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Julia was an amazing sitter and we couldn't be happier with our experience! From our first contact to when we arrived home after our trip, communication was excellent and we were able to enjoy our time away with complete peace of mind that our pets and our home were in good hands. We particularly appreciated how clean and tidy everything was when we got home with the linens and towels all washed and dried! Our cats clearly didn't miss us a bit - they were relaxed, their coats brushed and were giving us side-eye "oh, so, back to normal then? " looks as we unpacked. Thanks for everything Julia!
I'm delighted to have found Lisa as a sitter and hope to have her back again! She was detail oriented and clearly cared about my cats' well being. She asked good questions about the cats' routines and needs and about the house to be sure she'd meet my expectations and have a comfortable and successful sit. She communicated very well before and throughout the sit and even though I was unreachable for much of the time I was confident everyone was in good hands. Lisa left the house in immaculate condition and the cats were relaxed and happy when I got home. What a delight!
I feel that Julia is simply the best person and pet sitter I could ask for. They really cared for our cat and gave him lots of attention. She is flexible, upbeat, reliable, considerate and great at communicating. I highly recommend Julia and Chris.
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!
Kira was the best sitter we have ever had! I chose Kira because of her reviews, ability to sit during the dates I needed and willingness to communicate with my daughter/neighbor who co-parents Colby with us. I am always a bit anxious about having someone in my home and trusting them with our fluffy son. Kira put us at ease almost immediately. I received photos and videos everyday throughout the stay. I got updates on Colby’s activity and the fun they were having together. My heart felt full knowing that Colby was being well loved and cared for. Additionally, Kira was so kind to keep us posted on any deliveries that arrived at the house. Finally, when I arrived home, the house was tidy and clean! Again, I am so grateful that Kira was there keeping the house and my cat safe! I hope she will come back and sit again. I know Colby would love to see her again.
After seeing the numerous positive reviews, I knew Cung would be an easygoing and professional cat sitter and house guest, and he was :-) Easy communication, prompt updates and clear concern for Boz & Artie's wellbeing, and pictures of cozying up on the couch together all made our time away secure and stress free. Upon returning home, the cats were chill and the apt was left spotless, as though he hadn't even been there.
Quinn was an amazing sitter for my cat Moon! She regularly checked in with updates on moon while we were away on a two week vacation, and seemed to give her plenty of attention, play with her, etc. Communication was easy and she left our apartment spotless after departing. Highly recommend her as a pet sitter!
Jenima is an excellent sitter! She is organized, communicative and flexible throughout the stay. We needed a sitter at the last minute because Jazz got sick, and Jenima saved us. We left a little worried about him, but Jenima took care of him really well and kept us informed. Cats love her! We definitely recommend her to take care of your pets!
Karen was able to step in a sit for me on short notice after another sitter canceled. She was very thorough and communicative and I felt I had left my apartment and cats in good hands with her. I came home to a clean apartment and happy cats. I definitely recommend Karen as a sitter.
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.
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!
Our pups stayed at Paw Pack while we went out of the country for the first time + for the first time, I actually felt comfortable leaving them somewhere without constant worry - even though we were gone for a week! The minute we came to check out the place, we got such a good vibe from them. The owner and every member of the staff that we interacted with was super friendly + you can tell they truly love dogs - they were so excited to hang out with our puppies which definitely made me feel at ease. We couldn't get on the app from out of the country so the owner sent me pictures via text/email. The entire experience was so easy from booking to picking up! The prices are super reasonable and they took holiday photos during their stay as well which were super cute! I'm very happy we found a place that truly cares + actually feels like our pups are on vacation too! Highly recommended A++++
Some of the most friendly people you will ever meet! You should never have any question on whether you doggy best friend would be treated well. Heck sometimes i think they enjoy it there more then home 😅 I whole heartedly recommended Paw Pack for anyone who has the best interest in mind for their fur babies! I would give 10 stars if google would let me!
Everyone at Pawpack Doggy Daycare is super nice. They are easy to work with and take great care of my dog.
Our 10 month old puppy has been going here for 6 months now and we love it every bit as much as the day we discovered this place. We have attended a program for puppy Kindergarten (Milo graduated!), used the grooming services, and take him 3 times a week for puppy daycare. He is so excited going into this place, he drags us from the car into the door. He comes home tired from his day of fun on the weekdays, which is good because we are tired from our work days too! Very nice staff that we completely trust with our beloved puppy!
