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About Me

Cat sitter in EDINBURGH

Hello!

I'm Harriet, a 32 year old journalist/editor whose lived in Leith for the last four years.

I have been a cat owner since my early teens and thoroughly cat mad since my first months of life , when my parents got baby me a little kitten - Hickory - to be my first friend.

I've also been cat sitting on Catinaflat for over 10 years now, at first because my life was of course incomplete when I moved away from home and was unable to have my own cats in the London rental market.

During the last decade I've collected several long term kitty clients, with many owners trusting me time and again to take care of their pets. I'm also now the proud owner of two much loved cats of my own - Louis Furroux and Sir David Cattenborough - and use CatinaFlat when I go away myself, so I understand completely about the peace of mind owners are looking for.

Hopefully my many 5 star reviews will reassure you that your pets will be in safe hands - and you'll also be guaranteed lots of pictures and videos. I'll feed, water, scoop, and spend lots of time playing with your cats, and send you updates after every visit so you know they are safe and happy. I also seem to have a special talent for winning over shy and nervous cats - many owners over the years have been left amazed when I've sent them a picture of their normally anxious cats cwtched up with me - as you can see from the below reviews!

"Our ragdoll is usually shy around strangers but Harriet charmed her in no time."

"She doesn't really like strangers and prefers to stay away, so it was a pleasant surprise to see her being approachable and even asking for cuddles!"

"Before going away, I warned Harriet that most cat sitters never see my cat, who hides from strangers. So I was pleasantly surprised when I received daily updates from Harriet that not only had she seen my cat, but had actually managed to get her to sit on her lap!"

Please drop me a line with your dates - looking forward to hearing from you!

My Reviews

  • 2 Jun 25

    Rachel W

    Edinburgh

    Harriet was very communicative and took great care of our cats while we were away

  • 10 Feb 25

    Jen B

    Edinburgh

    Reliable, responsive, and a natural with cats! Our ragdoll is usually shy around strangers but Harriet charmed her in no time. We really appreciated the updates and clear communication, and look forward to inviting Harriet back in the future. Thanks again Harriet!

  • 22 Jan 24

    Tim L

    Edinburgh

    Excellent as always - easy to sort things out, sends frequent pictures, and gets along really well with our cat. Definitely book Harriet if you need someone to look after your pets while away!

  • 31 Oct 23

    Tim L

    Edinburgh

    We've booked Harriet before, and would book her again - she really gets along with our cat, and is great at sending updates on how Vizi is doing. A+

  • 21 Aug 23

    Justyna K

    Edinburgh

    Harriet looked after out cat for 6 days. She was great, every evening she sent us detailed updates, pictures and videos. She informed us if there was anything potentially worrying about the cat. From the videos we could see that our Poziomka was happy, she liked Harriet and trusted her. I would book Harriet again next time :)

  • 9 Jun 23

    Bruna D

    Edinburgh

    Harriet was very kind, she took great care of our cat. She doesn't really like strangers and prefers to stay away, so it was a pleasant surprise to see her being approachable and even asking for cuddles! She liked having Harriet around, which was unexpected! Harriet sent photos and videos every day, so we were able to relax and enjoy our holiday :)

  • 8 Apr 23

    Valentina C

    .

    Peace of mind guaranteed. Will definitely book Harriet again!

  • 13 Mar 23

    Tim L

    Edinburgh

    Harriet was amazing, and great company for Vizi while we were away. Sent amazing pics and videos to let us rest easy, and got along really well with our cat. Definitely book her if you can!

  • 8 Mar 23

    Alice C

    Edinburgh

    Harriet has been purfect, she sent me daily videos and updates of Leo and when I came back from my trip he wasn't so upset with me for being away (it's a first!) - 5 ⭐️

  • 1 Nov 22

    Emily F

    Leith

    I really recommend booking with Harriet. I felt at ease when I was away knowing Felix was being looked after so well. Lots of updates and great communication throughout!

