Pet Sitters in Marietta, GA

Cheryl
-44% off
6.3 miles away
Limited time deal
4.50
• 4 reviews
/night 54.00
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Overall, Cheryl was great. I only gave four stars for pet care but let me explain. I went away for 3 weeks. There was a heat wave the entire time I was away, and I was so afraid my newly planted back yard would wilt to death. Therfore, I leaned on Cheryl heavily to water my back yard plants and shrubs, which is a time-consuming job. She sent videos of my back yard along the way to show me how things were looking. As well as the outside, she also watered my indoor plants regularly. I returned home to see all my new shrubs and plants thriving despite the high 90 degree temps. I also returned to a wonderfully clean house and a satisfied kitty. The main issue around the pet care was that Cheryl believed my kitty should be fed more than I have been feeding him for the past 11 years (based on vet's recommendation) . Despite our email communication regarding her concerns he was not fed enough, and me clearly stating to keep to the feeding directions I'd left, Cheryl disregarded this and fed him more anyway. Although I'd left more than enough cat food to cover the time I was away, the last week she ran out of cat food and needed to buy more. I felt Cheryl was not tuned in to my cat's behavior. While she interpreted my cat was hungry whenever he meowed, much of the time he simply wants/needs/responds well to some gentle talking to with affectionate touching (massages, hair brushing, rubbing his belly), or just a few minutes of interactive play. Yet if food is offered, he will never turn it down. During Cheryl's housesit, I emphasized the yard watering. Because I felt like this was a big inconvenience and burden to place on anyone, I didn't want to emphasize that my sweet cat also required alot of attention. I knew my kitty could make it through 3 weeks on less than his usual amount of loving, but my yard would not survive a heat wave without watering! Because of my choice, I take some responsibility for the perceived lack of attention in the pet department.

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Kirsty
It was a pleasure house and pet sitting in your beautiful home. Ollie and Jelly loved their food and attention..same with Molly and Little. Wonderful location for the Farmer's Market and enjoying morning coffee on the deck!
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Rina
Rina was very kind and nice to communicate with. She left clear instructions for me to follow. 
Loved being with Hana through the weekend, we truly had the coziest two days.
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Alison
Alison and Guy were charming and very welcoming from the outset.
Milo and Scruffy are 2 old dogs, full of enthusiasm and life when out for a walk.   They are very easy to take care of and well socialised.    Eska the cat is grand and hilarious.  She likes to sleep during the day and go out at night.
The house is surrounded by fields with plenty of access to good walks.  It has a cozy and peaceful atmosphere, with log fire in sitting room and very comfortable bedroom.   I would recommend this sit.
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Jennifer
It was a wonderful time looking after Lola and Chicken. Jennifer’s house was beautiful and in a great location.
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Ross
Thank you for being wonderful, communicative hosts and opening your home to us! Once the cats warmed up to us, they were cuddly, chatty, and interesting characters!
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James
This sit was awesome. James was easy to contact and so nice. He comes collect us at the airport. Carson is a lovely boy, a little bit shy but so funny. The house was perfect and comfy. Sword is very close to Dublin, no difficulty to go in the center.

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