• Vurruvalve operates in Viljandi, Tallinn, and Harju County.

Why Your Pet Deserves Care in Their Own Home

From day one, Vurruvalve has built its service around an approach that prioritizes your pet’s well-being and emotional balance. Years of hands-on experience have shown just how important a safe, stress-free environment is for every animal.


The comfort of home helps pets feel secure

An owner’s absence is always an unexpected change for a pet, but staying in a familiar environment makes it much easier to cope. Known scents, daily routines, favorite resting spots, and familiar sights help your pet remain calm and understand they haven’t been abandoned.

This is especially important for cats, who are highly territorial. A new or unfamiliar environment can, in the worst case, lead to stress, refusal to eat, or even health problems.

Dogs tend to be more adaptable, and often they are. Still, in practice, I often see that familiar walking routes, cozy resting areas, and usual routines create a much calmer experience than moving to a new environment. This results in less stress, better sleep, and quicker bonding with the caretaker.


Why changing environments can be risky

When pets are placed in unfamiliar surroundings, especially without familiar faces nearby, they may react unexpectedly:

  • Becoming anxious or overstimulated
  • Attempting to escape
  • Hiding or getting into unsafe areas
  • Showing aggressive behavior due to stress

Avoiding these risks is one of the main reasons Vurruvalve provides care directly in your pet’s own home.


Quality pet care starts with a stable, safe environment

When I come to care for your pet at home, I can fully focus on:

  • Their individual needs
  • Following your instructions
  • Maintaining their daily routine
  • Ensuring home safety
  • Activities that reduce stress

This approach ensures the best possible experience for your pet, creates a calm and reassuring care period, and has repeatedly proven effective in practice.

Additional services

€10 per service (one-time fee)
Additional services include:
• key exchange
• nail trimming for cat(s)
• administering deworming medication to cat(s)
Key exchange means that the caretaker collects the keys separately before the care period or returns them afterward. No additional fee applies if keys are handed over during the introductory visit or delivered by the owner. Deworming medication (to be provided by the owner) and nail trimming are only carried out, and charged for, if they can be done safely and without causing stress to the cat.

In-home pet sitting

€30/visit (up to 1h)
€85/24 hours
We offer pet care exclusively in the pet’s own home. We firmly believe that a familiar home environment is the safest and least stressful option for animals. When the owner is away, a familiar space and a trusted caretaker help the pet feel calm and secure.

For daytime visits, it is possible to agree on a longer care duration or a custom solution based on your needs. The price for 24-hour care includes professional pet sitting services as well as full responsibility for the well-being of your pet and your home throughout the entire care period. During overnight care, the caretaker stays in your home and looks after your pet(s) strictly according to your instructions.

The price includes interaction with the pet, feeding, administering medication or supplements, walks, and all other agreed-upon tasks. The caretaker also ensures that your home is left in the same condition as upon arrival. If needed, we can assist with small household tasks such as watering plants or accepting courier deliveries. Naturally, we provide regular updates on how the care is going, in a format that suits you (photos, videos, or written updates).

Meet and greet

FREE
To build mutual trust, the caretaker will visit you and your pet(s) at an agreed time before the care period begins. During this meeting, we can assess whether the service is suitable for the pet, the owner, and the caretaker. It is also an opportunity to discuss all important details, go over care-related locations in the home, share instructions, and, if desired, hand over the keys. If it becomes clear during the introductory visit that the service does not feel suitable for any reason, both parties are free to decline further cooperation.

Melissa Lisel

Dog Whisperer & Caregiver

I have been an animal lover my entire life, with dogs holding a particularly special place in my heart. In 2024, I developed a strong desire to better understand and support dogs. This led me to Nordic Dog Trainers, where I am currently studying dog behavior, body language, and emotional balance under experienced professionals in the field.

Although my studies are still ongoing, I genuinely feel that I can already support both dogs and their caregivers by helping them better understand one another and create a more harmonious everyday life. In my work with dogs, I place great importance on an ethical approach, understanding, and patience.

I decided to become a Vurruvalvur out of a deep love for animals and a desire to help dogs feel as safe and secure as possible, especially in stressful situations. As an added bonus, working as a Vurruvalvur allows me to closely observe and deepen my understanding of canine communication.

Eleryn

Pet Companion & Caregiver

I’ve had animals in my life for almost as long as I can remember. As a child, both my sister and I had our own parrot, which was one of my first experiences learning to care for another living being. I truly believe that animals have much to teach us – empathy, patience, and unconditional love. At home, I share my life with my cat Käbi and my dog Pluto, who bring joy and warmth to every day. I’ve also volunteered at an animal shelter, an experience that strengthened my passion for caring for animals and making their lives better.

I joined Vurruvalve because I love helping where I can. While I work as an engineer in my day-to-day life, I enjoy reading, going to the gym, and maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal time.