My girl Sookie loves to come here to see her friends! The people are so nice, willing to work with the dogs and the atmosphere is bright and friendly and clean. Sookie gets excited when she sees where we are going.😁 …
Boarded our 2 frenchie for overnight everything seemed ok think they fed them little too much and their food bowl was all chewed up ?? But they were clean and happy when we picked them up will use again Pawpack again , prices are reasonable ,clean place arriving staff was really friendly , and welcoming , upon pick up not so much seemed like they were not all there, were scatter brained but still my lpups came back happy so nice place 4- stars . Thanks
Fantastic place to board your pets! Staff are extremely friendly, professional, and responsive. Highly recommend if you’re looking for either a short or long term stay. Staff were very accommodating to our pups needs and medical issues. Updates were provided to us daily to ensure our dogs were doing well. Facility was clean and accessible to many areas within northeast Pennsylvania. Can’t wait for our next stay!!!!
My 13 month old Australian Cattle Dog “Cassius” had a wonderful experience at Paw Pack Doggy Daycare. It was his first time in a daycare setting. We liked the owner so much we felt comfortable leaving him overnight 2 days later. He couldn’t get out of the car fast enough,he was so excited about going again. We will definitely be using Paw Pack again. We met the husband (co-owner) when we picked up. He made the same great impression as his wife. We could’ve got a daycare closer to our destination. It was worth going out of our way. Love ❤️ this place!
We absolutely LOVE Paw Pack Doggy daycare!!! The staff is wonderful, and our pups are treated so kindly by everyone 😊 …
Very nice place and very friendly staff! When our dog’s old groomer moved away we were worried that we would have trouble finding another groomer that we could trust. Today, we took our dog, Mickey, here to get groomed and he looks great! Thank you to the groomers at Paw Pack groomer! We will be back! :)
My parents have used KC Kennels with all 3 of the dogs our family has had (since I was in Jr High). Karen is super great with them and they are always happy to see her! If I lived closer- my dog would also be a guest from time to time too! Super professional and kind.
This place is great. We are taking our dogs there for years. Karen and her husband are wonderful and we feel more than comfortable to leave the dogs with them.
Wonderful couple that takes care of your dog and rescues. Family run. Very caring and priced well. Will be my go to for difficult fosters.
Great people. Very clean
Very cooperative.
Great Care of my furbaby, NICE PEOPLE !!!!!!!!!!!
Great place for your fur babies. Very easy to work with, they take great care of your pets, and flexible. I had my Bernese Mountain Dog groomed there and he looked great at the end of his stay.
Definitely a hidden gem. Had a last minute emergency. I called to have my dog boarded and all places booked because it was a summer weekend. I spoke with the owner Don from Hamlin Kennel who took my dog. Sometimes emergencies erupt and Hamlin Kennel definitely stepped up making my emergency a lot easier on one end! When I picked my dog up an employee I spoke with was very professional and gave me great detail on my dog while she kenneled. It definitely seemed my dog, Sandy, was very happy while she was there. Thank you again Don and the Hamlin Kennel team!!😊
Professional, friendly and attentive from the drop off to pick up. Straight forward pricing at very reasonable rates. The kennel was very clean and staff answered all of our questions and sent us updated texts on how Gus & Oliver were doing. Highly recommend!
Do not take your dogs here, my friend was charged 800 for a week. And was not told about the price change. And the dogs didn't get a bath or anything special. What is going on when people charge more then they say and it's not that great service . Everyone needs to pay what they are told , not more when you pick up . Be safe out there , don't let them take advantage of you. And our pets.
The charges when we picked our animals up were different than what we were quoted when we made the reservation for our dog and cat. There were additional charges that we understood because our dog needed quarantine, and our cat was not doing well and needed medication from the vet. None of those additional charges were the issue. What was the issue was we made it clear our cat was diabetic when we made the reservation and we were told that it would cost five dollars per dose to give him his insulin twice daily. When we went to pick them up, we were charged $15 per dose instead of the five we were quoted which was a difference of $400. It takes less than 15 seconds to give a cat a shot of insulin in the scruff of his neck twice daily 10 hours apart. When I commented about the difference in the price with the owner, he told me there was no wiggle room In the final bill. I believe our pets were treated well and cared for but I also feel that advantage was taken Because we were on an extended vacation and they just figured we’d pay whatever. I don’t believe I would use them again.
Very irresponsible. No commination. Nasty attitude. Over charged. Didn't take care of my dog the way we asked for. Will never use them again
A hidden doggie gem! I have a very energetic rescue pup. Was looking for a local place where she could get some open play and socialization. Was recommended by friends and very thankful. This is a great place, such wonderful people. Fair prices, good hours, clean and tidy. My pup knows when we’re turning the corner and gets so excited!
