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!
Becca was fantastic - we cannot say enough about how great she is as a pet and house sitter and as a human being! Becca committed to the sit 8 months in advance and was great with her responsiveness in communication during the long lead up to the sit. She arrived early and got the low downs on the animals and house stuff prior to us leaving. She woke up crazy early to help us get to the airport and picked us up when we returned, which made the traveling so much easier on our end. She left the house spot-less (and this is no exaggeration), with the linens cleaned, and a wonderful meal waiting for us upon our return. She is an absolute gem of a person with a great sense of humor and a kind and compassionate nature, and she really enjoys the animals in her care. Our dog and cat were very well cared for and totally at ease upon our return. If you are lucky enough to have Becca sit for you, you will be very pleased at how well she does the job!
Sabre is a sweet, honest person who stepped up at the very last moment (after the prior sitter flaked out) to watch our dog and cat for 17 days. When there were a couple minor accidents, she informed us of them right away. One involved a burnt pan (easy to do if you’re not familiar with an induction stovetop) which she offered to replace. Sabre also washed the towels and sheets, and made up the bed before we got home. The yard was pooper scooped and litter box was clean. Pets seemed well-cared for. When she had to leave town for several hours one day, she made sure to arrange for our neighbor take care of the pets. Additionally, I appreciated how she didn’t assume that it would be ok to bring her cat. When we found out she was going to keep her cat in a kennel during her stay here, we told her she could bring him which worked out fine. Overall, I would confidently recommend Sabre to watch your pets and house.
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.
Elisabeth was an excellent sitter for our cat. We were away for two weeks and received daily photos and notes from her about Catman's activities (i.e., sleeping and eating). She is definitely a cat lover and that was evident from our cat's calm behavior when we returned.
Lindsey was super communicative, friendly, responsible, and an excellent sitter for our two cats. When we returned, our home was clean and our cats relaxed and happy as if we had never left ! She sent us photos and updates every day, as requested, and when a random mishap occurred in the apartment, she let us know right away and was proactive in handling issue. We felt like both our cats and our home were in very caring, capable and respectful hands. Excellent! Thank you Lindsey!
Nathalie and John were great! They were great house sitters to watch our two dogs, 2 geckos, our old cat and bull frog. Their two girls took good care of the animals as well. The house was exactly how we left it. We really appreciated their help!
I highly recommend Daniel as a pet sitter and house sitter! He took care of Pipa for over three months this winter and did an outstanding job. From the first day, it was clear that he had a genuine love for animals and a great deal of experience with pets. He was very attentive to his needs and always made sure he was comfortable, well-fed, and had plenty of playtime. In addition to his pet-sitting duties, Daniel also went above and beyond by processing my postal mail and keeping the house well-organized. He was very responsible and reliable, always arriving on communicating, putting the bins out, and watering the plants on time, and keeping me updated with photos and messages. I felt completely at ease knowing that my cat was in such good hands and that my home was well-cared for while I was away. When I returned from my trip, Pipa was happy, healthy, and well-adjusted, thanks to Daniel's excellent care. I would definitely hire him again and recommend him to anyone in need of a trustworthy, caring, and responsible pet and house 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!
Caroline was a fabulous sitter and looked after our cat and the house beautifully. She is sensible and very self-sufficient but also kept us informed. We came home to a happy cat and a tidy house. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to others and hope she will sit for us again in the future!
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 $ per visit, $20/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!
This place was Tremendous!!!! They took great care of our kittycat, Matchka who was fighting mammary gland cancer. The woman who was running things was an Angel and let us visit her every morning. Matchka hissed at her & everyone else but this amazing woman lived Matchka regardless and took extra special care of her. I would recommend this place to everyone. Matchka had a better view than we did at our resort because she had a gorgeous view of Lake Michigan out her gigantic window.
The ownership and staff is so friendly and the best part is my dogs love to be boarded here! My dogs literally pull me into the facility at drop off.
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They take great care of your pet. They love our pup and he is always in great shape when we pick him up. They do very well with pets who need medication and a little extra TLC. He loves this place!
Staff here are wonderful with the animals and spend a bit of time with each pet that is staying at their resort. The layout of the facility is great, insofar as when a cat comes in for a stay, s/he doesn't have to be taken past any barking dogs to get to her/his boarding area and vice versa. My cat was a guest here for about a week and I had an opportunity to go in to visit with her. The cat room was quiet and peaceful and the spaces were large and luxurious.
Easy to spot off of the highway. Plenty of parking and the owners do a very good job of keep spots open and snow and ice plowing in the winter. There are some very lively birds when you enter, as well as a few different knick-knacks to buy. Reasonable prices on these, but their bathing prices cannot be beat. My dog is always clean and fresh and a ton of hair removed from him. They send him off in a handsome little bandana and we keep coming back! I highly recommend this place! Very friendly staff and their work is wonderful!
I go to Walmart every 2 weeks. With the remodeling it has been talking a little longer. Hopefully they will be done soon. Then we will get more used to it.
My Lacie girl loves it. Susan and Gail spoil her.
