Pet Sitters in Winkleigh

Andrew

Jane and Andy were excellent. Our baby, Cloud, absolutely loved them. It was very unfortunate that both Jane and Andy were sick while they were housesitting, which meant that they spent a lot of time at home, but as far as Cloud was concerned, he had care and attention 24 hours a day. I wish Jane and Andy good health and would welcome them back into our home anytime.

Deborah & Root

Root came without Deborah. He had great communication prior to coming. He was agreeable to come a day ahead so that we could take him on a walk with our dog, Sweet Pea and he could learn her routines. The house was clean upon return. He handled a doggie altercation during a walk and notified us of that. We enjoyed meeting Root and sharing a meal. We would look forward to having him come house/pet sit another time.

Pete

Pete was a great sitter, left the house super tidy and even washed and dried all the sheets!

Ben & Jasmine

Ben and Jasmine were wonderful sitters! Easy communication, animals were happy and well taken care of, and they left the house spotless when we returned. We would absolutely recommend them!

Helen

Helen was amazing. So organised and with brilliant communication. One of our cats unexpectedly had an injury so he needed medication and a visit to the vets for a check up, Helen did this for us with out any issues and was informing us every day of how both cats were. Helen left the house in perfect condition to come home to and the cats looked happy and healthy! Would definitely love to have Helen sit for us again - highly recommend!

Davina & Nick

Davina and Finley were great house sitters. Really friendly, self sufficient with good communications from start to finish. Hendrix clearly had them wrapped around his paw as we received photos of him being cuddled and sitting on their laps! Highly recommend and we'd happily have them back for another sit.

Lisa & Jeff

We couldn't have asked for more from Lisa and Jeff. This was our first time using pet sitters and it turns out our cat is very unsettled when we're not here. They did all they could to keep her settled and we endlessly appreciate it! We got regular updates and I can tell from our dogs behaviour on returning that he's been incredibly well taken care of. They left the house in perfect condition and I couldn't recommend them enough. Lovely family!

Clara

Clara was a great sitter! The boys seemed to really love her, even Sterling came out of his shell super quickly which is unusual. She kept us updated with daily messages and pictures but was completely self sufficient so we could enjoy our break. The flat was left spotless and we were even welcomed home by a lovely bunch of sunflowers. Would highly recommend Clara to other pet parents.

Nyasa

Nyasa is reliable, responsible and a lovely person too! Highly recommend. Hope we can arrange another sit in the future with her if dates fit. Thanks Nyasa 🙏

Sophia

Sophia & Nigel couldn't have been more delightful to deal with and helpful during the sit. They came to stay the night before we left so that they could meet Marmaduke and I could give them an overview of the garden watering that needed doing for the fortnight we were away. They did an excellent job of both. They were communicative and receptive on all levels. In addition the house was left beautifully clean and tidy. We would not hesitate to recommend them to others or have them to sit for us again in the future. Thank you so much Sophia & Nigel.

Cameron & Bethany

Cameron and Bethany stayed for a week looking after our dog, snails, plants, and home. Communication was easy and clear throughout the stay, and the photos they sent showed that our dog was having a great time. He was also very sad to see them go, a sure sign that he bonded with them. Cameron and Bethany were super patient and easygoing with us as we navigated some of our own flight and travel complications. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, friendly, communicative couple to look after their home!

Connie

Connie and Ollie were brilliant. I would have them back anytime and have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone. They established a great rapport with Sam. Playful and calm. Kept us informed with pictures at the rate we needed, flexible and supportive, prompt communication. Paid attention to the details such as not too much ball play for Sam, considerate of my neighbours. House lovely and tidy.

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Laurie (Elizabeth Boone)

I left this review over a year ago, I'm not sure where TH sent that review...? Laurie (homeowner) and Sara (fur baby) are both fantastic and I had an amazing time doing a Christmas/New Year's sit here last year. The views from the house are phenomenal, with hiking trails right across the road. Sara is the sweetest, calmest dog you'll ever meet. While she may not say much or be as animated as some dogs--she really enjoys being petted and will 'ask' you for more pets by moving her paw like she wants to shake hands. She's also quite energetic in the mornings. She is absolutely one of the easiest and best dogs I've cared for. 

Laurie is an incredibly considerate homeowner--leaving treats for you at the house, very easy to communicate with before and after, and all information provided in advance as well.

Wouldn't hesitate to sit for Laurie and Sara again.

Karen

We absolutely loved our time at Karen & Mark’s, looking after Poppy and Jake! They are both friendly cats that love a fuss and to play. We were also lucky enough to meet Sam, as well as Cocopops who lives nearby. 

Jake loves to venture outside most of the day and Poppy likes to chill out in the house. They both let us know when they need our attention, whether it’s food or cuddles. Poppy is very calm when administering the injections, so it was easy and simple to do. 

The information that Karen gave us was very detailed and useful. The communication before and during the sit was perfect as well. 

The house is located in a nice quiet area of Putney with a lovely garden, where we spent a lot of time with the cats in the sun. 

Karen & Mark are very generous when it comes to feeding wildlife. They prepared food for us to put out for foxes each day, and lots different nuts and seeds for birds and squirrels that visit the gardens. 

Thanks again guys for letting us stay and for the bottle of wine too!

All the best,
Matt & Hyemin

Liz

I loved this sit in Chinley. It's a beautiful house in a lush location. Gwyn is a special cat who I found it very easy to bond with. She was quite independent and out on adventures but when home liked to cuddle up. I was without a car and was able to make use of the nearby train station to visit family in Sheffield and went on some great walks in the local area. Communication was straightforward and timely. Thanks to Liz and family for sharing your home and cat :)

Anne

This was one of our favourite sits! Rosie and Lily are absolute sweethearts, over the top affectionate but also obedient. Couldn’t be easier to look after. The chickens were simple and produced a LOT of eggs. We had so much fun taking the dogs for morning walks - they traveled really well in their crate so we explored the trails in the area and we all had a great time.

Kiran

Lovely peaceful retreat, while doing some work in Oxford.  Spacious and relaxing house, especially for you if you love reading.  The cats were no trouble at all.  They were lovely company.  Enjoyed my stay

Anna

My time in Cambridge taking care of Rocky, Pippi, Boris for Anna and Roman was truly beautiful! Anna and Roman are the most welcoming, warm, easygoing, open minded, thoughtful, and kind power couple you could ask for as hosts! They made sure I felt comfortable and taken care of even before my stay began and left no question unanswered. The communication prior to my arrival as well as during their travels was always easy and helpful. My dinners with them were absolutely inspiring and they have the best stories to tell from all their exciting numerous travels.
Rocky and Pippi are two easy to take care for retired oldies with warm personalities and the biggest eyes full of love. Short walks, independent garden time, food and their cuddles are all they need and other than that they sleep most of the time. They appreciate attention but don’t ask for it are well trained. Boris is an elegant lady spider that requires literally no work but is mesmerising and fascinating to observe which was a wonderful experience for me. The happy chickens are self sufficient and provide you with probably the best eggs you’ll have had in a ling time! 
Their clean well taken care of house has everything to make you feel cosy and is located in a quiet residential area in Cambridge that has easy access to the city center by foot or bus. I loved my time house sitting for Anna and Roman and hope I will have an opportunity to be see them again soon. I will miss the pugs and their companions dearly!

Pet Sitting FAQs

What do most pet sitters charge per day in Winkleigh, United Kingdom?

From to for the cat sitting and from 19.9950 to 19.99150 for the dog, additional rates include from 50% to 100% per additional pet, cheap rates are 19.9940 for the cat sitting and 19.99 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 Winkleigh, United Kingdom ?

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.