Happy fur-ever after: Sophie & Harvey's story
In December 2024, Sophie and Harvey welcomed Murphy — their one-year-old Cockapoo — into their lives. Described as “gentle, cuddly, and playful,” Murphy had never been left alone before. With travel plans on the horizon, Sophie and Harvey wanted to ensure he’d stay happy, safe, and comfortable — right where he belonged: at home.
A trusted solution from day one
A friend recommended FurPetVo, and it immediately resonated. “We liked the sound of it — I did not want to put Murphy into a kennel at such a young age,” Sophie shared.
The couple signed up with furpetvo.com early in the New Year and began preparing for a family trip to Scotland in May. With plenty of time to craft their pet listing and explore the platform, they felt confident and supported in finding the perfect sitter.
Finding their perfect match
When they discovered Ella — a local, verified sitter based in Hampshire — they reached out for an introductory chat. Soon after, Ella visited for a relaxed dog walk with Sophie, Harvey, and Murphy. Murphy warmed to her instantly.
As their first sitter, Ella took the time to walk them through how FurPetVo works — answering questions, sharing tips, and building trust from the start. It was clear: this was the perfect match.
“Ella was brilliant throughout the stay — she kept us updated regularly so we didn’t need to worry, and sent lots of photos so we didn’t miss Murphy too much. She also looked after our home with great care and respect.”
A holiday full of surprises
Murphy adored Ella so much that, as soon as her first sit ended, Sophie and Harvey invited her back — this time for their late-September trip to Corfu, Greece.
“We were certainly keen to have her back!”
While soaking up the Greek sunshine, something magical happened: Sophie and Harvey got engaged. They couldn’t wait to share the news with Ella — and with Murphy.
But when they returned home, they walked into the sweetest welcome imaginable.
“We came home to an amazing amount of decorations, balloons, and banners — all so thoughtful! There were flowers and a custom card featuring Murphy’s face, wishing us a very happy engagement and a happy ‘fur-ever’ after. It was truly heartwarming — generous, personal, and deeply meaningful. Coming home from holiday has never felt easier.”
More than pet care — it’s peace of mind
“It’s the best way to get pet cover for a young dog,” Sophie said. “Murphy immediately feels at ease with Ella, which allows us to relax on our trip without any worries. We certainly wouldn’t have enjoyed our holiday as much if we hadn’t had Ella return.”
The connection didn’t end with the sittings. Sophie and Harvey stayed in touch with Ella and even shared updates — including Murphy’s first birthday celebration.
“We whipped up some peanut butter & banana pupcakes — just as delicious for us as they were for Murphy! We celebrated his day with a long walk, a special meal with his favourite humans, and lots of presents. He’s one very spoilt boy!”
Looking ahead — together
Now, Sophie and Harvey can’t imagine traveling without FurPetVo — or without Ella.
“Murphy would really love to see her again!”
With more trips planned for next year — and possibly another furry friend joining the family — they know they can count on furpetvo.com to make every adventure worry-free.
