Pet Sitters in Kencot

Zoe

Its always a pleasure when Zoe books to sit for us . She is very well organised with clear communication throughout the stay. She send pics of her and Wilow oith lookong so relaxed which reassures us and we know they are both settled . If Willow could write this review I know shed just say she had been spoilt with love and attention . The house is always immacualte when we return - Zoe is welcome anytime Thanks xx

Mark & Tracey

Our first time with Zeewoi and the bar has been set very high! We met Mark and Tracey prior to our holiday and immediately felt comfortable that they would look after our house and precious dogs very well, taking anything untoward that might happen , in their stride. They were very thorough in preparation - asking relevant questions and listening well to any information with regard to the house and dogs. They kept in touch enough when we were away so that we relaxed knowing all was fine. We came back to an immaculate house! We have no hesitation in recommending them and do hope they will come again.

Abbe & David

Abbe and David and family looked after our home and our Labrador Zoe over Christmas and were absolutely fabulous. We returned to find our home beautifully cleaned and tidied and everything left just as we would want it. We cannot thank them enough. 100 star rating from us.

Ellen & Alex

Ellen took great care with all the dogs and even took two to the local pub with our permission. Very happy to leave the pets and house in her care.

Margaret & Simon

Very trustworthy housesitters. Our pets had a lovely time!

Lorraine & Paul

Lorraine and Paul cared for our house and Pippa as we would have done. We were very pleased and would have them again without hesitation.

Abigail

Abigail looked after my two cats for a long weekend. She went above and beyond by arriving at the flat early in the morning before I had to leave, allowing me to show her everything in person, even though I had offered to explain it via pictures or video. The flat was left clean and tidy, and she even washed the bedding and towels, although I hadn't requested that. The cats seemed relaxed and happy (after calming down from the incident described below), so I’m sure she showered them with plenty of love and attention. However, there was a significant mishap: the kitchen window was left wide open. My cats, who are indoor cats, could easily have jumped out (and had been, as they were “wild” and Sky had a little dirt in their fur) Fortunately, it had been raining, so they were inside when I got home, hours after Abigail had left. I was shocked, especially since there are roads on both sides of the flat. I had specifically mentioned that the window should only be opened under constant supervision. I understand it was a mistake, and overall, she did a good job. However, I can’t give 5/5, as this was one of the most important things. I’m just relieved the cats were home and safe. In the future, I’ll make sure to over emphasise the importance of keeping the window closed—or secure it in a way that sitters cannot open it. 😬

Jane

Jane was the perfect pet sitter. She is very easy going, chatty and interesting- so easy to communicate with. She seemed to love Lola and I’m sure the feeling was mutual. Jane left our house very clean and tidy and left us notes about anything we needed to know. We would thoroughly recommend her to other pet owners and hope to see Jane again. Thank you Jane.

Jennie & Jaime

We can highly recommend Jennie and Jaime for their next housesit. They are open, humorous and active people who know very well how to do a proper housesit. They took very good care of our 3 goldfish and our cat Tiggy with so much love, kept the house tidy, kept very good contact with us (absolutely gorgeous photos of our cat, which was just lovely), so that we were very relaxed while we were away and also when we came back and were welcomed with a warm meal. Even when the central heating stopped working some days before our return and we tried to organize a repair, they did not complain. Wonderful! What more could you want? We would love to have them here again. Thank you both so much!

Zoe

Zoe was amazing. She arrived early so we could introduce her to Ruby and show her local walks. We were able to explain household procedures and routines and get to know her. During the sit she kept in touch with us from time to time, sending photos. She looked after Ruby very well and took her on excursions. She cared for the house well, even ensuring there were basic food items for our return. And she mowed the lawn! We would be pleased to see her again, and by the time she left she felt like a good friend. Zoe is friendly, adaptable and caring, one of best!

Tracey

Honestly couldn’t have asked for better housesitters. Tracey, Mark and Elsie were a dream come true for us all (Bonnie especially lol). Both Pete and I had been mad busy with work and weren’t quite as organised as we’d have hoped but Tracey and Mark were very understanding took everything in their stride. The perfect amount of commentary/photos etc as well. They went above and beyond in changing and washing bedding, ensuring an immaculate home and a freshly bathed Bonnie on our return. It was quite apparent Bonnie was well looked after. Her and Elsie clearly developed a special bond. Very sweet to see. We highly recommend Tracey and Mark. Wonderful people! We’re very grateful!

