was no table for them to sit on. The lady sat on the floir to clip their nails. I will not be returning.
Visited today to help our dog with a temperament test to see if she would be allowed to attend day camp and boarding in the future. The staff was kind and attentive to us and answered all of our questions about the facility. During drop off we couldn't tour the facility since all of the dogs were inside for breakfast, but they were able to show us around the main facility when we picked up our pup. She had major zoomies (puppies huh) on pickup and seemed very at home. You can tell that the staff who watched her actually paid attention based on the report they gave at the end (nailed her personality haha). Don't worry - I will update this report as we continue using them if we face any concerns or if it is all smooth sailing. Excited to have a place where our pup has more freedom when we are restricted.
They love my Corgi and I can feel her happiness everytime she goes there!
Wags and Whiskers is absolutely amazing! I brought my small pup here today for his initial evaluation for doggie daycare, and could not be more happier with the experience! I was super nervous to take my baby somewhere new, but everyone who works here are beyond nice, caring, and informative. My pup left with his tail wagging, exhausted when we got home, and I am so thankful to have found a new place to take my pup to during the day. Thank you ladies!!
BEWARE of this place!! My 16 yr old pup (that was climbing up & down my steep stairs at home many times/day) somehow fell (was told "off stairs") & BROKE his Femur! They "EMAILED" me after Sat. pm closing about his injury... FAILED to have my phone # or vet info on record... did not examine Max ASAP or they'd have known was serious. I paid to get a flight home a day early, + $500+ vet bills so far & if he's unable walk w/out splint or pain, he will need to be put down😭. My only compensation was a refund of the boarding fees. No followup calls by owner 12 days after accident.
Our pup loves going there and the prices are reasonable. They even send our dog home with a progress report which makes you smile! We definitely recommend this place for doggy daycare and for boarding your fur baby.
We love taking our dogs to Wags and whiskers. The staff is wonderful with daycare and with overnight stays. When we get there our dogs, Brandy & Scamp, get so excited and can't wait to run in and play, which always makes us feel good about leaving them 😊 …