  • 18 Oct 22

    Hayley M

    Edinburgh

    Harriet has been great, the cats love her and always feel much better going away when we know she’s looking after them :)

  • 27 Aug 22

    Margaret M

    Edinburgh

    It was great to have Harriet look after Hana again! Good communication and a content cat.

  • 14 Jul 22

    Luiza Q

    Edinburgh

    Harriet is always a sweetheart! Takes good care of Bram and always send updates. I highly recommend her!

  • 28 May 22

    Julie N

    Edinburgh

    I left my highly anxious lockdown cat for the first time. She is timid and never aggressive. Harriet met Rose a few weeks prior, Rose hid. Upon research, this was not enough. Friday at 7pm I get an angry message that left me in tears. Rose scratched Harriet's ankle on Thursday but she didn't tell me. Went back Friday, both scared in their body language from the video. Harriet's tone to Rose was angry from entering my flat. Dog walker friends shocked at Harriet's manner. The message opened, "I have posted your keys. I will never go into your flat again." My key posted without water being filled in the bedroom or litter tray emptied. Said she wasn't the problem, it was Rose. Rose swiped Harriet on Thursday, I SHOULD have been told. I'd have sent my Dad on Friday. Rose deserved better.

  • 23 May 22

    Sarah M

    Edinburgh

    Harriet took great care of Chip, send regular updates and was flexible when my plans changed.

  • 19 Apr 22

    Alexis U

    Edinburgh

    Harriet has been great with our cat Chouquette, very accommodating and professional!

  • 14 Oct 21

    David R

    Edinburgh

    Reliable, friendly and courteous. Thank you Harriet for looking after Tipps, for putting up with the new key situation and for sending me little videos was while I was away. I came home to a chilled and happy Cat.

  • 9 Aug 21

    Luiza Q

    Edinburgh

    Harriet was a great cat sitter for Bram. The communication was great, she came a few days before to meet me and Bram and get the keys. While I was away she always sent updates and I came back home to a healthy and happy cat. Thank you, Harriet! :)

  • 24 Jun 21

    Iris

    .

    Before going away, I warned Harriet that most cat sitters never see my cat, who hides from strangers. So I was pleasantly surprised when I received daily updates from Harriet that not only had she seen my cat, but had actually managed to get her to sit on her lap! Thank you Harriet for allowing me to come home to a very relaxed and happy cat! And I was also kept happy with daily updates.

  • 3 Feb 21

    Mark B

    London

    Harriet was great! She came by to meet the cats beforehand and made sure they were well-fed/watered!

  • 27 Sept 20

    Helen B

    LONDON

    Came back to a happy cat who got lots of belly rubs by the looks of it! Harriet easy to contact and sent updates :)

  • 21 Sept 20

    Evi C

    London

    I am just happy I chose Harriet to look after my Diamanto when I went on holidays. She sent videos of my cat and updates, I will certainly book Harriet again!!

  • 5 Aug 20

    Anya L

    London

    Harriet did a great job of taking care of my flat while I was away. She was friendly and professional when picking up the keys / being advised on my cat's routine. She also sent me daily updates which was much appreciated, will definitely book when I'm next away.

  • 27 Jul 20

    Helen B

    LONDON

    Harriet sent updates to let me know how Mouser was getting on and also helpfully flagged and offered to help solve a potential issue with the flat (ants), Mouser was a happy chap when I got home.

  • 29 Jan 20

    Lale A

    London

    Harriet has been taking care of my cat Arthur for a couple of months now every time I had a trip. My cat simply adores her and she is very sweet, caring and responsible. We never had any problems with her and thanks to her I always had a peace of mind when I was away. I'll for sure use her services when she's available and highly recommend her.

  • 3 Oct 19

    Gary w

    london

    Harriet was very nice and I felt very comfortable leaving her in my home. She sent me daily photos while I was away, which was very reassuring. I would definitely recommend Harriet and will use her again in the future. Thank you Harriet.

    Gary

  • 5 Jul 19

    Elizabeth White

    .

    Harriet looked after Izzy for me recently. She did a great job, she communicated well and Izzy was happy and relaxed.

