House Sitting Southend-on-Sea

“Great experience! My dog was well cared for, and it was clear he was treated with kindness and attention. Communication was easy, and I felt reassured throughout. I would definitely recommend Swathi and her husband to anyone looking for a reliable and caring dog sitters. Jane and Darren Wilson”

Jane W.

About: I'm a video producer, who is looking to de-stress with some cat cuddles! I've owned three cats in my life, and I currently live with my lovely little black cat Tilly. I'm a very organised, communicative person who will do my very best to be a loving, responsible sitter for your cat! This is my sixth year on Cat In A Flat, and I've really enjoyed my experiences.

“Poppy was amazing and I highly recommend. I booked Poppy for an all day pet sitting service, she also came to meet Elton a few days before my booking, Elton is quite an anxious dog but Poppy was very calm with him and will 100% be booking with Poppy again.”

Gemma K.

“Jodie was fantastic! She kept us updated over the weekend with lovely photos and pupdates, asking questions if unsure. She totally put out minds at rest over the whole weekend and we would absolutely recommend her to anyone. I'm not sure our dog wanted us to come home to be honest, think he'd rather Jodie stayed :).”

Melanie C.

“Catriona was lovely, took the time to pop by and meet May before the booking . She was obviously a dog lover and May certainly took to her, in fact I’m sure she didn’t want her to leave. Lots of communication during her time with May so our minds were at ease. Certainly would want to see her here again”

Jenny M.

“Michelle was a great help for me recently. I’d booked a day for dog sitting in my home in advance, but also unexpectedly needed help the day before. Michelle managed to move some things around to assist, which was much appreciated. She sent regularly updates during the day & I could tell Mya was being well looked after & getting all the fuss & cuddles that she’s a big fan of. Thanks Michelle, will definitely book again!”

Abi W.

“Natalie is lovely. I think Cooper liked her as much as we did. We would not hesitate to use her again. Thank you Natalie 😊 Steve, Catherine & Cooper”

Steven F.

About: have hands-on experience caring for dogs of all ages, sizes, and breeds. I provide safe, reliable, and compassionate care tailored to each dog’s individual needs, including feeding, walking, playtime, administering routine medications where required, and maintaining established routines. I understand the importance of positive reinforcement, patience, and ensuring every dog feels happy, secure, and well cared for while their owners are away. As a DBS-checked, fully insured pet sitter with pet first aid training, your dog’s welfare and safety are always my top priority. I understand that many pet owners work long hours, enjoy evenings out, travel for business or simply need an extra helping hand. That’s why my services are focused around the times when they’re needed most, with lunchtime visits, evenings and weekends available to fit around your lifestyle. Whether your dog needs a midday walk to break up the day, your cat would benefit from a reassuring home visit while you’re away, or you need dependable weekend or evening pet care, you can count on me to provide reliable, compassionate and professional support. As a fully DBS-checked, fully insured and Pet First Aid qualified pet sitter, your pet’s safety and wellbeing are always my highest priorities. Every visit is tailored to your pet’s individual routine, ensuring they receive the love, attention and care they deserve in the comfort of their own home. Every pet is unique, and every visit is tailored to their individual needs and routine. By caring for your pets in the comfort of their own home, they can remain in a familiar environment, helping to reduce stress and maintain their normal daily routine while you’re away. Whether your pet needs feeding, fresh water, medication, playtime, cuddles or simply some reassuring company, I will ensure they receive the same level of love and attention they are used to. My home visit services can include: * Fresh food and clean water at every visit * Dog walking and exercise * Playtime, enrichment and companionship * Administering medication (where agreed) * Cleaning litter trays and refreshing litter * Scooping dog waste from your garden * Cleaning hutches, cages and enclosures as required * Feeding small pets, birds and reptiles * Grooming or brushing where your pet enjoys it * Opening and closing curtains to give your home a lived-in appearance * Bringing in post or parcels * Watering indoor plants if requested * Regular photo and video updates for complete peace of mind

