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D1. Dawn
Fun Loving Care For Your Critters5.7 km
(232 reviews)
84 recurring guests
Calendar recently updated
Last booked 5 days ago
"Dawn, without question, has become our legendary go-to superhero pet sitter.
We would recommend her, without hesitation, for any booking she agrees to handle for you.
My wife Janis and I are retirees with 2 very different cats. Luke is somewhat shy but makes friends quickly and has a reasonably easy disposition. At the opposite end of the behavioral spectrum, we have Kende, who is extremely shy and skittish, requires once daily medication, a special diet, daily monitoring of litter box activities, and takes a very, very long time to establish a trust relationship with new people. He was a rescue cat, so his hesitant behavior is not a complete surprise to us.
Our first encounter with Dawn was to enlist her pet sitting services for a quick 3-day trip out of town to attend a funeral for an aunt. The final duration of the trip was quite uncertain due to the unpredictable extreme winter weather.
We were very grateful for Dawn's quick response and enthusiasm, despite us having provided her with very short notice for our request. At our meet and greet we met with her and almost knew instantly that we were very lucky to have made such a perfect choice. (She did not get to see both cats on this introductory visit, as they had both run to hide when a new voice was heard in the house).
A day or so later, Dawn began her visits and stayed in touch with us each day with an update, videos, and a few notes. It was immediately obvious that Kende was going to be a challenge, as expected, but Dawn demonstrated she was indeed up to the task. Luke was warming up very quickly, and Dawn was still careful to give both cats appropriate attention and understanding. Feedings, administering of meds, and litter monitoring went smoothly despite Kende's brief appearances.
On the 2nd or 3rd day of the trip, we requested an extension of 3 additional days to visit family further away yet, and Dawn accommodated us without hesitation. (Notwithstanding, we were again lucky that her calendar schedule could accommodate us). Unlike many would-be pet sitters, Dawn has demonstrated to us that she is very well organized and leverages today's technologies such as cell phone messaging and videos, internet emails and Interac bank transfers, and does so in a professionally organized manner. (Without such handling skills, the tools provided by Pawshake and other similar services would be ineffective).
Our trip proceeded without further incident and the weather co-operated with our extend travel plans. Through Dawn's persistent, careful, and dedicated loving attention, Kende now has a new and trusted caregiver. Lukey Luke was also very happy with the care Dawn provided for him throughout our absence, although is now probably a bit jealous that he needs to share Dawn's visiting times with Kende too.
Such things are probably not often thought about or shared publicly, among those of us that care so deeply for our pets, but it should be recognized that we all deserve some time away from our pets for our own family priorities and peace of mind.
The only way that this can be done without unnecessary guilt or stress while away is to leave your pets in the care of someone you can deeply trust, and who shares your own values and love for animals. Dawn is that person for us. We are sure that you will find that you can trust and depend on her in the way that we do.
"
AReview by Allan
Afrom
$27
/day
J2. Jarvis
giving my best care cuz they literally saved my life4.4 km
(9 reviews)
4 recurring guests
Calendar recently updated
Last booked 2 days ago
"Jarvis was an excellent cat sitter! He was attentive, reliable, and clearly very experienced with cats. He followed all care instructions carefully and kept me updated with regular messages and photos, which gave me great peace of mind while I was away. My cats were happy, calm, and well cared for when I returned. I would highly recommend Jarvis to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring cat sitter!"
AReview by Alina
Afrom
$22
/dayYou and your pet are in safe hands when you book and pay on Pawshake.
K3. Kristen
Experienced Cat Mom who lives for the purr! 🐱4.3 km
(42 reviews)
22 recurring guests
Last booked 4 days ago
Last contacted today
"Kristen is a fantastic cat sitter! I left my cat, Ella, in her care for six days, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Kristen was attentive and thoughtful, providing regular updates and photos showing how Ella was gradually warming up to her. What impressed me most was how quickly Kristen built trust with Ella, who can be shy with new people.
At the start of the visits, Ella was cautious and stayed under the bed, but Kristen patiently gained her trust with treats and gentle interactions. By the end of the week, Ella was confidently approaching Kristen, rubbing against her hand, and even sitting nearby while eating—clear signs that Kristen made her feel safe and comfortable. Kristen's updates were detailed and reassuring, highlighting the progress in their bond each day. It was heartwarming to see Ella so relaxed and happy.