  • 14 May 19

    Gemma O

    London

    I felt completely at ease knowing Tabitha was being well looked after. Harriet sent me daily updates, and I returned to a happy, relaxed cat.

  • 6 May 19

    Melisa C

    LONDON

    Not reliable, poor communication --------------- Cat Sitter Response --------------- I was disappointed and surprised to receive this negative review, but grateful to Cat in a Flat for giving me the opportunity to respond. As I have been able to clearly demonstrate to them with screenshots, I sent photo and video updates every day of this sitting. The claim of poor communication and unreliability seems to be based on a misunderstanding when it came to returning the keys. Having kept hold of them after my last visit to Rufus, in case there were problems with the journey home which would mean I would have to feed him again, I was asked to put the keys through the letter box. I did so, assuming this meant the letterbox at the building's entrance, which indicated it was for all of the five or so flats inside. Unfortunately, it turned out that Melissa had wanted me to come inside the building and post them through her flat's door. I of course apologised for the mixup. However, the instructions did not make clear that there was a distinction to be made between the two letterboxes, and so I believe it is unfair to imply I deliberately failed to do what was asked of me, or to conclude that I am unreliable. I would just ask potential clients to take my other consistently positive reviews into consideration when deciding whether to book me!

  • 20 Oct 18

    Maureen M

    London

    Harriet looked after Flo beautifully and sent lovely updates. Recommended.

  • 20 Sept 18

    Sara S

    London

    exceptional service. Harriet definitely knows her way around shy cats! She communicated with us immediately after our bookings and came in for a meeting before the scheduled date to familiarise here’s with the our kitty. She also communicated regularly during the booking and sent regular photo/video updates of our cat. I felt so lucky to have landed with such a professional and cat loving person for my first cat sitter.

  • 29 Jul 18

    Alice R

    London

    Wonderful sitter! Felt totally reassured and relaxed knowing our cat was in great hands!

  • 24 Jul 18

    Joe Z

    Hertford

    Happy about Harriet, and will ask her to sit again in the future. Recommended!

  • 9 Apr 18

    Chloe T

    Hertford

    Harriet was great, very reliable and we really appreciated the photos so we knew all was well at home :)

  • 30 Nov 17

    Soelene J

    London

    Harriet communicated very well during the period she looked after my baby cat and sent me photos every day. Grea job.

  • 18 Jul 17

    Karen M

    London

    Harriet took good care of Basil & Rosie as usual.

  • 22 Apr 17

    Raphaelle J

    London

    Everything went smoothly with Harriet who take care of my dear Joystick while I was away for the weekend!

  • 3 Mar 17

    Rica R

    London

    Great cat sitter. Harriet kept me up to date about my kitty. Thanks for looking after her.

  • 28 Jan 17

    Michael M

    London

    Harriet was reliable and did a great job looking after our cats.

  • 23 Jan 17

    Alice G

    London

    Harriet was really great! She sent us text updates every day and our cats seemed to really take to her and were very happy and well looked after when we returned. I would definitely use her again and recommend her to others.

  • 12 Aug 16

    Victoria G

    London

    Harriet gave us such peace of mind when we went away. She throughly checked everything through with us before we left, and then sent regular updates, including photos. We came back to a clean and tidy house and a very happy looking cat. Would thoroughly recommend Harriet as a cat sitter, and will definitely be using her again!

  • 5 Aug 16

    Ceylan Y

    LONDON

    Harriet was an amazing cat sitter. She took really good care of my cat and kept me posted with sending me photos. My cat was absolutely unstressed about my long absence. Thank you Harriet!

  • 28 Jun 16

    Laura L

    London

    Harriet did a great job of looking after our cat Barbara for 10 days. We met with her beforehand so she could meet our cat & we had daily updates whilst we were away. We returned to a happy cat & would throughly recommend & use Harriet again!

  • 13 Jun 16

    Andrew

    .

    Thanks Harriet - our cat loved you! We appreciated all the photo & video updates too.

  • 2 May 16

    Charlotte B

    London

    👍🏻 thanks for looking after our monsters!

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