About: I have owned dogs throughout my teenage and adult years. I am now too busy with work to be owning one but sorely miss the furry company. I am experienced with dogs of all ages having owned dogs from puppy stage till end of life. I understand the nuances needed in the handling and also have owned dogs that needed to stick to strict medication plans. I’m happy to discuss this further in person and am open minded to your dog’s individual needs. I am mobile and love taking dogs to the beach. Cat owners: Unfortunately I am unable to provide the same in-depth level of care for your furry friends as I have developed an allergy in my adult years. I am available for feedings and short time care only in emergencies. Please contact me only if this is the case. I work from home and that can also include your house if your furry friend needs my attention for multiple days on end. I schedule most of my day myself so am quite open to drop by your house to let your dog out, go for walks or for feeding times. I’m happy to discuss further. This depends on your individual needs. I can be available for walks, play dates or overnights. I prefer you to tell me what you are comfortable with. Do you like your dog on the lead only? Do you prefer to stick to certain walking routes or do you give me the freedom to build a foundation of trust with you and your dog to take him/her on adventures. Let’s discuss!

About: I’ve taken care of pets of every kind since I was 10. Hamsters, Gerbils, Guinea Pigs, Chickens, Dogs, Cats and Goldfish. I've never had any problems with my pets or anyone else's. I work from home, so I'm available 24/7 to look after your pets. Depending on the pets needs, they can either laze in front of the telly or go out for walks 3 or 4 times a day Loads of walks. Great Garden. Love having animals in the house. Your pets will be looked after and pampered. Please let me know of any behavioural issues so I know how to deal with this. Please also tell me the rules in your house and any training you are currently doing so I can keep up to date with these

“Absolutely amazing. Tofu fell in love on the meet and greet visit! Cyan sent me updates daily with pictures and took really good care of Tofu and my flat. Would definitely book again. ”

Uz S.

“Tshireletso looked after my cocker spaniel in challenging circumstances in a heatwave with noisy disruptive building work at a property next door. She remained calm and caring, walking Molly early mornings or late in the evening, She looked after my dog with exceptional care, was tidy and respected my home. I would not hesitate to recommend her to look after your pet.”

Lynda V.

About: Hi I'm Olivia :) I have four cats myself; Teddy, Waffle, Jaffa and Leo, and I love them so much :) I know how much my cats mean to me, so I know how much they must mean to you. I will look after your animals as if they were my own :) I have very good experience in looking after animals, and all of the owners have been very pleased with my services. I downloaded this app because I wanted to use more websites to find other animals that need looking after :) I am thoroughly enjoying doing this, and can't wait to meet yours! I am usually very happy to take last minute requests, but obviously it depends on the situation, so message me and I will get back to you. I have lots of time to care for your animals and I absolutely love doing it, message me and we can arrange if we are a good fit :) I can offer one or two drop-ins a day for your lovely animals, and I also am very happy to do overnight stays at your place :) Looking forward to it!

“Alison looked after Bella for the day and once again, Bella loved her company Bella is always so chilled and happy when we return to her and obviously loves Alison. thank you so much for the care you show Bella, it really is very much appreciated! Kay and Ian Pettey”

Kay P.

“This is our second time with Yi, and she was awesome. Always sends updates and great pics, and we know that our Boris is greatly looked after. Thanks so much again, Yi!”

Megan M.

