Ryan Patey

Ryan and Rachel are simply the best. Our nervous girl was having a bladder flareup, and they were able to administer the meds without upsetting her. She was in good spirits and great form when we returned. Highly recommend!

Ryan and his partner were wonderful sitters! We received many lovely photos and updates – they even gave our lovely boy Noodles some grooming! Ryan was fantastic at making sure the vet had access to our cat Fig, and left the house spotless. Would highly recommend Ryan as your next sitter!

Ryan and Rachel were absolutely amazing to have sit for us, and they left the house so clean and spotlessly tidy even the cupboards smelt lemony fresh. Cloud clearly missed them when they left, and the cute photos Rachel sent throughout the stay were amazing. Would have them back any time.

Ryan is the man of the job! He came to our place to look after our anxious boy, Wahshi, which he always gives a hard time for strangers to be around him. Within hours, we received a picture of Ryan giving Wahshi a belly rub. Ryan is very patient with dogs, reliable, very tidy at home; he provided us with a regular update about our pet behaviour and daily routine.

This was the second time Ryan stayed with our terrier-mix Charlie. He was super flexible, accommodating, and just SUCH a wonderful house sitter. Charlie is quite nervous, and Ryan went out of his way to make sure Charlie was comfortable during our trip. You can’t find a more reliable, loving gentleman to come stay with your fur baby. Would hire him again in a heartbeat!

Ryan looked after our elderly blind red setter and our house really well, from 24th August till 11th Sept 2016. We arrived home to a relaxed happy dog and a clean and tidy house. He was an ideal sitter for us, easy to get in touch with before, during, and after the sit. We needed someone with experience of looking after a dog with additional needs and who was happy to spend a lot of quiet time with him. And that is what we got in Ryan! We were able to enjoy our holiday away without having to worry about Bru at all. We would highly recommend Ryan as a pet sitter.

I would have no hesitation in recommending Ryan as a reliable house sitter. He stepped in at short notice when we had been let down by another sitter and did a great job looking after our home, two dogs, pool, and garden. We arrived home to find the house clean and tidy, the dogs happy and healthy, the pool was maintained and cleaned to a high standard, and the garden well watered. During our absence, Ryan sent regular messages reassuring us that all was well, and he often included photos of our dogs enjoying their daily walk. Nothing was too much trouble and he often exceeded what had been asked of him. He quickly built a strong relationship with the dogs and was caring and attentive to their needs.

Best decision ever when I asked Ryan if he would accept my assignment to care for my herd of 6 senior cats. Was going to the Yukon for two weeks and some of my cats have issues … one is blind and two are constantly in flight with strangers. Additionally, the week before I left my Pookie cat, who is 16yrs, was diagnosed with a terminal tumor. Not supposed to have favorites but Pookie is one special girl. I felt so distraught at leaving her. Immediately on arrival, Ryan was kneeling down making friends with my gang and Pookie took to him instantly. In that moment, I knew all would be well and I could relax and enjoy my time away.

Ryan was the first petsitter I booked with so many reviews, all glowing if I remember correctly. All I can say now: All totally honest. He was responsible and responsive. Sent photos on occasion and the random video. The house was in perfect condition when I returned, and my cat is more independent than ever before (her nickname is Needy Cat for a reason, but maybe not so appropriate anymore). Ryan is also an interesting person. I only wish we would have had more than the hour or two we did to get to know each other a bit. I would happily have him housesit again!

Ryan was AMAZING! From the moment he step foot on the door was loving and patient with our little ones. He sent us pictures and videos and was in constant Communication with us. He left the house really clean and even had the detail of washing the sheets and making the bed. We would love to have him anytime in the future. Maraca and Murci were happy and calm when we arrived.

It was so reassuring to know that my kids were left in such good hands! Ryan managed my senior cat, Sofi (19) very adeptly, giving her her nightly eye drops and took wonderful care of my dog, Tykie. Communication is definitely his strong suit, as we corresponded a lot beforehand and during my time away. He always asked if there was something he was not sure of. I wish he were not so popular, as I go away frequently and would love to have him again!

Ryan took excellent care of our Great Dane and Shiloh Shepherd, over 300lbs of dog! Our home was also looked after well. He was quick to respond to any messages, followed care instructions and it was clear that he holds years of reliable pet-sitting experience. Most importantly, he is truly trustworthy. I highly recommend Ryan as a pet-sitter, and we will surely ask him to pet sit for us again! Thank you Ryan!

Ryan was great! Bunny and Oliver seemed very happy having Ryan look after them – Bunny had health issues while I was away and Ryan was very calm calling me to explain the situation. Ryan was also always quick to reply to texts and help out in any way he could if something needed to be done. I was renovating my apartment and not only was Ryan looking after my dogs, he was living thru a renovation and in some instances helping out with things that needed to be done – upgrading the internet/cable, etc. I would definitely use Ryan again! 😊

His calm character, willingness and capabilities were a godsend to me, making me feel at constant ease at an extremely difficult time. Further issues arose at my property during his time there, but Ryan always took charge & just rolled with it, often saying to me ‘that’s what I’m here for’. I am so thankful for this.

Theory misses Ryan so much that he’s hanging his head over the edge of the bed, sighing heavily. We’re waiting for him to either run away to find Ryan, or compose poetry. Most people love Abstract best, and it’s rare for Theory to find a person, but Ryan is clearly his person. At every single step of this — and it’s our first sit so we were nervy and forgetful and over the top — Ryan was calm, easy, and I hope will become a friend.