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Ryan and Luis were wonderful house guest that took super care of my babies during My time away. They were respectful to the property, shared updates while I was away, communicated well and left the house as good (or better) upon their departure. I would gladly have them return again for caring of my home and pets! Thank you Ryan and Luis!
My partner and I recently had the pleasure of dog sitting for Finn and Shadow, and we couldn't have hoped for better dogs. They were incredibly affectionate, well-behaved, and an absolute delight to care for. We were very sad to say goodbye to them at the end of our stay, as we just absolutely fell under their spell. Aideen and Barry were wonderful hosts. They were very welcoming and kind, providing us with all the details we needed to care for the dogs and the house. They were also very considerate, offering recommendations for the local area and central Dublin, which enhanced our stay. We are very thankful to them for making us feel so comfortable in their home, and to Finn and Shadow for never leaving our side and offering constant affection. Upon our arrival, I watched Aideen walk the dogs, which immediately put us at ease that we were well equipped to care for the two dogs - one young, and another having a disability. It was the highlight of our day when walking Finn and Shadow in the local park nearby (or rather, it felt like they walked us!), and all the fun was to be had watching them socialise in the designated dog park with the other dogs; having gained their trust, they responded well when it came to returning to the lead and being good boys. It was a big plus that the locals in the park were very chatty and welcoming, too (come rain or shine), which we loved. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and we very much hope to see them again soon
We loved sitting for Emily and taking care of her sweet cats. The house was super comfortable and cozy. I definitely recommend this sitting.
Florence and I never got the chance to meet but I could tell on our interactions she was a lovely caring person. She kept in touch when she was away to make sure we were ok and had everything we needed in her comfortable home. JC and Ralph were a pleasure to care for. They loved spending time in the garden and playing with the fishing lines. Ralph was always not too far from us and was happy to have lots of attention. JC was more independent but when he got to know us he enjoyed head scratches too. All in all they were a delight and we would definitely sit for Florence and Max again if the opportunity arises. Thank you for choosing us Florence🙏
Peggy and Tom were warm, friendly, generous hosts. From taking us to dinner, to a nice homemade breakfast before our departure, they made us feel welcomed and appreciated. They are “our home is your home” type of hosts. We feel like we have made new friends. Their lovely, well appointed home sits beside a beautiful marsh in a golfing community. The guest room was very comfortable with everything we could possibly need thought of. Our favorite place was the comfortable, light filled sunroom to watch the tides come and go, read a book, as well as bird watching. There are beaches to visit, seafood to eat, and easy to take a day trip to close by Charlston. Of course, the star of the sit is Stella! As most cats, she lets you know when she is ready to do anything, to be petted, fed, or just be left alone. Her favorite spot is around your neck when you’re sitting on the sunporch. She also loves to watch the birds at the feeder and occasional foray outside to check her kingdom. This has definitely been a five star sit and we would gladly return when our schedule permits.
We enjoyed our stay with Couper in Debbie's beautiful, comfortable home! As Couper had recently lost his companion Kota, it took a bit for him to warm up to us on his own. He's still got some of his puppy energy, so be sure to give Couper plenty of time to run and play in the yard. Would recommend this house sit!
I've been really busy, but wanted to take some time to provide a review of my experience from this sit here. I enjoyed meeting Shelley and her friends this past summer. The area was just beautiful, and her dog is nice. I will say that the host seems wary of using Trusted Housesitters, which made me feel a little uncomfortable at times. Mayhe hiring a professional paid sitter is the better option for this person. I will say I do have a few concerns I will express here : Shelley : when I asked about the possibility of staying one extra day, your communications in response felt concerning to me. It is perfectly fine to decline a sitter staying an extra day. I do know it is totally common among the Trusted Housesitters community to have the sitter arrive or stay a day early. However, it's also totally fine to decline that request if it doesn't work for the host. Interestingly enough, I later realized that on my next sit thr host had invited me a day early, so I later realized I didn't need the extra day anyway. When you asked me to pick up pumpkin for your dog, it felt like a demand, and when I stated that I do a lot of delivery work and try to minimize extra errands, your response felt entitled and disrespectful to me. I feel it is the responsibility of the pet owner to have the necessary food items available, and only in an emergency should the sitter have to make an extra errand to pick up a food item. The safety and well being of any pet I care for is always my top priority. At the same time, since Trusted Housesitters is not a paid position for the sitter, I have to set boundaries and parameters around my schedule as I have to be working deliveries to make income. Additonally, I had never been to the Bay area before so was still learning my way around, I didn't know how whether this extra errand ypu demanded was close by or not. You said that you were unwilling to allow me to stay an extra night of a $300 per night value when I "objected" to running an extra errand to pick up a food item for your dog. This communication felt very arrogant, disrespectful, and condescending to me. I don't appreciate being talked to that way. I felt like I was being treated like a personal servant. A more helpful message would have been "hey, in exchange for the extra night you requested, could you pick up some pumpkin for the dog?" Also, I drove 45 minutes out of my way for a meet and greet to meet you and your dog several weeks before