Cat & Small Pet Sitting

The Highest Standard of Care While You're Away

Cats and small pets each have their own personalities and comfort levels, and caring for them well takes real expertise and a thoughtful, individualized approach. At Fur de Lis Pet Care, we understand that some cats and small animals enjoy interaction, while others prefer a calm, quiet environment with minimal handling. Whether your pet is a social cat, a shy rabbit, a curious ferret, or a more hands-off species like a reptile, amphibian, fish, or bird, we bring skilled, knowledgeable care to every visit, providing gentle companionship, expert handling, or quiet observation to keep them comfortable and content in the familiar surroundings of their own home.

While you travel, we manage everything your pet needs to stay healthy and well cared for, including feeding, fresh water, habitat and litter cleaning, and enrichment. From enclosures and aquariums to aviaries and litter boxes, every detail is handled with the precision and professionalism that sets Fur de Lis Pet Care apart, keeping your pet safe and secure until you return.

Our goal is always to keep your pets relaxed, healthy, and thriving while you're away, backed by the highest standards of care and a depth of experience that respects both their species-specific needs and individual personalities. For more details on our care for cats and other small pets, see below.

Cats and small pets each have their own personalities and comfort levels, and caring for them well takes real expertise. At Fur de Lis Pet Care, we understand that some enjoy interaction while others prefer a calm, quiet environment with minimal handling. Whether your pet is a social cat, a shy rabbit, a curious ferret, or a more hands-off species like a reptile, fish, or bird, we bring skilled, knowledgeable care to every visit, keeping them comfortable and content in the familiar surroundings of their own home.

While you travel, we manage everything your pet needs, from feeding and fresh water to habitat cleaning and enrichment, all handled with the precision and professionalism that sets Fur de Lis Pet Care apart. Our goal is always to keep your pets relaxed, healthy, and thriving while you're away, backed by the highest standards of care. For more details, see below.

Cat & Small Pet Sitting Services

Cat Sitting:

Our vacation pet sitting visits for cats are tailored to their unique needs. Services may include:

Scooping litter boxes (if requested)
Refreshing water bowls daily
Keeping your cat’s feeding schedule consistent
Giving medications or supplements if needed
Checking on your home for safety and security
Collecting mail and packages
Providing playtime and enrichment with toys and wands
Offering affection, brushing, and lap time (if your cat enjoys it)
Cleaning up any accidents (within reason)
Watering plants and rotating blinds/lights to give your home a lived-in feel
Taking trash and recycling bins to and from the curb, if requested
Sending you photo updates (if your cat is willing!) and a summary of how things went

We’re happy to stop by once a day or multiple times per day, depending on your cat’s personality and needs. Quick check-ins (15–20 minutes) are perfect for independent cats, while more social cats may appreciate longer visits of up to an hour.

We do require at least one visit per day while you're away. Please note: We do not allow cats outdoors under our care unless they have access to a fully enclosed, escape-proof area.

Additional fees may apply for deep litter box cleaning or if your cat regularly has accidents outside the box. Holiday surcharges and non-refundable deposits may apply during major holidays and busy travel periods.

Small Pet Sitting:

Our vaction pet sitting visits for small pets are tailored to each species’ unique needs. Services may include:

Feeding according to your pet’s regular schedule
Fresh water changes (for applicable species)
Cage, enclosure, or tank spot-cleaning (full cleanings may be available for an added fee)
Administering medications or supplements (oral, topical, or in food)
Social interaction or supervised out-of-enclosure time (when appropriate and safe)
Monitoring temperature/humidity for species that require it
Adjusting lighting or heat lamp schedules as needed
Daily wellbeing checks and updates with photos (for pets that tolerate it)

