Ivy & Betty

Professional sitter with ample experience with pets

San Francisco, CA, US
111 Reviews

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Our experience

7 years

Have done numerous sits around the world. We love animals and have ample experience with a variety of cat and dog breeds, and have also looked after poultry, fish, and small animals.

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Reviews (111)

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Amy

Betty was very responsive and efficient. It was a short trip but she picked up on the details quickly and shared updates often. Thank you!

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San Mateo, CA, US · 30 Jan - 01 Feb 2024
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Sid

Ivy did a wonderful job of carrying for the cat and home on our recent two week trip. Very pleasant lady. We would have Ivy back anytime.

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Vernon, BC, Canada · 08 Jan - 24 Jan 2024
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Karen

Ivy was very reliable and organized. She was very respectful and trustworthy. Our dog was in good hands. I highly recommend Ivy to anyone looking for a

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Bedok New Town, Singapore · 28 Dec 2023 - 03 Jan 2024
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Eleri

Ivy stayed at our home for just under a week and took good care of our cats and our home. Thank you!

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Singapore, Singapore · 21 Dec - 28 Dec 2023
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Claudia

Most important to me was the care Lulu was given. I was very happy with her care. I appreciated the communication during my trip. She sent updates and

  • dog
Port Ludlow, WA, US · 03 Dec - 21 Dec 2023

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Ken

I would recommend this mother and daughter team to anyone. My pets were so happy when we were away. An old German Shepard who had recently underwent surgery and a fussy Persian cat. Their first priority is to make sure any animals are well cared for and happy. My home was lovely and clean, and pets happy and well fed upon our return. Betty made an authentic delicious Singapore meal on our return. What more could you ask for. Hopefully coming back in future to stay again.

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22 April 2016

About

Hello there! I'm Ivy and retired from a long career in philanthropy. My daughter Betty is a founder of a snack company that is based in USA and Singapore. Her background is in branding and marketing, with a global strategic outlook, and

Why we want to house sit

We love being immersed in different cultures of the world, not as a tourist but as a local. Have done numerous sits over the last 7.5 years and have travelled across 52 countries, and that has opened up lifelong friendships and adventures

Preferred countries

AfghanistanAland IslandsAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorra

Profile details

Age
Ivy 65+ and Betty 36
Occupation
Retired and former executive in philanthropy and Founder
Travelling
With a partner