House Sitting Porthill

“Hollie was really helpful. Constant update pictures throughout her stay. Played with the cat, cleaned up after him and gave him as much playtime and attention that he needed. Will defo be using again! ”

Ali A.

About: Hello! I’m a dedicated and experienced pet sitter with a lifelong love of animals, I have owned cats and dogs since I was a baby and have grown up around animals. I currently care for five cats—four of whom are rescues, one of them being very nervous and shy which we are working through—and two dogs, including a high-energy Boxer and a long-haired Cockapoo. Living with such a diverse mix of personalities has given me hands-on experience with different temperaments, activity levels, and care needs. Having grown up with both cats and dogs, I’m very comfortable handling everything from playful, energetic pets to more nervous or shy animals that need extra patience and understanding. I take pride in creating a calm, safe, and positive environment where every pet feels secure and well cared for. I offer flexible services including house sitting, dog walking, and drop-in visits for feeding, playtime, or general check-ins. Whether your pet needs lots of exercise and stimulation or a gentle, reassuring presence, I tailor my care to suit their individual needs. I am currently working part time at a football stadium however the season has now finished meaning I have time available for pet sitting. I occasionally volunteer as I have a degree working with horses however that is dependant on my work schedule. I have two dogs that are extremely friendly and love meeting new dogs if there is a nervous dog in need of a friend on walks, I am constantly observing the behaviour of new dogs and cats in first meetings to ensure they are comfortable, I am always ready to play and offer different types of enrichment for both cats and dogs to decrease boredom!

“Such a lovely caring girl! Thank you so much for doing such a great job looking after Alfie and treating him like your own. Highly recommended x”

Charlotte M.

“Beth was brilliant we would definitely recommend. She very generously offered a meet and greet and drove 30 minutes each way to meet our dog ahead of a 1 night sit. She was so attentive to our westie and was great with him. She gave plenty of updates which were much appreciated and we very much felt that out home and doggy were left in good hands. Thank you Beth 😊”

Jason T.

“Charley is everything you want in a sitter and more!! It was clear at the Meet and Greet that they were going to get on and the happy dog that greeted us on our return proved that! She was a well looked after dog and the house was spotless! Such care had clearly been taken and I can’t thank Charley enough for that, along with the updates and photos. I’m hoping that she will be available for our next break too! Thank you Charley xx”

Karen A.

About: Hi, I’m your friendly neighbourhood pet sitter in Stoke-on-Trent, here to spoil your furry family members while you’re away. I grew up in a home full of animals, so being surrounded by wagging tails, purrs, and happy energy is my natural state. I share my life with two cats of my own, and I’ve cared for a variety of pets for friends and clients—each with their own personality, needs, and little quirks. I love taking the time to get to know every pet and turning each visit into their own mini-holiday at home. From energetic puppies and playful kittens to calm senior pets, I’m experienced with different ages and temperaments. I’m comfortable administering medication, following specific routines, and adapting to what your pet needs—whether that’s playtime, cuddles, exercise, or simply quiet companionship. As a pet owner myself, I know how hard it can be to leave them behind. That’s why I focus on clear and reassuring communication, with regular updates, photos, and videos so you can see how they’re doing while you’re away. I’ll treat your pets like my own: with patience, care, and genuine affection. My goal is to keep them safe, comfortable, and happy, so you can relax knowing they’re in good hands. My availability can vary during the week due to my work pattern, but I always aim to be transparent and flexible. I’m always available for overnight sitting, and on some days I’m also available full-time. I can offer early morning routines, as well as afternoon and evening visits depending on the day. On some days I’m free from the morning through to early afternoon, while on others I’m available later in the day, usually after 8pm. I’m always happy to discuss specific visit times in advance to make sure they fit both your routine and your pet’s needs. If you have a particular schedule in mind, just send me a message and I’ll do my best to accommodate it. Your pet’s safety and comfort are always my top priorities. I follow your instructions carefully—from feeding and medication to home security and routines—so your pet and your home stay safe and well cared for. I respect your space, keep everything tidy, and treat your home with the same care I give my own. I take time to help each pet feel relaxed and comfortable with me, whether that means walks and playtime, gentle interaction, or simply quiet company. I never force attention and always adapt to your pet’s personality and pace—whether they’re energetic, affectionate, or a little more reserved. With clear communication, regular updates, and a calm, reliable presence, my goal is to give you complete peace of mind while your pet enjoys a safe, familiar environment at home.

“We went away for the weekend and Hayley looked after my beagle. She came for a meet and greet prior to the stay so she could get to know me and my dog! Crumbs loved Hayley’s company and really settled with her. She followed his routine and made sure he was well looked after! She sent me updates of their days to put my mind at ease and lots of pictures too! I would definitely recommended Hayley, and I would use her again in the future if needed.”

Ellie M.

“Kirsty came to meet Bailey before coming to stay. Communication was excellent, including photos and videos. The house was left clean and tidy. Bailey was happy. Will definitely book again. Thank you.”