In addition to the services listed above, services may include:
- Litter box or bedding spot-cleaning
- Enrichment activities (tunnels, toys, foraging setup)
- Treat time (owner-provided treats)
In addition to the services listed above, services may include:
- Cage tidying (liner changes, wiping surfaces)
- Feeding and fresh water
- Social interaction
- Covering/uncovering cage as instructed
- Enrichment and toys rotation (if provided)
In addition to the services listed above, services may include:
- Monitoring/enhancing habitat humidity and temperature
- Adjusting UVB/heat lighting schedules
- Insect feeding or thawed prey (owner must provide)
- Cleaning substrate or spot-cleaning enclosure
- Misting (if needed)
In addition to the services listed above, services may include:
- Feeding according to tank schedule
- Visual health checks
- Light and filtration system check
- Water parameter observation (visual only)

We do not offer services for:

Venomous or dangerous species
Animals with a history of aggression or biting (applies to all species)
Outdoor poultry, livestock, or horses (including chickens, ducks, pigs, goats, sheep, cattle, etc.)

*Because Fur de Lis Pet Care serves multiple communities across the Northshore, some bookings may require an additional travel fee depending on location and visit frequency. Holiday fees may also apply.

Our standard visit windows are:

Morning Visits: 8am-10am
Mid-Morning Visits: 10am-12pm
Afternoon Visits: 12pm-4pm
Dinner Visits: 4pm-7pm
Night Visits: 7pm-8:30pm

Need extra care? We also offer early morning (7–8 AM) and late-night (9 PM–11 PM) visits for an additional fee.

Would your pet be more comfortable with someone staying overnight with them? Visit our Overnight Pet Sitting page to learn more about our extended stay options!

Cats & Small Pets:

For cats and small animals, we require a minimum of one (1) visit per 24 hour period. Please see our Cats & Small Pets page for more information.

We do not offer services for:

Dangerous or venomous animals
Animals with a history of aggression or biting (applies to all species)
Outdoor poultry, horses, or livestock (including chickens, ducks, pigs, goats, cattle, etc.)

A 25% non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking to secure your reservation. Once services are confirmed, the deposit will be charged to the payment method on file and a booking confirmation will be provided.
The remaining balance is due 7 days prior to the start of services and will automatically be charged to the card on file.
All services scheduled on major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Mardi Gras, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, and other holidays, are billed at 1.5x the standard service rate.
Holiday bookings require full payment at the time of booking and are non-refundable once confirmed due to the limited availability and high demand surrounding holiday scheduling.
Bookings in our extended service area are subject to an additional travel fee depending on location and visit frequency.
Please reach out for current rates and policies.
Cancellations made 7 or more days prior to the start of scheduled services will receive an account credit for all payments made toward the booking. Credits are valid for 6 months from the original booking date and may be applied toward future services, subject to availability.
Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to the start of scheduled services are non-refundable.
Holiday bookings are non-refundable once confirmed due to the limited availability and high demand surrounding holiday scheduling.
Refunds due to severe weather or natural disasters are issued at Fur de Lis Pet Care’s discretion.
Please see our policies for more information

Booking & Payment:

A 25% non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking to secure your reservation. Once services are confirmed, the deposit will be charged to the payment method on file and a booking confirmation will be provided.

The remaining balance is due 7 days prior to the start of services and will automatically be charged to the card on file.

Holiday Schedules & Fees:

All services scheduled on holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Mardi Gras, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, and others, are billed at 1.5x the standard service rate. Holiday bookings require full payment at the time of booking and are non-refundable once confirmed due to the limited availability and high demand surrounding holiday scheduling.

A 5% administration fee will be applied to each invoice total.

Bookings in our extended service area are subject to a travel fee depending on location and visit frequency.

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Getting Started is Easy!

1. Tell Us About Your Pets

Fill out our new client form with a little about your pets, the care you are looking for, and the dates you have in mind.

2. We Confirm We're a Good Fit

We make sure we can cover your dates and your area, then send you everything you need to get started in your secure client portal.

3. Meet & Greet

Before any service begins, we meet your pets in person and go over their needs and your home in detail, so every visit runs smoothly while you're away.