you departed for travel. I definitely went the extra mile already! It is best to arrange a time for the sitter to come a few hours before you leave, if possible, to save them an extra trip out there. It is not uncommon for hosts to have sitters come a day early, such as the night before the host departs. However, that's totally fine if you're not comfortable with that, but then you need to make other arrangements do the sitter doesn't have to make an extra trip if they are further away. I had never once been to the Bay area and was new to learning my way around the area. Additionally, I'd recommend if possible to just find one sitter for your dog while you're away. I enjoyed meeting the other people, but it felt like a huge hassle to have to be communicating with several others to coordinate things with the other contacts. My recommendation, if possible, is to just stick with one sitter. It would probably be easier on everyone involved, including the dog as well. Given that your dog is elderly and needs special attention along with the watering of plants and pool care, I think a paid professional sitter outside from the Trusted Housesitters platform would be the best fit. It is asking way too much from an unpaid person. The home is absolutely lovely, but it is not necessary that a solo traveler such as me needs access to those amenities, so in hindsight it sounds like it wasn't the best fit. And from what I recall looking up regarding airbnb prices in the area, I didn't see 300 dollars per night listed. To say you're giving me a 300 dollar per value night sounds like you're doing the sitter a huge favor, when in reality you're receiving conscientious, caring attention from an unpaid person that is of tremendous value to you as the owner. Addiotnally, your friends brought over 2 additional dogs they expected me to watch, and even though it was brief and minimal, it did create an extra burden of responsibility. I had to keep an extra eye on these small dogs in the back, as they were getting close to the gate and could've tried to squeeze out underneath and escape! I really at times felt taken advantage of. I care a lot about the Trusted Housesitters community, that's why I express my concerns. Given the way I felt disrespected and taken advantage of, I would not want to return to a sit like this. All the very best. Respectfully, Brad
What do most pet sitters charge per day in Manzanita, California?
From $50/week to $250/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 Manzanita, California ?
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.
Sid is GREAT! My dog Poppy has had daycare with Sid 2-3 days a week for 3 years and occasionally overnight boarding. It is wonderful to see how Poppy lights up when she sees Sid, and I always feel she is in great hands, safe and active with playmates in a small group setting. Sid is conscientious, organized and in a terrific location. Highly recommend!
My dog has been boarding and going to day care with Sid for over two years. I feel much more secure with Sid than any kennel. Going to Sid’s is great for us. I never have to worry and she always keeps me posted my baby girl’s day. As a person Sid is wonderful. I am so glad we found her.
Sid is a true doggie whisperer. My puppy Fluffy loves her and felt comfortable right from the start at her houseboat. She has taken excellent care of him when we had to go on longer trips and kindly sent happy photos of him while we were away. This is very reassuring to my young son who was very worried especially the first time we left him in Sid’s care. She has given me some great dog training advice! I cannot more highly recommend her services. Enjoy!
My dog loves going to Sid’s house. She pulls at her leash with happy anticipation as we make our way along the dock to Sid’s beautiful houseboat. Sid has a calm, loving energy towards pets and their people. She is prompt in her communications and always send updates and photos of my dog frolicking with the other guest pooches. An experienced sitter and trainer Sid has saved me mountains of worry during various medical treatments when I could not care for my dog properly. What a relief to know that she is safe and well cared for. I am grateful and highly recommend Sid Tarlow as an experienced and loving pet sitter. S.E. Alexander San Francisco
My friend Sid has been caring for, boarding, and training my dogs for more than ten years now, and my spouse and I trust her completely with them. In the early years it was our Labrador Retriever, Della and my little mixed-breed, Archie, and their behavior and mood was so fantastic when we'd pick them up, I wondered how Sid did it. It's love. She now has our Chihuahua/Daschund mix, Cocoa whenever we go out of town, or need just an overnight. With pets, Sid is especially attentive to their needs, trains them in sociability and keeps them safe. Cocoa is always happy to be with Sid. We are very grateful to her for all her care, reliability, and talents. Thank you, Sid!
There is no person I trust more with my sweet pup than Sid, and no person my pup would rather be with! The level of care and peace of mind she provides is truly outstanding. Not only does she love my dog as her own but her expertise in dog training was so helpful during the early months with our puppy. We were lucky enough to call Sid our neighbor as well and each time we passed her house our dog would try to drag us there to see her! It’s such a relief knowing our dog is in such loving and capable hands when we can’t be with her. Thanks Sid!
Sidney is so responsible, kind, and affectionate with our Labradoodle, and we fully trust her with him whenever we travel.
Always a great experience. The staff is amazing and the facility is clean. The safety of your dog is their main priority. My black lab starts to wag his tail the moment we turn the corner and pull in the parking lot of Alpha Dogs...All his best buddies are there waiting for him to play.
My elderly mother needs a pet boarder for the holiday. Alpha dog requested my mother to visit with her 15 year old dog once and then requested three more Visits. They kept her dog five hours each visit promising she was reserved for a holiday week stay. (12/23-27). On her fourth visit they canceled her holiday week reservation indicating her dog is barking in her cage. My mother spent a total of $200, when this pet observation could have been 4 hours NOT 20. On some level it appears like a scam and taking advantage of the elderly. .Be warned.
