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.

“Catriona has been looking after my staffie, once a week for a while now & I can’t recommend her enough! Communication is great, and Catriona always helps out when she can, even on last minute requests. Ultimately I know my 12 year old pooch is in safe hands when Catriona is looking after her! Thank you for being so reliable & we look forward to seeing you next week x”

Abi W.

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: From a young boy my love for not only dogs but all animals has been massive. For a couple of years a boarded all type of dogs, from frenchies to Dobermans . For me there is no great love than that of a dog. No judging just unconditional love My focus is now on building a business around dog care and training. So when I'm with your pup there wellbeing and care is at the forefront of that day. I have four yorkies here that are my landladies so no other dogs can be catered for. I'm happy to house sit, pop in on the pooches if need or walking them. Boarding in my home is not an option 🙏

“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.

“Michelle was great, made friends with Kodi from the start and was great at calming him down as he’s very excitable when people come to the house. She took lots of pictures throughout the day so we knew all was fine and could relax. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Michelle for all pets and she’s confident with more lively dogs which was great for us.”

Amanda S.

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 brilliant as always, but this time she was such a life saver. Texted her as an emergency as my booked cat sitter unfortunately got very ill, and Cyan was there to save the day at a few hours notice! Tofu and Cattu were raving about her afterwards and sending me pictures of her spoiling them rotten! lots of luv from Tofu and Cattu xx”

Uz S.

“Alison came for the weekend to look after our little Yorkie Bella This was the first time that we had left her overnight although Alison had done a couple of day sittings for us. A little bit of anticipation as to how Bella would be but Alison made her feel so secure and comfortable and looked after her brilliantly, taking her for walks and giving her cuddles. On our return, Bella was relaxed and happy. So grateful to Alison for making our weekend away stress free and enjoyable. Thank you Alison, looking forward to our next booking at the end of July for our daughter's wedding weekend”

Kay P.

About: Hi, I’m Michelle. I’m new to Rover, but not new to caring for animals. I’ve been looking after pets for around 15 years through private clients and recommendations, and I’m now looking to take on more pet-care clients and spend more of my time doing the work I really enjoy - being around animals. I live on my own, so when I’m caring for your pet or pets, they’ll have my full attention, with no other household members involved in their care. I originally got to know several of my pet-care clients through cleaning for them, and from there I also started looking after their pets, walking their dogs and house sitting while they were away. I’ve cared for both cats and dogs and understand how important it is to follow each animal’s individual routine. I’m dependable, caring and very attentive to instructions. I’m also very observant and naturally safety-conscious, particularly when walking dogs - I’m always aware of traffic, other dogs, what’s around us and anything on the ground they might try to eat or get into. I treat people’s homes and pets as if they were my own and always make sure their home is left clean, tidy and secure. I’m very security-conscious too - I’m the person who checks the door is locked and then checks it again just to make absolutely sure! I offer dog walking, puppy sitting, house sitting, cat sitting and drop-in visits for both cats and dogs, including feeding, toilet breaks, medication where required, playtime and plenty of fuss. I’m also happy to simply keep an animal company and give them the kind of attention they’re used to at home. I can also do home check-in visits if you’re away, even if your pets are with you, for things like checking everything is secure, picking up post, opening or closing curtains, turning lights on or off, or simply giving you peace of mind that someone has checked on the property. My availability can vary, so please feel free to message me with the dates and care you need, even if you’re not sure whether I’ll be available. I’m flexible and can often accommodate last-minute bookings. If you already have someone you normally use but they’re unavailable, I’m also very happy to provide occasional or last-minute cover. I don’t charge cancellation fees, even for last-minute changes. Plans change, and I’d rather make things as easy as possible for owners. I’m very flexible and can usually fit pet care around my day, including morning, daytime and evening visits. I can often accommodate last-minute bookings too and I’m happy to work around your pet’s usual routine. I’m very respectful of people’s homes and always follow the owner’s instructions carefully. I make sure pets are safe and settled, doors and windows are secure, keys are kept safe, and the home is left clean, tidy and secure. I’m also very happy to follow feeding, medication, exercise and other routines as requested.

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.

About: I’ve been working with dogs for over ten years, offering reliable and professional dog walking tailored to each dog’s individual needs and personality. I also offer dog sitting in your dog's own home, so they can relax and keep to their own routine while you're away. I know that every dog is different. Some want a good run around and plenty of stimulation, while others are happier with a quieter walk and a bit of reassurance. My priority is always making sure dogs feel safe, happy, and genuinely enjoy their time out. I’m experienced with a wide range of breeds, temperaments, and energy levels, and I pride myself on being dependable, calm, and someone both dogs and owners can feel comfortable with. Whether your dog needs regular walks while you’re at work or a bit of extra support and companionship during the day, I aim to provide the kind of care I’d want for my own dogs. Looking after your dogs is both my job and my passion. I'm available for dog walks Monday to Friday, and offer dog sitting in your own home where your dog is never left for more than a few hours, so you can rest assured they won't be lonely while you're away! For dog sitting, I spend the night and most of the day in your home, keeping as closely to your existing routine as possible. When entering or leaving your home, I am always extremely careful to ensure there are no escapees, and will follow all your instructions regarding securing the property. Any specific requirements can be discussed and I will always do my best to accommodate. I am canine first aid trained.

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.

“Communication with Louise was good in organising the sit and she arrived on time. She was really enthusiastic and engaging with our dog and sent videos of their activities throughout the day. She managed our energetic puppy well, spent time talking us through their day and kept the house tidy too. Will definitely be using Louise again!”

Justin B.

“I cannot recommend Charlotte enough, she was so wonderful with our two dogs (one being a tiny puppy) - we received the most lovely photos of them all weekends and regular updates of how they were and what they were doing! Charlotte stayed at our house and it was definitely cleaner when we arrived home than when we left! I will 10000% be booking Charlotte again as we felt like our babies were in extremely safe and experienced hands! It was all a bit chaotic in my house with my kids etc when Charlotte arrived and she didn't make me feel bad about it which was a big relief as I felt really anxious about it already as I'm not the most organised of people 😂 - Thank you Charlotte for making the whole experience stress free and enjoyable xxx”

Mia D.

“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'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!

About: I have taken care of different breeds over the years for family, friends and clients. In the comfort of their own home or ours. We have a comfy warm flat overlooking the sea and a large balcony. I am currently working part time so have spare time in the week to be able to care for your little pooches and provide cuddles. I live across the road from the beach and by a park for nice walks. My home will be there home and they will be well cared for by me and my partner, whether it is for the day or longer.

“I would really recommend Eleanor. She's really, obliging, friendly and personable both with Benji and myself. She helped me out of a fix at short notice. Benji likes her, and I would definitely book her again”

Angela A.