Keep calm and adopt a goat: Megan & Kevin's story
When Megan and Kevin bought their 5-acre property in 2020, their vision was simple: create a loving home for their old rescue horse. They built a pasture and a horse shed—but it quickly became apparent that he seemed “pretty lonely.” Knowing that goats are often kept with horses to help them stay calm, and inspired by a family connection to a small goat dairy, they decided to adopt their first goat: Whitson.
“He has a great personality and was extra friendly with people right from the start,” Megan recalled—making him the perfect fit. As their animal family grew, so did their need for reliable, compassionate care when traveling. With a trip to Europe on the horizon, they began searching for a trusted solution.
An affordable answer to in-home pet care
“We decided to give FurPetVo a try, and we were thrilled!”
Prior to finding furpetvo.com, Megan and Kevin had been paying $100 a day plus tip for a house sitter. For 10-day trips, those costs added up fast. With annual memberships starting at just £119, FurPetVo was the perfect choice—it made travel more affordable while keeping their beloved animals safe and happy at home. “It’s a win-win!” they tell friends, delighted that sitters get to experience their beautiful home while caring for their pets.
Travel with total peace of mind
The couple enjoyed setting up their profile and sharing highlights of their home and pets. “When we set our final dates, we ended up finding a local family and were able to meet before the sit—which helped ease our ‘first timer’ nerves.”
But they needn’t have worried.
“We loved it!” they exclaimed. “The sitters sent us videos and photos of them with the animals—including a game of tag with Whitson the goat when he refused to go home for the night. When we got home, the animals were all really well taken care of—it was wonderful.”
Since joining furpetvo.com, Megan and Kevin have traveled to Ireland, Mexico, and Spain—all with complete peace of mind. “You get wonderful, engaged, and friendly people to take care of your pets, and the sitters get to experience how and where you live in a really grounded, authentic way.”
A “mutually beneficial solution” to pet care
After the passing of their beloved horse last winter, their family now includes two lively goats—Whitson and Georgie—and a lovable terrier named Memphis. FurPetVo continues to deliver the best of both worlds: dependable, affordable pet care and enriching experiences for travelers.
“The thing about goats is that you can’t stop smiling when you’re around them,” they explained. “Their playful curiosity leads them to explore their surroundings in unexpected ways—pawing at things, chewing on whatever’s nearby, and climbing onto anything new, including the car!”
Georgie, in particular, has become famous for his antics. “If Georgie was a human, he’d be a little punk skater.” He’s often seen headbanging on trees or attempting to ‘surf’ the wheelbarrow down the hill—his boundless energy and personality always keeping the family laughing.
Today, Megan and Kevin recommend furpetvo.com to friends and family as a joyful, stress-free way to travel while keeping pets safe and well-cared for. With more adventures on the horizon, they’re grateful for the peace of mind they’ve found—knowing they can enjoy their trips and come home to happy, thriving animals.
“It’s almost time to plan our next adventure!” they say.
