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Housesitting for Donna, Doyle, and Skipper was a great experience of neighbors helping neighbors. It turned out that our neighborhood in Baltimore was only ten minutes away from theirs. Housesitting in one’s own community has many advantages. One was that we didn’t have to spend time orienting ourselves since we were already quite familiar with the area. After being selected for the housesit, Donna and Doyle graciously invited us over for a pre-sit visit. This allowed us to meet Skipper, an even-tempered and gentle poodle, in advance and have a tour of the house and yard. When we arrived several days later for the sit, he remembered us and greeted us warmly. Skipper is a minimal barker but had moments of high energy when playing fetch in the yard, welcoming you at the door, and at snack time. Often, he would sit quietly in a room with us while we were reading or having a meal. Skipper was an easy pet to care for. Each day he was given two meals and two medications. Outdoor time was generally spent in the backyard. He would sometimes let us know when he needed to go out. Skipper liked to stay close to home. Sometimes he would “call off” a morning walk by sitting down on the sidewalk. He was firm in his decision and more than happy to head back to his own yard. The house and yard were quite lovely. We spent considerable time in the mornings on the front or back porch, where we could enjoy the garden and foliage. Along with fresh herbs, there were plenty of tomatoes, okra, and peppers from the garden to add to our home-cooked meals. The house was equipped with a fast Wi-Fi connection and all standard modern conveniences to live comfortably. In sum, our time with Skipper was very pleasant. We were able to keep our regular schedule during our stay and have a friendly poodle to add excitement to our lives. We would love to help Donna and Doyle again if needed.
Andy, Sammy and Joey are a joy! Andy was very kind and made me feel right at home, cooking me dinner when I arrived and showing me around the place. Joey, the dog, is so adorable, we would go on walks and lie in the park across the street. Sammy is also so cute and affectionate. The apartment is across the street from a beautiful park and the waterfront with views of the Verazzano and the city. Definitely recommend this housesit!
It was a pleasure to sit Fizzgig for Kelly and her family and I would recommend it to anyone lucky enough to sit for them! Kelly is a wonderful host, very kind and friendly and made me feel at home right away. The house itself is beautiful - the care and level of detail put into it is evident throughout. The location is phenomenal, the gorgeous Highbury Fields are only a 5 minute walk away and tube/overground are located close by as well. Fizzgig is so adorable and such a good-natured dog. She truly loves spending time with people and I had so much fun playing with her in Highbury Fields. She was easy to look after and a delight to be around ❤️ Overall I had an amazing time. This is everything you could hope for in a sit and I would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone interested!
Great peaceful sit in a wonderful neighborhood! Joey was no problem at all and I got a lot of work done during my stay and enjoyed a few hikes and friends in the area. Sharon was very communicative and accommodating!
I had the best time with Fran. Fran is very well trained and so quiet, you don’t even feel that she’s at home with you. I really enjoyed her presence. She enjoys her walks outside. It’s very easy to take care of Fran. Amy’s and Scott’s place is very clean, organized and well equipped. They left me their place spotless. I also enjoyed the pool on the rooftop! I’d definitely housesit again for them and enjoy Fran’s presence.
I highly recommend taking care of Baxter if you get a chance. Kara and Baxter's home is comfortable, inviting, immaculately clean and well organized. We greatly enjoyed exploring the trails around Kara's place with Baxter showing us where he liked to go. He was also great fun to watch TV with since he attentively participated with animals on the screen. We look forward to a future return. Thanks Kara!
What do most pet sitters charge per day in Kenilworth, Illinois?
From $30/week to $90/week for the cat sitting and from 29.9950 to 29.99150 for the dog, additional rates include from 50% to 100% per additional pet, cheap rates are 29.9940 for the cat sitting and 29.99 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 Kenilworth, Illinois ?
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.
