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Albany
Albany is a place of growth in Auckland with new dwellings seeing an increase in people arriving to live in this popular suburb.
Auckland - North Shore
Auckland’s North Shore is a popular place for people to live in due to its stunning beaches, great shopping and cafes, places to walk dogs, and much more. The homes are a mixture of old and new, and there are plenty of sporting facilities. Another great aspect to the Shore is its variety of suburbs. For house sitters and homeowners, it is an excellent place to be, whether it is the seaside location of Devonport, or the beach vibe of Takapuna.
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Hi, my name is Erin. I am highly organised, motivated and reliable. I enjoy runn…
Hi, my name is Erin. I am highly organised, motivated and reliable. I enjoy running 2-3 times a week and going for walks. I had worked in the aviation sector for 16 years and was made redundant because of Covid-19. I'm heading back to University part time to complete a Paramedicine degree and working casually. This will give me the flexibility to pick the hours I work. I've just moved out of my flat of 9 years that I rented and loved. I have been a house sitter a few times for friends and have also looked after my parents house many times who have my 18 year old cat Oscar, that thinks he's a human. He is starting to go deaf and has dementia, but is still very noisy and rules the house. (Picture of him attached). We always had a pet when growing up. We rescued Romaria off the streets in Brazil (photo attached of her). We also had a German Shepherd named Layka (photo attached) but sadly we could not bring her back to New Zealand. I will treat your home as if it were my own. I will love your animals like they are my own and make sure they get lots of love and attention.
I'm available most of the time......giving you peace of mind and the animals wel…
I'm available most of the time......giving you peace of mind and the animals well cared for...feeling loved and secure I've been a house/pet sitter for almost 10 years off and on and really enjoy being able to help people find peace of mind when going away leaving their home and especially their animals with me giving them peace of mind when going away .....on I'm sure well deserved break...I've always grown up with animals ....at one stage 13 dogs with my grandparents on there orchard farm with beautiful fruit trees flowers that my uncle used to enter into flower shows competitions beautiful....he used to mix pollinate different flower colors and come up with these beautiful unusual colors which I'm sure won him the prize of the year beautiful dahlias and Rose's I remember all too well the smell of sweet peas....chooks birds pigeons his prize being the fan tails.....those memories always with me growing up and having compassion towards nature and animals ....I work as a dementia care worker for the elderly so very compassionate towards what is needed giving that same care to your home and pets I look forward in hearing from you warm regards NOLA I'm home most of the time.....over the holiday period ..
Hi! We're Danielle and Eamonn. We started house-sitting through family friends,…
Hi! We're Danielle and Eamonn. We started house-sitting through family friends, and found that we loved it! We love getting to know different suburbs and different pets. Eamonn is a massive dog lover (but Danielle won't let him get one yet), so house-sitting satisfies his canine cravings. Danielle is the cat lover in the relationship, so between us, we've got pets covered! Our motto is to always leave a house-sit better than we found it. Whether it's your pet, your kitchen or your garden you most need looking after, we are proud to always leave it happier, cleaner or greener than when you left. We are really grateful for every house sit we attend and understand that it is your home - so if you have any specific requirements (which most people do), do let us know. Let us know if you have any questions or need more information - we are always happy to help. Danielle and Eamonn
We always had dogs and cats when I was growing up so I'm comfortable with having…
We always had dogs and cats when I was growing up so I'm comfortable with having them around and looking after their needs. I house-sat for some friends and their two beautiful dogs over the winter of 2018 and decided I wanted to continue doing it for others. I'm a self-employed entrepreneur and can work online from anywhere. I enjoy the variety of moving around and experiencing different places. Because I work from home I'm able to be there a lot of the time to keep an eye on things and keep your pets company. I'm tidy, self-sufficient and responsible with other people's property. My motto is 'leave things the way I found them'. I look forward to meeting your beloved pets :-)
I am a 40 year-old professional, single woman, well-traveled, multilingual. I h…
I am a 40 year-old professional, single woman, well-traveled, multilingual. I have been in NZ for 14 years (I am an NZ citizen) and would love to own my house one day but we all know how hard it is to get into the housing market at the moment so I thought house sitting would be a great opportunity to both save money towards buying a house, get to experience living in various areas of Auckland and have the company of pets I would love to have myself, but can not afford at the moment (very hard to have pets when renting). I love animals, I grew up with animals and house pets (from sheep, cows, pigs and poultry to rabbits), we always had dogs and cats so I am very familiar to looking after almost any animal and enjoy their company very much. Personally, I am independent, mature, honest and responsible, highly organized, very clean and tidy, respectful and resourceful and can live out of a suitcase :) I am highly active and walking/running the dogs would not be a chore :) I grew up in a house, then owned an apartment, so I am familiar with looking after a house/garden/plants and animals. Please have a look through my references and feel free to call the referees who will be more than happy to provide you with more information about my character and skills as house sitter/pet minder. I would love to meet you and your pets and hope that you will consider me as your house sitter.