Good place to board when going out of town for a few days. They are comfortable boarding Birds as well as cats and dogs, so that was a big plus for me. Right across the parking lot is a veterinarian's office so if you had an emergency there you'd be in luck.
What I like about this place is that my dog loves it. When I leave him it makes me feel better that I know he's in a great spot with people who really enjoy him. It seems to be more than just a job with all the people here and it shows.
AMAZING dog sitters! Very kind people! Your dog will be loved while you are gone!
“There’s no place like home” …EXCEPT The Farmhouse ! Simply put, exceptional people who truly love our fur babies. The best !
We have used many different kennels over the years. There have been good, just okay and terrible ones. You always worry that your pet is going to be locked up in a cage for the duration of your absence and given the most basic amount of attention. These guys are different. They send you pictures of your dog playing with other dogs and give them snuggles and attention. They love what they do and you can tell. They have even helped us give our dog medication. Can't say enough good things about them.
Ed and Laura are the best! Just like sending the Kids to camp! We have 3 dogs and they all absolutely loved it here. A home away from home for sure. They had a blast with the other dogs. Thank you so very much.
Laura and Ed were so nice and friendly, and even tho Hannah really didn't really want to be there, I felt she was in good hands. They were able to let her out often, and she apparently "hung out" with their dogs. Much better there than at home alone when we have to be away. Thanks for giving me peace of mind!
These are the best people EVER! They not only care about the fur babies ,they care about the human's . I highly recommend this place no matter if it's for a few hours, Over night or weekend getaway they will take great car of your fur babies!
They are the best! My fur baby loves playing with the other dogs there. They are awesome to my spoiled pup.
SUPER GREAT PUPPY SITTERS! We're visiting for a week, and our dog needs to get out of the hotel room. Great day care and over night. Wish they were in our area!
Our little guy was happy. He was in great hands, and I definitely recommend them. I will certainly use them again.
The owners took very good care of our lab, Lacey, when we went out of town for a few days.
We left our Zoey for 21 days. Erica was wonderful! We got daily updates and pictures showing how she was doing. When we picked her up, Zoey had been bathed, her nails clipped and had a beautiful flower her collar. It was so comforting to know our baby had such great care while we were on vacation!
Janet is such a caring person! She did such a great job grooming my two Huskies, who are very fluffy! Not only that, but she was more then happy to let me hang out with her while she groomed my dogs, which I loved. My older dog can get a bit nervous when being groomed, so this was a nice benefit. Janet also boards dogs and has a beautiful facility, with ample fencing and safety measures in place, including smoke alarms that alert her even inside the house. She also has some covered kennels for those dogs that like to climb. I highly recommend her!
This place is the best!!! My small shih tzu stayed here (boarded) for 5 days because our vacation hotel couldn't take dogs. He had the best time!!! I would call this more of a "doggie hotel". They treated him as part of the family, gave regular updates, and helped him not be nervous about his first time being boarded. I also appreciated that they required all the vacccines to be boarded. We weren't sure if he would want to leave!! If I could, I would give 10 stars.
It has always been difficult for me to board my dog anywhere. I heard about Canine Care and how well Erica & staff treats the dogs. Recently boarded my dog here for the first time, for a few nights, and I could not have been happier with the experience. What made it extra special was daily pictures texted to me of my dog looking like he was having a good time on walks, playing with (or sniffing) other dogs, etc.. That made me feel so good seeing that he was just fine & I had no reason to worry. That helped me enjoy myself at the activity I was attending. They obviously are very caring about dogs and put a lot of time & effort into making sure the dogs & their humans are comfortable.
First off... I called the business before using the kennel serviceand left a message. Erika called me back within a reasonable amount of time. She answered all my questions, suggested "stuff", etc. Then... After my decision to send my dog there I called her again... left message. Again, she responded within a reasonable time. And also texted me with additional info I asked about. She was more than willing to accommodate a site visit prior to making decision. Plus sent pics prior to. Once we decided on a time to board, we all met and she was very patient with my dog as he "nosed" around the area. During the time my buddy was in Erika's care I called and asked--How's he doing... She said all is good, and also suggested to call anytime. She even texted me a couple pics of him--- I ran into issues getting back into town on the day I selected... I called and explained. She was understanding and able to keep my dog another day. During pick-up time she had EVERYTHING ready I initially brought with my dog. She grabbed Rocky from his kennel and he seemed fine. So, if we ever need a boarder next time we come to Alpena, I'm certain we will utilize her service. Thank you again.
Erica is great at what she does. We board our dog there once every few months. Also, Erica works with a local rescue to board shelter dogs until they can be adopted. We got our dog through this. Erica did a great job prepping our texas street dog for adoption.
Canine Care was Great!! I learned so much in that time. It reinforced our strengths, especially Tank's my Shepard rottie pup. I would go again and can email or tex her for any info. The owner was very knowledgeable and sweet.
Simply the best place we've gone to. Reasonalby priced, very responsive and willing to do whatever needs to be done. We had a Siberian Husky that was taken great care of for several days while we were out of town. Then, on the last day of pickup they even fit in a bath at the last minute. I'm sure he was a handfull but he's in great shape and very happy to be back home. Thank you!
