SIT NUMBER 41 HELLEVOETSLUIS, NETHERLANDS

Date: 24 June 2025 - 20 July 2025

Place: Hellevoetsluis, Netherlands

Sit: 1 very old and sweet cat and a corner house

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We found this opportunity through the Dutch platform www.huizenoppassite.nl.
After an introductory video call with Niekie and Rob, we quickly agreed on the sit.

We looked after Floris, a very old and sometimes incontinent cat. He was very cuddly and easy to care for. Niekie and Rob have a lovely backyard where Floris could wander around without the risk of running away—perfectly arranged for him, and with plenty of outdoor space for us as well. The weather was mostly nice and sunny during our stay, which was great for Floris too, as he could spend lots of time outside and do his business outdoors when he didn’t make it to the litter box in time.

We didn’t know this part of the Netherlands very well, so we enjoyed exploring the area on several days. We also took out another membership at a local gym. The contact with Niekie and Rob before, during and after the sit was very pleasant.

They asked us to look after Floris again for a month in 2025, but we already had other plans and confirmed sits, so unfortunately we couldn’t come a second time. Sadly this was not necessary anymore, because Floris died at age 17 shortly after our sit ended.

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Kirsten and Iwan looked after our elderly cat Floris this past summer, and they took such incredibly good care of him! He needed a lot of attention and support, and it was wonderful to be able to go away with complete peace of mind, knowing that his full care was in their hands.

Floris was incontinent, both urine and stool, but they handled everything perfectly—cleaning up after him and tending to all his needs without any issue. They also maintained the garden and mowed the lawn. Truly amazing people! The house looked immaculate when we returned as well.

To our great sadness, Floris turned out to be seriously ill, and we ultimately had to let him go. But thankfully, these lovely caretakers gave him all the love and attention he needed during the last weeks of his life, which allowed us to say goodbye without regret.

Thank you so much, also on behalf of Floris. 😘

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