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Sofia and Nicole were excellent sitters to our 2 playful cats (an adult tabby and a BIG Maine coon kitten). They gave us a couple updates daily with pictures, as we requested. They were easy to communicate with before and throughout the entire sit. When we came home, our apartment was tidy (probably neater than we left it!) and our cats were relaxed and happy. They were also kind enough to leave us with some sweet bandanas for our boys. We were super pleased with the quality of care, and would happily recommend Sofia and Nicole to anyone in need of a pet or house sitter!
Sharon and Milton are two of the nicest people I've met in my life. This is my first time having a sitter fly in from out of state and it was so simple, stress-free, and didn't affect any part of me getting ready for my trip, leaving for my trip or returning from my trip. Sharon was very communicative before, during and after I returned. It just couldn't have been more wonderful! If you're considering applicants stop looking and choose Sharon and Milton. They are just delightfully wonderful wonderful people!! They go above and beyond just housesitting and pet sitting! Tidy, clean, respectful down to earth and the most kind and loving people. I do believe Milton really is a cat whisper!! They slept with my sweet babies, and even followed silly grooming instruction on one of my cats. Would have them sit for me absolutely anytime.
Kathryn was amazing. She helped me figure plans out after another sitter dropped out at the last minute and saved the day! My cat and fish were well taken care of, and she was super communicative when my tank had a problem child moment. Would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, helpful, and caring sitter!!
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.
Paige, David, and family were WONDERFUL sitters for my crew! They were so pleasant and personable, and the pets warmed up to them very quickly. Even my rescue cat who tends to stray away from men loved David. I received regular updates and communication (before and during the sit). I truly did not have any concerns while I was away knowing that everyone had such great care and attention given to them. (I know the dogs had a good time because when I came home there was no commotion over my return.) I was away on NYE and Paige had no issues keeping an eye on one of the dogs who has anxiety surrounding loud noises. The family cleaned up after themselves and may have left the house cleaner than when I left! Truly such a great family who I would welcome back any time!
Lindsey watched our cat and dog for a long weekend when we went out of town. She was a very communicative sitter sending frequent pictures and voice notes with updates. She did a great job of following their schedules and giving them attention. The animals seemed to be happy and relaxed when we returned home and I believe Lindsey enjoyed getting to discover all of the eateries our town has to offer. A win-win for everyone!
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.
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.
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!
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, $10/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 heartily recommend Jen's Happy Pets! We've had Spencer petsit for our 3 cats. Spencer is very reliable and very capable of dealing with challenging cat dynamics. He sent photos everyday with updates. My husband and I had complete confidence in his ability to handle all situations as they arose. Jen is an excellent communicator as well. She gets back to her clients promptly and delivers the best pet sitting services possible.
Loved Jen's Happy Place! Everything was super easy and she was quick to respond after my initial request. Jenny took care of my three cats and did an amazing job! All my cats are very different and different ages and I was so nervous about leaving them, but the care they received was amazing!
My experience with Jen’s has been great from the first contact with her business. We were new to the area last summer and were referred to her by several neighbors and pet stores in the area. She is very responsive and all the walkers we’ve used have been very reliable, friendly, professional, and great with our dog and cat. Happy with Jen’s!
I moved back into the Hunterdon County area in February 2024 with a Golden Retriever puppy named Beans; she was less than 4 months old at the time. Being I had to work full-time, I prayed that the perfect walker would come into her life and love her as their own. I was referred to Jen's Happy Pets. Well, even writing this now brings me tears. Jen, the owner, took the time to listen to the needs of my situation and empathized with the challenges of raising a puppy on my own. She promised she would pair me with the perfect fit. Jen's team exceeded my expectations. Jen paired me with TWO fantastic, loving, compassionate, responsible, caring, playful, respectful, and kind individuals; Nik and Mare. Jen, Mare, and Nik loved Beans as their own. Beans loved her second family; as I called them. On September 15th, 2024 my whole world changed; Beans went into the hospital and died on September 18th; being less than 1 year old. The team continued to shower me with empathy and love; bringing me food, flowers, and still continually check up on me to make sure I am doing ok. The pain of Beans' death is unexplainable and having a team like Jen's Happy Pets helps my sad days. I feel blessed that Beans' was surrounded by such an amazing extended family during her short time here, and that Beans helped me to meet all these wonderful people. Although, I am not ready for another puppy yet; I will absolutely be calling on them to help with my second; if that becomes my reality someday. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend Jen's Happy Pets and the team to care for your pets; pets are children and everyone needs to know that your pets will be loved in the same way you love them. This team will do that; I promise. Thank you again to all that you did for my baby girl Beans while she playfully and so happily roamed this Earth. Love, Lisa
We love Jen's Happy Pets! Our main dog walker is Tracey and our backup walker is Lindsley. They are both amazing. Scheduling and billing is so easy through their app. They go above and beyond to accommodate our needs and make sure our dog is well taken care of. Thank you for taking care of our girl, Molly!
I have been using Jen’s Happy Pet’s for several years on a regular basis. Lexi is our regular dog walker and she goes above & beyond for our fur baby, Daisy! She treats Daisy like her own & I am always at ease when I know Daisy is being cared for by Lexi. Recently, we had Lexi take care of Daisy while we were away & although I hate leaving my dog behind, I felt so comfortable knowing that she was getting so much love & attention. Lexi provides us with pictures during each visit, which is always a special treat mid-day when I get a break at work. She has also been helpful with giving our dog medication, along with all of the extra love & hugs that she gives Daisy! We’ve recommended Lexi to several people in our neighborhood who now use her & we always chat about how much we appreciate her & how great she is with our fur babies. If you are looking for a reliable, honest, trustworthy, compassionate, loving person to care for your animals, I highly recommend giving Jen’s Happy Pets a call!
I have been using Jen's Happy Pets when we go on vacation for the past several years. They have always been very responsive and professional and I feel comfortable leaving my fur baby in their care!
This is a fantastic service! Jen’s Happy Pets is super responsive to my questions, and takes wonderful care of my dog Cupcake. All her walkers are wonderful, and I never have to worry about anything other than work or vacation. 100 % loving care! Thank you 😊 …
Do to our erratic schedules there are times when we need help last minute. Jen's happy pets have always done their best to accommodate us. Their staff does a real professional job and our Dog Bella is always in great care with them.
Jen & team are insanely helpful, flexible & beyond reliable! My dog Nelly looks forward to her visit everyday! They give an update/ picture each time which I love (example below). Not to mention they sign/ bring in packages, fill up water/ food bowls if needed & more! I highly recommend Jen's Happy Pets for your pet care needs.
Very friendly people. Took great care of our son & daughter in law 's dog.
Trigger was clean, happy, and healthy upon my return. Bright and shiny, farm-like facility. Owners are wonderful people.
Mildred and Larry are the best! They take great care of my 2 crazy dogs Highly recommend them
The most outstanding place to bring your pup! Owners are exceptional!
Excellent care