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Kathleen
Hello e Ciao I'm Kathleen, a recently returned Wellingtonian. I've been living …
Masterton
People are drawn to Masterton because of its location in the wonderful Wairarapa and its facilities for families and people of every age. One of the great visitor attractions in Masterton is Queen Elizabeth Park, which is claimed to be the best park for children in New Zealand. For a different type of park, head to Pukaha National Wildlife Centre where you’ll learn about conservation work in a forest that’s home to kokako and kaka. Back in Masterton, there is the Wairarapa Museum of Art and History, and also New Zealand’s museum of sheep and shearing, The Wool Shed. And then if you’re keen for the vibe of a bigger city, Wellington is under two hours’ drive away.
Hello e Ciao I'm Kathleen, a recently returned Wellingtonian. I've been living …
Hello e Ciao I'm Kathleen, a recently returned Wellingtonian. I've been living abroad in Europe often working as a live-in Nanny for several families over long periods of time until a few months ago. I have so much experience looking after children and their homes while parents are away. I also had a Dog, Chase for 18 years. He was a gorgeous German Shepherd who bought so much joy to us growing up. I also had a one-eared sausage dog Pedro in Italy! He was the funniest little thing and playful like a toddler. I've taken care of Cats in the families I've Au-paired for as well as guinea pigs. I see housesitting as a great way to keep life interesting and change lifestyle quite often. I'm very used to doing this thanks to my years in Italy and Turkey. I prefer to live alone at the moment also and for this reason housesitting is a very appealing option while I save for my own place. Im a quiet, tidy and house proud lady..no noisy parties to worry about with me! I have many excellent references here and abroad whom you are welcome to call or email. I treat others homes and pets as my own which means they're very well loved. Please contact me for more info and to meet.
Kia Ora! I love exercising dogs and cuddling cats! Leave me with your house, lo…
Kia Ora! I love exercising dogs and cuddling cats! Leave me with your house, loved ones and I will attend to them like yourself. Take comfort in enjoying your break with confidence all in order when you return. I'm Emily in my mid 30's, single and a non-smoker - available to house and pet sit for you city wide - ideally near the sea or bush where I can take your loved animal for regular exercise. I’m a responsible, church-going Christian and a female professional. Able to work from the city or from home if required. Even love to leave a treat in the fridge for you when you return. Emily
I’m a professional in transition to nursing, based in Wellignton, have been li…
I’m a professional in transition to nursing, based in Wellignton, have been living with a friend and would like to house sit to give him some space. I lived in Christchurch from 1995 to 2017 and would like to housesit when I'm down there. I love animals and they seem to love me as well. I’ve been working for the Wellington Hospital since 2018 and am rostered for night shift at least until end of February 2021. For a hobby I enjoy cleaning and tidying up my living space and going for long walks. I also have been trained as a professional cleaner who enjoys spring cleaning, including ovens. So, I’m available for cleaning as well.
I am wishing to housesit in order to explore and gain a feel for different envir…
I am wishing to housesit in order to explore and gain a feel for different environments, in preparation for my OE. Housesitting is also a convenient way for me to save during this time. I have housesat recently for three weeks; I thoroughly enjoyed the quiet and freedom, and I tended to and respected my host’s house just as if it was my own. I am an animal lover and always look forward to meeting new pets. I have had a lot of experience living with them, primarily past family cats and neighbours’ animals. I have spent less time with dogs more recently however I adore their loyal and good-natured attitudes. Home-owners can expect that I will treat their homes with the same care and attention that they would. They can also rest assured that I will tend to their pets dutifully and kindly.
