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Helena F.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Helena F.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

£16 total per visit

These prices are for 1 cat, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Identity Verified
11 years of experience
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Biology student & animal lover

Hi! I’m Helena, a Biology student at the University of Brighton and a lifelong animal lover. I grew up around animals and cared for my childhood cat, Porridge, for over 11 years, so I have plenty of experience with the everyday care, attention and affection that cats need. I’m gentle, patient and very comfortable around animals with different personalities, whether they want lots of attention and cuddles or prefer having their own space. I’m happy to help with feeding, fresh water, litter trays, playtime, grooming and keeping to your cat’s usual routine while you’re away. I also have experience looking after dogs and am confident with feeding, walks and general care. As a Biology student, animal welfare is something I genuinely care about, and I’m always happy to learn the individual needs and routines of each pet I look after. Most importantly, I know how much trust it takes to leave a pet you love in somebody else’s care, and I’ll always treat them with the same patience and care I’d want for my own.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
Oral medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I always follow the owner’s instructions closely and make sure pets are safe, comfortable and well cared for. I’m respectful of both the pet and the owner’s home, and I’m happy to adapt to each animal’s individual routine, personality and needs.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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1 rating
Jonathon C.
21 Sep 2026

Lena was a phemeonanal addition to our household, right when we needed her. We had a very fluid schedule and Lena had no problem accommodating our often very last minute and haphazard requests. She was always absolutely reliable and incredible with communication. Most importantly she was loved by our dog and gave him excellent, attentive care. Thank you Lena, we would recommend you to anyone.

Jilly B.
03 Sep 2026

Lena was fantastic with my dog! She kept him for one week and normally when he gets home he doesn't eat well and seems "off" for a few days (it's a poodle thing...) But he was great! Came home happy and eating well. I'd trust her with my pup again for sure!

Wilson S.
27 Aug 2026

Helena is an exceptionally responsible, caring and trustworthy young woman. She is patient, attentive and genuinely compassionate, and she understands that pets are not simply animals but part of someone’s family. She takes her responsibilities seriously and can be relied upon to treat both people and animals with kindness, respect and care. I would have complete confidence leaving a much-loved pet in Helena’s hands, knowing that she would look after them with the same attention and affection she would give her own. When our cat Mingau became seriously ill, Helena showed exactly the kind of patience, gentleness and responsibility that I would want from someone looking after a pet. She cared for him while I was away, made sure he received his medication, monitored him closely and, when he became reluctant to eat and hid away, patiently encouraged him to take tiny amounts of food directly from her finger. She understood when he needed attention and when he needed space, and treated him throughout with enormous tenderness. Seeing the way she cared for him during such a vulnerable time left me with absolutely no doubt that I could trust Helena with an animal I loved.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I’m a university student with a flexible schedule, so I have plenty of availability for pet sitting, walks and drop-in visits throughout the week. I’m also happy to work around each pet’s usual routine and their owner’s schedule.

Helena can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Each sitter joining needs to pass an identity verification. And by booking on Cat in a Flat, you can get photo and message updates, 24/7 support and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 cat, including a booking fee of 11%.