I am a fit, energetic and healthy retired engineer, non smoker and no alcohol co…
I am a fit, energetic and healthy retired engineer, non smoker and no alcohol consumption. English by birth but a New Zealand citizen. I have one daughter at new plymouth high school who graduates in 2020 and another daughter at wellington university. A daughter occasionally accompanies me to help with and pamper pets. I have a lifelong experience with cats, dogs and farm animals (but I don't own any at present). I have recently sold a small holding in Taranaki. My personal interests lie outdoors; tramping, skiing, diving, swimming ... anything outdoors. And there are many past hobbies that have fallen by the wayside over the years but occasional opportunities still allow me to participate: caving, rock climbing, sailing, hang-gliding to mention just a few. I am a clean, tidy, respectful, trustworthy and honest gentleman. I provide you with daily updates on your house and loved ones entrusted to me. I house sit overy the whole of New Zealand, mainly in the North Island but also occasionally in the South Island. I love the travel! Kind Regards Len
We love animals and since our beloved family cat Casey passed away last year we …
We love animals and since our beloved family cat Casey passed away last year we feel privileged and fulfilled by spending quality time with so many amazing pets from some of New Zealand’s most unique places though Housesitting. I (Zlata) am currently completing New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care (Companion Animal) which covers all aspects of animal care including health, hygiene, behaviour, and handling. I’ve gained the applied knowledge and skills to care for a wide range of companion animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents, reptiles, and birds, in a variety of settings including your home, pet shops, kennels, animal shelters and catteries. As part of my course requirement I’ve completed over 40 hours practical experience at Tauranga SPCA learning the best practices in the most rewarding yet challenging of environments, which has prepared me well to care for your precious companions while you are away. My partner Clinton and myself are committed to providing the best care and attention for your family pet while you are away, so you don’t need to feel any anxiety or stress about leaving. We treat animals as our own and pride ourselves on making it easier for you and your beloved pet(s) during your time away. We are in a very unique position to be able to live and work from remote places thanks to our internet business www.Interlike.app. Clinton’s daughter spent last year in Spain after finishing high school in Auckland where we rented the same house on Jervois Road in Herne Bay for the past 12 years, she is now about to start University in Wellington this year so we are ‘free birds’ so to speak while saving for our first home. We enjoy flexible work hours and can adapt to any new routine quickly and easily including caring for any special animal requirements. Clinton's background is in commercial film and photography, so if you enjoy being updated with cute videos and photos of your pet enjoying their daily routines then you are in for a real treat. We go out of our way to make sure animals are happy so capturing and sharing these special moments with you while you’re away is our heartfelt pleasure. We are truly grateful for all the pets we have cared for and the families we have helped thanks to Housesitting. Now we are both looking forward to hearing from you and learning how we can make a difference for your fur baby(s) too! Zlata & Clinton
I am a mature, responsible, single female NZ police detective. I have recently r…
I am a mature, responsible, single female NZ police detective. I have recently returned from working overseas. I sold my house prior to working overseas, therefore I'm able to move freely to various locations as required. I still own a holiday home on Rakino Island in the Hauraki Gulf. You will find I am very trustworthy, responsible, discreet and reliable. I am considerate and will be someone your neighbours will enjoy having looking after your property while you're away. I love all animals. I have owned a German shepherd in the past and my family have bred miniature schnauzers so I'm comfortable with large or small dogs. Similarly I love all animals from cats, birds, fish to pet rodents and farm animals. I maintain great fitness and happily go walking outside rain or shine. I also love being in the garden and will care for plants as required. I am very tidy and care for other people's belongings, home and property as if it were my own. I am happy to be available for any communication before, during and after housesitting especially if you need to give instructions or speak to your fur babies. My work is generally early shift (7am-3pm) or late shift (1-9pm) although sometimes varies from this. These inconsistent hours are beneficial to your home's security. Obviously security is important to me as a police officer. I looked after Australian police colleagues homes and Kiwi High Commission colleagues homes in Honiara while residing there for the year. This included regularly watering plants and ensuring the home was secure as well as feeding two dogs for one couple. The dogs were quite timid initially towards me however were confident and energetic towards me by the time their owners returned. I look forward to meeting you and hope I can provide some peace of mind for you while you are away.
