Updated August 2026 You should enquire about a house sitter as soon as your travel dates are reasonably clear. For an ordinary off-peak booking, several weeks may give enough time to check availability, arrange a meet-and-greet and confirm the care plan. However, school holidays, bank holidays, Easter, summer and Christmas can fill months in advance….
Updated August 2026 The simple answer is no. Standard house sitting does not normally mean that the sitter remains inside your home continuously for 24 hours. A standard house sitter stays overnight, follows your pet’s agreed routine and spends a substantial part of the booking caring for your pets. However, they may also leave during…
Last updated: August 2026 When you’re planning a holiday, it’s completely natural to compare different pet care options. One question I occasionally get asked is: “Why does your professional house sitting service cost £60 per night when kennels or some boarding services appear cheaper?” It’s a fair question. The simple answer is that they are…
Updated July 2026 Many cats remain active, affectionate and independent well into their teenage years. Growing older does not automatically mean that your cat is ill or unable to enjoy life. However, senior cats can become more vulnerable to arthritis, dental disease, kidney problems, thyroid conditions, high blood pressure and changes in their sight, hearing…
Bringing home a new kitten is exciting, but it can also be rather overwhelming. You’ve probably bought a few toys, chosen some food and started imagining your kitten exploring the house. For your kitten, however, everything is changing. They’re leaving familiar surroundings, smells, routines and often their mother and littermates. Suddenly, they’re in a different…
Updated July 2026 Estimated reading time: 18 minutes Choosing cat food should be simple. You pick something your cat likes, put it in their bowl and get on with your day. Unfortunately, the shelves are filled with wet food, dry food, kitten recipes, senior diets, indoor-cat formulas, grain-free products, fresh food, raw food and packets…
Updated July 2026 Indoor cats can live happy and fulfilling lives, but their home must provide more than food, water and somewhere to sleep. An outdoor cat can choose to climb, patrol, investigate scents, watch wildlife, scratch, hide and explore. An indoor cat depends entirely on the environment and opportunities you provide. That does not…
Updated July 2026 Leaving a cat who needs regular medication requires more preparation than simply putting tablets beside their food and writing a quick note. Your cat sitter needs to understand exactly what must be given, when it is due, how your cat normally accepts it and what to do if a dose cannot be…
