Hi Wendy and team, Just wanted to email and say a big thank you to you all for coming and spending some time with our fur baby Stormy over the last few days while I’ve been busy at work - don’t know if it was the same person or a few of you all combined but a massive thank you to all! Absolutely loved the email updates and photos, she looked so happy and relaxed - highlight of my day receiving them! Made me feel better about leaving her on her own for 12 hours knowing she was getting so much love and attention. Also thank you for bringing in the mail and cleaning her food bowls - super kind of you to do that so really appreciate it! Couldn’t have asked for better service! Will definitely be using your services again in the future and recommending you on to others! Warm regards, Kaitlyn and Stormy

—Kaitlyn and Stormy

Thank you again so much for the time, effort and thought taken to find Fred the perfect place to stay for Christmas in such a short amount of time! Please pass on my sincere thanks again to Neil and his family for caring and loving Fred like he was their own. They had an amazingly kind energy which was just what Fred needed. Fred didn't just fall in love with Neil's daughter but also Neil's dog and puppy friend, Koba, it was lovely to see. I'll have to change Fred's name to Prince because he was certainly treated like royalty! Happy New Year and I look forward to booking Fred in again soon.

— Helen and Fred

I just wanted to feed back to you how delighted we are with the care and attention given to Badger by Trudy and Ian; they went way beyond any expectation we held in terms of time and attention given to him, and the daily photos and updates were so appreciated and certainly delivered peace of mind. He clearly had a ball, and while pleased to see us I’m sure we could have walked away and he would have been happy to stay put - it seems he had a better holiday than we did! We never want to revert to leaving Badger at a boarding kennel again, and hope that Trudy and Ian will always have a space for him when we next contact you. They are like gold, and a huge asset to Pet Sitters NZ.

— Gill Hall

At an afternoon doctor’s appointment I was told I had to go into hospital straight away. My partner was away on a work trip, and I had no doggy friends to look after our dog Tara. I contacted Petsitters to see if they could help. Lasma straightaway offered to help personally, by collecting Tara after I had gone to hospital, and having her at home until my partner got back the following day. In addition to that she returned to the house later to see if our insulin-dependent cat had come back, and then she took him to the vet for his injection, and brought him back again. It was a big relief knowing the pets were cared for. I cannot thank Lasma enough for so caringly and efficiently looking after our pets during this time. Lasma, you are the best!

— Katie Walker

Wendy was amazing, managing to coax my cat out of hiding and interact with her. This must have taken time and patience. It is cleat that Wendy loves her job and I recommend her unreservedly.

— Laureen Gillam

Thanks Wendy, Josie seemed very contented on our return. Much better than previous holidays when we have placed her in a cattery, which she seems to really dislike. Thanks again, we will look at using Pet Sitters in the future.

— Janine Pugh

We used to put our Willow into a cattery and when she came home she would be skittish and you couldn’t leave the room without her panicking and following crying. This time we had the Pet Sitters come to our home and when we returned from holiday, Willow came inside, said hello and then went about her day. She was so relaxed it was wonderful, will definitely be using pet sitters again. Great peace of mind that my fur baby is okay when we are away.

— Tracey - Richmond

Excellent professional service, less stressful as no need to take the cat to a cattery (she often knows we are leaving and goes missing!) Peace of mind to know someone was taking care of our cat and keeping an eye on the house whilst we were away. Would highly recommend.

— Nicola Cunningham

We used Pet Sitters for the first time while we were away over the summer holidays. We were so impressed by their services. They are friendly, professional and easy to communicate with. Both our cats seemed completely happy and comfortable when we returned which was a huge relief. Thank you so much, we will definitely be using Pet Sitters again!

I would recommend Pet Sitters NZ to anyone planning a trip away. My dog Ben had a great time and I was completely confident in leaving my best friend in Christine’s capable hands.

— Diane Smith

This was the first time that Bella and Sydney our two older Sydney Silkies had been cared for outside of our family. From our very first meeting with Irene, I was confident that they would be in good hands while we were away. The regular WhatsApp snapshots of two happy and pampered pups did the rest to reassure us that they were being well cared for and loved. I returned to two happy dogs who have settled back into their home routine without missing a beat. Thank you Irene and Pet Sitters for a great doggy holiday home experience.

— Sue M - Richmond

I am always a little apprehensive about leaving y two boys (cats) behind , but I can honestly say that after I met the pet sitter, I was totally reassured. The text while I was away was also much appreciated. The sitter even played games with them - they loved it!