Kristen also showed great attention to detail and care for my home. She ensured Ella was well-fed and that her space was clean and comfortable. When she realized she had left one of Ella’s dishes soaking in the sink, she promptly let me know and apologized—a small but meaningful sign of her professionalism.
I highly recommend Kristen to anyone looking for a reliable, compassionate, and skilled cat sitter. Ella and I are so grateful for her care, and I wouldn’t hesitate to book her again!"
NReview by Nick
Nfrom
$25
/day
B5. Brittany
A trustworthy pet sitter here to help!5 km
(97 reviews)
30 recurring guests
Calendar recently updated
Last booked today
"Brittany was absolutely awesome!!! She was able to look after my 2 cats last minute, and met with us that same day. She genuinely does care about my cats and pointed out what could be an ailment to one of them while we were away (during our daily communication). It is obvious once you meet Brittany she is well versed in pet sitting and care, down to the very last detail. Upon return, the cat areas were very clean upon, as with the rest of the house.😊 And watered my outdoor plants too. I HIGHLY recommend Brittany. She is well worth the money, and would hire her back in a heartbeat."
SReview by Shelley
Sfrom
$26
/day
R7. Robyn and Craig
Loving Pet Owners Wanting To Help2.1 km
(156 reviews)
66 recurring guests
Last booked yesterday
Last contacted today
"2nd booking 4 days after I got back from the first getaway
Again, superior service, excellent communicators.
Had peace of mind despite leaving so soon after my first trip.
My cat was well taken care of.
Favorited Robyn & Craig as my go-to pet sitters."
LReview by Lester
Lfrom
$21
/day
S8. Sina
Animal Lover Ready to Care for Your Pets!5 km
(4 reviews)
2 recurring guests
Last contacted today
Last active today
"Sina was fantastic with visiting our two cats for a month! He sent consistent photos every day, and random videos where it was very evident how much they liked him, even our more shy cat. He was always very friendly and went above and beyond in keeping the house clean. We felt very happy to find such a reliable cat sitter for long vacations, and definitely will be booking again! "
AReview by Alexandria
Afrom
$20
/day
H9. Helena
Love on loan4.4 km
(7 reviews)
2 recurring guests
Last contacted 7 days ago
Last active today
"Helena’s care for my cat gave me such peace of mind. She went above and beyond when the cat became unwell, communicating clearly and taking excellent care. I was beyond thankful to have Helena. She’s the best. I will not hesitate to book her again, and my cat will be thrilled! "
VReview by Vicki
Vfrom
$30
/day
E10. Eunice
A warm, attentive cat sitter who notices the little changes6.6 km
(1 review)
1 recurring guest
Last booked 3 days ago
Last contacted yesterday
"Eunice was an amazing cat sitter. She has fantastic communication and observation skills which was really appreciated with our cat who gets separation anxiety when we are away for travel. Would recommend her for any cat sitter :)
"
SReview by Simon
Sfrom
$22
/day
E12. Erica
Any animal, any time!6 km
(18 reviews)
8 recurring guests
Lives with 1 dog
Lives with Labradoodle Tucker
"Erica was a great pet sitter! She followed care instructions, sent daily pictures, and was great with my cat and bearded dragon. She even went above and beyond to help my bearded dragon with his stomach issues while she was pet sitting. I’d definitely recommend her and book her again! "AReview by Alexandria
Afrom
$20
/day
L13. Lucy
Compassionate & Reliable Pet Care6.5 km
(2 reviews)
1 recurring guest
Last contacted 5 days ago
Last active 5 days ago
"Lucy is perfect. She does exactly what she advertises. Great communication and professionalism. Exceptional care was given to my little buddy Neil. He was well loved during my absence and it made my trip so much better knowing that he was happy. Lucy actually sent me pictures of Neil daily. Thank you so much Lucy. Amazing!!!"
RReview by Randy
Rfrom
$15
/day
K14. Karina
I have a warm heart for cold noses4.6 km
(6 reviews)
4 recurring guests
Usually responds within one day
"Karina was excellent,
my cat took to her immediately and showed up for most visits during my absence (which is no guarantee). I got lots of communication and updates, some playtime and cuddling included. Upon my return, I found my cat well-fed and in a good mood.
