Sit Dates Mar-2-23
- Mar-12-23
Homeowner lifeisgood100093,
Member Since Mar-20-17
Location
Punta Gorda Florida United States
Sydney and Matt cared for our 8 year old Standard Poodle and 2 cats while we went to Hawaii. They communicated well while we were gone. When we returned, the dog slept with them that night. The animals were well cared for and the home was cleaner than when I left. They are honest and trustworthy people and you are welcome to email me or call me anytime with any questions.
Regards,
Grace, MD
Sit Dates Jun-8-22
- Jul-30-22
Homeowner GardenoftheGods,
Member Since May-25-20
Location
Colorado Springs Colorado United States
Sydney and Matt took care of our house in Colorado Springs for 7 weeks. We have a 3000+ sqft house that is pretty nice. They left it as they found it - house cleaned, beds remade with clean sheets, animals and plants alive and well. I left 3 pages of info/directions about the house which they accepted with good grace. They texted twice with questions and otherwise addressed issues at they arose. In addition to the house itself, they cared for two cats. One is demanding (entitled) and the other old. The old one had a seizure and Matt took care of it. In this case, that ment using his judgement to watch and wait rather than rushing to an emergency vet. He contacted us immediately and the cat didn't have any further issues.
They also cared for a LOT of house plants and our goldfish. Plants are not that easy to take care of in Colorado given the intense sun and dry air. We only lost one little plant. (Other years with other sitters we have taken a big hit on plants.) They were gracious enough to let us know it had sucumbed and cleaned to pot.
They also had use of our cars - one old stick shift and one minvan. Both were returned cleaner than they were left! They even had the oil changed in our van so we didn't come home to an engine light. When we left, we left our car at the airport for them (I had mailed a key in advance). It was fabulous to drive ourselves to the airport, to have the car there when we returned 7 weeks later, and to only pay $8 in parking. I think it worked out well for them too.
They did not overcommunicate, so definitely initiate comms, be specific in your expectations and leave clear directions. They were responsive every time I initiated comms. We spoke once or twice and the rest was via text or email.
I recommend them without reservation and am happy to talk with anyone considering having them.
