Frequently asked questions about pet sitting in Kershaw County

Wateree Pet & House Sitter LLC is a licensed, insured, locally owned pet sitting and house sitting business in Camden, South Carolina, owned and operated by David "Chico" Morales, a retired law enforcement officer. We serve Kershaw County only, care for pets in your own home, and send a photo or text update after every visit. Call or text 803-373-0046 to set up a meet-and-greet.

No. We do not board dogs or any other animals, and we never take pets into our home or a facility. Every visit happens at your home so your pets keep their own routine, bedding and territory.

Yes. House-only property checks are $25 per visit in Kershaw County. We check doors and windows, walk the property for general condition, bring in mail and packages, help with trash day, and water plants. You get a written update after each visit.

Yes. Lugoff and Elgin are both inside our Kershaw County service area, along with Camden, Bethune, Boykin and the surrounding rural areas. We do not travel outside Kershaw County.

A standard $35 in-home visit includes feeding and fresh water, potty breaks and walks, playtime and companionship, litter box and crate cleanup, medication when clearly instructed by the owner, and mail, plant and trash help while we're there. Every visit ends with a photo and text update.

Standard in-home pet sitting is $35 per visit, not per pet. House-only property checks are $25 per visit. Livestock and more involved animal-care arrangements are $75 per visit when applicable; Chico confirms the rate based on care needs before booking. Home lockouts are $25 and vehicle lockouts are $35. Authorized Key Holder / Alarm Response is quoted.

No. Standard in-home pet sitting is $35 per visit, not per pet. Having more than one pet does not automatically put you in the $75 category. Livestock and more involved care arrangements are reviewed separately, and Chico confirms the rate before you book.

Yes. Livestock and more involved animal-care arrangements are $75 per visit when applicable. Care may include feed, hay and water, stall, coop and pen checks, a visual gate and fence-line check, medication when instructed by the owner, and photo updates. Chico reviews the care needs and confirms the rate before booking.

We keep your spare key on file in our key box under your name and respond to alarm-company or homeowner callouts. We meet responders or service personnel on site when appropriate, secure and lock the home afterward, and send you an update. It is a convenience service, not a security service.

No. Property checks and Authorized Key Holder / Alarm Response are not security patrols, intruder searches, armed response, private investigation or law-enforcement services. We observe and report property condition, secure doors and windows, and meet responders when asked. If a crime is suspected or in progress, we call 911 and let law enforcement handle it.

We do not offer overnight stays or boarding. We provide scheduled, 30-minute visits to care for pets in the comfort of their own homes.

A standard in-home pet sitting visit is a scheduled, 30-minute visit at your home. The fee is $35 per visit, not per pet. Additional time or livestock care is reviewed separately, and Chico confirms the rate before booking.

As general guidance, dogs often do best with 2–3 visits a day and cats with 1–2. The right number depends on your instructions, feeding and medication routines, and your pet's needs, and we talk through a recommendation when you book.

Owner David "Chico" Morales is personally involved in the care, supported by a small, trusted local team. We'll let you know who to expect when you book.

Yes. Visits follow your instructions and your pet's comfort level — some pets need patience and space before they warm up. Tell us about your pet's needs ahead of time so we can confirm the request before booking.

Yes. Wateree Pet & House Sitter LLC is a licensed, insured, locally owned South Carolina business, owned and operated by a retired law enforcement officer.

Yes, when it is clearly instructed by the owner in writing. Medication can be given when the owner provides clear written directions and supplies.

Yes. Plant watering, mail and package retrieval, and trash-day help can be handled during pet sitting and property check visits.

Call or text 803-373-0046, or email chico@watereesitter.com. We prefer to schedule a meet-and-greet at your home within 3–5 days of your trip so we can meet your pets and go over keys, routines and access.

As early as you can, especially around holidays and school breaks. Last-minute requests are welcome and we fill them when the schedule allows. We prefer a meet-and-greet within 3–5 days of your trip.