I still go to Canine Care By Janet. 2019 I board and have my Golden groomed there too! Janet is excellent! Her place is clean and well cared for. She loves each and every animal she works with.
Great grooming and tender loving care when we leave our Dachshunds with Janet. They are always happy and smell good when we pick them up.
I had called and scheduled a grooming appointment for my dog weeks before as I was boarding for a week and wanted him groomed the day before pickup so he would be clean. I called before the scheduled appointment to verify and ask a few things BEFORE she groomed him and when I called I was told he was “fit in” early therefore I had no say in how my doodle was groomed nor was I able to let her know of the skin issues he has. When he was picked up, he stunk and the cut was actually terrifying. Random chunks of hair was left and his face wasn’t even touched. Looks awful and smells awful. Not pleased whatsoever. In response to owner: correct, I did not preference the groom at DROP off, (as you apparently are super busy) I was calling BEFORE the appointment so it was fresh on your mind. added proof of the call SCHEDULEING my groom appointment almost a month in advance to his stay and was told “11am Friday”. When I called BEFORE his “scheduled appointment” (that apparently means nothing) I asked about putting him in a kennel and letting him out as that is “fair” for any normal dog. Never would I ask anyone to shove my dog in a kennel and leave him there for 24 hours like you make the comment sound. Also when I pick up my dog I am in fact “separating him from dogs he had spent a week socializing with” an there is no “fixing” hanks cut, as it is a shave. I personally trimmed the extra long hairs that were left. All it takes is a simple google search to see how doodles are to be trimmed. Not shaved.
Cory and Cindy took amazing care of Frankie and Judge! We were able to spend a week away and we don’t trust just anybody with our boys! Highly recommend and they treat our pups like their own!
I would highly recommend LCI Pet Resort for your dog boarding needs. The owners were very friendly, communicative, and run a professional operation. My dog was recently there for 2 weeks and was well taken care of. Overall I would use them again if the need arises.
Very unfriendly owners. Never been treated like that by a business owner in my life!! Update to owners answer!! As to there response two separate people with two different experiences in the same day. kevens by phone and mine in person. But ways a business should never be handled. Appointment was clearly made late Sunday on blue tooth to car stereo and I wrote it down as he asked twice about time as habit from his old job. He does it on any appointments. I have never been there before and to get screamed at barely getting out of car after showing up ten minutes early and never being there before. While the correct answer from buisness owner would have been I am sorry but we over booked could we please reschedule even if it was our fault, which it was not. WILL NEVER GO BACK ALREADY GOT NEW DOG GROOMER And over this having better things to do with my time..
Drop my dog off at 8:30am. Picked him up the next day at 1:30pm. Charged me $81.00 and took my own food. Place is filthy and my dog smelled of urine terribly. Will never go back.
The owners are super nice. They accommodated our daycare request. Corey was great at drop off, and said I could call and check in anytime. Cynthia was nice and welcoming when we picked Beacon up. I would use this dog daycare/boarding facilty again!
My dog went as a puppy in good condition where he loved anyone and was happy. A week later after we picked him up he was missing his tags, fur and his harness was destroyed. He was scared of me and acting really wrird. His bed and his fur smelled awful like urine. Now he is terrified of men and urinates himself whenever any male gets near him. I don't think my dog will ever be able to be boarded again and I suspect that he was abused or that something happened to him at the boarding place that changed him. The owner was rude to us and just pushed our dog away into the boarding area when we dropped him off. I would highly recommend spending a couple extra dollars and boarding somewhere else.
Cindy does a great job taking care of our little six pound poodle, giving him a really nice looking poodle haircut with the pompoms and all. She also gives our Frenchie a bath. Both our dogs come home with their nails trimmed and ready to go for another four weeks. I really don't understand any of the very few negative reviews, except maybe some people are simply negative to begin with!
As it was going to be the first time leaving our dog overnight, we requested to look at the kennel before dropping her off. The owner seemed hesitant but agreed. We were horrified by what we saw. The grooming area had fur strewn all over the floor and looked like what I can only describe as a murder shed. The kennel area reeked of urine (and not just one dog having an accident, it was like it had never been cleaned) and had the most depressing looking doggy beds. My dog bolted back out the front door and we quickly followed. I suggest everyone else does the same. Maybe I'm just spoiled with the amenities near Detroit but this was in way worse condition than the pound we got our dog from. Just appalled this place is still in business.
I am absolutely disgusted with this poor excuse for a “pet resort”. If you love your pet do not send them here because they will be extremely mistreated and probably effected by it!! My sweetheart of a dog went and was forever changed by his stay there. He is now terrified of men. I wasn’t there I didn’t witness my dog being abused but when your dog goes from being amazing with anyone and loving everyone in the whole world to cowering in fear anytime a man comes near and flinching, hiding, even having accidents when a man tries to touch him I would say that it’s fair to guess he was abused. Don’t let these people make you pay money so they can hit and hurt your dogs who are part of your family find somewhere else your dog deserves better.