Overnight cat sitting services require additional preparation to be ready for your guest. Here are top tips to make sure your cat sitter feels welcome in your home, it’s important that they have everything they need for the duration of their stay.
Here is Cat in a Flat’s useful checklist for the preparation of your overnight cat sitter.
Daily cat sitting services can start from 10 $ per visit and should last 20-40 minutes. This allows your kitty to get fresh food & water, a cleaned litter box, lots of affection and a chance to play. You can also look forward to reassuring daily updates and photos of your cat while you’re away.
Avoid the stress of a cat boarding facility and return home to happy, relaxed kitties enjoying the comforts of their own home.
Daily in-home cat sitting services can start from 12 $ per visit and should last 20-40 minutes. This allows your kitty to get fresh food & water, a cleaned litter box, lots of affection and a chance to play. You can also look forward to reassuring daily updates and photos of your cat while you’re away.
An overnight cat sitter will do all of the above and also spend the night at your property. An overnight sitter provides more company and attention for your cat. They also make your property looked lived in, which is better for home security. They are ideal for very young kittens that are still in their socialization phase or older cats that might need time specific medications.
Avoid the stress of cat boarding and return home to happy, relaxed kitties enjoying the comforts of their own home.
For a once-daily home visit, a cat sitter can charge 12-18 $. Twice daily drop-ins can cost from around 18 - 30 $. Overnight stays can cost from 20 - 50 $. Cat sitting is a flexible, custom and individual service so ask if you’d like your sitter to complete some additional tasks for a fee. As with most services, when finding a good cat sitter, the least expensive option isn’t always the best, especially if your cat needs extra care and attention.
Want to know what to look out for when choosing a cat sitter? Read here.
To become a cat sitter with Cat in a Flat, simply register and submit your profile. We will take you through a step by step process and let you know if you have been approved.
The amount you can earn as a cat sitter depends on the level of service you provide. Most cat sitters charge 12 - 18 $ for a once-daily home visit or 18 - 30 $ to drop in twice a day. Cat sitters usually charge 20 - 50 $ for overnight cat sitting stays. You can look after more than one household of cats at a time if they only need daily home visits. Many cat sitters also charge a little extra for additional services such as watering the plants. More expensive cat sitters tend to be the ones with more experience and who can administer medication.
For more advice and tips on how to become a cat sitter, read here.
All of our sitters agree to a Code of Conduct to offer the best care to your cat.
All cat sitters are covered by the Cat in a Flat Guarantee providing an extra peace of mind for cat owners. Cat in a Flat is a cat-loving community – our sitters really care about cats. We encourage our members to rate and review cat sitters honestly.
Read more on how to find a trusted cat sitter here.
Cats are territorial animals who don’t like change. The strange sounds, smells and sights of a cat boarding facility can be overwhelming for a cat, as can the presence of lots of unfamiliar cats. Being removed from the home and transported to and from a boarding facility is also something most cats find distressing.
Cat sitting is a great alternative to cat boarding.
The length of time of each visit will depend on your cat’s needs and personality. You can also book a cat sitter to stay overnight if your kitty needs extra care.
Cats don’t like change, they don’t like to travel, and they don’t like sharing space with unfamiliar cats. Cat sitters will pay individual, custom and loving attention to your cat or cats based on their preferences. Therefore, cat sitting is the best solution for most cats, and it’s also more convenient and less expensive for cat owners.
You can read more about cat sitting vs cat boarding here.
Cats don’t like change, they don’t like to travel, and they don’t like sharing space with unfamiliar cats. Cat sitters will pay individual, custom and loving attention to your cat or cats based on their preferences. Therefore, cat sitting is the best solution for most cats, and it’s also more convenient and less expensive for cat owners.
To find out the pros and cons of cat sitting vs cat boarding, read here.
To find out what to look for when choosing a cat sitter, read here.
Cats can remember their owners for years after being separated from them. So rest assured when you return, your cat will remember who you are and your shared bond. To remind your cat of you while you’re away, leave them something with your smell, such as a piece of clothing. The scent will be reassuring to your cat, especially if they suffer from separation anxiety.
All of our sitters agree to a Code of Conduct and are covered by the Cat in a Flat Guarantee to protect everyone if something goes wrong while you’re away. Cat in a Flat also encourages our community to provide honest reviews, so you can check that other cats and cat owners have had a good experience with a sitter.
For tips on how to choose a good cat sitter read here.
Cat in a Flat has years of experience in running a cat-sitting community. We know that the vast majority of cats are more than ok with a cat sitter; they enjoy the experience and attention. We also know how important it is to provide cover and reassurance if something goes wrong while you’re away. That is why cat sitters are covered with our Cat in a Flat Guarantee. Cat sitting is a safe, reliable and trustworthy service providing love and care for your cat while you’re away. It’s a great alternative to cat boarding.
It’s not bad or wrong to board your cat, especially if you can’t find another solution. But arranging an in-home or overnight cat sitter is a better and kinder solution for your cat. Cat sitting is more convenient for you too! You do not have to transport your cat across town to a strange place, at a certain time with an up-to-date health check.
Instead, your cat stays in the comfort of their home with minimum changes and maximum convenience. Trusted and vetted cat sitters come to your home once or twice daily or overnight to give your cat individual care. Less stress for you and your cat. Make sure to start looking for cat sitters as soon as you can to ensure the best care for your pet.
So if your cat is fussy, can be difficult or needs medication, chances are you can find a cat sitter who can provide the caring service and support you and your cat need. Most cats find going to a cat boarding facility very stressful, if this is your cat, then hiring a trusted cat sitter is a great alternative. All cat sitters love kitties and look forward to spending time with them, so it’s a reliable way of providing conscientious, affectionate and practical in-home cat care while you are away. Cat sitters booked through a platform such as Cat in a Flat are approved, vetted and reviewed, so it’s care you can trust too.
For more tips on how to find a trustworthy cat sitter, read here.
Cat in a Flat recommends allowing at least a few weeks to find a trustworthy cat sitter. At busy times such as around summer and Federal holidays, it’s wise to start looking at least a month before. Always contact several sitters at once as some get fully booked quickly.
A trusted cat lover will come to your home and care for your cat every day, either with drop-in visits or by cat sitting overnight. A cat sitting visit includes feeding your cat, changing the water, cleaning the litter box, playtime and cuddles. A cat sitter will also send you regular updates about your pet.
Cat in a Flat’s 5-star sitters offer a personalized cat sitting service that is suitable for cats of all ages and health. Cat sitting is a great alternative to cat boarding.
A cat sitting visit includes feeding your cat, changing the water, cleaning the litter box, playtime and cuddles. A cat sitter will also send you regular updates about your pet. Cat in a Flat’s 5-star sitters offer a personalized cat sitting service that is suitable for cats of all ages and health. Cat sitting is a great alternative to cat boarding.
Here's how to find the best cat sitter for you:
For more information watch our Guide to Cat Sitting.
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