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We always had dogs and cats when I was growing up so I'm comfortable with having…
Papamoa
Papamoa is a beachside Tauranga suburb that continues to see huge growth in population. It has some stunning homes that make for awesome house sits – and they’re ideally placed with the beach close by.
Papamoa has many great places to eat out and also to shop, with the Papamoa Plaza shopping mall having a variety of stores to choose from. Another great aspect to Papamoa is the Papamoa Regional Hills Park, which is a perfect option for people to run, walk and sit and marvel at the beauty of the Western Bay of Plenty.
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 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.
Hi there! My name is Graeme and I am a retired police officer. I have an affini…
Hi there! My name is Graeme and I am a retired police officer. I have an affinity with large and small pets. I presently have a very boisterous border collie who requires long walks, so walking dogs is not an issue in fact it is an enjoyment. I am fortunate to have family who care for our dog when I come to look after your pets. I have completed several house sitting positions and have references to verify that I am more than capable to carry out any duties required. I am a neat and tidy non smoking single mature male and I will carry out any assignment with utmost diligence and treat each home as if it my own. I am a keen gardener , so lawns and gardens will be maintained in good order. Thank you for taking the time to consider my online profile and I hope to hear from you shortly. Warmest, Graeme.
Hi, I would like to care for your pets and look after your house. I am an exper…
Hi, I would like to care for your pets and look after your house. I am an experienced house sitter and love all animals. Animals are relaxed and happy in my care and will get lots of cuddles and love. I am a New Zealand Citizen and hold a current/valid A1 NZ Police clearance and a private security (C of A) license. I work as a full time senior Security Supervisor - I am also trained in Health & safety and also fire prevention. I am a quiet uncomplicated person and enjoy camping, tramping, caring for animals, birds, plants, gardening, reading and watching movies. I am honest and respect people’s privacy. I am clean living and very tidy. I do not drink alcohol or smoke. I am energy conscious so don’t leave unnecessary lights on and don’t use dishwashers etc. I like to travel around the country and always I welcome opportunities to housesit out of the City. I never have anyone ‘visiting’ when I am housesitting and prefer to stay "at home" and watch movies, work on my laptop and read. When looking after homes and pets I consider them as I would my own. I am particularly fond of rural settings and farms, and I am familiar with the care of horses, sheep, pigs, and cows and poultry. I understand peoples need to leave their homes and pets in the best care possibleand with someone who is genuine and trained in matters of fire & safety. I am able to offer: - A fit, mature person who will remain remains with your pets and will respects your home like my own. - Someone who is currently employed in a senior security capacity (qualified and certified) at a well known Auckland Unitec, so you can be can be assured that your home, pets, garden, garage, cars and all your assets are safe and secure with a trained and licensed security professional living there. - I am easily contactable and traceable. (Please consider the referrals on my profile) I am able to meet with you to discuss things at a time that best suits you and please feel free to call me or send a text message. One other thing - I have a self contained camper so if someone preferred to have someone look after their home & pets but not actually live inside the house, then I would be happy to stay in my camper, (a VW Crafter - so not huge) - as long as I had an area to park it. I would only require access to a shower and toilet. This arrangement may suit some people better. kind regards, Clive
Hello.. I am a healthy, fit person, retired with plenty of time to spend looking…
Hello.. I am a healthy, fit person, retired with plenty of time to spend looking after your home and pets. The joy of enjoying a variety of pets and animals draws me into Housesitting. I am mature, clean, enthusiastic and enjoy life, I have had a variety of cats and dogs. Animals are fantastic and I love them as they bring us so much joy.. They will be well looked after. As well as your home. Your instructions and requirements are a priority to me. You can be assured everything will be left in excellent condition and your pets will indeed have a new and loving friend.
Hi there! My name is Sarah and I am have returned home to NZ after spending 2.…
Hi there! My name is Sarah and I am have returned home to NZ after spending 2.5 years travelling around England and Europe. Whilst away I provided live in care for the elderly and met some lovely people whilst touring the UK. Upon my return to NZ my brother and I have since sold our family home of 43 years leaving us without a home to which a friend has suggested we try house sitting. I have no children or partner and enjoying my independence very much and wish to continue seeing and connecting with people and places throughout NZ. I am honest and reliable, almost to a fault, and believe in treating others as I wish to be treated. I also have an enormous respect for other people's property as I understand how hard one has to work to attain such things. As for your pets .... once upon a time, many moons ago, I wanted to be a veterinary nurse and so completed a 2 year certificate in General Animal Science. I have spent time helping out at Auckland Zoo but alas have never actually obtained work as a vet nurse. I am also an avid photographer and would love to practice pet photography on your lovely fur persons. I also practice yoga and love to bake, but not all at the same time as it can get a bit messy. My brother is also a sitter with the Housesitting Company and sometimes I like him to join me for a few days so that we can catch up with one another. Thank you for considering my profile and I do hope to hear from you and your furry family members shortly. Warmest regards Sarah.
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.
We are both in our early 70's and recently retired. We have always had a dog …
We are both in our early 70's and recently retired. We have always had a dog and cats while our 4 children were growing. Now they all have their own family of animals both dogs and cats that we have grown to love, and when they go on holiday, we care for them. As well as grandparent duties around the country, which of course includes caring for their pets, we enjoy travel, do lots of reading, gardening and have fun cycling around the various cycleways in our local area. We would welcome the opportunity to care for your pets while at the same time enjoying time in your community. We are proud home owners and enjoy time spent in our large garden. We guarantee your privacy while caring for your home and pets.
