Cat Sitters in Murdock, FL

David
-60% off
8.9 miles away
Limited time deal
4.60
• 5 reviews
/night 76.00
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David and I clicked on the Zoom interview, but it was not a great fit, ultimately. The pets are fine, so the most important thing is that. And the house is fine. I guess I've been spoiled by great sitters who left our house impeccably clean and communicated daily with pictures and information that clearly indicated they knew our pets well and were taking really good care of them and our house. This seems to be the zeewoi standard. But I had to contact David every time I wanted information. He never contacted us once, although he did respond within the hour when I contacted him. But not a picture. Nothing. He even jokingly complained that our cat wasn't being warm enough to him and he considered himself a cat whisperer and was a little peeved. I laughed along and shrugged it off because he was such a nice guy. But I think he found my detailed instructions too informative? Over the 25 years I've had pet sitters some have joked about my very thorough instructions, but everyone, until David, told me they very much appreciated too much information rather than not enough. It doesn't appear he paid them much attention. He didn't recycle. He didn't take in our mail, several days worth was left sitting in our mailbox, which he explained was because we hadn't explicitly asked him to bring it in. The same was true about sending pics of the animals or communication. If I'd asked he would have, but I didn't, so he didn't. The same went for a package that was delivered the day we came home. It arrived at noon, 5 hours before he left our house, but he just left it outside. He said he figured it "would be fine" out there until we got home. He also left earlier than we'd agreed to over text. It's clear if you read the instructions what time the dogs eat dinner and I told him to please stay until dinner, walk them as instructed and then feed them before he left. He left an hour and a half earlier than that to meet friends at the beach. He also didn't follow the instructions for feeding one of our cats, about not leaving her food out because the dogs would eat it before she got a chance to. He did this at least twice that I know of. There was a coating of sand in the shower. The bed was made-ish. He didn't bother with the wash cloth on the bathroom counter I asked him to use to wipe it down so the poured cement doesn't stain. It was untouched, perfectly folded and the post-it note was still stuck to it . The floor was not swept, lots of fur tumbleweeds, although I'd left the vacuum out. And when I challenged him his response was that, "he was not a professional." Except that this site is based on a pay-based membership and at least I expect professional behavior from the sitters who I entrust with my pets and my house. He was taken aback by my texts challenging him when we got home and had discovered all the above. He said he's received nothing but good reviews before and I have no reason not to believe him. He also said he "probably won't use the app again." He said he was "feeling a little attacked" by my observations, even explaining that he'd been asked back by other sitters, and one even paid him some $, though he hadn't asked for it and never would. I've never ever had anything but great relationships with the sitters I've had in my home, through this site or before over the years. Some were long-term sitters for over a decade. I liked David very much as a person over the phone. I have to say we were not a good match once I came home and saw the lack of attention to our instructions, and that he hadn't cleaned up after himself thoroughly before leaving. Not all fits are good ones. This one wasn't for me., though I wish David the best, as he did me.

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Kelly
It was such a great relief to find Mitchell. A breath of fresh air! We were going overseas and old-man Champie needed special care. I was very worried about finding the right fit and it was my good fortune to find him. Mitch came to our house with a brightness and positivity that we could all feel. He came a night earlier so he could get to know Champie's routine and get a handle on the administration of his meds and Champie's somewhat picky food regime. Mitch is very easygoing and affable and we shared some great convos.

When we left, I knew Champie was in good hands, so I was able to relax on my vacation. And when we returned, I could also tell that Champie was well taken care of – he was doing very well. I can't thank Mitch enough for providing that security for me.

He sent me daily updates with photos and it was always a pleasure communicating with him.

After having some not-so-great experiences with would-be sitters, Mitch raised the bar to another level. I would be thrilled to welcome him back to our home for our next adventure.
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Molly
I would leave a 10-star review for Stacey & Nick, if that were an option. They took excellent care of my cats and house. Wonderfully, they bonded lovingly and immediately with Bertie and Jewel. Even Jewel, my nervous and jumpy cat, came to them for daily headrubs, and Bertie nestled nearby on the couch and chairs so he could enjoy their company. They sent me regular reports and photos of the cats so that I could relax without worry on my trip. They also left house very clean and welcoming for me when I returned. Before the sit, we had a good conversation to discuss what was required and whether it would be a good fit, and it was clear that they were experienced house- and pet-sitters who knew exactly what questions to ask and when to get clarification. Stacey and Nick are utterly reliable and caring pet-sitters. I would have them again any time!

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