My animals were very happy when we got home and I could tell they had been well looked after. I will definitely use Pet Sitters again and have already recommended them to other family/friends. Thanks Wendy!

We very much appreciated the weekly emails and photos of our cats. We felt very relaxed knowing that someone was looking after them each day. Many thanks for a great job! The cats were fat and happy!

— Fran and Ian (Richmond)

I can’t speak highly enough of the caring, professional reliable service Pet Sitters provide. Wendy has walked my little Shih Tzu since she was a pup, 7 years now. She goes out with all the big dogs & Wendy has better control of her than I do while out walking! She comes home absolutely exhausted so I know she has had a great time. Pet Sitters have also visited twice a day to care for my cat over the years while away on holiday. The personal texts received from the sitters are a lovely personal touch, then to arrive home to find my cat very relaxed & happy with a lovely note left on my bench from my cat :-) It’s not just a matter of going into a home & feeding animals. The staff go beyond the call of duty by spending quality time with my pets, cuddles, house checked, mail cleared daily, curtains & lights adjusted day & night for security not to mention very very happy paws. Many thanks to Wendy & the Team. You’re amazing.

— Irene Steele (Millie & Snuggles)

We used Pet Sitters for the first time while we were away over the summer holidays. We were so impressed by their services. They are friendly, professional and easy to communicate with. Both our cats seemed completely happy and comfortable when we returned which was a huge relief. Thank you so much, we will definitely be using Pet Sitters again!

— Amber Neale

As Shilo is still a puppy I was nervous leaving her. The service Judy provided was incredible and constant flow of pictures and communication was just fantastic. I knew my puppy was in safe hands and was having a ball and I was able to relax and enjoy my holiday overseas. Thanks again for your amazing service.

— Loretta Geary

Faultless service from the initial consultation right through to when we arrived home after our trip away. It was very re-assuring knowing all three of our boys (2 dogs and a cat) were being lovingly cared for while we were away.

— Mark & Helen Le May

Our Westie is prone to separation anxiety. Even the best of boarding kennels or a house sitter who perhaps needs to work and is therefore out for long periods of time cannot provide the full-time human companionship that he has come to expect meaning anxiety can be an issue for him. By using the doggie fostering service he was cared for in a loving home with all the luxuries this little dog has come to know and expect, plus more! We came home to a happy, relaxed dog who I think would have quite happily waved us goodbye again had we not picked him up. His foster family reported having seen no signs of anxiety, and why would he when he had their undivided attention 24/7 just the way he likes it. We will have no hesitation in using this service again and look forward to enjoying our future holidays guilt free knowing that he is in the best of hands.

— Christine Harford

I thought your paperwork about the history and needs of my pets was very good. Great to have feedback about how they were when visited.

— Suzanne Robinson

Pet Sitters were very professional and obviously really loved animals. It was awesome getting a little text photo whilst we were away and seeing our cat be very calm and happy when we returned – thanks so much.

— Kristen Slauenwhite

We were very happy to be able to go away and know that our boys were well cared for and we didn’t have to worry and loved receiving the text updates. Thank you so very much.

— Lex and Donna Allfrey (Niko and Zeusy’s mum and dad)

Thank you so much. We were delighted with the service. Thank you for going the extra mile by putting our dogs food under cover when it was likely to rain, for the pictures of him on his walks and for the extra security of the Pet Sitters ID tag. We would highly recommend Wendy and her team to all pet owners.

— Caroline Smith

I find your service to be easy and relaxed. I have n worries when going away and leaving Franklin, Eeyore and Clawdia in your capable care. Thank you for the follow up text to make sure I was home and for what you do - I certainly appreciate all you do.

— Raewyn Valentine

Great service. Fergie had been bullied and 2 of the 3 kennels we had previously used. She was very happy with your lovely people, shame she let herself down by stealing the lady’s lunch!

— Roger Blissett

I just want to say how much we appreciate the fantastic service you provide. Our two girls come home happy, healthy and obviously very well cared for. Your care of them is top notch and you work really hard to accommodate their and our needs, even last minute! Your attention to detail is great and your communication to us during their stay is very much appreciated.

Description— Emily, Will, Freda and Junko!

Thank you so much for being so efficient, professional and thoughtful. I went away with total ease, not worrying at all, knowing that my little lad was in the best of hands. Shirley and Terry are the loveliest people. It’s such a sigh of relief to meet people who are of exactly the same mind about our treasures and the love and care they need. I am thrilled to bits about this. Scoots had a wonderful time and I thank you again. I have already recommended you to a lady I met yesterday. I am ever so happy and think that your business is excellent. Thanking you again.

