For many cats, comfort begins with everything they already know.
Their favourite sleeping spot, familiar scents, the sounds they know, and the comfort of their usual routine can make all the difference while you’re away. Overnight house sitting allows your cat to remain in the environment where they feel safest, while still having someone there to care for them and keep them company through the evening and overnight.
Every cat responds differently when their person is away. Some become extra affectionate, some want more play and attention, while others simply feel reassured knowing someone familiar is nearby. I follow your cat’s pace, respect their boundaries, and keep their routine as consistent as possible.
Sometimes the smallest moments matter most, an extra play session before bed, refreshing their water in the middle of the evening, or a shy cat choosing to sit a little closer than before. These are not really “extras”; they are simply part of caring attentively.
While you’re away, your cat stays surrounded by everything familiar, your home remains lived in, and you can have peace of mind knowing both are being looked after with care.
Every overnight stay includes 💤
🐾 Evening and morning feeding according to your cat’s usual routine
🐾 Fresh water top-ups
🐾 Litter box scooping and basic tidy-up throughout the stay
🐾 Playtime and enrichment
🐾 Cuddles, brushing or quiet companionship, depending on your cat’s preferences
🐾 Gentle, patient care for shy, senior or nervous cats
🐾 Basic oral or topical medication, if discussed beforehand
🐾 Keeping an eye on appetite, litter habits, behaviour and general wellbeing
🐾 Daily photo and video updates
🐾 Following your cat’s usual routines, habits and preferences
📦 Parcel and mail collection
🔌 Basic smart pet device support, such as feeders, fountains, cameras or automatic litter boxes
🏡 Basic home care, including bringing in parcels, collecting mail and watering a small collection of indoor plants
📌 Before my stay
• A complimentary meet & greet is required before confirmation
• Please provide your cat’s feeding routine, care instructions and emergency contact details
• Vet details should be provided before the stay begins
• Please let me know about any medication or special care requirements in advance
• Overnight house sitting is not a 24-hour constant presence
• Base package covers up to 3 cats; options for larger kitty households will be available soon
You may also want to define your overnight window clearly in the listing, for example:
Typical stay: 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM
or
Approximately 12 hours overnight