About: 7 years experience ✅️ Hi, my name is Victoria. I am a pet sitter in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, close to the beach and surrounded by lots of beautiful parks and woods. From a young age, I have always loved animals of all kinds (sometimes more than humans🤭!). Growing up, we had cats, rabbits and hamsters at home, so animals have always been a big part of my life they bring me so much peace and happiness. When I got married, my husband and I welcomed a Beagle cross into our family from a puppy. We sadly had to rehome him when he was seven years old, which was a very difficult and heart breaking decision for us. As a family, we have always loved animals, and my son was especially gentle and caring with our dog, knowing when to play with him and when to give him his own space. I love exploring different places on my walks, whether that's the woods, the beach or beautiful country parks, so having a furry friend to enjoy these adventures with would be wonderful company. I’m a caring, reliable and genuinely animal-loving person, and I will always treat your pets as if they were my own. I love to give them lots of fuss, cuddles and attention, while also respecting their individual personalities and giving them space when they need it. I can offer flexible and personalised pet-sitting services to suit you and your pets, and I’m also happy to help with things such as flea and worming treatments if needed. For your peace of mind i am DBS CHECKED/FULLY INSURED/CPR & FIRST AID TRAINED. If you're looking for a pet sitter who genuinely loves animals and will give your pets plenty of love, care and attention, then feel free to get in touch - I’d love to hear from you! — I’d be very happy to chat about your pets and how I can help! Thank you, Victoria 🐾 I’m currently a stay-at-home mum, so I have lots of time, love and attention to give to an animal who needs it. I also drive and have an estate car with a large boot, so there’s plenty of room for dogs to travel safely and comfortably. I’m also available for drop-in pet visits, whether your pet needs feeding, some playtime, company, cuddles or just a little bit of attention while you’re out. Since rehoming our dog, I’ve really missed having a furry friend to take on walks, discovering new places to explore together and giving them all the love, care and attention they deserve. When we had our dog, we would go out every day and find somewhere new to explore, whether that was the beach, woods or country parks. He absolutely loved going on adventures, meeting other dogs and having lots of exciting new smells to investigate! I would really love the opportunity to share those walks and adventures with another dog and give them the same love and happiness that I gave to our own. 🐾❤️ We live in a spacious two-bedroom flat with access to a communal garden area. Pets are welcome on the beds and sofas — our dog used to sleep in bed with us, so we’re more than happy for your dog to do the same if they’re comfortable. I’m happy to administer flea and worming treatments if needed. We don’t currently have a crate, as we got rid of ours because our dog found it distressing, but I’m more than happy to use your crate if your dog is happy and comfortable being crated. Our dog suffered from severe separation anxiety, so I completely understand how difficult and stressful this can be for both dogs and their owners. I was unable to leave him alone, and he came everywhere with us. If your dog experiences separation anxiety, please be assured that I will not leave them alone and will do everything I can to make them feel safe, settled and comfortable. I can also provide home visits, including check-ins, walks, playtime and feeding, if that’s what your pet needs. 🐾

“Ashley was amazing dogs are super happy. Had loads of communication and will definitely be contacting him again when we go away! Thank you so much”

Lisa H.

About: Hi! I grew up with dogs and love the affection and care that they bring. While I cannot have a dog full-time I would love the opportunity to make new dog pals. Available for all services and amenable to requests. Low introductory price to build client base. I work from home so can fit in most care needs. There’s access to a small fenced in area for toilet facilities but I am in an upstairs flat. Happy to do walks in the morning, at lunch or in the evenings as fits their routine. I’m able to meet most needs and am flexible to whatever is in your pet’s best interests. I’ve got a lot of experience with anxious and reactive dogs too.

About: I have grown up with cats Have had two of my own with my children We have also had a duck and rabbits I look after and treat my pets as a family member and spoil them (have their own Xmas stockings and gifts,extra treats on their birthdays etc) I have a clean,tidy and organised home With my children who have ADHD, Autism and others. I have 5 kids but have always been around small animals Me and my kids are big animal lovers They all have Adhd and autism but it's never stopped us having furry family members. I would visit after school runs in the morning and either before pick up time or after dinner When they need to be seen I would visit your home when needed play, feed and take care of your furry family members We have always wanted a dog and doing this would be the closest to it so my kids may come along (not all just one at a time) extra fuss and playtime no matter what animal you have

About: Hey I’m Rhianne 🙂 I grew up with animals from a very small age we always had family pets from dogs, cats, hamsters, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets and even goats at one point. My parents rescued our last two dogs, that was amazing to give them the best life after being neglected. I have lots of experience taking care of different breeds of dogs and I thoroughly enjoy looking after them and spending time with them, giving them lots of love and attention. I am very adaptable and understand each little fur baby has their own personality. I work from home so I am very flexible through out the day. I have 2x 15 minute breaks and 1 hour lunch so plenty of time to take your pets to the toilet and for walks before, during my lunch or after work. I go to the gym regularly so pets that are OK to be left for a couple of hours on their own is more suitable for me. I will send plenty of updates with photos and messages to assure you that your fur babies are safe and being well cared for. I am very attentive and ensure a high standard of care when caring for pets. I will follow all feeding, walking routines given to me and give your fur babies lots of cuddles and love. If there are specific routines with feeding, walking or requirements for pets these can be given to me to follow.