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We feel like we’ve won the pet and house sitter lotto with Scott. Most importantly, he’s taken great care of our much loved little dog, giving him a lot of care, affection and attention. He paid close attention when Tingsha began scratching (allergy to an insect bite) which needed vet care, with great communication with us. He even took Tingsha to his agility school class each week (great fun had by all) and to get a groom. We’ve come home to a contented and very happy dog. The house is spotless, cleaner than we left it, with fresh flowers and the bed all made up. Perfect! We had regular contact with Scott all through our five week trip and being “fellow travellers” (in all senses) enjoyed sharing lots of local travel tips and experiences as we each visited new parts of the world. We were happy to lend Scott our car and he’s been great with it, super responsible. Scott is a really terrific guy and a fabulous journalist and story teller (you must listen to his podcast about his travels, it’s a cracker). In sharing our home and trusting our beloved dog with him, we feel like we’ve made a new friend along the way. We recommend Scott without any hesitation and thank him for a wonderful experience, we’d love him to come back and see us, anytime. Thanks a bunch!
Angie and Joe were fabulous pet/house sitters and overall people! Angie sent daily updates with photos. Really appreciate the extra effort they put into watering the grass and garden. The house was exactly the same as when I left (including sheets/towel washed, beds made, frig cleaned, dishes put away and trash taken out...). Pretty sure Mia was looking for them the next day as she ran to the guest bedroom. Already scheduled a second sit! If you're lucky enough to land them as pet sitter then you're lucky.
Natalie and Christian were dream pet sitters while we were out of the country for 2.5 weeks. From start to finish, they were reliable and professional, with excellent communication. They had took great care of our dog and chickens and left the house and car in great shape. Plus, they’re just a really sweet young couple. We’d highly recommend them as house sitters.
Sharon was a fantastic sitter for our week away! She left the house as tidy and clean as we left it, including changing the sheets for our arrival. I truly cannot even tell she was here and that made coming home after a long travel day so much easier. She was communicative every step of the way and provided daily updates on our cat with photos. We knew our home and pet were in good hands! I would gladly welcome Sharon back any time should we be so lucky : )
Angie and Joe have been our go-to pet sitters for our dogs, Cooper and Kona, on multiple occasions, and they consistently deliver exceptional care. Each time we've entrusted our pups to their care, Angie and Joe have gone above and beyond to ensure their well-being. Their genuine love for animals has always left us worry-free and able to fully enjoy our time away. Cooper and Kona's excitement whenever they see Angie and Joe speaks volumes about the bond they've formed. We sincerely recommend Angie and Joe to anyone seeking reliable and caring pet sitters.
Janis is a wonderful person and also an incredible sitter -- we were very, very fortunate that she agreed to care for our beloved pets and rural log home for 3 days. We were confident that everything would be perfect – and it was. We returned to a home as clean and ordered as we had left it, inside and out. All plants were thriving; outdoor hanging baskets were blooming profusely. Most importantly, our beloved dog and 4 cherished cats had obviously been lovingly and attentively cared for. The koi were also active and happy. Janis is a “cat whisperer”. She is especially skilled and patient with shy felines, so we truly appreciated her patience and caring for our sweet Angie (with a semi-feral background). Janis immediately understood that Angie, despite her reclusiveness, craves affection and was able to start to earn her trust even with such limited time. Among Janis’ many gifts: she is a talented photographer and delighted us with frequent updates and photos of our furry children. They are so beautiful that we, with her kind permission, plan to include several in our zeewoi profile. Janis’ communications, reliability, self-sufficiency, and punctuality were exemplary, start to finish. We made a wonderful new friend and have already invited her back to sit again. If you are privileged enough to ever have Janis sit we are certain that you will be as delighted and happy as we are.
Laura was amazing with communication from the very beginning. She sent updates of photos and videos without even being told or asked to do so. She was watching our cat and treated her like her own. Laura was also very responsive when we were trying to find a sitter for our dates and answered any and all questions we had about her experience with pets and house sitting. I would recommend her to anyone! :) and hope we can have her house sit again for us.
David was a super interesting guy, we had good conversation. My place was clean, my cat was happy...he communicated with me.. David is a great house and pet sitter . He is very gentle, which my cat enjoys.
Janis is absolutely the best pet sitter and home care we have had. She is a regular for us during our Christmas vacation because we totally trust her with the care of our three dogs and the management of our home. She is so good and efficient that I have already requested that she sits for us again next Christmas. Our three dogs absolutely adored her as she played fetch, took them on walks, loved and spoiled them. Management of our home was excellent. I had no concerns whatsoever as we had packages delivered and Mail that needed to be picked up. The house was in much better condition than what we left it. I highly recommend Janis and you will be fortunate to have her as your sitter.
For our first experience with a house sitter, Jim and Julie have set the bar high. We felt totally confident that any issues would be dealt with, fortunately there were none. They were outstanding house and pet sitters whom we would wholeheartedly recommend to anyone. They took exceptional care of our house full of pets from 2 large dogs, 3 cats, snake, gecko, fish tank and a koi pond. They provided updates daily, were very easy to communicate with and the house was just as clean as when we left it, with the addition of a nice welcome home gift. We knew our pets were in good hands. Thank you for everything. Melissa and Kyle
What do most pet sitters charge per day in South Newfane, Vermont?
From $30/week to $100/week for the cat sitting and from 20$50 to 20$150 for the dog, additional rates include from 50% to 100% per additional pet, cheap rates are 20$40 for the cat sitting and 20$ 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 South Newfane, Vermont ?
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.
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.