Hi there, a trusty worth honest human, looking to leave a lighter tread on the p…
Hi there, a trusty worth honest human, looking to leave a lighter tread on the planet. I work from home and supposed to be travelling around the world teaching yoga right now but covid has changed a lot. To create my best work I like to be able live by myself, get out in nature and explore different areas. I housesat consistently for 2 years around 2014-2016 and am looking forward to doing this again since i am home in New Zealand. I love taking care of your animals, that's all the company I need. I have sat for & have experience with many different animals. Dogs = labradoodle, mini schnauzer, bernese mountain dog, border collie, boston terrier, wolf hound and jack russell, Cats = tabby kitten, burmese, persians, chartruese and more. Also have plenty experience with chickens, some house birds, rabbits and guinea pigs. I haven't had the experience of looking after horses or donkeys yet but I would love to and would love the opportunity. I grew up on a small farm, so all though its been a very long time, I have had some experience with stock and happy to learn if needed. I used to own a great dane, ridgeback cross until I left for overseas travel, so I am very comfortable with large breeds, he now lives with my best friend and her 2 boys where is well exercised, loved and I can see him anytime i'm in my hometown. I have always lived my life with the intention of leaving a profit, if I have the chance to housesit for you I will treat your home with love and respect and will leave it cleaner than I found it. Expect clear communication and reliability.
We would love to stay in your home and look after your pets, this is why we beli…
We would love to stay in your home and look after your pets, this is why we believe you should consider us We love dogs and cats and will give them plenty love and attention. We are a mature professional couple - just the 2 of us, no visitors or guests coming over. We are extremely tidy (see past references). We don't smoke. We will be respectful of your home and your privacy. I (Brigitte) will be working from home, so the pets will have company and be kept in the routine they are used to. We can come through and meet with you beforehand to make sure that both parties are happy. We have many contactable references. We are dependable, so you can go away without worrying about anything.
My name is Rodney and after many years of business ownership and a busy lifestyl…
My name is Rodney and after many years of business ownership and a busy lifestyle, it's time for me to settle down and enjoy all the wonderful things semi retired life has to offer me. I am a single gentleman who has had the opportunity to do some house sitting for several familys both here and overseas. I have begun to enjoy this experience, having the freedom to travel and explore different areas of our country and the islands with all the home comforts and without the accomodation bills! I have always owned and loved the company of pets however at my age having the full time responsibility of pet ownership is a lot to take on, house sitting gives me the opportunity to enjoy the comfort of a furry friend, and keeps them happy and active while their owners are away! I have had cats and dogs in the city and also spent a lot of time on a farm taking care of stock so I am comfortable with animals of all shapes, sizes and energy levels! At home I enjoy gardening and have always taken great pride in my properties, I love to cook and I keep a very tidy household and you will know that when I am looking after your home, I will treat it with respect. Your pets, property and plants will be well taken care of as if they were my own. I hope you think of me for your next house sitting opportunity, please feel free to look at my references and I hope to have the privilege of taking care of your property and pets in future!
Dear homeowners, We are a couple in our mid 30's. Born in Europe, Estonia but …
Dear homeowners, We are a couple in our mid 30's. Born in Europe, Estonia but for the last 9 years we've lived mainly in between Australia and New Zealand. We have joined the house-sitting family because it gives us a great opportunity to explore different parts of New Zealand while spending time with some amazing animals. Also, it feels good to help out busy homeowners who wish to take a break or holiday without having to worry about their pets and home :) We absolutely love animals and for a while we've wanted to get our own dog but due to our lifestyle it's nearly impossible at this stage. Looking after someone else's pet(s) is the second best thing to owning a dog. We've done house sitting in New Zealand as well as looked after our friends houses and pets all around the world - dogs, cats, Guinea pigs, rabbits and various avian species (parrots, chicken etc). We also have experience with looking after rescue dogs and think that there is nothing more rewarding than getting some love back from them. Growing up our families have owned dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, fish and even frill necked lizard. Looking after animals comes to us naturally, they truly are humans best mates. By choosing us to look after your home and extended family members we can assure you that both of them are well looked after. We would respect your home and care for your pets as they were our own. PS: As we both work from home it doesn't really matter whether your home is - in a city, suburban area or even in the outback. As long as you have internet access we are happy to help you out. Hope to hear from you soon, Simon & Marion
While I did my first house and pet sit back in 2014, it only became a full-time …
While I did my first house and pet sit back in 2014, it only became a full-time lifestyle choice for me in the middle of 2016. That's when I left my career in banking to pursue other interests/opportunities (first year spent doing a pilot licence, second year a bit of freelancing, and now I have my own business). While I have to confess my motivation for house/pet sitting was purely financial at first, I've come to love the lifestyle and my appreciation and enjoyment of pets has grown enormously. As far as my current work goes, I recently started a photography business. At this stage most of the work is from home administrating and growing the business. I'm out doing some photography myself from time to time but this is never more than 20 hours per week and typically much less. This situation works in really well with house and pet sitting because for the most part I'm around the house. A lot of my time is spent on the laptop or on the phone so I tend to have plenty of time hanging out with the pets. We make good company for each other. Over the past few years I've had the pleasure of looking after a wide variety of pets in a range of different situations. Dogs have been the most common but I've also looked after cats, rabbits, fish, turtles, donkeys, mini-donkeys, sheep, alpacas, pigs, and chickens, I have plenty of references now (more than this site will allow me to load on my profile) which I can send through on request. Some of them can be seen on my profile as endorsements. While I house sit alone, I do have a girlfriend who likes to come and stay sometimes. On average probably a couple of nights per week. I hope this is OK. I'm happy to provide links to my facebook, linkedin or whatever else will provide you the comfort to know that I'm a reliable and friendly chap. Any other questions, just ask.
