Pet Sitters in Big Rapids, MI
Any sitter, one price
$20 per night
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Rose
Rose and mark were fantastic. Very professional and caring sitters. I never felt that I needed to worry about anything. They left my home in the condition as if they had never been there. I, absolutely couldn't have been more impressed and pleased.
Sitter available from
Oct 1
Annie
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.
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Oct 1
Jordan
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!
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Oct 1
Francesco
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!
Sitter available from
Oct 1
Patti
Everything was great even though they were here for some unfortunate circumstances (hurricane and extended power outage). Sent frequent updates and our cat seemed to like them.
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Oct 1
Hannah
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!
Sitter available from
Oct 1
Misti
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!
Sitter available from
Oct 1
Lilly
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.
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Oct 1
Gwynn
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!
Sitter available from
Oct 1
Courtenay
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
Sitter available from
Oct 1
Wendy
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.
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Oct 1
Julian
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.
Sitter available from
Oct 1
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Lynn
Another amazing sit by Anna and her lovely family - our cocker spaniel Holly has had the best fortnight with these guys with lots of adventures and endless amounts of love and attention! Highly recommend as 5-star house and pet sitters - thank you Anna - hope to see you again!
Jan
Abi and David were FABULOUS pet sitters during our 5-day trip. They were devoted and fun dog walkers, park-goers and ball throwers. They communicated well and sent pictures. And when we got home, the house looked great, and the dogs looked calm. We would gladly have them. Sit for us again and highly recommend them.
Barbara
Lisa and her friend Sara were amazing pet and house sitters! We can't say enough great things about them - our pets were so calm when we returned from our trip and so happy... Lisa and Sara kept in touch with us regularly and sent us beautiful photos of the pets as well. We returned to a spotless home, fresh flowers and a note with polaroids of Soy, Calvin and Chickie! We absolutely loved hosting Lisa and Sara and highly recommend them, they are some of the best sitters we have ever had and they're welcome back anytime!!
Bonnie
Bard and Kim are amazing house sitters and pet care givers. I would recommend them over and over. I wish I could add numbers to the scale. They would get a 10+. Bard and Kim were super easy to work with, efficient, self-sufficient, and considerate. They took immaculate care of my home; it was definitely cleaner after they left! I would recommend them without hesitation over and over.
Claudine
We had the pleasure of having Tara as our house sitter while we were away, and we can't praise her enough for the fantastic job she did. Not only did she take excellent care of our home, but she also showed tremendous love and attention to our beloved dogs. From the moment Tara walked through the door, we could tell she had a genuine passion for animals. She immediately bonded with our dogs, and they seemed completely at ease with her. Throughout our trip, she provided us with regular updates and photos, which truly put our minds at ease knowing our boys were in great hands. Tara took great care of our home as well. It was evident that she respected our space and coming back home, we found everything just as we left it, if not even better! We highly recommend Tara to anyone in need of a reliable, trustworthy, and caring house sitter. Her communication was excellent, and she proved herself to be a responsible and dedicated individual. If you want to ensure your pets and home are in the best hands while you're away, Tara is the perfect choice. Thank you, Tara, for taking such incredible care of our dogs and home. You made our trip stress-free, and we're truly grateful.
Robert
Melissa did an AWESOME job with our 4 pets! Her personal style and communication via text, video, and pics were stellar and super comforting while we were out of town for 2 weeks. She showed up before the sit to go over instructions for the pet care and was even here when we returned (before she left for her next engagement). You would never know this was her first TH sit. She quickly earned our trust, asked for clarification when needed, and overall is just a GREAT PERSON!! Her kindness showed through in the care of each and every one of our furry babies. She will be a great sitter for others and is looking to travel across and see more of the US while remote working. We have adopted her into our family and she is welcome in our home anytime. Our whole family hopes to see her again-either for a visit and/or for a sit :) Thank you, Thank you, Melissa!!!
Sara
Lyndsey and Jordan were wonderful pet sitters and house guests. They kept us informed of how our pets were doing and went above and beyond to care for them. We felt entirely comfortable leaving our home and pets in their hands and arrived home to find everything tidy and the pets well cared for. We would absolutely have them sit again if the need arose.
Cheryl
Milly was a lovely house sitter and I’d highly recommend her. She submitted a really great application and after a FaceTime chat it was an easy decision to choose her for our sit. She is the youngest sitter we’ve chosen but she has a maturity beyond her years and it was clear she had so much experience with animals that we felt confident leaving her in charge of our menagerie. Olive our young Pom has never been left with a sitter before so we were a little worried about how she would be but Milly was so patient, gentle and kind that she quickly won Olive over. So much so, on the morning Milly was leaving ,Olive would only let Milly put her harness on her before going for a walk. All the animals were perfectly cared for while we were away and we returned home to happy pets and a tidy house. Milly’s communication from our first contact and right through the sit was great and she even sent a lovely video of the dogs having fun on their walk. I’d have Milly back to housesit for us again anytime.
