About Gem's Cats
Gem’s Cats is a friendly mobile cat and pet care service based in Lincoln, created and run by Gem, for almost 12 years. My experience of caring for cats, pets and their owners extends to 23 years. With animal care knowledge, hands-on experience and relevant qualifications behind the service, we have grown into much more than cat sitting, offering trusted support for cats, small pets and exotic pets across Lincoln and the surrounding areas.
The service includes cat day and overnight sitting, pet feeding and care visits, pet taxi transport, cat enrichment visits, cat walking and outdoor enrichment, emergency cat care and cat grooming. Alongside the care services, I also run helpful local cat communities and support projects, including the Free Foodbank For Cat Stuff Lincoln UK group, Lincoln Cat Club and the Cats Of Lincoln UK Facebook group.
Spread The Cost
To help make regular care more manageable, we also offer monthly payment options where suitable.
This can be especially helpful for owners who book ongoing visits, regular support, repeat services or longer care arrangements, allowing costs to be spread in a more convenient and predictable way.
Monthly payment options are designed to make reliable cat and pet care easier to plan around, while still making sure your pet receives consistent care, attention and support.
This can give owners extra peace of mind, knowing that regular services can be arranged in a way that works around both their pet’s needs and their household budget.
Cat Caddy of Goodies
The Premium Cat Visits Caddy is packed with thoughtful extras to help visits feel fun, comforting and enriching for your cat. Bringing along toys each visit keeps playtime exciting by introducing new sights, smells and textures, helping prevent boredom and encouraging natural hunting behaviours.
we also carry spare poo bags and a litter scoop, so there’s never any worry if supplies run low while you’re away. For particularly nervous or anxious cats, a gentle calming spray can help create a more relaxing environment and reduce stress. We love introducing cats to new experiences too, such as natural Silvervine leaf – a safe, enjoyable alternative to catnip that many cats adore.
Keeping brushes close by means we can groom cats who enjoy it, helping us build trust and creating a calm, positive bonding experience. And of course, we always have a stash of tasty treats on hand to help make friends with shy cats, reward good behaviour and simply give your feline companion a little extra spoiling while you’re away.
Cat Services Add Ons
To make each visit even more enjoyable, we also offer a lovely selection of optional add-ons that can be included alongside your cat’s usual care.
These thoughtful extras include tasty treats, warmed cat milk, Cat-uccinos, cooling frozen treats and comforting hot water bottles, giving you more ways to spoil your cat while you are away.
Practical care options are also available, including nail trims, foam dry shampoo and professional de-shedding treatments to help keep your cat comfortable, clean and well-groomed.
For something a little different, you can even add a personalised cat canvas painting created by your own furry artist. Simply choose the extras that best suit your cat’s personality, preferences and care needs when arranging their visit.
Call Gem's Cats Today On 07758 703 767
I’m super proud to say I’ve looked after just over 300 customers cats with a 5 star review rating.
Meet The Team
My team are all Cat People Experienced in carrying out cat visits to my highest standards, insured, trustworthy & reliable.
I manage our reliable team, closely: pre, during and post their cat visits, providing them with the key and all other information collected on and needed for your cats routine, etc. I always set up a WhatsApp Group Chat so we can all be in touch ensuring nothing gets missed, sharing photos and videos of your cat’s visit, asking and answering any questions.
Please do message me if you would like any specific information or if you would like to meet the Gem’s Cats Team in person, we can always arrange a Meet & Greet.
My aim is to give that joy, comfort and companionship back to the cats I look after, while also helping to build a friendly, supportive community for cat owners and animal lovers across Lincoln and the surrounding areas.
…Having owned and cared for cats throughout my life, I feel incredibly lucky to now do my dream job every day, providing trusted cat care services with kindness, patience and genuine understanding. Gem’s Cats is built around the joy, comfort and companionship that cats bring into our lives.
My aim is to give that same care and reassurance back to the cats I look after, while also helping to build a friendly, supportive community for cat owners and animal lovers across Lincoln and the surrounding areas.
Previous Roles Include
- Vet Nurse Assistant
- Veterinary Hospital Night Patient Care Assistant
- Zoo Keeper Assistant
- Professional Pet Sitter/Dog Walker
- Licenced Animal Care Technician
- Cattery Assistant
- Falconer
- Pest Control Technician
- Animal Husbandry Carer
My experience has been built through a wide range of professional animal care roles, helping her develop the knowledge, confidence and practical skills behind the services offered by Gem’s Cats.
qualifications include
- Day Course in the Basics of Cat Grooming
- Animal/Pet First Aid
- Feline Tellington Touch Massage
- National Diploma in Animal Management
- A Level 2 & 3 in Animal Science
- Various Animal Behaviour & Training courses
- Certified Professional Pet Sitting Course
- Level 2 Diploma in Small Animal Care
- The Truth About Cats Certificate
I am DBS checked with no criminal records and have a full clean driving license. I also have Pet Sitting Business Insurance.