Hi there, how are you? I’m Julia, really happy to e*greet you. I'm a PhD stu…
Hi there, how are you? I’m Julia, really happy to e*greet you. I'm a PhD student with the Department of Psychological Medicine at Otago University, but based in Wellington. I love animals, but don’t have any of my own [and rentals rarely allow them]—studying gives me a flexible schedule with plenty of time for attention. My pet experience includes dogs, cats, rabbits, and goldfish—but, game for anything! Happy time for me includes reading, yoga, and cricket. My profile pic is my sister and me watching the Black Caps play in the semi-final of the 2015 World Cup—what a game [might have to update this now that we've played an even more epic match in the 2019 final!]. Every summer Saturday, I can be found cheering my nephews on the cricket pitch and playing with the dogs on the sidelines! I’m a quiet, relaxed person, who will care for your beloved pets and treat your home with respect. I look forward to meeting you :)
We are 66 and 72 yrs, involved in golf croquet, bridge, Bushy Park Wildlife Sanc…
We are 66 and 72 yrs, involved in golf croquet, bridge, Bushy Park Wildlife Sanctuary (Board member) and the Association of Administration Professionals NZ. We walk a lot, ride e bikes, enjoy reading and are keen gardeners. We have travelled a lot overseas but would like to revisit a lot of areas in NZ in our retirement. For the past 12 years we have done 25 home exchanges mainly in USA, Australia, England, Italy, Belgium, Austria and Ireland. Some of these involved looking after pets as well as owners' homes. Our most recent house sits were for three weeks in Cairns in 2016 looking after Angel, a shitzu, 2 weeks in Christchurch looking after two shitzus; four weeks in Toowoomba, Brisbane in 2017 looking after a bichon called Geordie, 2 weeks in Whanganui looking after a Labrador, Sienna and KC the cat; and in Palmerston North, NZ looking after 2 bichons Maisie and Maggie in 2018 twice; and a Bichon and shitzhu and Burmese cat in New Plymouth, 2 labs in Te Puke in 2019 and a boxer in Christchurch for 3 weeks in 2020. All were gorgeous and loved going for walks, going out in the car and playing ball in the park. We have had cats over the years and more recently looked after our adult sons' dogs; a cavoodle and a heading/pointer cross. We have also looked after cocker spaniels and labradors. Graeme is particularly fond of border collies and we would have one except we have a small section. I have been employed as a PA at the local hospital for the past 25 years and on a casual contract on project work. We are both now retired; Graeme is a handyman type and maintains our house and garden to a high standard. We have built and landscaped two homes, taking pride in keeping them well maintained. We are reliable, clean, honest and caring of pets. We are happy to take your dog(s) for walks and out with us in the car if they like car trips. We would look after your home as you would and you can be reassured things will be left as we find them. We are happy to talk to and play with your pets, mow lawns and water gardens if needed. We will keep you informed by email while you are away of how your pet is. We hope that you will consider us as your potential house and pet sitters.
My name is Ratna and I am working as an administrator in Wellington. I am origin…
My name is Ratna and I am working as an administrator in Wellington. I am originally from Indonesia and have been in New Zealand since 2010. I am an honest, responsible, and trustworthy person. I love cats and in my spare time, I love to get out and explore, go for walks, etc. I want to house sit because it is an opportunity for me to meet new people and enjoy a new place and possibly care for some cats that I never been able to have my own. I also like helping people, so get to help someone out that's in need of a reliable sitter, it will be a win-win solution. I have experience housesits for my friend a couple of times with an adorable cat name New Sally. It was in Mt. Victoria, Wellington, and my duties were to keep an eye on the home and take good care of New Sally. The experiences were wonderful and I look forward to doing more housesits and meeting great people, and maybe with cats that need some love.
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.
Hi there! Our names are David and Tessa, 28 and 30 years old. We moved to Auckla…
Hi there! Our names are David and Tessa, 28 and 30 years old. We moved to Auckland a year ago and we are still in the stage of our lives where we do not need to settle. We love adventure, seeing new places and experiencing new things. By housesitting we can see different parts of Auckland and get a good feel for where we might want to settle a couple of years from now. Furthermore, housesitting gives us the joy of pets without holding us back from travelling. In the past year, we have done this by foster parenting for the SPCA and we have really loved it! As I (Tessa) am writing this we are actually housesitting and dogsitting for friends who are away in South Africa for a month. I have also gained quite a bit of experience pet and house sitting while living in the Netherlands. I had dogs come over to my apartment for periods of time or I would also housesit for their owners while they were away. I am still in contact with some of the owners as I grew quite attached to the puppies. Since I work from home I have more time to spend on things that I enjoy such as exercise, reading, keeping my house clean, loving animals and gardening. You can expect a clean well maintained home and garden, loved and cared for pets and a safe home because someone is there for most of the time. Also, we love taking photos so if you are worried that you are going to miss your furry children too much we are more than happy to send you regular updates through pictures and videos :) Warm regards, David and Tessa
We are a retired couple who have been housesitting for 2 years. We love meeting …
We are a retired couple who have been housesitting for 2 years. We love meeting new people and getting to know new neighbourhoods and have found housesitting a great enriching experience We have bought 7.5 acres of land and hope to build a new house soon. We have both worked in the travel industry in the past as well as in other industries and we are very house-proud and treat our client’s homes with respect and care We have been housesitting in the Manawatu, Kapiti Coast, Porirua and Wellington areas and would like to continue housesitting in these areas within commuting distance of our land at Pukerua Bay if possible. We are both animal lovers and most of our house sits have had animals mainly cats and dogs but we have also cared for chooks, cows, horses and sheep. We have had several repeats of rural property house sits.
I am a proud father of two amazing daughters, very respectful, mindful, clean an…
I am a proud father of two amazing daughters, very respectful, mindful, clean and tidy. I enjoy reading, research, nature, music, family time, yoga and simple living. I live a well balanced life of play, work, and love. Connecting with people and nature. I enjoy house sitting a lot i.e. mini holidays caring and living in other peoples/family homes. Learning to care for family pet(s) in greats locations. This is also a great opportunity to build my Life Coaching practice and business etc. If I am chosen to house sit your property you can expect that your home and pet/s will be well cared for, treated with love and consideration.
