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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.
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!
Susan and Miranda are amazing! I've had the pleasure of working with many sitters and they are truly exceptional. They were great at keeping in touch, sent lots of updates, asked good questions, really bonded with the cats, clearly very experienced working with animals and understanding their needs, and generally lovely to deal with. They were really patient putting up with a whole bunch of deliveries and even assembled a spare bed! They also left the place spotless with clean sheets on the bed. I'm pretty sure the cats loved Susan and Miranda more than us by the end of their stay! I'd highly recommend them to anyone and would love to have them stay again any time.
We were so pleased to meet John and Trisha! We had them come in a day before we left and enjoyed a nice meal with them and they got to meet Delilah (even if she didn’t seem interested) but she soon warmed up to them - except for the Cat Videos - she wasn’t very interested 🤣 When we returned our home was so clean (probably cleaner than we left it)! We got frequent pics and updates on our Princess! They also left us with a Progress Report with Delilah’s activities and what they did at the house before they left. We would highly recommend John & Trisha if you are lucky enough to have them apply for a House Sitters job! Bill, Kathy & Delilah 🐈⬛❤️
Amanda is truly our trusted sitter "find"! She comes back regularly, so much so that our kitties think she is their secondary owner! Always reliable, clean, responsible and most of all loves our cats as much as we do! Good communicator, self reliant - all in all a perfect "10"!
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.
My partner and I left our cat Mango in Lindsey's care for a month so that we could get married. We were going from FL to ME, so it was a long way from home. We were gone for a month. Picking the right houses sitter was important. We are so glad we picked Lindsey (and she picked us). From before Lindsey got on her plan to fly down, until she was back home again Lindsey was communicative, considerate and positive. We felt like we had a family member staying at our place and because of who she is, Mango and our home's well being was a weight off our mind during the wedding. If the need arises in the future we will definitely be giving her the right of first refusal. Thank you so much Lindsey!
Jenny was an absolute delight, lovely to speak to and patient with last minute changes. I have had bad experiences with trusting people with my cats before so was really anxious as Jenny is the first house sitter I have used from zeewoi. But, I felt at ease as soon as I spoke to her, she has a lovely manner and she came round the day before the sit to male sure she had every detail right. But I think the thing that helped the most was her regular updates about my cats. I could see from the videos she sent they were given lots of love and attention. My cats don't usually play with people but my little girl seemed to love her! My flat was immaculate when I got back as well, I am so grateful to Jenny for all her help and really hope to have her sit for me again!
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.
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 20$ per visit, $39/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 highly recommend West Wind Kennels! I had to kennel my 3 dogs there and I never been to a kennel that smelled so clean! Valerie took excellent care of them, even my mastiff that is not too sure of new people. Thank you Valerie!
We had to board our three dogs for a few days and while we were away we had an emergency and ended up leaving them for 12 days. Valerie was very kind and told us not to worry about our girls. She took great care of them and helped us out. Ours girls loved going there. Thanks Valerie
We feel confident our dog is well taken care of when we can't have her with us. We live downstate, but use Westwind to take care of our dog when we vacation in the area. We know she is well cared for and much safer than leaving her in our camper for extended periods of time, if she can't come with us.
Absolutely terrible, unprofessional!! Leaves your dog unattended locked in the building for days on end with a full kennel while Valerie goes out of town. If there was a fire or a problem your dog would die. Rarely feeds or takes care of your dog. I am appalled. NEVER take your pets here if you care about them. It’s worse than jail.
They were fantastic with our dog. He is very protective over his family and doesn't like being away from us or around strangers and they handled him like champs!!!!! I would recommend them to anyone looking for a caring dog sitter for their pet. They treat them like their own!!!!!!!
We put our 15 month old husky at the Kennels for the first time and it was great. Would definitely recommend the Kennels.
Our dog has separation anxiety but does great when he goes there. Very friendly and great with the dogs.
Valerie was very polite and friendly. Also, she was knowledgeable about dogs.
So glad we found this kennel, very accommodating and they attend to the guests well.
Best kennel I have ever used!
I cannot express enough gratitude for Riverside Pet Lodge. Michelle provided exceptional care and love to our beloved dog, Athena, throughout her life. From the time she was a puppy until her passing, Athena always looked forward to her stays at Riverside Pet Lodge. Michelle’s dedication and compassion were evident in every aspect of the lodge's care. Athena adored the riverside walks that Michelle would take her on. Knowing that she was in such loving and capable hands gave us immense peace of mind whenever we were away. Riverside Pet Lodge is more than just a boarding facility; it’s a second home for pets, filled with love and care. I highly recommend it to any pet owner looking for a safe, nurturing, and joyous environment for their furry friends. Thank you, Michelle, for all the wonderful years you gave to Athena.
I only board my dogs when really necessary but I feel good taking them to Riverside Pet Lodge. Michelle takes great care of them and the place is very clean. The dogs have their own run outside and don't have to be with other dogs. My dogs are small so I feel they're safer that way.
