Grace B.
Grace B.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
£17 total per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Health-Focused Cat Sitter & VCA
Hello! I'm Grace, and my life revolves around animal welfare. With my day job as a Veterinary Care Assistant, I bring a unique level of expertise and peace of mind to my cat sitting services. As a proud cat parent to two adorable kitties, I know first-hand how important it is to find someone you can trust to care for your pets. One of my cats is FIV+ and has complex medical needs, so I’m deeply familiar with the unique personalities and requirements of cats, including those who need a little extra TLC. I understand the anxiety that comes with leaving your beloved pets in someone else’s care, and I’m committed to easing your worries by providing reliable, compassionate, and attentive service. While many cat sitters can feed and cuddle your feline friend, I provide professional-level care. I am trained to spot the subtle signs of illness, administer medication with precision, and understand feline behaviour from a clinical perspective. This means your cat is not just cared for, but truly looked after. My passion extends beyond my day job; I'm currently completing my Masters in International Law, with a focus on environmental law and animal welfare, as I work towards my ultimate goal of opening a cat rescue. When you book with me, you're not just hiring a sitter; you're entrusting your beloved pet to a knowledgeable professional who will treat them with the same compassion and vigilance as I do my patients at the clinic. My Service Includes: - Medical Needs & Medication: I am fully experienced and confident in administering a wide range of medications, including pills, liquids, and insulin injections. I have a particular passion for caring for elderly cats and those with ongoing medical conditions, providing the patience and expertise they require. - Behavioural Insight: I understand that not all cats are immediately friendly. I am skilled in reading subtle body language cues to ensure shy or nervous cats feel safe and secure, building trust at their own pace. - 30-Minute Minimum Visits: Plenty of time for play, cuddles, and proper monitoring of your cat's well-being. - Daily Clinic-Style Updates: After each visit, you’ll receive photos plus a wellness check covering mood, appetite, behaviour, and litter box habits. I also maintain a hospital-style monitoring chart for your cat, giving you a clear, ongoing record of their health and routine. - Welcome Pack & Behaviour Questionnaire: Before I start, you’ll get a welcome pack including a detailed questionnaire about your cat’s behaviour, likes, dislikes, and daily rhythms. This means no guesswork: your cat gets consistent, personalised care from day one. - Custom Medical Monitoring (for cats with health conditions): If your cat has a medical issue, I create a tailored symptoms monitoring checklist and complete it every single visit. You’ll receive the same kind of structured observation I provide in a clinical setting, giving you total peace of mind while you’re away. - Home Security & Comfort: I'll water plants, collect mail, and open/close curtains and turn lights on/off to give your home a lived-in look. - Security: Keys are stored securely in a heavy-duty key safe between visits. - Prepared for Anything: I always carry a fully-stocked cat first aid kit to every visit. - Complimentary "Welcome Home" Service for Long Stays: For bookings over one week, I include a complimentary service to make your return easier. This includes a deep clean and disinfect of the litter tray, a quick clean and hoover of the main areas used by your cat, and taking out the bins. I'll even turn your heating on ready for your arrival! - Accessible Pricing: I believe everyone deserves peace of mind about their pet's care. I am committed to offering reduced-price cat sitting for those living in council housing or on benefits. Please inquire for details. Additionally, I don’t inflate my prices around holidays, so you’ll always be getting the best deal without compromising on the level of care. My fees are: -1x visit daily: £15 per day -2x visits daily: £25 per day -Overnight (also includes 1 morning and 1 evening feed): £45 per day Rover does not have the option to adjust prices based on number of visits per day, so when you enquire I will adjust the prices based on manually on your quote!
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I care for your cat exclusively in your home, as cats are most comfortable in their own environment. Here is my safety and trust protocol: - Key security: Between visits, keys are stored in a heavy-duty key safe (coded, not labelled with your address). I never leave keys in a vehicle or carry them loose. - Entry & exit: I lock every door behind me immediately upon entering and exiting. I check windows and cat-flap locks before leaving. - Health & hygiene: I wash my hands before and after every visit. I carry a clinical-grade disinfectant spray for litter trays and food areas. If your cat is on medication or has a contagious condition (e.g. ringworm, upper respiratory infection), I follow isolation protocols to prevent cross-contamination between homes. Emergency preparedness: I carry a cat-specific first aid kit at all times. If your cat showed signs of distress, I would contact you immediately, then your listed emergency vet. I am trained to recognise early clinical signs that a non-veterinary sitter might miss. - Home respect: I remove my shoes indoors, clean up any messes, and leave your home exactly as I found it.
Ratings and reviews
Grace was great! 10/10 communication and made time for a meet and greet beforehand. Came home to a very happy cat! Thanks again :)
Grace was amazing with Raven! This was the first time we have left her with someone that wasn’t family and we were very nervous but Grace took all those nerves away! Raven is usually a shy cat but instantly clicked with Grace when she came over to meet her! Definitely will be booking with her in the future!
So happy with Grace’s level of service! She stayed at our flat to look after our young cats when we were away. She gave us updates and pics everyday and the cats were so chilled when we got back. Would definitely recommend x
Grace is extremely patient with the cats and noticed cats having some unusual behaviour, and stayed with them for as long as needed for vet checks. Would definitely recommend!
Grace did a wonderful job and we are very thankful that she came in on Christmas Day itself. She is extremely thorough and attentive. She has gained Inkie's trust quickly and we are very happy to recommend her.
Grace is a treasure! It’s the first time we use this site and finding her has been the best! She is super lovely and has taken care of our cat with so much love! She is also very professional and took a Christmas present for our cat. She is really the best!
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Schedule
I work part-time as a Veterinary Care Assistant, typically working around 3 days a week, but I deliberately keep my cat sitting calendar flexible. Because I’m accustomed to clinical rotas, I’m very organised with scheduling. I use a digital calendar to block travel time between sits so I never rush a visit. For regular clients, I can offer the same time slot each day, which helps anxious cats maintain a consistent routine.