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About
You will find me to be a laidback, easygoing and trustworthy house and pet sitter. I have years of experience as both a home owner and a pet owner, as well as considerable experience house/pet sitting throughout the mid-Atlantic area. I've been awarded the "Best of Thumbtack" award both years that I've used it (2015 & 2016), and have excellent reviews here. I truly care about the animals and homes placed in my care and am respectful, responsible and honest.
House and pet sitting gives me the opportunity to spend time with other animals, and get to know new areas (whether it's here locally in Hampton Roads or in homes throughout the mid-Atlantic). As a pet owner myself, I enjoy offering other owners peace of mind when leaving their loved ones behind for an out-of-town trip. I know how important it is for me that my own kitty and, now, chickens (!) are safe and loved while I'm away, so I like that I can do that for other people, as well.
Overview
Hired 24 times
4 similar jobs done near you
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1 employee
17 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, PayPal, and Zelle.
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
My customers travel to me
I travel to my customers
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, professionalism, and work quality.
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Liz P.
Sep 10, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack
Megan is great! She cared for my two cats while I was on vacation, and proved to be reliable, caring, and trustworthy. She definitely has a way with animals. I adopted both cats from a shelter and they are often skittish around strangers, but they took to her right away.
Megan was also kind enough to come out and meet me and the cats a few days prior to the job without asking for payment for the extra visit. She even texted me pictures and status updates while I was gone, to let me know my cats were healthy, happy, and getting plenty of attention. I wasn't expecting that, and it was reassuring to see that they were doing well.
I will definitely hire Megan again, as well as recommend her to friends, for future pet-sitting needs.
Megan Zinck's reply
Thanks for allowing me the opportunity, Liz! I will gladly check in on them again! So sweet!
Cat Sitting
Andy M.
Mar 5, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack
Could not have asked for a better cat sitter while I was away! When I met her, it was clear that she had an innate love for animals and I knew my cats would be in good hands. She sent me emails giving me updates on what she did and how the cats were doing. I plan to use her services in the future and HIGHLY RECOMMEND her to anyone needing a pet sitter. Thanks again, Megan!
Megan Zinck's reply
Andy, it was such a pleasure! Thank you for allowing me the opportunity. I hope to care for Mara and Leo again soon. Best wishes!
Pet Sitting
Frank B.
Sep 6, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Megan text us photos of our cats which reassured us that our pets were being loved and taken care of.
Thank you Megan! We highly recommend appreciate you!
Kim & Frank Hampton, VA
Details: Cat • 3 pets • Giving food and water • Changing litter or bedding • Providing companionship • Standard visit (60 minutes) • My home, venue, etc.
Pet Sitting
George B.
Jun 2, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
Megan took care of our two cats while we were on vacation. She was great, providing updates and photos on a regular basis. Our cats were well taken care of and shown attention during each of her visits. She also cleaned the litter box and watered our plants. Can't say enough good things about Megan's dedication and reliability. Thanks, Megan, and we'll see you again next year.
The Butchers
Virginia beach, VA
Cat Sitting
Mary j.
Sep 5, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack
This was three cat and one house sitting. Returned after four nights to find the cats without any issues and totally indifferent to our return, a sign that they were each sufficiently indulged and taken care of in the way they would have liked while we were gone. House was more immaculate than when we left it. Megan is thoroughly professional and friendly. Finding her will allow us to do more traveling with more peace of mind, a problem solved.
Megan Zinck's reply
Mary and Chris, thanks again for allowing me to stay in your beautiful home and love on your cats. I look forward to returning in October.
Cat Sitting
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Megan Zinck
FAQs
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
A meet-and-greet is generally the first step, so that I can learn about you, your animals, their daily routine and any other important information, and so that you can learn about me and feel comfortable leaving your pets and home in my care. If it seems like a good fit, we'll get you on the schedule!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been trained in Pet CPR and First Aid, and plan to renew my certification in April 2015.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
For years, I have done house and pet-sitting, throughout the Mid-Atlantic, in exchange for accommodations. I love it so much, though, that I don't want to wait until I can travel to love on some other critters! So, I am doing it on the side locally.