Hi there We are Claire and Pete and love housesitting. We are reliable and consi…
Hi there We are Claire and Pete and love housesitting. We are reliable and considerate people who enjoy animals as much as the outdoors. I am especially 'that' person who can't help but pat your dog when you're out for a walk or spend suspiciously long at pet stores.... Last year we looked after two very sweet cats Roy and Floyd in Wellington for one month and later in the year, looked after a golden labrador called King Mosi in Zambia for one month. This was followed by a number of pet sits in London that included looking after two bunny rabbits and then travelling to Gillingham in the South West of England to care for two very excitable dogs in the countryside. We then came home before Lockdown 4 struck in NZ. We will ensure every animal is properly walked, fed, watered and cuddled. We both work online too however your pets will always be my top priority. We enjoy the outdoors and going out for walks however in the winter we are definitely 'stay-in' people so your pets will get plenty of cuddles and play time. We look forward to meeting you and your pets! Nga mihi nui Claire and Peter
I am mature and trustworthy and enjoy house sitting while traveling in my motor …
I am mature and trustworthy and enjoy house sitting while traveling in my motor home. I have several clients whom I house sit for looking after cats and dogs and am comfortable around livestock. I enjoy property maintenance and have owned a hire-a-hubby business in the past. I enjoy looking after lawns and gardens as required. I am seventy years of age, physically fit and enjoy being occupied with chores as my age permits. I am a non smoker and social drinker. I am respectful and a clean tidy person and considered to be very caring in my everyday life.
Kia Ora, we, that is Kat (40), Andy (40) and our kids Finn (5) and Zoë (2) hav…
Kia Ora, we, that is Kat (40), Andy (40) and our kids Finn (5) and Zoë (2) have immigrated from Germany in 2013 (both kids were born here). We now live in our own house in Rolleston/Christchurch and would be delighted to take care of your loved ones and/or look after your property while you are on holiday, so we can get to know the country and have some time off as well. So far, we have done six house-sits (also through other housesitting websites). Our responsibilities included caring for cats, keeping the garden nice and tidy, and managing an AirBnB while the homeowners were away. While we don't have pets ourselves; mainly because we used to live in a city townhouse unsuitable for pets; we do love them and like to do stuff whatever is required to keep them happy and entertained. Kat grew up on a farm, so we are 'trained' in lifestyle animals as well. The pets need to be comfortable around kids though. They, in return, are also very gentle to them, as they had lots of exposure. We are non-smokers and now own a small house ourselves. It goes without saying that we will take good care of your home while you are away. Having kids, we would be home most of the day and only out for a few hours, so good for pets that need company. We look forward to getting to know you through a Skype interview and vice versa. Cheers, Kat, Andy, Finn & Zoë
Hi there guys! Great to be here. I am a respectful, soft-spoken and independan…
Hi there guys! Great to be here. I am a respectful, soft-spoken and independant person who loves new experiences, new places and animals. Being self-employed as a freelancer, I work from home. This allows me the time and patience, to intuitively and responsibly attend to your pets, home and garden to the best of my ability, with the utmost care and consideration. I have many years of experience in looking after Budgies, Parrots, Dogs and Cats, both as my own pets and the pets of others. My hobbies and interests are very broad and specific. However the main ones include poetry, literature, foreign languages, and contemporary music (1920s-1990s. In all honesty, I'm not a fan of commercial music that came after the year 2000 haha). Non-smoker, and always have been. I very much look forward to meeting you, hopefully house-sitting and pet-sitting for you, and answering any questions that you may have. Thank you! Isabella :)
We are a couple (Kiwi guy & Filipina girl in our early 30's) who have come to se…
We are a couple (Kiwi guy & Filipina girl in our early 30's) who have come to settle in New Zealand after living in Asia (Singapore, Bangkok & Philippines). Kat is an Interior designer by profession, loves art, watercolor painting, calligraphy and yoga. Kieran is a teacher and loves anything and everything coffee-related, history, politics, reading, rock climbing and connecting with people. We both love to travel and go on adventures. House sitting has given us the opportunity to be more flexible and open to new opportunities as we make a choice about where to settle and we've enjoyed exploring places around New Zealand we hadn't yet had the chance to explore. We've been house sitting for a few months now and we have really enjoyed meeting some fantastic people and spending lots of quality time with their pets. We are definitely animal lovers and have always planned to have cats and dogs of our own, but we have also very happily taken care of landlords', relatives' and friends' pets. We don't see it as a chore and it should be easy for us to love them as much as you do. If there are any special requirements or routines involving your pets, please just let us know beforehand and we'll do our best to make sure they're well looked after. We are a tidy and respectful couple, so you can expect your home to be well-taken care of. We are also firm believers in respecting privacy, so you will find your personal items exactly where you left them. We do not smoke and, preferring the quiet life, are not big drinkers or party-goers. We are easy-going people who are flexible and also easy to communicate with. We are sure you won't regret choosing us and we look forward to meeting you.