Grazia C.
Grazia C.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Slightly Obsessed Animal Lover :)
Hi! I'm Grazia. I quite simply revolve my life around animals. I have extensive, hands-on experience with dogs, cats, bunnies, and horses, and one of my defining characteristics is being a little (okay, a lot) obsessed with them. Everyone in the Arctic knows me as the person who took her bunnies to the wilds of the North Pole because she didn't trust a petsitter would love them enough - so I know exactly what it's like to leave your babies with someone else. My main qualities: I give tons of affection (always tailored to each animal's character), I'm incredibly patient and reliable, flexible in emergencies - and I believe strongly in VIDEO calls and very frequent updates, because a video tells you whether your pet is truly happy in a way a photo simply can't. It's what I'd want for my own. I love to build longer-term friendships and relationships with locals and the animals I care for. A bit about my experience: I'm known for having rehabbed both a difficult/blind cat and a dog — helping them learn to trust and love again through sitting quietly for hours each day while they came to understand that love was available entirely on their own terms. I adore dogs of all sizes and love exercising them and making them feel free. I have personally had 2 dogs (and many wonderful dog sit experiences), 11 cats, and 2 bunnies. I've volunteered for 1.5 years across dog shelters. I've also dealt with pets with behavioural challenges while caring for animals in Amsterdam, and managed to create several breakthroughs that had previously stumped their guardians. Our bunnies in Sweden had previously taken over our lives in the most wonderful way - owning 2 private bedrooms and a 3,500 sqm garden. Anyone who has cared for bunnies properly knows they are extremely sensitive but strong little creatures who need space, quiet, and extraordinary patience - so I'm well-equipped for even the most challenging characters. I also have extensive home-care experience from years of staying in others' homes, and multiple glowing Airbnb and TrustedHousesitters references. I treat every home with more care and respect than my own; it's simply how I show respect. A few practical notes: - Non-smoker, non-drinker - Fully comfortable administering medication and have experience with 12-hour overnight tummy massages that have avoided vet visits (yes, really 🙂) - Very communicative - I believe in keeping communication fully open, always! - I'm not comfortable sitting animals kept in cages unless strictly for medical reasons (this includes caged bunnies) - Harry Potter fan ⚡ I'd love to offer you a video call and meet up before we begin! Vibes matter enormously to me, and I'm genuinely hoping to become a temporary (and lasting) part of your animal's family. I'll treat the little (or big) ones accordingly - and provide the confidence, warmth, kindness, communication and professionalism to ensure you're never left guessing.
Cat care experience
Grazia also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Grazia was excellent. She took great care in ensuring my dog would settle in well with another dog during the overnight stay. I would recommend Grazia.
Grazia was absolutely incredible with our Bernedoodle, Herbie. Her genuine love for animals shines through in every way. She took the time to learn every detail of Herbie's routine and care (including reading our guide from front to back), and kept us updated with lovely photos during her walk. Knowing Herbie was getting the best cuddles and care meant we could completely relax and enjoy our afternoon. Grazia treats every pet as if they were her own, and we couldn't recommend her more highly. We'll definitely be booking with her again!
The best pet sitter imaginable! Stellar communication, professional, asks the right questions, and gives a ton of attention to your pets during the sit—you literally won’t find anyone better, anywhere. Highly recommended!
Grazia is the best and most delightful dogsitter we have ever had! She is truly a dog whisperer. She sings, dances, pets, cuddles, and loves our older blind dachshund. I had no hesitation in letting Grazia has taken Bella on walks in the pram (yes, we have a dog pram!). Grazia is responsible, patient, loving, kind, smart, and just a lovely person. Cannot recommend Grazia enough.
Grazia was wonderful with my 11 week old puppy and 13 year old basset hound. She came up with lots of ways of keeping them cool in the heatwave and I felt totally confident that they would be in very safe hands. She is such a lovely person and I would love to have her back!
Grazia and Mark are lovely people who took excellent care of our animals while we were away. They were attentive, caring, and clearly very good with them, which gave us great peace of mind. We were extremely happy with the way they looked after both our pets and our home. They are reliable, trustworthy, and responsible people, and we would not hesitate to recommend them to other homeowners. We would be delighted to welcome them back in the future.
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Schedule
I work from home building my 2 organisations; one is for brain health and the other is an animal rights movement. Therefore, I'd have plenty of time to play with the babies. In fact, I orient my whole day around cuddle o'clock, training and walkies.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced garden and can provide flexible accommodation in terms of your preferences. My only restrictions would be cage-only sits - and if your pet allows, I am kind of in love with playing, jumping with and cuddling dogs, allowing cats to sleep on me for hours (obviously you then cannot move) and even taming bunnies.