…I am experienced in carrying out Gem’s Cats services to the same high standards, regularly assisting with cat visits, full-day sitting and overnight cat care. My hands-on experience includes administering medication, including insulin injections, as well as supporting cats with bathing, nail trimming and their general day-to-day care.
Alongside my experience with cats, I have also cared for rodents and parrots, giving me a broad understanding of different animals, personalities, routines and individual care needs.
…I am experienced in carrying out Gem’s Cats services to the same high standards, regularly assisting with cat visits, full-day sitting and overnight cat care. My hands-on experience includes administering medication, including insulin injections, as well as supporting cats with bathing, nail trimming and their general day-to-day care.
Alongside my experience with cats, I have also cared for rodents and parrots, giving me a broad understanding of different animals, personalities, routines and individual care needs.
Alongside my role with Gem’s Cats, I also run my own pet care business, which I have built and managed for the past four years. This has given me further experience in providing reliable, professional and caring support for pets and their owners. I pride myself on bringing a calm, knowledgeable and animal-focused approach to every animal in my care.
…I am trained in pet nutrition and pet first aid, giving me a strong understanding of how important it is to care for animals safely, confidently and with close attention to detail. I have also owned cats throughout my life and currently have four cats of my own, so I understand just how individual every cat can be, from their routines and personalities to their little quirks and preferences.
Alongside my role with Gem’s Cats, I also run my own pet care business, which I have built and managed for the past four years. This has given me further experience in providing reliable, professional and caring support for pets and their owners. I pride myself on bringing a calm, knowledgeable and animal-focused approach to every animal in my care.
…For the past two and a half years, I worked for a large pet care company, where I gained valuable hands-on experience supporting pets and their owners every day. During this time, I formed strong bonds with the animals in my care and developed a thoughtful, professional approach to providing reliable and trusted pet care.
When the company I worked for sadly closed, I decided it was time to take the next step and create something of my own. This led me to launch my own pet care business, built around reliability, kindness and a genuine love for animals. My experience, caring nature and professional background are qualities I am proud to bring to the team.
…For the past two and a half years, Hannah worked for a large pet care company, where she gained valuable hands-on experience supporting pets and their owners every day. During this time, she built strong bonds with the animals in her care and developed a thoughtful, professional approach to providing trusted pet care.
When the company I worked for sadly closed, I decided it was time to take the next step and create something of my own. This led me to launch my own pet care business, built around reliability, kindness and a genuine love for animals. My experience, caring nature and professional background are qualities I am proud to bring to the team.
These roles have given me valuable experience caring for animals with different temperaments, needs, and routines while maintaining high standards of welfare and safety. To further develop my knowledge and skills, I completed diplomas in Animal Care at college. For nearly three years, I have also successfully run my own dog walking and pet sitting business independently.
…From a young age I also helped on farm establishments, gaining experience with a variety of animals and learning the importance of responsible animal husbandry. Over the years, I have built extensive hands-on experience caring for animals in a range of settings where I assisted with the care and welfare of native wildlife, and throughout my working career I have worked in multiple dog boarding kennels and catteries.
These roles have given me valuable experience caring for animals with different temperaments, needs, and routines while maintaining high standards of welfare and safety. To further develop my knowledge and skills, I completed diplomas in Animal Care at college. For nearly three years, I have also successfully run my own dog walking and pet sitting business independently.
…Over the years, I have gained a wealth of hands-on experience caring for a wide variety of animals. I have volunteered with several animal-focused establishments, from wildlife rehabilitation settings to zoological centres, giving me valuable experience with animals of different species, temperaments and individual care needs.
I went on to study Animal Management, including kennel and cattery management, which helped me develop my knowledge of animal welfare, daily care routines and the importance of providing a safe and comfortable environment for every animal.
…Over the years, I have gained a wealth of hands-on experience caring for a wide variety of animals. I have volunteered with several animal-focused establishments, from wildlife rehabilitation settings to zoological centres, giving me valuable experience with animals of different species, temperaments and individual care needs.
I went on to study Animal Management, including kennel and cattery management, which helped me develop my knowledge of animal welfare, daily care routines and the importance of providing a safe and comfortable environment for every animal.