I am a gypsy by heart - happy to live out of a suitcase and explore my own backy…
I am a gypsy by heart - happy to live out of a suitcase and explore my own backyard (since the world is shut off). I am an animal lover so much so I am even vegan. I love the outdoors and going for walks/ hikes in my spare time. I started house sitting about 5 years ago for various friends and friends of friends who had heard about me. My presence has made angry cats learn how to love. I have looked after cats (up to 6 at a time ) & dogs in the past so I am very experienced when it comes to being around animals. As well as this, other experiences include catering to large quantities of animals. An example of this is when I volunteer at a cat rescue whenever I am in Auckland. If I were chosen as your house sitter, you would find your home cleaner than the way you found it and your pets looked after and loved in your absence.
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 am a caring and responsible person. I have been teaching for the last 29 year…
I am a caring and responsible person. I have been teaching for the last 29 years with positions of responsibility but have decided to take a years refreshment leave to explore NZ and have a break from the classroom. I love animals, cooking, gardening and reading. My husband is an ex dairy farmer, he now develops weather software and enjoys surfing as much as possible. Our three children have finally fled the nest so we have some time for ourselves. We own our own home, so know how precious this is and would care for other peoples places as if they were our own. Over the years from being on a farm we have had many animals and know how to care for them and the responsibility this involves. It is so nice to be able to go away and know your animals are happy in their own environment at home We are both in our 50’s, don’t smoke or drink, and respect the privacy of other peoples lives.
I am 67 but still feel like I’m in my 40s. I enjoy keeping fit. I hike, swim, …
I am 67 but still feel like I’m in my 40s. I enjoy keeping fit. I hike, swim, love walking my daughter's labrador on the beach most mornings, l paddle board when condictions are right and practise yoga. As a child I grew up with Ponty the dog then Kim a Golden Spaniel, we also had Whiskers the cat. They were my buddies and were part of the games we played in the back yard. My biggest love was horses and my dapple grey horse called Centennial. John has a love for all animals too and grew up with Shep the border collie, in his adolescence he had pigeons . I volunteer for Riding For The Disabled and absolutely love it. The difference you see in the confidence of the children that are participating is very heart warming. We are confident with handling farm animals. I love animals any size, colour, hairy, bald, old or young and especially their individual personalities. Our first house sitting experience we looked after Ian and Debbie Shuttleworths house and rescue dog named Heney for 6 months while the owners went back home to England. The second was sitting a friend's house Dean and Nancy for the winter while they were in Australia. We will respect your property, keep the yards tidy, mow lawns etc, most importantly the house will be kept spotless and the pets will be loved as if they were our own.
Hi. We are Hazel and John and have owned dogs and cats for over 40 years and n…
Hi. We are Hazel and John and have owned dogs and cats for over 40 years and now find ourselves without any pets so would love to have the opportunity to spend time with your cat or dog. Our spaniel and ginger cat died last year and we are a little lost without them as we both love walking, and walking a dog is very social - everybody stops and talks. We understand animals grieving whilst their owner is absent and we would spend lots of time with them to calm them down. We are also used to giving dogs any pills as we have previously had King Charles Cavaliers who needed medication, plus we have also owned two beautiful labradors so are happy with larger dogs. We are both in excellent health, and, although we have grey hair don't be fooled by our lack of energy. We live, by choice, in a retirement village with our own villa and have taken over our part of the garden much to the relief of the gardener! so we would be more than happy to water any plants as instructed. We would treat your home like our own, with care and consideration. Both John and I love a quiet life although we are involved in such things as U3A, Probus, Gardening Groups, Lions, Mainly Music (for preschool children), Choir and I do hand bell ringing (at least I try)! We are also avid readers and I like painting. I hope this gives you some idea of who we are and we look forward to hearing from you.
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
Hi, I'm Natasha and I am currently on a sabbatical and travelling around New Zea…
Hi, I'm Natasha and I am currently on a sabbatical and travelling around New Zealand which is such a blessing at this time. This allows me to take on house-sitting opportunities anywhere and gives me the time to work on personal projects, namely writing and online study. The great plus for those entrusting me with their pets is that can spend time with them during the day too vs going off to work. I have had plenty of experience looking after my own pets and others both in NZ and overseas. I love animals, I have a fur baby of my own which lives with my sister now as I have been travelling for the past couple of years and now making my way around NZ. I have been a house owner for a couple of decades so am house proud and love to keep a clean tidy house. I have since sold my house allowing me the freedom to move around as I am called. Look forward to connecting with you should this be a mutual fit :)
Hello! My name is Samuel and I am a responsible and retired teacher. I have exp…
Hello! My name is Samuel and I am a responsible and retired teacher. I have experience with house sitting in diverse places such as cities, villages and rural lifestyle blocks. My hobbies include walking, enjoying nature, photography and reading. You can rely on me to lovingly care for your pets. I have enjoyed caring for a variety of pets, including fish, dogs, cats, chickens and parrots during house sitting assignments. Your pets will enjoy my company just as much as I will enjoy theirs. I will be in your home most of the time and care for it as if it is my own. I will deal with all emergencies and keep you informed while you are away. I can also take and fetch you from the airport and keep you updated by email. My aim is to give you complete peace of mind regarding the security of your possessions and the welfare of your pets so that you can enjoy your time away. A written check list will ensure your instructions are carried out to the letter. I have glowing contactable references from many house owners who have trusted me with their homes and pets. I am tidy, frugal in my use of water and electricity, a non smoker and have experience in pool maintenance and dog training. I have been a dog handler and cat breeder. I see house sitting as a community service to owners whose homes would otherwise be vulnerable to criminal invasion. It also gives me the opportunity to travel and befriend animals. Feel free to call my referees who will vouch for my honest character and skills as a trustworthy house sitter and pet minder. Looking forward to meeting you and your pets. Kind regards, Samuel Hartman