Neil B.

About: I’ve had pets since childhood, I am experienced caring for energetic puppies and senior animals, and truly enjoy spending time with pets while meeting all needs. I adore all animals and would love to get to know your fur babies! I work from home 4 days a week meaning I am flexible in terms of when I can attend your home to look after your pets. I enjoy my fitness so taking pets on walks at lunch works perfectly for me and I am flexible on most weekends. I am used to pets with medical issues and have extreme attention to detail when it comes to your pets. I have dealt with reactive dogs and been in difficult situations making me super aware of my surroundings and allowing me to protect your pets further. I am patient with shy animals and will always entertain those pets which love to cause chaos!

About: I grew up with dogs my whole life, have had multiple pet rats, and currently the owner of a silly little cat. While I have no professional experience of pet sitting, I will treat every pet as if it was my own. I work part time, between 10-20 hours a week, so have plenty of time to come and hang out with your pets. Working around my works schedule i can do weekdays and weekends. If you have any specific requests for your pet I will follow them to ensure the best experience for your furbaby. Anything from certain walking schedules, food, even tuck them in to bed if needed!

“Harriet was extremely polite, professional, and responded quickly to all enquiries! We were very comfortable knowing our dogs and home were in very safe hands. Would highly recommend!”

Thomas H.

“Char was an absolute delight! Yuki had the BEST time with what seems like her new best friend. Very polite and thorough in what she doing and always trying to communicate with us, despite us having no signal for most of the day! Patient, trustworthy and 100% would recommend and rebook, thank you Char! <3 :)”

Charlotte L.

“I cannot tell you how amazing Isi has been. For the first time ever I felt like I didn’t have to worry about our Sid. Isi sent pictures and updates daily and nothing seemed too much trouble. Cannot recommend enough xx”

Katy H.

“Ruby was great, she kept me very well informed and supplied lovely photos. My cat was instantly comfortable with her and I’m not sure he even missed me! Ruby was flexible when plans changed and I will definitely use her again.”

Ruby H.

About: I have been walking and looking after pets from a young age having grown up with a variety of cats, dogs, horses and hamsters. I volunteered to walk dogs for the elderly neighbours when I was still at school I have since then worked with horses and within farming. I set up on my own as a dog walker and pet sitter last year giving up my full time job to do that. I still keep my hand in with the odd milking and bit of calf rearing on the farm. I have two working spaniels myself so have experience with energetic high prey drive dogs. Where I can I foster for a rescue and volunteer at a couple of dog rescues with their training and assessments. I am fully insured and DBS checked, I have my first aid and I’m currently completing a course in canine training, behaviour and welfare. Your pets will be cared for as if they were my own and their individual needs met to a high standard at all times. This is now my full time job and I work my daily routine around my bookings. I started my own business just over 12 months ago now and I love spending every day with some amazing pets. I endeavour to follow the pets routine as it would be when their owners are home so as to not unsettle them. I always treat each pet as if they are my own and love and spoil them all the same.

“The second time we have used Amelia,had no issues with her,the house was kept nice and tidy,Alpha was well looked after ,he can be a fussy dog with his food,but Amelia kept sending us texts and updates... We have a few more upcoming sits with Amelia this month and will definitely use her again in the future”

john j.

“Jackie was fantastic. We did a meet ahead of the sitting and she was so great with Luna. Nice, calm and kind. She was at our house for 24 hours and took Luna out, played with her and generally made sure she had a nice time. She kept me up to date with pics as well. The house was left clean and tidy and Luna was very happy. Will definitely use again and recommend 100%.”

Esme B.

“Amelia was absolutely lovely and took perfect care of my Stanley! She also sent me pictures of him which was reassuring and a nice touch. I will definitely be booking Amelia again ☺️”

Jenni S.

About: I have owned dogs and cat since childhood Currently own a jackapoo. Age 8 and a cat aged 9 I’ve also taken my family and friends dogs for walks and house sat them I have a lot of free time and I can travel to and from any destination within 10 miles of where I live I am trustworthy and a pet lover I have a fenced rear garden which is private and has grass area for pets to do there business also have a large grass field just behind the property

About: Hi! I'm Carla, 29 and the kind of person that prefer dogs then people. Don't get me wrong, but I love how genuine and sweet they are, really angels that we have in our lives. I'm mom of a Pinscher that now is an angel, but we were together for amazing 15 years, and now we have in my family an incredible Border Collie, full of energy, with almost 3 years old. They taught me and still do how to love, in the most beautiful way possible. So, I have years of experience with small dogs, medium dogs, puppies, old dogs, with different behavior and I also can give medication. If your dog loves to play, I'll be more then happy to play with them. If they love affection, I'll be more then happy to give my love to them. I can't wait to meet your pet! See you. I work part time so I have plenty of availability during the week in some periods of the day (it vary every week) and every weekend. I don't have space to take care of dogs at my home in the moment, since I live in a small flat. But in the client's home I'll follow all the recommendations and rules provide to me.