Cat Sitter – Holiday Care in Familiar Surroundings
Home really is where the cat is! As humans we know only too well what it’s like to miss your family or the peace and safety of home, we even have a term for it… being ‘homesick’. From the cat’s perspective, their home is a sanctuary. It is their core…
Cat breeds for different lifestyles
We all love cats, that’s a given – but how does one cat breed differ from the next? What characteristics are they known for, and which cat breeds might suit your specific lifestyle best? Here are a few insights =^.^= 1. The best cats for children Not every cat likes…
How to prepare for your HouseSitter
Passport? Check. Visas? Check. Chargers? Check. You may think you’ve got it all figured out for getting ready to go on holiday, but how prepared are you for your house sitter?
How to be a 5 Star Cat Sitter
Being a cat sitter can be very rewarding. Here are some useful tips on how to be a great cat sitter and provide a 5 Star service.
Prepared for your cat sitter
When going on holiday, there’s always so much to remember. Passports, tickets, suntan lotion. And as we run out of time, our cats run the risk of being just a note on the to-do list. To make things a little easier, we thought we’d help you out with an easy…
It’s Valentines Day! Well, nearly…
It’s that time of the year again.. the opportunity to try and convince your loved one that you love them as much as you love the cat, well almost 😉 Here are some pressie ideas to warm them up on a rainy day… Visit our shop here … Visit our shop here. Ps….
How it works
A guide to cat sitting and how our community works. Cat in a Flat connects cat owners with trusted and insured cat loving sitters in their area. Our mission is to help cats stay in the comfort of their own homes while the owner is away.
The Practical Guide to Work-Life Balance
We’re all looking for ways to help improve our work-life balance. Luckily these days there are loads of great companies out there with brilliant services from food to fashion to pet-tech to the gig-economy, that are helping us find wellness and betterment. You are what you eat If you are tired…
Through sand and ice in the name of cats
The lovely Fiona Oaks chats with Cat in a Flat – The Trusted Cat Sitter Community Cats, could there be a life without them? Not in my world – they are my constant. Always there, seeing, being, loving – curious, independent, kind, bold, brave, intelligent and clever. Is there no end…
6 reasons why our gig economy works.
From Sharing to Caring Over the last 2 years Cat in a Flat has socialised and breathed some life into the well established Pet Caring Industry (worth £6 billion/year in the UK). With it’s new online platform, connecting cat owners with cat-loving sitters, it quickly became the UK’s biggest Cat Sitting Community and was characterised as…
How to Look After Your Cat Sitting Client?
With it’s perks of cuddles and purrs, being a cat minder for a beloved cat is a job we cat lovers adore. Whether you are a friend who loves cats, a family member, or one of our cat loving community, you’re providing a wonderful alternative to cat boarding. Take a read…
Should I use over-night or pop-in visits for my next Cat Sitting Service?
We offer both flat sitting and a drop in service! House sitting is a great alternative to the usual drop-in service. The sitter will stay overnight, giving your cat cuddles galore while you’re away – perfect for the kitty that needs extra human attention and care such as mature cats or…
15 Top Service Apps for your Holidays
Love it! When the days are getting longer and you find yourself spending far too long thinking about what to wear because the weather has still not quite decided ‘Should I stay below 10 degrees and rain or should I creep into the 20s with sunshine? Well, that’s the time…
What to do if the cat goes missing :(
Having your furry friend going missing is every cat lover’s worst nightmare 🙁 It can be very upsetting and worrying, but you can improve your chances of finding them. Make sure you have checked absolutely everywhere in the home. Check your washing machine and all the cosy places such as…
How to Judge a Good Cat Sitter
You and the ‘boss’ will want to find the purr-fect carer and we always recommend that you meet the cat sitter before you go away. That way, you, your cat and the sitter all get to know each other. During this introductory visit, watch how the cat sitter interacts with…
We’re in the news
Cat in a Flat offers so much more than just hours of kitty cuddles and streams of kitty photos – even though these are important too 🙂 1. Pampered Cats “For when kennels just don’t cut the mustard, Cat in a Flat offers cat-care in your own home.” Read more: 10…
From Officeslave to Catrepaneur
A new employment shift triggered by the emerging sharing and on-demand economy has resulted in more self-employment and micro entrepreneurs. In particular, the Millennials are showing a growing trend in looking for a chance to make their own way. They seek a live-work balance using technology and services from the…
The World’s First Feline Shareholders!
A big issue at this time of the year, for the felines amongst us, is, ‘Staff Xmas Holiday Replacement Cover’. When the humans start packing for the annual Christmas dash to the in-laws, cats everywhere start to wonder ‘So, who’s going to feed me then? And what if I need…
Cat Protection Like No Other
When it comes to our beloved furry friends, anything that will give us peace of mind while we are away, is worth it. Apart from daily photo updates of your precious while you’re away sunning yourself, we now offer a super duper (industry first!) cat and cat-sitter insurance included as…
Cat-Parent Varieties
When you’re a proud new cat-parent of the cutest bunch of fluff in the city, it’s hard not to share the odd Instagram isn’t it? Gazing forever into those cute shiny eyes, those tiny fluffy kitten feet… But wait… Woooaah, if you think you’re in charge — you’re, deluded. Yes. Let’s face…