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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!
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.
We were very lucky to have had Nia for our recent house sit. She communicated well before the sit and arrived as planned. We shared a meal before we left which gave us time to get to know her and tell her about the house and our pets. After we left it soon became clear the cats loved Nia and the attention she gave them. We were kept informed throughout her stay with regular updates and video clips of what they were up to and how the garden was growing etc. We highly recommend Nia as a pet/house sitter and we would certainly have her back should the opportunity arise. Thanks again Nia
Great pet sitter - took perfect care of our cat and our home. They were super communicate leading up to and during the sit and left our apartment in great shape. I'd absolutely recommend them to any future sitters!
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.
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!
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.
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.
Raquel was simply terrific! She and her husband, Miguel, had to fill in at the last minute for another sitter who had a death in her family. This meant that the length of the stay and sitting they had originally signed up for doubled. Completely undaunted, they did a GREAT job for us. Our cat and dog got lots of love and affection, and plenty of exercise, food, and rest. Our house and yard were cared for with equal conscientiousness. It was wonderful for us to be able to rely so completely on these super zeewoi. We recommend them 100 percent!
My husband and I are so grateful for Cendy staying with our ~1yr old cat for nearly a full month. We were nervous to leave her for so long but Cendy had Wilma literally eating out of the palm of his hand and snuggling with him in no time. Cendy was incredibly communicative with us and attentive to Wilma consistently for the entire duration of the sit which was such a relief and gave us the piece-of-mind needed to fully enjoy our trip. We returned back to an impeccably clean apartment and a very content kitty. For the first few days back Wilma was definitely looking around for Cendy, missing her buddy. We (and Wilma!) would welcome Cendy back any time, especially for a longer stay knowing how responsible of a sitter he was. Couldn't recommend enough!
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, $21/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!
Kayleigh has been an exceptional pet sitter; her genuine love for animals really shows. Her strong communication skills, timely updates, integrity and punctuality make her stand out as an exceptional pet sitter! I've decided to exclusively hire Kayleigh as my go-to sitter because of the peace of mind she provided during the holidays and travels - it is truly invaluable! Do not hesitate to book Kayleigh for your next trip!
Kayleigh is a pleasure to work with and great to our 2 puppies. I highly recommend her for your dog training and sitting needs.
I absolutely love Happy Hounds! Kayleigh is an excellent trainer and my dog has grown and learned so much since working with her. I’m so glad to have found a doggy daycare nearby so that my dog can be socialized and get some play and exercise in while I’m at work. I highly recommend the doggy daycare service as dogs get play time, socialization as well as some one on one training throughout the day. Kayleigh also sends updates throughout the day.
Our two dogs, Ember and Maple, have been attending doggy day school with Kayleigh for about a month. Over such short time both pups are gaining confidence and new skills to be the best versions of themselves. Each dog has an individualized learning/training plan geared specifically to parent goals/wants for their dog. Each plan is carefully crafted to meet your dogs individual needs. I have seen huge improvement in both dogs, based on these individual goals. And I cannot wait to continue working with Kayleigh to achieve these goals, with new ones of work on in the future! Before discovering a Happy Hounds I was worrying all day, flying home for lunch breaks to care for the pups and leaving again. Kayleigh has resolved this in every way! A huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders knowing our pups are receiving one on one/small group training/socialization, mental enrichment, quality care, specific training based on learning goals, and so much more. Kayleigh takes great care of our pups and always shares detailed reports throughout the week. Kayleigh is extremely knowledgeable and has shared many great tips/techniques that I am now able to carry over into our home routines! Consistency is key and this is exactly what Kayleigh provides. I could not be happy with this doggy day school, I highly recommend!
We were so lucky to find Kayleigh! I work long hours at a demanding job and needed to find someone along the commute who could handle a teething rambunctious puppy for the day...a tall order! Kayleigh's patience, commitment to regular training and enrichment, and professionalism showed from day one. Her communication is timely, professional and friendly. She is SO considerate and attentive to behavioral needs and cues, and carefully monitors the dynamic with other pets. Her updates through the day are thoughtful and well-timed, and the facilities are spotless. Her business isn't just a "drop'em'off and pick'emup, it's a well run enrichment center for dogs. We continue to be impressed!
Kayleigh has watched my cat a couple of times and did a wonderful job. I trust her completely and so does my cat! Kayleigh does exactly what you ask, sends pictures, and is very observant of health changes. It’s hard to leave your animals with a stranger, but Kayleigh is competent and very reliable.
Kit watched my 5 month old Mini Bernedoodle and it was the best decision we ever made. He LOVED the experience, so much so that whenever we play videos of him taking a hike with Kit and her pack, he barks and his tail wags with such excitement. 10/10 would recommend Kit and her services, the dogs feel safe, comfortable, and have a ton of fun! Thank you, Kit!
Kit was positively incredible and accommodating! She was able to take in our two dogs at the last minute and made us feel so comfortable about leaving them with her. She is very experienced and the sweetest woman we had ever met. She puts my current daycare to absolute shame, my only wish is that I could bring Kida there every day! Thank you SO much Kit! You made our weekend!
Thank you so much Kit for watching Gizmo while we skied at Mount Snow! He had so much fun! I’m going to look into getting him so moose antler bones! Those were great!!
No better place to board your dog! The owner is super hands-on with her furry clients, who get spoiled by long walks in the woods, play time with other dogs, and tons of love and attention. Book ahead of time, the slots fill up fast!
We always leave our dog when we go for sking in mount snow This place actually play with my dog
A true professional “Dog Whisperer”. Our 6month old Luca 🐕🦺 cannot wait to join the fun again. …
Awesome dog sitter. Spoiled our doggy daughter with a dog party all day.