My children and I lived on a 10 acre block in Waimauku for several years and car…
My children and I lived on a 10 acre block in Waimauku for several years and cared for a variety of animals including cats, dogs, hens, sheep, cows, and the occasional rabbit and duck! Because of Geoff's years spent at sea his opportunities to care for pets have been limited, but in his younger years his family owned cats, dogs and budgies. Geoff and I spend the summer months,October through to April, in New Zealand, which is when we are available for house sitting. We have a yacht berthed in Penang, Malaysia, and we are there during New Zealand's winter months. Geoff has spent nearly 13 years cruising in South East Asia, and I joined him in 2012. Geoff is a shipwright and is capable of servicing a wide range of appliances, machinery etc.He served in the New Zealand navy for 8 years and after leaving he worked as a commercial diver whilst building his first yacht. After sailing for many years in the Pacific, Australia, Africa and Europe, he settled in Brisbane, where he set up his shipwright business. He then built his second yacht and set sail for South East Asia. My previous working life involved a variety of positions, including working as a supervisor in a childcare centre in Waimauku, Auckland, and then as a sterile services technician at North Shore hospital in Auckland. I have two sons who live in the Netherlands and Belgium, and 1 grandson. Because of our lifestyle on the yacht we are organised and tidy in our habits. We enjoy exploring new environments, so house sitting promises to be a great way to meet new people, have some much-needed interaction with animals again, and reunite us with different parts of our country after being away for so many years. Although we are away from New Zealand at times, we are always able to participate in video calls via either Skype or What's App.
I am an American citizen. As a child I grew up in a family with a dog, part beag…
I am an American citizen. As a child I grew up in a family with a dog, part beagle. I sailed into New Zealand in 1980 on my yacht and immigrated. I am a permanent resident with a New Zealand drivers license. I lived and worked as an Occupational Therapist in New Zealand for many years. Since I lived on my boat I was available to house sit for friends. I’ve looked after dogs, cats, birds and pigs for friends. My husband and I were married in Pyes Pa, Tauranga in 1995. We continued our sailing adventures in the Pacific returning to New Zealand several times by sea. As we sailed around the world our trips to New Zealand were by plane. We returned to America due to my husband’s illness. He is now deceased. I wish to return to New Zealand for 5-6 months each year. As a retired person I can devote full time to the animals in my care. I am reliable, honest and conscientious worker who loves animals. I am in very good health and enjoy sailing, golfing, walking, reading and gardening. Having lived on a boat for the majority of my adult life I know the importance of being neat and tidy and keeping everything in its place.
Hey there, Our names are Maria (32) and Taylor (28). I (Maria) am originally …
Hey there, Our names are Maria (32) and Taylor (28). I (Maria) am originally from Liverpool in England and have been living in Auckland for approximately 5 and a half years. As a child, my sister and I had cold water fish and a rabbit called Sparkle as much loved family pets. Our extended family has always had dogs which I loved taking on long walks and playing with. House sitting, while helping us to save up for a deposit for a house, will allow me to look after animals again which I am looking forward to. I am a customer experience designer for Spark New Zealand where I have worked for almost 6 years. Taylor is from Auckland and has lived all over, from Piha to the North Shore. Since childhood, he has had many family pets, 5 cats, 2 guinea pigs, 2 budgies, 1 rabbit and currently a dog called Louis (an 11-year-old spoodle). Taylor is a freelance software developer and entrepreneur. He currently owns the business Joblist, which is a double-sided marketplace connecting people who need jobs doing around their house, with those willing to do the work and earn themselves some extra money. We are a caring and trustworthy couple who works hard and likes to relax in the outdoors. We also enjoy reading, watching movies and socialising with friends when we have some free time. We look forward to exploring different parts of Auckland and caring for loving family pets to give you peace of mind while you're on holiday. We are excited for any house sitting opportunities and look forward to meeting you :)