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Pet sitting at your home

Home visits for while you are away

A qualified pet sitter will drop-in and visit your home to spend some one-on-one time with your pet.

Pet sitting services are suitable for all types of pets who would feel more comfortable in their own environment.

Pet care at home is a safer and less stressful choice for all pet types than a commercial pet hotel.

How does it work?

Securing a pet sitting booking with Pawshake is easy and safe.

1. Search for a sitter

Choose from a range of experienced pet and dog sitting professionals nearby.

2. Organise a free meet and greet

Meet your sitter for free before you make a pet sitting booking to make sure it’s a perfect match.

3. Safely confirm your booking

Benefit from in-house customer support and free veterinary coverage for your pet.

Why choose Pawshake for pet sitting?

We've got you and your pet covered

Peace of mind guarantee

We care about the happiness and safety of you and your pet.
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Experienced local pet and dog sitters

We have experienced, qualified and reliable local pet and dog sitters for a range of pet care services.

Vetted sitters and dog minders

Every single pet sitting profile is individually reviewed by our dedicated Trust and Safety team. We only accept 15% of sitter applications.
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Contactless payments

Pawshake’s safe and cashless booking process means that pet carers only get paid after they complete the booking.

See what Pawshake pet sitting clients have to say!

Read real pet sitting reviews from happy pet owners

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Home Visits
Marc, 24-04-2024
We kunnen Doruk niet genoeg aanbevelen als kattenoppas! Hij heeft deze vakantie twee dagen op onze katten, Louie en Ozzie, gepast en we zijn zeer tevreden over zijn zorg voor hen. Vanaf het moment dat Doruk binnenkwam, voelden we ons meteen op ons gemak. Zijn vriendelijke en zorgzame houding straalde door, en het was duidelijk dat hij een echte dierenliefhebber is. Louie en Ozzie reageerden in eerste instantie wat afwachten maar ze zijn ook helemaal geen andere mensen gewend. Na 2 dagen wennen reageerden ze heel positief op hem, wat ons geruststelde dat ze in goede handen waren. Doruk heeft uitstekend voor onze katten gezorgd, ervoor zorgend dat ze genoeg aandacht kregen, speeltijd hadden, en natuurlijk hun maaltijden op tijd kregen. Hij nam zelfs de tijd om met hen te knuffelen! Wat ook opviel, was hoe gemakkelijk het was om met Doruk te communiceren. Hij was altijd bereikbaar voor vragen of updates, en hij stelde ons regelmatig gerust door ons op de hoogte te houden van hoe het met Louie en Ozzie ging. Al met al waren we buitengewoon tevreden met Doruk's diensten als kattenoppas. Hij is niet alleen een fantastische verzorger, maar ook een fijn persoon om mee om te gaan. We zullen zeker weer contact met hem opnemen de volgende keer dat we een oppas nodig hebben voor onze katten! --- English translation We can't recommend Doruk enough as a cat sitter! This holiday, he looked after our cats, Louie and Ozzie, for two days, and we're extremely satisfied with his care for them. From the moment Doruk walked in, we felt immediately at ease. His friendly and caring demeanor shone through, and it was evident that he's a true animal lover. Louie and Ozzie were initially a bit hesitant, but they're not accustomed to other people. After 2 days of getting used to him, they responded very positively, which reassured us they were in good hands. Doruk took excellent care of our cats, ensuring they received plenty of attention, playtime, and, of course, their meals on time. He even took the time to cuddle with them! Another thing that stood out was how easy it was to communicate with Doruk. He was always accessible for questions or updates, and he regularly reassured us by keeping us informed of how Louie and Ozzie were doing. Overall, we were extremely pleased with Doruk's services as a cat sitter. Not only is he a fantastic caregiver, but he's also a pleasure to interact with. We'll definitely reach out to him again next time we need a sitter for our cats!
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Home Visits
Ipek, 05-01-2024
Maya was an absolute gem of a cat sitter! When I got back from my trip, my cat seemed happier than ever, which was a delightful change compared to my experiences with other sitters. Maya was super organized, always letting me know when she was going to pop in to check on my cat. Every day, she sent me the cutest pics and gave me all the deets about how my cat was doing, which was so reassuring. She followed all the instructions I left to the letter, and everything went super smoothly while I was gone. Honestly, I'm kinda bummed that she's moving out of Amsterdam. She's been the best cat sitter I've had, and I'm sure any cat would be lucky to have her. Totally recommend her to anyone who needs someone reliable and caring for their pet!

Frequently asked questions

Your pet sitting questions answered

What does pet sitting include?

When you book our pet sitting services, an experienced pet sitter will visit your home and spend some one-on-one time with your pet.

Who will be caring for my pet during the pet sitting booking?

Pawshake only accepts pet and dog sitters who have experience and/or qualifications caring for pets. You can search, choose and have a free meet and greet with your pet sitter or dog minder prior to making a booking.

Is pet sitting the right option for my pet?

Pet sitting is the perfect option for pets who prefer staying in their own home environment and would like some company during the day. This means your pet gets to enjoy high quality and personalised care that is better than pet hotels.

What is the difference between pet sitting and pet hotels?

Pet sitting is a personalised service where a pet sitter visits your home and spends one on one time with your pet. Pet hotels can be stressful and usually involve your pet sharing their space with other pets and interacting with different staff members each time.

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