I have been taking my Fur babies to Hamlin Kennels for the past two years! If you were to ask anyone who knows me, I am VERY Particular about where and with who I trust to leave them with. To say this Kennel was a great choice would be an understatement!! They are Wonderful!! After a complete tour and meeting several of the staff members I was absolutely positive I couldn’t go wrong and I was right. They took excellent care of my girls each and every time. They always came home smelling clean and fresh and happy! The owner is very responsive to calls and treats your fur babies as his own. As for pricing.. it’s all laid out in front of you before you make a reservation and if your still unsure it’s on the boards in the office or the owner is more than happy to discuss with you. Prices are more than fair for the services offered. Unfortunately I have recently relocated states away where the prices for boarding and grooming services are much higher. Hamlin Kennels are hands down the best choice for the area & we are truly going to miss them.
Great experience!! After bringing my dog here for numerous years I cannot believe these negative reviews which do not reflect my experiences. The staff is wonderful, professional and always willing to accommodate me and my pup and more importantly my dog gets excited to come here and use the facility along with the dog park. There is an information sheet with policies for new customers which you read and it’s obvious that the people with these negative things to say did not take the time out to read it pertaining to holidays, drop offs and pick up times. Don’t be discouraged from these demanding people, try them out and you will be very happy!!!
Thank you to the entire staff for allowing our boy to have a wonderful "vacation" while we were away. They set up a stay tailored to his needs and gave us the peace of mind we needed to feel comfortable choosing their establishment. He was happy to see us when we arrived but also looked back at a staff member who brought him out to us with a doggy smile and a spin as if to say "hey thats my mom and dad" and share with her his happiness of us being there before running into our arms full of joy. We could tell he felt comfortable there and when he came home he was his happy playful self. We played for hours and then he took a very relaxed nap afterward. It was difficult for me to be away from him for the time we were on vacation but the staff responded to my check in texts and kept me up on how he was doing. They loved him and he loved his stay. This is now the only place we will consider for his future vacations and plan to set up play dates soon.
Lori Jean Karluk of Silver Snuggles Pet and House Sitting is not only an outstanding and reliable human being, she is a true animal lover and advocate. When we travel, we leave our home and beloved animals in her care and never think twice about anything ! She is reliable, caring, prompt, and attentive. Lori Jean adores animals. Last summer we had a suspicious vehicle at our home, and Lori Jean went WAY beyond what her contract required of her. She dealt with the situation for HOURS, calling the state police, contacting us, staying while the trooper inspected our home. Not to mention our cats LOVE her. They come running when she arrives. Need I say more ??
Lori Jean is a wonderful person with a genuine love of animals. My dog took to her right away. She is happy to go with Lori,and comes back happy and looking well-cared for by Lori. I would NEVER leave my dog with anyone I could not trust completely. I am very grateful to have found Lori Jean.
Lori Jean's primary business is pet sitting. But when I could not find a property manager to keep an eye on my father's house through his final days in assisted living and ultimate death, I turned to her for house sitting services. Living 200 miles away, during a pandemic and during winter, she was a life saver. She visited the house, checked for things like leaking pipes, and texted me pictures of the thermostat. One day, the heat was off, and she not only reported the problem, she actually went down the basement, added water to the steam boiler, and fixed it. Have not used the pet sitting services, but we have traded photos of our pets, and her love for animals comes through loud and clear in her online postings. My highest recommendation.
Lori I want to tell you how impressed I was with the cleanliness of your home and your reasonable prices. I will definitely recommend you to friends and family when they need a pet sitter. I was nervous about leaving my dog with a stranger but when my friend Anette recommended you I knew you would be trustworthy. Happy New Year!!
Lori has watched our dogs in the past and has taken great care of them . We would trust her anytime with our animals.
Learned to late
We have tried several places to board our Nina & Bella. The places were all cages for the dogs & our dogs are not use to being caged. They love interacting with people & other animals. We then found Barks Town Country, Chris & Brooke are the nicest people! We knew from our first time meeting them they love animals. Our dogs loved going to their home where they got the same care there like home. Our Bella has a medical issue & when she gets nervous there is always a change in her bowel movement. Going to Barks Town Country there is no change in Bella 🥰. Both Nina & Bella come home exhausted from playing so much. We are so grateful that we found them & we highly recommend them.