I bring a calm, caring and reliable approach to my work and understand how important it is for pets to feel safe, comfortable and understood while their owners are away. I always take time to get to know each animal’s personality, routine and individual needs so I can provide patient, thoughtful and personalised care.
…Over the years, I have gained a wealth of hands-on experience caring for a wide variety of animals. I have volunteered with several animal-focused establishments, from wildlife rehabilitation settings to zoological centres, giving me valuable experience with animals of different species, temperaments and individual care needs.
I bring a calm, caring and reliable approach to my work and understand how important it is for pets to feel safe, comfortable and understood while their owners are away. I always take time to get to know each animal’s personality, routine and individual needs so I can provide patient, thoughtful and personalised care.
…My love of cats is a huge part of my everyday life. With two cats of my own, I understand just how protective owners can feel and how important it is to know their cats are being cared for properly, kindly and with genuine attention.
My love for cats is what led me to start my own pet care business. I wanted to offer the same level of care, patience and respect that I would expect for my own cats, making sure every cat I look after is treated as an individual with their own routine, needs and little quirks.
…My love of cats is a huge part of my everyday life. With two cats of my own, I understand just how protective owners can feel and how important it is to know their cats are being cared for properly, kindly and with genuine attention.
My love for cats is what led me to start my own pet care business. I wanted to offer the same level of care, patience and respect that I would expect for my own cats, making sure every cat I look after is treated as an individual with their own routine, needs and little quirks.
I chose to become a pet carer because I genuinely love spending time with animals and helping them feel happy, safe and well cared for while their owners are away. For me, pet care is much more than simply a job; it is a career built around compassion, trust and a genuine love for animals.
……I am trained in pet first aid and dog behaviour, giving me the knowledge, skills and confidence to manage a wide range of situations calmly and responsibly. I always make each pet’s wellbeing my top priority, taking the time to understand their personality, routine and individual care needs.
I chose to become a pet carer because I genuinely love spending time with animals and helping them feel happy, safe and well cared for while their owners are away. For me, pet care is much more than simply a job; it is a career built around compassion, trust and a genuine love for animals.
Reviews
Gemma is a real ‘cat lady’ and does a fantastic job of looking after our 5, very individual cats. We have 3 rescued feral kittens, 2 of which are super shy & timid – Ollie & Bob and the darling wee ‘Dot’ from the same farm, who for some reason, isn’t as shy or timid! Plus we’ve the 2 adults, Nellie (Senior House Cat) & Mowgli – ‘The Mighty Hunter’ They all have quite different needs with care and Gemma makes sure each is looked after. Gemma sends us pics as updates and keeps us informed. Reliable, trustworthy and cat knowledgeable too. I know our furry kids are in capable, and more importantly, genuine caring hands with Gemma. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her and have already booked Gemma to come stay again with our cats.
Gem is absolutely amazing. She took the stress out of leaving the cats as we knew they would be in good hands. We received so many pictures and updates it was amazing. Our cats have been truly spoilt and we have returned to two very happy kitties. She is just a wonderful lady and I can not recommend her service high enough!
Gem was absolutely amazing! We couldn’t recommend her enough. We wanted to find an alternative to a cattery and Gem’s pet sitting service was perfect. We had lots of communication and updates on Pickle including photos and videos which helped us feel at ease. Pickle instantly took to Gem, and enjoyed a lot of attention and playing time throughout the stay. We are so glad we found Gem and will definitely be using her pet sitting services again in the future!
I can’t even begin to explain how Gemma’s service has transformed our Christmas. Having pets is just like having small furry children isn’t it ? But we can’t take them away to spend time with family for obvious reasons and leaving them seemed selfish and mean at Christmas. But then I discovered Gemma’s cats and she put my mind at rest and she has kept us updated with funny pictures and has spent time with them and they’ve had new treats and toys and cuddles and time spent with them. She is amazing and her business is professional and friendly and her knowledge and skills have totally helped me relax. Thankyou so much xx
If you need a cat-sitter in Lincoln, Gemma is the person to go to! Utilising a perfect balance of professionalism and friendliness, she has made my trip away anxiety free. With photo and video updates of my cat, I haven’t had to worry once and I know she is getting all her needs met. Videos Gemma has sent me prove that she is a natural with animals, to the point that I think my usually reserved cat will be disappointed when I’m back and Gemma is not making her daily visits. A huge bonus that Gemma was available to care for my cat over the Christmas holidays too. I can’t recommend her enough and I will be using her again in the future.