I had an amazing experience at Alpha Dog, and I want to express my gratitude to the exceptional dog trainers, especially Tiana and Sierra. My dog, Arlo, participated in both obedience training and the Service Dog program, and the results have been truly remarkable. Tiana's thoughtful and effective approach made a significant difference in Arlo's training. She took the time to understand his unique personality and needs, which were key factors in Arlo's successful training journey. The Service Dog program was particularly impressive. Tiana and Sierra provided comprehensive training that focused not only on obedience but also on the specific skills required for service work. Arlo is now well-prepared to assist my son in various situations, thanks to their expertise. Overall, I highly recommend Alpha Dog and Tiana for anyone looking to train their dog. The care and dedication she shows to both the dogs and their owners are truly commendable. Thank you, Tiana, for working with us!
I am a local resident who began bringing my 1.5 year old Standard Poodle, Majik, for daycare a few months ago. The daycare service was great, and everyone that I had spoken with was so informative and thorough, verifying our dog's vaccination/health status. Our main focus was gaining control of the smartest (of 4) standard poodles. While we did a few sessions with recommended training professionals, Alpha Dog had been so effective for daycare, we called to inquire about daycare and training that allowed us to have him to share our beds while they did the training. It has been an incredible experience! The training manager, Samantha McCabe, set up his weekly schedule was very helpful with setting up his weekly schedule, guided us through our outdoor and in-home concerns. His primary trainer, Tiana, and Sierra, handled Majik with such care, working with him out at Crissy Field and the Mill Valley Dop Run 2x a week. After only a few sessions, we noticed an enormous (quantum leap!) increase in his responsiveness. He now comes running even if distracted by other dogs (which are his favorite). She even worked with us at the beach to show us how to continue reinforcing the training! He comes, he stops and drops mid run, which might save his life in a threatening situation. AlphaDog, I am really grateful that we thought to come to you and let you lead the way on how we gain control. We are receiving so much value in the training…And in having a more exercised dog who is less unruly around other dogs… Thank you for all you do!
I have two pitbull puppies Ares and Bentley have come here! Aloha Dog is such a great place to bring them to. They staff took the time to meet them and assess them into the right play group and made the process super easy. Everyone is so nice there. I unfortunately live a little far but know if i need a safe place for them to go my girls will be taken care of really well.
We've been taking our pups to AlphaDog since moving to Marin in October 2018 and could not be happier with their daycare and boarding services. Whether we're leaving them for a few hours, a few days, or a few weeks, we know that everyone on the AlphaDog team will treat our dogs as their own. While I could certainly keep going with my own praise for AlphaDog, the most important feedback comes from the wagging tails as we pull into the parking lot - Lincoln, Millie, and George always know where we are and can't wait to get inside to see their friends!
An absolute gem when it comes to dog boarding. We are SF residents and for the amount of space they have and the value it is worth the quick drive. Our pup Leo has been going here for 3 years now. Staff is super communicative and everyone there really loves their furry customers
The people who work here are very kind, so it pains me to write this review. First, the communication is bad. I waited months for an assessment. Before getting the assessment scheduled, I sent all of my vet records. I explained that I had a dog with a birth defect, and that my vet and I had chosen to leave him intact as a result. AlphaDog told me to have the vet send them a letter and we could get both dogs scheduled for an assessment. Fast forward two months, it's assessment day. I bring the dogs in. They have their four-hour assessment. When I pick up, Veronica, the assistant manager, tells me that they cannot take an intact dog. What a waste of everyone's time. I wasn't going to write a negative review for bad communication. However, my dogs both got kennel cough during their assessment.
Alpha Dog's Board-n-Train and my one on one sessions with Samantha have been life changing in addressing my Great Dane's leash reactivity. She has addressed the underlying root cause to build Henry's confidence gradually. This has transformed his behavior around other dogs while on leash making our walks fun again. I highly recommend AlphaDog!
My dog is everything to me and I trust this place. Our Golden goes here for both training and lodging. During one of longer boardings he ended up having bloody stool (nerves!) and I got an email from our trainer & from the Alphadog owner, as well as multiple texts from Alphadog letting me know what is happening, what action they are taking... I felt well informed and in the loop at all times (and I was out of the country). They took him to the vet and did everything necessary to put me at ease. 5 stars for that. We also did our Service Dog training here and our pup really connected with Sierra (the trainer). I gave her quite a few challenges in terms of my expectations for the pup and she did a stellar job making sure he meets/exceeds the mark. 5 stars for training as well. Once I picked up my dog almost at 11 PM because I wanted to see him asap after a trip and to my surprise someone very friendly opened the door as he was doing his rounds and gave us the dog in an orderly manner. For me this place is not cheap but I feel a sense of security when my dog is here.
Laurie has been providing a fantastic walking experience for our high energy dogs. They come back well-exercised and exhausted. She is reliable and great to work with!
Laurie is a great dog walker. Totally reliable and gets dogs TIRED and socialized. She has been walking my dog five days a week for a couple of years now and I really appreciate her great service.