The owner, Michelle, takes very good care of the pets that are boarded with her. The kennels are clean and Michelle is quick to respond to phone calls or texts. My dog is old and has some health issues. When I have to go out of town, I always know she is in good hands with Michelle.
We always use riverside pet lodge whenever we are in town and need somewhere to keep our pet for a little while. They always try to accommodate a good drop off or pick up time with us and they even offer a military discount. We will continue to book through them for the foreseeable future.
Awesome place for my dogs! Owner is friendly and down to earth. This place came highly recommended and I can see why. Also the owner will text with you if you want to message about your pet.
It was our 1st time taking our husky here, and the owner was great and made us feel comfortable and treated our little girl like she was her own. We will definitely be taking her back there when needed and will not feel any anxiety or have any concerns. Thanks for watching over our little girl.
The staff here is very friendly . I took my 11 year old golden retriever in my one year old Weimaraner here when I was vacationing in Oscoda. The kennel very clean and there were a lot of dogs there. When we picked up our dogs they washed their dog beds for us !! I would highly recommend this place.
Michelle runs a great facility. Reasonable prices and she really does treat your pet like her own.
Michelle takes great care and provides a safe setting for my dog. Very organized!
Michelle is great and takes very good care of the animals and facility. Perfect setting for your furry friend.
We have just used Paula's Pet Sitting service for the first time with 3 of our whacky kitties, and it was the least stressful absence we've EVER had! It's so nice to have the peace of mind that everything is taken care of and to be able to see and read that all the critters are acting normally. Thank you so much, team! We will be sorely disappointed to ever live somewhere without this service.
We have used Paula's Pet Sitting for over 2 years now and taken advantage of the wide range of services they offer. They are always flexible with our ever changing schedule and always go above and beyond to make sure our fur baby is taken care of. Another great feature is the time to pet app that they use. Everyday I get an update with pictures of how our little fur baby is doing during her visit. The pet sitters are always professional and always respond quickly to questions and schedule changes. I would highly recommend using Paula's Pet Sitting for all your pet sitting needs.
I have only used them a few times so far but HIGHLY recommend!!! My friends first showed me how to get a pet sitter with an app while I was away visiting them and I loved the idea so I could set up times without having to call. When my one of my other friends told me about Paula's Pet Sitting it was exactly what I wanted! Unlike Rover and Wag you get to meet your team and that was extremely important to me. They came, saw where we kept pet items in the house, and met me and my pups. When they came both times, they were fantastic! They let you know when they have arrived, and then at the end they send you pictures of their visit as well as a message letting you know how it went. It is so nice to have finally found a pet sitter I feel comfortable with and with many options to use (dog walks, mid day let outs, overnights, etc.). Again, I HIGHLY recommend them.
I brought home a 6 week old puppy and hated leaving him alone during the day. Driving home on my lunch break daily was not a sustainable plan. A friend recommended Paula's pet sitting and I am so pleased I contacted them! My puppy gets visits twice a day and loves each woman on the team that is assigned to him. They refresh his water, prep Kong toys, replace soiled potty pads, and send me a report with pictures after each visit. I am still working on training and the ladies work along with me. If I require the dog sits before a gate is opened, they do the same. If I reward my puppy for relieving himself in the correct place, they do to. I don't have to worry that visits are counteracting the training. If you are considering using a pet sitter- go with Paula's!
We used to avoid travelling because it was so uncomfortable asking friends and neighbors to care for our cat while we were gone and the cat would get upset and pee on the carpets. With Paula's we know our pets routine is as normal as possible so they're happy when we get back. They even water our plants and come at 12 hr intervals to administer meds to our 17 yr old cat.
We have moved to Midland in 2018 we needed to travel shortly there after. We are so lucky to have found Paula’s Petsitting. Without her and her staff it would’ve been very difficult to go on trips and feel assured that our “hairy “children are very well taken care of. Before moving here we used to “board “ our Pets and having them at home in their own environment is such a reassuring thing. Thank you for giving us peace of mind !
We hired Paula's pet sitting on 2 different occasions now. Their service is outstanding. The pet sitters are going above and beyond at each visit, they will check everything and keep you informed every step of the way. Last minute requests are responded to within minutes. Will definitely continue to use.
We planned a trip and three months before we left, decided to get two more westies, in addition to our four year old. We have only left the four year old with family members, but with two puppies, thought it would be best to keep their routine at home. Our vet recommended Paula's and the experience was wonderful! Daily updates and pictures made our vacation so much more enjoyable, knowing our boys were at home, playing in their own yard and sleeping in their own beds. Gigi did a wonderful job with the dogs and answered every question I had while we were gone!
Paula's Pet Sitting provides excellent care and recreation for my crazy cat, while providing me with peace of mind. And that is all I ask. I receive 'real time' reports and photos, which when shared with others always evokes the same response: "I don't get that kind of service from my pet sitter!" I will continue to use this service and confidently recommend it to others.
