Ginger domestic longhair cat
  • 1 Daily Visit £11
  • 2 Daily Visits £16

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About Me

Stockbridge-based cat sitter

A bit about me: I moved to Edinburgh at the end of 2017 from Cape Town, where I studied a BA in English literature and communications. Currently, I work in publishing as a managing editor.

I grew up with cats and basically adopted my landlords' ginger cat in Cape Town, Mellow. I then looked after friends' pets before joining Cat in a Flat and starting professionally in June 2022.

Aside from cats, I also look after smaller dogs (including a Jack Russell and a Maltese). My furry clients feel like my adopted children and I love their individual personalities.

The pet-sitting lowdown – introductions: I'm happy to drop by first for an initial, obligation-free visit so you and your pet/s can meet me.

Drop-ins: I can stop by to check on and play with your pet/s, feed them, change the litter tray, pick up the mail etc. Some of my regulars need tablets or injections, so I'm comfortable with basic medication.

Because I work from home, I'll usually take my laptop along for the extra attention – my colleagues have often found a cat in front of the camera on calls. 🐈 I prefer building a relationship with the animals I look after and being around for longer often helps.

Location: I'm based in Stockbridge and cover about a 1km (or 0.6 mile) radius, overlapping Inverleith, Comely Bank, Canonmills and the New Town.

References: I can send you references if you'd like. Or scroll down to the reviews below.

Next leave dates: 12 to 14 June; 17 October to 14 November

Questions? Feel free to give me a shout.

And all that jazz

Clean and top up food and water bowls. | Clean and top up litter trays. | Provide your cat/s with loads of love and attention. | Send regular photos and videos. | Administer basic medication. | Water plants, pick up the mail, take in deliveries and take out the bins.

My Reviews

  • 12 Jun 24

    Courtney

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    Kirsty was fab as always! Great at communicating and Cher was very happy when we got home! Would highly recommend!

  • 25 Mar 24

    Bekkie

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    Our first time using a cat sitter and Kirsty was absolutely amazing. She went above and beyond at every opportunity and put us completely at ease with regular photos and updates everyday. Such a help for longer trips, and even working with us when flights were delayed. Thank you Kirsty 10/10 ⭐️

  • 17 Nov 23

    Ellen P

    Edinburgh

    Another great visit from Kirsty! She’s brilliant with my cat Lola & they get on so well. I can tell that Lola is happy & relaxed & very much enjoying Kirsty’s company when I’m away. As usual Kirsty sent lots of lovely photos & videos & I came home to a very happy cat & tidy flat. She also popped back in when my flight was cancelled. She’s a star!

  • 18 Sept 23

    Jacquie H

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    Would highly recommend Kirsty. She was 100% reliable and trustworthy. She kept me updated every day and spent time with my wee moggie. She also watered my plants in garden. Will definitely have Kirsty look after Missy again, thanks for giving me that peace of mind when away.

  • 10 Jul 23

    Vicki R

    Edinburgh

    Kirsty was amazing with the cats, so kind and considerate. She spent time with them and did so many extra things to help me. She was super reliable and kept in touch so well. I highly recommend her.

  • 22 Jun 23

    Alissa M

    Edinburgh

    My cats love Kirsty. She does an amazing job looking after them and she always sends me lots of photos. Totally and completely trustworthy and reliable too.

  • 21 Jun 23

    Ellen P

    Edinburgh

    Kirsty has been looking after my cat Lola for a year with this booking. She is absolutely a five star (and more!) cat sitter & I can’t recommend her highly enough. Lola clearly enjoys having Kirsty look after her & I come home each time to a happy cat and a spotless flat. Plus Kirsty sends lots of photos & videos so I know Lola is happy 😻

  • 9 May 23

    Helen S

    Edinburgh

    Kirsty is amazing! We came home to a very happy and relaxed Frankie. It was like we’d never been away. Kirsty is genuinely passionate about ensuring your furry friends are looked after so well.

  • 23 Feb 23

    Lindsey W

    Edinburgh

    I've used Kirsty twice for overnight stays and can't recommend her enough. My cat is extremely anxious around people but took to Kirsty very quickly. She was extremely accomodating to my travel schedule and gave me regular updates and pictures. Have already booked again for April 😊 VERY thankful to have found a trustworthy and friendly sitter

  • 19 Sept 22

    Anne R

    Edinburgh

    Huge thanks to Kirsty for doing a fabulous job looking after Stella and Alfie. She took great care of them and I received many daily updates showing how happy and cared for they were. Kirsty is a lovely girl and I wouldn’t hesitate to use her services again 😻😻

  • 11 Aug 22

    Jill C

    Edinburgh

    Kirsty is brilliant. She loved our cats as much as we do.

  • 26 Jul 22

    Jon

    Edinburgh

    The cats were so well looked after and it was lovely to get all of the updates while we were away. Top marks!!

  • 8 Jul 22

    Ellen P

    Edinburgh

    The second time Kirsty has cat sat for Lola and I and it definitely won’t be our last! Again I got regular photos and updates while I was away which was great and came home to a happy cat who had obviously enjoyed her time with Kirsty and had lots of attention and cuddles!

  • 21 Jun 22

    Ellen P

    Edinburgh

    Kirsty was a fantastic cat sitter for my wee cat Lola and I thoroughly recommend her! I was very nervous about leaving Lola for over a week for the first time but Kirsty totally put my mind at rest. Her communication beforehand and while I was away was excellent. She sent frequent WhatsApp photos and updates while I was away so I could see how happy Lola was with her. Kirsty stayed at mine for eight days, which meant that Lola had lots of company, and left the flat spotless. I came home to a very happy and contented cat which was wonderful! Kirsty is clearly a natural with cats and has a lot of love for them which really showed.

  • 9 Jun 22

    Ali A

    Edinburgh

    Kirsty well looked after our cat-children. She was engaging with Latte and Mocha, making sure that they are happy. We were receiving the up date from home. I was relaxed and felt safe leaving girls with Kirsty. Highly recommended. Thank you!

  • 6 Jun 22

    Laura C

    Edinburgh

    Kirsty was a wonderful cat sitter for our kitten! He was clearly very loved and looked after while we were away, so I didn't worry about him once! Kirsty is a great photographer and sent us pictures and videos, as well as Whatsapp messages keeping us up to date. She stayed overnight for several nights and we came back to a perfectly clean house and content kitten. I would highly recommend Kirsty and will happily book again in the future!

My Furry clients

  • Chester

  • Cher

  • Eddie

  • Eevee

  • Jess

  • Grey

  • Tinkerbell

  • Edmund

  • Lottie

  • Missy

  • Frankie

  • Milo

  • Peaches

  • Striker

  • Storm

  • Breagha

  • Ginger

  • Smokey

  • Lola

  • Buddy

  • Lola

  • Alfie

  • Stella

  • Bailey

  • Charlie

  • Potato

  • Turbo

  • Poppy

  • Lola

  • Stoffel

  • Rosie

  • Tuna

  • Bobo

  • Amber

  • Theo

  • Loon

  • Wanda

  • Mocha

  • Latte

  • Elmo

  • Peach

  • Eric

  • Magnus

  • Harris

  • Mellow

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