Pet Sitters in Matakana

Max & Sarah

Max and Sarah have been fabulous looking after our beloved Beau and our home. They communicate well and clearly enjoy Beau as much as we do. We will use them again without hesitation.

Alex & Sara

They were wonderful and reliable. Great communication and the dogs was very comfortable a d happy with them. Received photos and videos of the dogs too which was great. My house was left tidy and clean which is lovely to come home too.

Steve

As far as house sitters are concerned, Steve & Helen are simply the best. They are well experienced, professionals in this field and this showed in the way our property and pet were cared for during their 3 month stay. Our house and gardens were pristinely maintained, and maintenance issues rapidly dealt with. Of importance was when our cat was in need of urgent medical attention, Steve & Helen quickly and competently attended to his needs and continued to do so when he was convalescing. We had an immediate rapport when we first met Steve and Helen, and this continued throughout their stay. We hope to continue this friendship in the future. If you are looking for a house sitter, you won't find anyone better than this couple.

Donna

Donna is very trustworthy, professional, and

Zo & Claire

What a thoroughly delightful girl. I can't speak highly enough of Zoe. Our miniture schnauzer couldn't have been in better hands. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Zoe to look after pets and homes., in fact my hope is we'll see her again.

Anna

The horses & dogs were happy & well on our return. Excellent care. Anna & Bryce have a can do attitude and coped well with a few problems that cropped up during their stay.

Lyn

Lyn was a superb pet/housesitter. She took exceptional care of our furry friends, sending us messages, pictures and videos each day we were away. Our cats are fairly independent (we only see them at feeding time really) and still managed to catch them on camera so we knew they were okay. Lyn was kind and friendly in all of her communications with us, before, during and after the sit. Our dog was absolutely besotted with her and we can tell he misses her company. Lyn took him on great adventures, even managed to get him on a bus, which he loved (an others loved him too). I can't recommend Lyn enough. I only wish she didn't live so far away so we could have her sit again the next time we go away. Thank you Lyn.

Johanna

Jo and Dave are exactly what you would want in a house/pet sitter. Friendly, approachable and reliable with great communication- my dog fell in love with them instantly. My partner and I got regular updates of all her antics- we were anxious going abroad and using a housesitter for the first time, but Jo and Dave immediately put us at ease and we’re so grateful. Cannot recommend highly enough- I’d have them to visit again in a heartbeat!

Laura

Laura and Martin were absolutely fantastic pet sitters for our beloved dog Enki and cat Isa. From the moment they arrived, it was clear they were experienced and passionate about animal care. They quickly bonded with our pets, understanding their individual needs and routines. Throughout their stay, Laura and Martin kept us updated with regular messages and photos, which was incredibly reassuring. They followed all our instructions meticulously, ensuring our pets' diets, exercise, and medication schedules were maintained. Upon our return, we found our home in immaculate condition - even cleaner than we left it! Enki and Isa were relaxed and happy, a testament to the loving care they received. It was evident that Laura and Martin had gone above and beyond, providing not just basic care but also plenty of playtime and affection. Their reliability and genuine love for animals made our time away worry-free. We couldn't have asked for better sitters and would not hesitate to recommend Laura and Martin to anyone in need of trustworthy, compassionate pet and house sitters. They truly treated our pets and home as if they were their own.

Sue & Adrian

Sue and Adrian were AMAZING housesitters, the best we've had. From the get-go they were communicative, flexible and thorough. They worked with us to ensure that our sweet pup had optimal care and were so thoughtful in their questions. It's clear they love animals and know how to prioritize their needs! They are super active and took her on many long hikes with them - so if you have a pup that needs some activity definitely work with them! We came home to a sparkling clean house, always a treat after a trip away, and a happy and tired pup. Can't ask for anything more!!!

Talia

Talia and Ben are first of all a lovely couple. But they are also the best pet- and housesitters. You can see they are used to take care of animals. They did not think it was a lot of work to take care of our pets while other housesitters thought it was loads of work. They are really communicative, send pictures, when we came back the house was clean and the pets were all well taken care off. They would always be welcome to do a housesit again at our house.

Les & Les

Lorraine and Les thank you so much for looking after Bessie and our home . I made a mistake with the date and we appreciate you going the extra mile for us by arriving 8 hours earlier than previously arranged . Highly recommended without hesitation Q

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Camilo & Anthony

Camilo is the perfect TH pet parent! Finn, the most interesting, intelligent and handsome Black Labrador I have yet had the pleasure of meeting and taking care of until now, was a real pup-full of playfulness and sheer love! A beautiful home, several near-by parks and a high 'walking score' makes this a great TH pet and home stay. Finn lives in a vibrant neighborhood in City, with the Mission District nearby and Noe Valley just up the hill. Highly recommended to a responsible, active TH pet sitter!

Deema

We had the best Easter weekend with Bailey, Delilah and Tommy in Deema and David’s beautiful home! Deema and David were very commutative and gave us detailed instructions about the house and the pets which was very reassuring. Bailey is a lot of fun and we enjoyed exploring the beautiful village and surrounding areas with him. We’re hoping to come and spend more time with them soon.

Jayne

Jayne and Jess are such wonderful people, and welcomed me right into their home. Their home is in a beautiful, central, and well connected area. Oz and Gigi were also an absolute pleasure to watch. Oz has a fun and lively personality, and Gigi is the sweetest! I already miss them dearly, and would housesit again anytime.

Bethanie

Looking after sweet little Gouda was a breeze, and Bethanie made everything very easy and straightforward. The flat is in a lovely location and the space is cozy with everything you’d need. Mr. Gouda was the fluffiest little shadow and happy for all the pets and scratches. He has specifications for his diet, but they aren’t difficult and Bethanie even made up a little calendar to make sure you cover everything. I would happily come back to look after the sweet boy again!

Gurjeet

Gurjeet was very helpful and welcoming, the house is beautiful and in a great location for walks, and Rafi is a lovely dog, very sweet and easy to handle

Pet Sitting FAQs

What do most pet sitters charge per day in Matakana, New Zealand?

From to for the cat sitting and from 3550 to 35150 for the dog, additional rates include from 50% to 100% per additional pet, cheap rates are 3540 for the cat sitting and 35 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 Matakana, New Zealand ?

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.