Shelley
Absolutely Incredible.... I will not lie, I was hesitant because David did not have any pet sits before this one (gotta start somewhere) but because he did the background check I decided to contact him. We had a great phone conversation and the decision was made. He came to my house the night before I was leaving to learn all the ins and outs of taking care of my fur babies and then put himself up in a hotel for the night before the sit date. The next day he came over in the morning to learn a few more details before I left. I could not have chosen a better house sitter for my 2nd house sit . David communicated with me daily, sent pictures and we spoke via facetime. My little guy was feeling sick when David started and with diligence, love and kindness he was able to get my little guy eating again and feeling better. I would invite David back into my home over and over again but I am pretty sure he is going to be in high demand. Thank you David for everything!
Mara
Jerry and Suzanne were absolutely ideal sitters for our home and pets. We spoke with them ahead of their visit and could tell that they are genuine pet and travel lovers. Over their stay we got to see even more that they are wonderfully friendly, kind, and responsible - plus they kept us laughing with their updates and descriptions of our pets' antics while we were away. Our pets and plants were well loved and our house was spotless upon our return home, and they were even kind enough to leave a few goodies in the fridge. Our dog in particular seemed to miss them and their long walks around the neighborhood. Thank you Jerry and Suzanne! We wish you well in your travels!
Pet Sitting FAQs
What do most pet sitters charge per day in Big Rapids, Michigan?
From $15/week to $65/week for the cat sitting and from $50 to $150 for the dog, additional rates include from 50% to 100% per additional pet, cheap rates are $40 for the cat sitting and $120 for the dog sitting. On Sittsy you can find a pet sitter who will not charge you anything for keeping your pets at home.
Do pet sitters come to your house?
Yes, you can find a home pet sitter to stay in your house with your pet overnight and provide 24/7 care for your pets. You can include in your listing time the advisable timeframe that the pet sitter should adhere to and not leave your pet alone in the house. Usually, it's not to leave the pet alone for more than 4 hours.
How often should a pet sitter visit?
The pet sitter for the cat should visit at least once a day. For the dogs, the pet sitter should visit at least three times per day, the best solution is if the sitter stays overnight and watches your pets all the time.
How to find a trustworthy pet sitter in Big Rapids, Michigan ?
Look at the pet sitter with a high rating, and many previous bookings with good reviews, ask the sitter to make a meet and meet before confirming the booking online or in-person, and reach out to the pet owners where the sitter stayed before asking about reference.
What are the red flags in a pet sitter?
Common red flags in pet sitters are bad reviews from previous pet owners, a high cancellation rate after approval, a sitter who doesn't have a background check, a sitter who refuses to meet and greet in person or online, and a sitter who wants to make bookings outside of the platform.
Is it safe to hire a pet sitter?
Yes, it is safe to hire a pet sitter it's still advisable to see if the sitter has a background check, good reviews, and past bookings and make a meet and greet before confirmation in this way you can reduce risk to the minimum.
Do pet sitters stay all day?
Yes, pet sitters stay all day in your house and also they stay overnight, the sitter can leave your home for up to 4 hours or for a different time that you can discuss during the meet and greet.
Nearby Paid Pet Services in Big Rapids
Monkeyshine Kennels
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4.8
(46 reviews)
17085 12 Mile Rd, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Recent Reviews:
So glad I found such an amazing place with great people to watch over my dog when needed. My dog, Kocur, gets so excited when I tell him he is going there. I highly recommend Monkeyshine Kennels for your boarding needs!
Dog grooming was such a disappointment. No prices posts anywhere because ‘every dog is different’. There should be some kind of price list (price range) for dog sizes. I understand that ‘every dog is different’ but you don’t go to a human spa blind without knowing a price range (unless you are independently wealthy). I paid $140 dollars for a 2 hour job and my dog’s fur is much too short. He is a good natured dog with some matting. Not a $140 job by any means. I will never go back there again.
I brought my VERY dirty, 80 pound Great Pyrenees in for a grooming for her very first time ever. I didn’t even recognize her when I got her back. Ive never seen this dog so happy and so clean. She’s went from looking like a stray to looking like she should be in a beauty contest. They do such great work for a GREAT price. Thank you so much, my pup thanks you even more! We will be back!
We had our husky girls stay with Monkeyshine while attending Ferris State University graduation. They were welcomed very openly and loving. The girls took to the staff instantly. They loved it with them. We would go back if in the area again in the future. Thank you staff at Monkeyshine.
Very friendly and caring place, that does their best to make your dog happy.
Cooper looks great after his grooming. They did at great job!
Boarded my baby here, and they are amazing caring people! She was happy and had been taken well care of. She even smelled great, unlike many other kennels when I've picked her up, and she smelled and was dirty. Drop off and pick up is seemless, and they have an amazing online reservation service through their website!
Great place for boarding your dog! Great staff. Want to say Thank you to Samantha for taking such great care of our Abby!