If you have been worrying about finding a safe and comfortable place to leave your dog overnight, you can breathe a sigh of relief. These are your people. I had been dreading the day when I would have to board our 2 year old dog. She is used to being with family, is a sweet pup, can be a little nervous and is a bit spoiled... I just didn’t see her faring well in a traditional kennel. I found Brooke and Chris Rivera’s BarksTown site and thought it would be too good to be true... However, I’m pleased to tell you that they are amazing. They took our dog into their home and gave her what seemed like a little “vacation” of her own! Our dog got first class treatment that included walks, lots of play time, snuggles, daily brushing, lounging around a super cute home and best of all, she made new friends with the Rivera’s over-the-top cute dog, Marshmallow. I received pictures and daily updates on our dog that included details about how she was adjusting and overall reassurances that she was having a great time! When we got home and reunited with our furry family member, she was relaxed and just happy to see us again. She was bright eyed, rested and even smelled good! Give these folks a call if you need a place for your dog to stay. You (and your beloved pet) won’t be disappointed! Thank you, BarksTown!! 🐾🐶
We boarded our dogs with BarksTown Country this past weekend and I couldn’t have been happier! We have two Rhodesian ridgebacks who can be a little hard to handle, and on top of that, they're my babies so I am VERY overprotective of them and am extremely picky about who watches them. I’ve been looking for an in home boarding service for awhile now and am SO happy I found Barkstown Country. We've boarded our dogs at traditional kennels in the past and I just never felt comfortable leaving them there - one of my dogs would start shaking in fear the second we showed up at the kennel. But when we showed up at Chris and Brooke's, both dogs settled in instantly and felt right at home! We brought them out back to check out the fenced in play area and instantly they started playing!! This is when I knew we had come to the right place! When the dogs are inside they're not kept in a kennel, and can comfortably sleep on the couch or bed (which is exactly what they do when they’re home). Chris sent me pictures and updates throughout the weekend which gave me a peace of mind knowing they were happy and well taken care of! I’d highly recommend BarksTown country! We’ll definitely be using them again!
If you’re looking for a dog walker - then I 110% recommend Barkstown Country. We were having issues with our 6 year old medium sized puppers, Penny. She is housed trained and rarely had any accidents in the house until this passed winter. After a few weeks of consistent accidents we decided she needed someone to get her out of the house in the middle of the day. We reached out to Barkstown and that same day Brooke responded to us to set up a time for her and Chris to come and meet us and Penny and just get an idea of what we were looking for. Right away Penny (and us) loved them! They were so accommodating when it came to my Husband’s and my schedules (which at the time was consistently changing especially with the snow / working from home). After every walk we would get a text from Brooke or Chris saying Penny was good to go and occasionally we’d get an adorable picture of Penny enjoying the outside! We could tell that they just enjoyed taking care of your dog and gave them as much love that we would give our pup. We recently moved out of the area but Chris and Brooke still occasionally check in with us to see how Penny is doing! They’re truly amazing and caring people! Thank you guys for everything!
THE ABSOLUTE BEST!!! I have never boarded my 6 year old Yorkie before and when I had a family emergency (my mother fell on Christmas) Chris and Brooke took my fur baby on short notice during the very busy holiday weekend. I was so nervous and stressed out at the thought of putting my spoiled yorkie in a kennel when hes never even been in a crate - thats when I found BarksTown Country which is kennel free at their own home. Chris and Brooke are the most genuine people and it was divine intervention that I found them because I will go back again and again. It was like having a friend watch my dog. They were easy to communicate with, sent me pictures all the time which totally put my mind at ease, and most importantly they treat your dog like one of their own - seriously! My yorkie snuggled with Chris' mom all weekend (they sent me pictures, she was literally holding him while snoozing like a baby in her arms on the couch) and their dog, Marshmallow, was the most friendly (and adorable) host. I think my dog actually came back to me in better spirits than when I dropped him off! Thank you chris, brooke and family.... can't wait to see you again!!!
We've been using BarksTown's services to walk our boxer Monday through Friday for the past year, and have been very happy. They're reliable, responsive, and clearly care about her. We just started using the BarksTown Country boarding services as well and it was such a relief to know our pup was in good hands while we were traveling. They shared pics and video of her throughout the week and their pickup/dropoff service made it incredibly convenient.
Chris has been taking care of my five cats for a year now. He sends photos of my cats when he visits and keeps me updated on how they are doing. Chris is gentle with my cats and they are happy with him. I’m am extremely satisfied with BarksTown Country.
I am so glad I had Chris take care of my senior cat Etta while I was away He was wonderful with her and even sent me a picture to put my mind at ease She was fed and socialized and received her medications from a loving sole I think she misses him Will definitely use his services again
The best ever!! I have a chihuahua. Pinto first stayed in August and I've used them every month since. Every time I call to see if there is availability for Pinto to stay they come through. Pinto absolutely loves staying with them. Wish I found them years ago!
Gentle and loving owners that care about your furbaby