Happy Cats of Wellington Terms & Conditions
1. Rates & Services
30-minute visit – £10
Includes feeding, fresh water, litter tray check and clean, playtime, grooming, and companionship.
Second 30-minute visit (AM/PM) – £8
Extended visits (by prior arrangement):
45 minutes – £14
60 minutes – £18
Plant watering and bin/recycling duties are included in the above rates, subject to discussion at the introduction visit.
2. Additional Services
End-of-sitting light cleaning using my own Purdy and Figg cleaning products (downstairs hoovering, surface cleaning, bathroom/toilet clean, dishwashing, loading/unloading dishwasher) – £12
Welcome home care package (milk, bread, eggs, juice) – £10 (additional items charged at cost + £0.20 per item)
Laundry service (1 load: wash, dry, fold) – £10
3. Introduction Visit
A pre-booking introduction visit will take place the week before your holiday.
This allows me to meet you and your cat(s) and discuss:
Feeding routines
Behaviour, likes and dislikes
Litter tray care
Medical needs
Home access and security
This ensures your cat receives consistent, tailored care while you are away.
4. Insurance & Credentials
I am fully insured with Protectivity. I am a qualified nurse and health visitor registered with the NMC and hold an enhanced DBS check through my council employment working with vulnerable adults and children.
5. Keys & Home Access
A set of keys (front door and any required access points) will be collected at the introduction visit.
Keys will be securely stored for the duration of care in case of delays or emergencies.
Keys will be returned once you confirm you are safely home, either by agreed handover or letter box posting.
Alternatively, keys can be stored in a locked safe for future bookings or emergency use.
I accept no liability for loss or damage relating to keys once they have been returned or securely stored as agreed.
6. Payment Terms
A 20% non-refundable non-transferable deposit is required to secure all bookings. This confirms your booking and reserves your dates.
The remaining balance is due within 5 days of the final visit. An invoice will be provided.
Payment methods: bank transfer or cash.
Late or non-payment may result in refusal of future bookings.
7. Cancellations
Cancellations with less than 7 days notice will require a 50% non-refundable deposit at the next booking.
Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice will require full non-refundable prepayment at the next booking.
8. Visit Timing
Exact visit times cannot be guaranteed unless medication is time-sensitive.
Morning visits: 06:30 – 09:00
Evening visits: 17:00 – 19:30
Visits outside these times must be agreed in advance.
Each visit includes the full booked duration from arrival to departure.
9. Medical Care & Emergencies
I am experienced in administering medication, which will be discussed at the introduction visit.If your cat becomes unwell, I will:
Contact you wherever possible
Take your cat to their registered vet
Use Mount Vets in Wellington if out of hours
In emergencies where contact cannot be made, I will act in the best interest of your cat’s welfare and seek immediate veterinary attention.
You authorise emergency veterinary treatment up to £___ (please confirm amount at introduction visit).
All veterinary costs remain the responsibility of the owner and are payable directly to the vet. Please provide:
Vet details
Insurance policy information
Emergency contact nearby
10. Transportation
Transportation will only be provided in the event of a veterinary emergency.
A suitable cat carrier must be accessible at all times.
11. Vaccinations, Flea & Worming
All cats must be fully vaccinated and up to date with flea and worm treatments.
This helps protect your cat, my own animals, and other clients’ pets.
12. Feeding & Supplies
Please ensure sufficient food is available for the duration of care.
If additional food is required, it will be purchased and charged accordingly.
For frozen food, I will defrost the next portion as needed.
13. Treats & Water
Treats will be provided unless otherwise requested.
Fresh water will be provided daily. If your cat uses a fountain, please demonstrate its use during the introduction visit.
14. Play, Enrichment & Care
Each visit includes interaction tailored to your cat’s personality, including:
Play
Grooming
Affection (if welcomed by the cat)
All interaction is led by the cat’s comfort and preference.
15. Outdoor Access
If your cat has outdoor access, I cannot guarantee they will be present during visits. I will:
Call your cat during each visit
Remain for the full visit duration regardless
Monitor wellbeing where possible
I cannot accept responsibility for cats that roam, go missing, or are injured while outside.
16. Home & Property
While reasonable care will be taken, I cannot accept responsibility for:
Pre-existing damage or wear and tear
Accidental damage caused by pets (e.g. knocked items, spills)
Losses due to burglary, theft, or third-party entry
You are responsible for ensuring adequate home and contents insurance is in place.
17. Right to Refuse Service
I reserve the right to decline or discontinue services if:
The environment is unsafe
The cat shows extreme aggression
Conditions are unreasonable or not as described
18. Liability
While every reasonable care is taken, I cannot accept liability for:
Cats escaping when outdoor access is provided
Unforeseen illness or injury
Events beyond my reasonable control
19. Photography & Social Media
With your consent, I may take photographs of your cat for:
Updates during your absence
Use on my business social media. No identifying personal information will be shared.
If you prefer your cat not to appear online, you may opt out at the introduction visit.
20. Cameras & Monitoring
I understand some clients use home cameras.
I have no objection to being recorded during visits, however I ask that any footage is not shared publicly or on social media.
21. Data Protection (GDPR)
Client details are stored securely and used solely for the purpose of providing pet care services.
Information will never be shared with third parties unless required for emergency veterinary treatment.
22. Agreement
By booking my services, you agree to the above Terms & Conditions.
A signed copy will be completed at the introduction visit.
Thank you
Thank you for taking the time to read these Terms & Conditions. They are designed to ensure clarity, safety, and the highest level of care for your cat while you are away.
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