We were in the middle of a cross country move and April took great care of our dogs. She worked with us on our shifting schedule, set up visits, kept us updated on their Facebook. Our dogs were so happy and well taken care of. I just booked their 2nd stay.
They treat my dogs really good.. super nice and friendly
The Pet Boutique
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4.6
(58 reviews)
126 S 3rd Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Recent Reviews:
We have two certified groomers, one certified groom tech, and one bather. We offer walk-in nail trims, cat baths & haircuts, daycare, boarding, dog baths & haircuts, and creative color! We are also on Facebook! Stop in and see us!
Took my baby Luna to them today! She was very scared as this was her first appointment to be groomed ever! She’s a sheepdoodle and her hair gets unmanageable quick and she was so scared of clippers I had to try a groomer… they did such an amazing job with her she came out happy, beautiful, and more confident!! I know the next time will be even better!! The prices are very reasonable and I’m so thankful! Your services are so appreciated!! Thank you so so much pet boutique!!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
They do an awesome job at grooming my Labradoodle! Get prices and wonderful hardworking people!
Excellent work. We brought in a disaster of a floof, not only that he is massive. Per boutique did a phenomenal job cleaning him up and trimming him down.
These ladies are great to work with. Lydia and Katie are groomers and Elizabeth baths as well as some other bathers. All have been so welcoming of me and my clients as a groomer.
Cookie my Munchkin cat 😺 can be very finicky getting her nails trimmed. Katie and the entire staff, ALWAYS, do Excellent work. Hats off to The Pet Boutique!! Well worth the drive within 30 to 50 Miles! …
Katie does a great job on our 2 Pomeranian/ Chinese Crested! This was their first appointment since Debbie left. She is very friendly and even my nervous little Zoey seemed to take right to her. Very happy to have her as our new groomer. Prices are fair. Highly recommend!
I had my 2 long coat GSDs groomed with the request to focus on brushing and de-shedding. When I picked them up, they had more loose hair than before we went. I've been grooming my dogs for years and have never had so much loose, fly away hair that is EVERYWHERE! One dog still had matted hair on his stomach. Never again. matted hair hair on his stomach.
Had my big pups nails trimmed they did a great job! Thanks again. I will definitely be back.
The location in Florida in lake Pannasoffkee is fabulous!! DEB knows how to groom properly for type. Min schnauzers are my dogs...no shedding and she clips them perfectly!! Very pleased
Ski's Dog House
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4.8
(4 reviews)
315 Williams St, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Recent Reviews:
Great place! Great staff! I have a very sensitive dog, and we have boarded and groomed multiple times and she did amazing 👏!! I trust Crystal and know my dog will be safe, loved and well cared for! …
Crystal is the absolute best. Our dogs will never go anywhere else!!!
I love having a small business owner in our area who I trust to take care of my four-legged family members!
Wonderful place and staff my dogs love it there
The Familiar Dog Grooming
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4.7
(30 reviews)
302 S Stewart Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Recent Reviews:
The Familiar Dog grooming performs Excellent work, and at a fair, good price. Liz takes care of our 2 wooly husky's. Our boy Copper's fur is so thick, yet each time she grooms him, she is able to brush his coat so well, and he shines like a new puppy. Our girl, Sophie, doesn't have as thick of her fur, but she has her tender spots. Both dogs love going in each time, and for as hairy as they are, I am amazed how fast and how well they look. I'm glad to have found Familiar Dog, and grateful that we are able to schedule regular appointments.
My dogs love the treatment they get. It is their spa. They feel loved here.
Liz did an awesome job with Mr. Beans! He's pretty shy and he seemed to like her. Totally recommend her and will be going back. Thanks Liz!
Liz did an amazing job with my Lhasa apso, he’s a nippy guy and she managed to get his haircut and to cut it very good, my little man is very handsome now thanks to her! She’s very professional and the house she does the grooming in is very nice, and I believe the dogs feel more comfortable going there since it is in a home! Overall great experience for great price! Will continue to go here, even after I move back home from school!
Amazing work! Our golden has never looked so good! We are almost a week out from grooming and he still smells great! We are incredibly satisfied with how professional, friendly, and caring The Familiar Dog was!
Loved when Stacy did our grooming. Booked with her but she called in. New groomer left a few scabs on buggy from cutting too close and the trim of face and tail was bizarre. Not what we wanted.
Very kind and professional. STRONGLY recommend! My dog is hyper and they worked really well with her. Gave me recommendations for care also. Very satisfied!
Such friendly service and she did SUCH a great job grooming my pup! He’s never been softer and never smelt better. I would 500% recommend this place!
Liz does a great job getting our dogs in when needed. She’s very accommodating and courteous. Her prices are very reasonable too.
Terrible customer service. Liz was extremely rude and unprofessional on the phone when inquiring about pricing for dog grooming. Luckily I was able to find another groomer in the area that was able to answer my questions without attitude
Gabrielas dog sitting/ boarding
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4.6
(56 reviews)
1319 Alpine Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Big Rapids, Michigan
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