Our usual pet sitter moved away last spring. When it came time to prepare for our yearly vacation, we were in a quandary about who would be taking care of our beloved pets while we were gone. Having elderly cats, and fussy dogs, we knew kennels were not a good option. With the recommendation of our friend, we hired a neighborhood girl who seemed very knowledgeable in pet care. All went well with the pets, which was nice, but something did feel a bit off when we arrived home. Things were moved here and there, but we dismissed our concerns thinking that they must have been moved because of the pets. After a couple of days at home, we realized that items were moved and some even missing in several of our bedrooms. Despite our best efforts, we simply could not find them. My husband checked his “secret” hiding spot where he stashed his treasured collection of State Quarters and found that they were missing too. There was over $800 in quarters missing and when we confronted the pet sitter, she denied stealing anything. Sadly, with no proof, the police would not arrest her. This year we were much more careful about picking our pet sitter and contacted Care instead of using anyone in the neighborhood.

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Be sure to use the Care coupon code that is available at Coupon Cactus to receive a Free Background Check. You will also find a Coupon Cactus exclusive coupon for 10% off any order you place. In addition, Coupon Cactus members will receive a $20 Cash Back Rebate. Note: Coupon Cactus members must be a paid Care.com member, for 30 days minimum, to receive cash back for initial membership.

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My grandson is a typically rambunctious, willful and utterly delightful two-year-old. But as his grandma I get to go home when he gets tired and ornery. My daughter and son-in-law, who obviously don’t have that option, are finding the Terrible Twos to be a bit trying, especially after a stressful day at work. The strain of battling through a day at the office, then coming home to a combative two-year-old was taking its toll, turning everyone crabby. The solution, of course, was to get a babysitter and take a night off to recharge those parental batteries. Unfortunately, they had recently moved and didn’t know any reliable sitters. Sittercity to the rescue! 

With its demanding four-step screening process, Sittercity provides online access to reliable babysitters, nannies, senior caregivers, dog walkers, petsitters, housesitters and tutors. Using Sittercity’s comprehensive sitter profiles and video interviews, it’s easy to find a sitter you can trust. Sittercity also provides free access to sitter background checks for your complete peace of mind.

My daughter and son-in-law now enjoy a weekly date, secure in the knowledge that their son is happy and safe in the care of the babysitter they found on Sittercity. With Sittercity coupons on Coupon Cactus, they received 10% off their Sittercity membership and 10% off their order for services. Coupon Cactus members also receive a $20 cash back rebate with their initial Sittercity membership.

I benefit from Sittercity, too. With Sittercity petsitter coupons on Coupon Cactus I can visit my grandson more often. I always worried about boarding my pets in a strange kennel. Now a very competent Sittercity petsitter comes in to watch my two dogs when I’m away and everybody’s happy. My dogs get plenty of exercise and attention, and I get to play grandma more often!

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