I will book Karina again and can recommend her."
BReview by Birgit
Bfrom
$25
/day
C15. Colin
Caring trustworthy Cat Sitter, Dog Walker, Volunteer at Meow 4.1 km
(2 reviews)
1 recurring guest
Last contacted 9 days ago
Last active 9 days ago
"Colin looked after our two cats for several days, and we couldn’t have asked for a better sitter. He truly has a gift with cats—our shyest one, who usually hides from visitors, quickly warmed up to him and came out of her shell. Each day, Colin sent us thoughtful updates with photos, which gave us such peace of mind while we were away. The cats clearly enjoyed his visits and had a great time playing with their toys. Even before the sit, Colin impressed us by asking excellent questions and taking careful notes to make sure everything would go smoothly. We can’t recommend him highly enough!"
SReview by Shelley
Sfrom
$20
/day
J16. Johanne
Freelancing pet photographer. Wild life lover.3.9 km
(2 reviews)
1 recurring guest
Lives with 2 cats
Usually responds within few hours
"Johanne did a great job checking in on our 12 year old cat twice per day. She has great energy around cats and we will definitely book with her in the future."
NReview by Nathan
Nfrom
$23
/day
B17. Briana
Passionate Part-Time Pet Sitter4.9 km
(33 reviews)
2 recurring guests
Last contacted 10 days ago
Last active today
"Briana took amazing care of my bunnies! She was so gentle and sweet with them, and I know they appreciated her care because I came home to two happy bunnies instead of grumpy ones (I don't even think they cared that I left lol)! Everything about this booking was easy and seamless and flexible, from communication to key drop off to actual pet care, and it helped reduce my anxiety about leaving my bunnies for the weekend. Thank you so much! 🐰🐰 "
MReview by Melissa
Mfrom
$20
/day
M18. Maren
Active, experienced and pet-loving person3.5 km
(3 reviews)
2 recurring guests
Last contacted today
Last active today
"Maren was fantastic. She was kind, patient and attentive. My bunny was well taken care of and I felt super relaxed. She kept in touch and even sent me pictures and videos, which really eased my anxiety. Highly recommend! "
SReview by Sheza
Sfrom
$19
/day
A19. Anna
Animal lover located in Mission 🐈❤️4.7 km - Calgary
(21 reviews)
10 recurring guests
Last booked 5 days ago
Last contacted 5 days ago
"Anna was absolutely amazing! She visited our cat every day while we were on vacation, and we couldn’t have asked for better care. She went above and beyond to ensure our cat was happy, well-fed, and loved. Anna provided regular updates, including photos and little notes about how our cat was doing, which gave us so much peace of mind.
It's clear that she genuinely loves animals and takes her role seriously. Our cat seemed calm and content when we returned, which is a testament to the care Anna provided. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and compassionate pet sitter. Thank you, Anna!"
AReview by Anna
Afrom
$25
/day
J20. Julia and Serge
Two pet lovers ready to help6.3 km
(4 reviews)
Lives with 1 cat
Usually responds within one day
"Julia was a great sitter. She took great care of my little furball, asked great questions about their care. She kept me up to date daily. I felt very safe leaving my cat with her. I would highly recommend!
"
AReview by Alexis
Afrom
$23
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Why cat sitting ?
Many cat owners will understand that cats can be fussy and prefer their own home environment rather than an unfamiliar place like a cattery or cat hotel. Although some cats can adapt to cat boarding if they have to, most cats become stressed when transported somewhere new.
This is where a friendly Highwood Pawshake cat feeder or carer can help. Our Highwood cat sitting expert can come and visit your cat while you are away on holiday or at work. A cat sitter can even stay overnight if required, which is far less stressful than sending your feline friend to a cattery for cat boarding. Whether you just need a sitter for a couple of hours or someone to visit each day for a week, our Highwood cat sitters can tailor their service to suit you and please even the fussiest kitty.
Although most cats are independent, having a cat carer visit has a lot of benefits. Your chosen Pawshake cat sitter can feed, freshen up the water bowl, tidy the litter tray, and spend quality time with your cat. And unlike a cattery or cat hotel, your cat can chill out in their own familiar space.
Finally, every booking with Pawshake is with a verified carer and includes the Pawshake Guarantee and veterinary coverage, so you have nothing to worry about when it comes to your feline companion!
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