We are so happy to have found Paula's Pet Sitting! Paula and Amy take great care of our older dog, who is beginning to experience some health issues. It's comforting to know that she is in good hands when we are away from home!
Horrible never take your pets filthy smelly my pets had to be bathed before I could let them in the house they were covered in piss. Not sure if they were fed food gone but they ate as if they never were fed.
If I could give this place a negative star, oh believe me I WOULD! The ONLY reason this place gets a 1 star is because it wont let me post by not putting 1 star. DO NOT, I REPEAT DO NOT BRING YOUR ANIMAL(S) here, UNLESS you want them to be DRAGGED across the ground ONLY BECAUSE my dog didn’t want to go “inside”. My mom dropped 3 of our dogs off because we were going to be out of town for a couple days. When I found out what this lady did to 1 of our dogs I was FURIOUS. My fiancé and I went to pick them up the next day (no choice) I told my side of the story (from what my mom told me) then I asked her for her side of the story (she told me) I asked the lady “how would you like it if someone DRAGGED your dog into someplace because they “didn’t want to come inside”? She said “they’re surviving” I said back to her “BARELY” she told my fiancé and I to “get out”we both said “absolutely NOT, give us our animals. She wouldn’t until we paid her. We DID NOT pay her. The moment she dragged my dog across the ground, THAT was her payment. I wouldn’t bring ANYTHING here even if it was the last place on earth. DO NOT COME HERE!!!!!
If I could give 0 starts I would. My husband took one of our dogs hunting and she rolled in deer poop. He called this place to give her a bath and when he came to pick her up they cut/shaved her fur. The cut job wasn’t even good and looks butchered all around. They also cut almost all of her floof off of her butt. She is a border collie and the lady claimed she was matted. When my husband messaged with the lady she replied “well at least it will grow back”. Extremely frustrated and do not recommend going here.
Wow! Our Alaskan Malamute went in for grooming and stayed a week while we were on vacation. Absolutely thrilled with the grooming. Every single inch of our dog from head to toe was impeccable, fresh and clean. So much time went into this. Very impressed!!! 🔥 …
It was our 1st time having our Newfoundland & Saint Bernard groomed here and we were extremely satisfied. The patience that the groomer provided with our Newf (she is 10 & has arthritis) by letting her lay down when she needed to means he truly cares, he did a wonderful job grooming both dogs and we will definitely be back & recommend them to others.
They were great with my dog. In 1 HR, he was brushed out, bathed, clipped, and had his nails clipped. He is a big boy so I only met the husband. He works with large breed dogs.
I've never left my fur babies with a "sitter" before so it was a little nerve wracking to leave them for the weekend. The owner could tell that I was worried so she ensured me everything would be okay and wished me a safe and fun trip. I came back to the same happy 4 legged wiggle butts and the owner had even washed the blanket I had left with them. I didn't leave the owner with an easy task as I have a pitbull that is aggressive to dogs outside of his family, and I left her with a 4 month old German shepard who is afraid of her own shadow and doesnt know how to walk on a leash yet. For anyone who says this place is gross and smells....it is a boarding facility, but whenever I was in there it smelt like cleaning supplies. All of the cages were clean, decent sizes and the dogs had access to fresh air. I think the owner is very nice, sensitive to my feelings and needs, very fair on pricing and she followed all the little directions and suggestions I had left with her. Thank you for your services, this will be my go to place whenever I have to go down state!
My encounter with Antler Creek Kennel was extremely rude. I requested a female to trim my dog's nails because my dog does not do well with males. I was reassured a female would be there. No female. The man was rude and impatient. I warned them Doebee was not an easy dog to trim...she reassured me that they could handle it. Obviously the can not. I wasted my time and money they failed to provide any service. Not even friendly!
Very quick & easy to get my dog in to be groomed. His appointment took 2 hours. Pleasant to deal with. She even took him in on a Sunday. I was very surprised! Buck came home shiny & smelled so good. Very happy! Thank you Antler Creek! 🙂 …
Clipped our dogs nails so short they all bled. Combed and brushed so hard the dog had scabs all over her body. My friend caught the owner jerking and swearing a small dog around because it wouldn't hold still while she was working on it. Never going back to this place!!! Would not recommend it to any one.
This is a great place. My dog was abused before I adopted her. Even with that going against her she still learned an incredible amount from these wonderful people. I would recommend them in a heartbeat. Very fair and honest people. My dog loves it here!
Great owner! I bring my 10 yr old pitbull in to get her nails cut and he gets right down on the ground with her and does an awesome job!
Tim and Kathy always provide excellent care for our animals. The facilities are clean and our dogs actually like going there. Highly recommend.
Cathy does such a great job. My 2 girls come out looking and smelling so pretty
This place is awesome, been taking my baby there for 8 years. Treat your pets as their own.
Trained two of my uncle's gold retrievers and hopefully the third soon.
Tim was and is very helpful. He knows his business.
I liked that they worked well with my dog and took the time to show me.
Worked with us during a family emergency. Very kind people
My dogs love this place!