Pet Sitters in Palmona Park, FL

Diane & Bill

Diane and Bill were wonderful sitters for our princess feline Katie. It was great to meet them the evening before I left for my trip and appreciated that they could drive me to the station the morning of my departure. Katie does not normally warm up to strangers easily, but she was comfortable with Bill and Diane, as evident in her very "chill" behavior when I returned. I also very much appreciated their attention to my garden and plants, keeping them all watered during a dry spell, so that I could continue to enjoy them upon my return. Bed linens and towels were washed and the house left clean and tidy. Communications, logistics and coordination were all excellent. Diane and Bill would be welcome back again anytime!

Christi & Jay

What a lovely family, they really cared for our pets and home and overcame some unexpected problems with great communication and determination. We can highly recommend them as sitters and now consider them good friends

Estelle

Estelle was fantastic. She checked all the boxes and more - great communication even though the stay was short, Bogie and Leo were happy and well cared for, she went above and beyond with tidying up and cleaning our home for when we came home. We would definitely have her back. And she's very personable, Thanks Estelle..

Ana

Ana and Dorian are proof that Christmas miracles do happen! After another sitter canceled at the very last minute, they came to the rescue. They are friendly and easy to communicate with. Most of importantly, they were fantastic with my shy cat, Princess. They were patient with her, drew her out of her hiding spots to play with her and were very attentive to her needs. I loved getting daily photos or videos along with updates. It made me so happy to see Princess was so well cared for. When I got home everything was neat and tidy. I highly recommend Ana and Dorian and would welcome them back anytime.

Vonn

Vonn was amazing!! She was a great communicator and very easy to talk to!! I was overseas and she kept me up to date on all the goings on at my house! She loved my babies for sure and I know they miss her! I would highly recommend Vonn!!!

Katrina

Kate did a great job looking after my cat Lulu. When I returned, Lulu was well taken care of, and my home was clean. I appreciated her attention to detail and reliability. I would recommend Kate to anyone needing a dependable pet sitter.

Lee & Stephen

LeeAnn and Stephen were great. I felt very secure and comfortable that our home and pets were in good hands. LeeAnn sent us daily updates- very reassuring. Our communications were friendly and straightforward. I look forward to having them sit for us again.

Veronique

Veronique (Ronnie) is a great housesitter! She took a great interest in my dog Tori and helped treat some itchy skin issues in addition to giving her lots of attention and love! Tori appeared to have been perfectly content! Ronnie was great at keeping me updated daily with texts and photos which is my preference when I travel. My home was clean, sheets washed and dried and bathroom spotless! I would choose Ronnie to stay in my home again if she is available!

David

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.

Riya & Tipu

Riya and Tipu were amazing house and pet sitters!! They stayed in my home for almost two weeks, and they were so trustworthy and caring with my dog and home. The entire time, they communicated thoroughly with me, and sent me lots of great photos and videos of my dog, which I really appreciated! I came home to a clean and tidy house, and happy pup, and I’m so grateful to have had everything near and dear to me in such good hands. I would absolutely recommend Riya and Tipu to others looking for trusted and caring house and pet sitters - you both are welcome back anytime! 😊

Heather

My Sheena was the litmus test for what a wonderful pet sitter Heather is. Sheena is my shy, skittish cat, but she warmed up to Heather pretty quickly. Heather sent photos daily, so I had peace of mind about how well my cats were doing. Heather left my home in immaculate condition -- probably cleaner than when I left. Not only do I feel like I have a new go-to pet sitter, I feel like I have a new friend. Heather is one of the best pet sitters I've had.

Lexi

Lexi did a great job taking care of our 2 high energy labs. She communicated with us, came by to meet the dogs before the sit & they took to her right away. Our house was left clean & tidy. Would love to have her sit for us again!

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4.96 Organised 4.96 Reliable 4.95 Clean and tidy 4.97 Self-sufficient 4.91 Pet care

alexa

My dog had some GI issues and Bella handled it all wonderfully and gracefully!!  I highly recommend her!!

Robert

This sit was lovely. Rob and Sasha were so generous, kind and helpful, and their house is super comfy and clean. That pool! Such a treat, and a dream come true in the hot weather. Pups Nelson and Lola, and cat Nacho were like a little fur family, and a delight to be a part of. Lots of cuddles required, but the rewards with all the love were well worth it. This home was also in a lovely leafy area that made walking them really enjoyable. So glad I did this one!

Mehrunissa

I had a great time at Mehrunissa's home. She made it very easy for me to travel from the airport to her home by leaving me a detailed description. The bus stops right in front of her house, that is situated not far from Lake Zurich. I felt at home right away. The two cats, Daisy and Paddington,  gave me a warm welcome as well. They are very independent, having their own access to the house, but both wanting lots of fuss. 
Shops are within walking distance from the house. Zurich exceeded my expectations. It is interesting from a cultural and historical point of view, a very relaxed city. 
All communication with Mehrunissa went smooth. I would definitely recommend sitting for her.

Michele

Great sit! Michele and Daniel were very generous!! They let me arrive several days before their trip and fed me 3 meals a day! Their pets are very sweet and friendly. The home has an UNBELIEVABLE view of Oakland and San Francisco. It’s in a quiet neighborhood with friendly neighbors that were available to help with the pets and anything else I needed. I was allowed to use their car for hikes with Buster the dog and for personal use. I had a great time at their home in the Oakland Hills. Highly recommend this sit!

Jim

Sitting for Jim was such a great experience! The neighborhood was safe and so picturesque, and the house was beautiful and clean. Jim left detailed instructions for pet care and the house, which was very helpful. Sydney is an absolute delight and very mellow, and Gabi is very energetic and cuddly. My only negative experience was the rain! I highly recommend sitting for Jim, it was a wonderful experience.

monique

Monique's apartment was very nice and Luna was a darling!  Everything you might need for your stay was available and the proximity to Little Italy was great!

Jill

We had a short but sweet last-minute sit for Jill. 

Arriving at her house, we were greeted by the sublime sight of three very excited Irish Setters who could not wait to cover us in welcoming kisses.

On this occasion, in addition to her two, Jill also had her daughter's dog for us to look after as they all headed to a family wedding. So ZaZa, Evie and Lyra were back as a mum and two daughters team, and they are so very sweet together,  it's a true delight to be around.

After a walk with the dogs along the lane to visit Phil the horse, Jill cooked us a delicious supper, and we were joined by Mark for a fun evening.

For the duration of the weekend, the Setters were super chilled, very cuddly, and if there was an available lap, they were delighted to squeeze onto it. They all ate well, were very gentle, loved their walks, and playing in the garden too.  At night, they were happy to head to bed, and slept through quietly down in the kitchen, as per Jill's instructions.

Phill the horse is self-sufficient and so we mainly visited him daily on our rambling walks, a myriad of which are available straight from the front door of the house.

It was lovely to have the opportunity to spend some time in the glorious countryside with the most gorgeous dogs and sweet horse.

Thanks, Jill!

Pet Sitting FAQs

What do most pet sitters charge per day in Palmona Park, Florida?

From $27/week to $99/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 Palmona Park, Florida ?

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.