Nicholas & Jessica

Nick came alone as it was only one night but is absolutely delightful and the dogs loved him. He was really friendly and easy to talk to. We would have no hesitation in recommending him to any of the pet owning community.

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4.96 Organised 4.96 Reliable 4.95 Clean and tidy 4.97 Self-sufficient 4.91 Pet care

Caroline

This housesit was perfect for us. We had good communication with Caroline before the sit, with easy to follow directions to the rural property. We arrived the day before they left for their holiday. We received a very warm welcome and they had a detailed manual printed for us. We also had a detailed and useful orientation to the property. Caroline and Seamus are experienced hosts and seemed very relaxed and have good neighbours. We were also able to stay in contact throughout the sit, which was comforting. We only had the cats and poultry to look after, as they decided to take their dog with them. Still, we had a straightforward morning and afternoon/ evening routine to follow for the animals and the gardens. The cats were fine and they managed us very well! Putting the geese away at night was so funny, as they always complained, but then sorted themselves out into their two stables! The gardens are quite extensive and for us in August, they were remarkably productive. We had heaps of fresh eggs, fruit and veggies during our stay.
We were able to use two very well maintained bicycles and the immediate area is perfect to explore on two wheels. Nearby, and in all directions, are some excellent historical sites, gardens, picturesque villages and stunning rural landscape. Just relaxing on the property is also wonderful. Sitters really need their own car and this allows more exploration.
We thoroughly enjoyed meeting Caroline and Seamus, thank them for this wonderful housesit experience and we wholeheartedly recommend it to others.

Claire Carroll

We had a wonderful time caring for Coco this past week. She is the sweetest dog, so so loving and so much fun! Claire's house is such a beautiful and comfortable home and the family made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. The house is in a very nice area with lots of lovely parks close by, which made our walks very enjoyable. Coco is so well behaved, and just has the most loving nature! Claire was great to deal with and the communication was fantastic - there was a slight hiccup with the beginning of their trip due to a cyclone heading towards their initial location, however Claire kept me constantly updated and was flexible and still super organised despite their change of plans. We will miss Coco lots (my daughter definitely had some tears upon leaving!) Absolutely recommend this housesit to anyone that has the opportunity in the future. Thanks again guys!!

Alison

We really enjoyed our time during the sit with Albert. The Apartment was cozy and clean. It is near to the ocean with nice walks and a bicycle path. Albert is a lovely cat who likes to stay on your lap. Alison and Frank were so kind and taught us the process how to give the medicine for Albert. 
We totally recommend the sit!

Patty

Bub was a friendly and easy cat to care for. Patty and Bruce were very communicative and made the entire process seamless. Their home was lovely and offered the perfect base location to go out and adventure the Portland area, with great work from home space and outdoor amenities. Would sit for them again in a heartbeat!

Sarah

I really enjoyed my stay at Sarah's home in Kendal, looking after Arlo, Otis and Cabbage - friendly cats with their own unique personalities. They were a joy to spend time with and they kept me company, too. Sarah's house felt like a home away from home and was well situated to get into Kendal, as well as catch buses to different parts of the Lake District. Sarah was really accommodating, offering suggestions on places to visit and always happy to receive questions at any time. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this sit to anyone looking for a great place to stay in Cumbria with three lovely cats.

Mathieu

Misha is sweet dog who needs time and space to become acquainted. She was no trouble at all to look after as she lives outside and just needed feeding morning and evening. After a couple of days, she had grown accustomed to me and would venture into the house when her meals were being prepared. She would also do a performance at the door as part of this, which involved dancing and howling. On the final day, as if to say thanks and as a mark of validation, she gave me one quick lick of the hand as I was mixing her food, which was a very tender gesture.

Mathieu’s house is comfortable and convenient for town. Communications were straightforward both leading up to and during the sit. I look forward to a repeat opportunity to look after both Misha and the house again.

Pet Sitting FAQs

What do most pet sitters charge per day in Kencot, United Kingdom?

From to for the cat sitting and from 19.9950 to 19.99150 for the dog, additional rates include from 50% to 100% per additional pet, cheap rates are 19.9940 for the cat sitting and 19.99 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 Kencot, United Kingdom ?

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.