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About
I treat every pet like they are my own! Loving care
Of course love animals but love when I know a family knows their pets are being well taken care of and that it give them a sense of peace.
Overview
Hired 35 times
1 similar job done near you
Background checked
2 employees
12 years in business
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2016
Services offered
Type of animal
Dog
Cat
Fish
Bird
Requested services
Giving food and water
Taking pet outside
Providing companionship
Changing litter or bedding
Work location
I travel to my customers
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, work quality, and punctuality.
Exceptional 5.0
19 reviews
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Marsha G.
Feb 9, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
OMG if I could give Linda a 100 stars I would. I have a huge cat mess at my house and Linda just dealt with it with ease. So thankful I felt easy to leave my cats and go on a small vacation with my grandson.
Details: Cat • 6 pets or more • Dispensing medication • Changing litter or bedding • Giving food and water • Standard visit (60 minutes) • My home, venue, etc.
Pet Sitting
Judy U.
Dec 29, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
Linda watched my 5 cats over the holidays. Most loved to see her come to the house, they're cats! We don't mention the ones hiding under the bed, but she sat next to bed and talked to them too!.
Very friendly, professional, and loves animals. I'll definitely use Linda again to care for my kitties.
Details: Cat • 5 pets • Giving food and water • Changing litter or bedding • Dispensing medication • Short visit (30 minutes) • Two times a day • My home, venue, etc.
Linda Ratcliffe's reply
It was my pleasure. Thank you very much!
Pet Sitting
Kim R.
Nov 18, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack
Wonderful! Linda cared for my cats as if they were her own. I have an old, sick, diabetic cat and she kept in contact with us each day, sometimes twice daily letting us know how my cat was doing. Linda even slept with her on the couch when she wasn't feeling well. A true pet lover, Linda is highly recommended!
Cat Sitting
Miranda S.
May 4, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
Linda was an excellent sitter. She was quick to respond to the request, and was available to start promptly. She came to meet my cat before I left, even though it was short notice. She always spent a good amount of time playing with my cat when she came to visit, and made sure the cat got her exercise and treats! I also requested that she send me photos & updates when she went, and I appreciate that she took the time to do so. I would definitely recommend Linda to watch your pet.
Cat Sitting
Pamela G.
Nov 22, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
I was worried because I had never met Linda, but she came over twice before we left town and met our girls. She has a rapport with dogs. We have two Great Danes and she took very good care of them.
Dog Sitting
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Linda Ratcliffe
FAQs
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I usually go to the clients house a few times before the start date to let the pet and myself get yo know each other.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I know a lot of families don't like to put their pets in a kennel when they have to go out of town ( as I also don't ) so it is nice to have someone you can trust come into your home and give your pets love and care while they are away and not have to worry.
One thing I heard one time was be a best friend to your pet until the end!