— Julie Demilliac

It was comforting to go away and be relaxed and not worry about Eeyore and Franklin as I knew they were happy in their own environment being cared for by people who genuinely love pets and adore them as much I do.

— Raewyn Valentine

Cannot say enough about how great the service is you provide. It is so important for me to know that my dogs are well cared for in my absence. When I went to pick the boys up they were very relaxed and comfortable with the foster family you provided and at a very affordable cost so thank you thank you thank you!! Absolutely would recommend your service.

— Sue Bennett

Shirley and Terry were the perfect ‘foster parents’ for Minnie and Muppett. From the first time I met them I felt totally comfortable that they would care for them beautifully. Knowing that they had previously been breeders and had experience with Cavaliers (and also having one themselves) meant that that they understood all the little ‘oddities’ which cav’s tend to have. Their home was perfectly set up with outdoor flow and it was great that they also had their usual walks at the beach. Minnie needed antibiotics and this was no trouble at all for them. Minnie and Muppett seemed comfortable and happy at our first meeting and also when I picked them up. I think the best thing was that they genuinely cared for and about them – and it showed. I would definitely use the service again. Many, many thanks!!

— Zarina Pallamountain

I thought the service was excellent, much easier than take to a cattery. Lovely people and great service. Would definitely use again.

— Jonelle McKay

I love the one to one care for my dog. She wasn’t anxious and didn’t miss me as she was given the same care that I give her.

— Katherine O’Donoghue

Very professional service. I thought you matched Billy really well to the Foster Family – well done!

— Paula Roberts

I thought your paperwork about the history and needs of my pets was very good. Great to have the feedback about how they were when visited.

— Suzanne Robinson

We are very happy with the service provided by The Pet Sitters when we left our two precious dogs and other pets in their care. Wendy and Vicky were very friendly, professional and well-organised and we really appreciated the text updates from the dogs when we were away. They also brought in the mail… Highly recommend them.

— Anne Letham-White and Bevan White.

Everything was very smooth and I was able to go away feeling my dog was being cared for. In fact probably more spoilt than when at home!

— Gill Knight

I really appreciated the text messages letting me know that contact with the cat had been made and all was well. Thank you! I was very happy with Pet Sitters and will certainly use their excellent service again.

— Colleen Dallimore

Very happy with the service and care provided. Having two dogs, 1 very young and 1 very old this service was wonderful in letting them stay home together. I have already highly recommended your service to a number of people.

— Vanessa Wilson

Very good, quick response to my late request for a foster family and in a holiday period too! My Schnauzer very happy with her foster mum and the routine she had with lovely yard and two walks a day, as I myself do. Obviously well looked after – I will definitely do it again.

— Sandie Abbott

I would recommend Susan to everyone – she is amazing and I knew she looked after Molly very well. She seemed very much at ease with Susan and she said she would have Molly back again if we used foster sitters again.

— Cec Lineham

My dog came home exhausted and slept for ages, which was great because it gave me time to unpack and relax after a long journey home!

— J Nickson

Really loved the personal touch of notes and text message updates for peace of mind. Also our dogs were better behaved after the visit from Pet Sitters – awesome!

— Courtney Clyne

Wendy & her team are simply amazing. Our cats were kept happy and loved, and using Pet Sitters meant we didn’t have to feel guilty about imposing on friends. On one occasion, when our return home got delayed due to bad weather, Wendy even extended the pet sitting period at short notice.

— Sarah & Suze plus Caspian & Severus (and newest kitten addition, Flash)

Recently when we went overseas, Wendy organised a foster home for our Dachshund (Peaches). Well, she had such a good time. She was exercised regularly and well loved. We think she wanted to stay with her foster parent’s full time!

— Peta & Tom Wright

I just wanted to say a massive thank you to the ladies that looked after Blackie and my daughter’s goldfish! I was blown away at how friendly, efficient and professional your staff and systems are. I loved the updates on how Blackie was doing – especially since he is an elderly cat. Came home to mail neatly stacked, even the cat trays, food and dirt boxes tidy and clean. A wee toy left for Blackie and a note and message to check we were home. You were even happy to put my water timers on for my garden. Excellent, professional, caring service at a very reasonable price!

— Sacha Cumming

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