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Hobsonville
Hobsonville is a district that is undergoing much change with new homes going up quickly as Auckland evolves.
West Auckland
West Auckland has much beauty, with its proximity to the stunning West Coast beaches of Piha, Muriwai Beach with its famous Gannet colony, and Karekare being a great drawcard for people. There are also the breathtaking Waitakere Ranges to explore, whilst Kumeu has wineries for a great wine tour.
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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.
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.
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 :-)
Hi Everyone, My name is Trish I am an outgoing friendly mature female. I was bo…
Hi Everyone, My name is Trish I am an outgoing friendly mature female. I was born in Taupo, NZ, having spent most of my life living in Auckland with a couple of years here and there living in Western Australia and Melbourne. Since 2010 I have been studying part-time and working full-time, my goal in doing this is to progress towards a complete career change which I am slowly working towards. I love visiting people's homes, I am always fascinated by the architecture & design of a home, and the many varied ways of furnishing a home. When I look back on my life I realise that I have been a house sitter for quite a number of years dating back to when I was around 19, along with one of my best friends we looked after a house for an older married couple with children and pets that we knew that had gone away for a couple of days. I have had nothing but great experiences with past house sitting and looking after pets, children and occasionally the elderly as well. I grew up with 2 cats, a dog and goldfish, this experience has enriched my life in some many ways. I love pets having had cats and dogs of my own in the past. I am fairly quiet and I work regular hours in the CBD. Being quite a private person myself I am very respectful of people's privacy and belongings and therefore I would treat your pets and your home with the utmost respect. I appreciate the time you took in reading this, have a wonderful day. Kind Regards Trish
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.
Hi There, We love looking after pets of all shapes & sizes and have been doing …
Hi There, We love looking after pets of all shapes & sizes and have been doing so house sitting full time since February 2018. Having grown up in both urban & rural environments we are constantly asked to look after peoples pets & homes and if it wasn't for the need for us to relocate up to Auckland we would certainly be settled with some pets of our own. We moved up to Auckland to pursue some career opportunities which came up somewhat out of the blue and hence we have decided to make the move with only our suitcases to our name and house sitting enables us to save some money on rent and have fun looking after some wonderful animals. We have been together for over 8 years, originally from being swept up in the Rugby World Cup spirit in 2011, before following the All Blacks to England to defend their title in 2015, and we now have our eyes set on heading to Japan 2019 Rugby World Cup - hence our need to save our pennies! My girlfriend is obsessed with cats and loves playing with dogs and I myself one day dream of owning a Dachshund once we return to our home in the South. As well as getting to look after some amazing homes & animals house sitting also gives us the opportunity to see all corners of the Auckland and we are not afraid of a decent commute where necessary. We look forward to meeting you and your pets and hope that you will consider us as your house sitters. Many Thanks, Elliot & Sam
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!
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.
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
I have lived and worked in eight countries around the world, so enjoy lifestyles…
I have lived and worked in eight countries around the world, so enjoy lifestyles with a difference. I love cats and dogs, having had several pet cats over the years, and have looked after other people’s dogs and cats, from a sheltie, a husky rescue dog, to a couple of Airedale terriers, and several sizes in between. I live adjoined to stables, so am used to horses, as well. House-sitting appeals to me because it means that I can be of use to someone while at the same time enjoying a holiday in a pleasant environment and, hopefully, in the company of a few animals.
Hello, Ting here and I am from Singapore. I have been in New Zealand since Nov …
Hello, Ting here and I am from Singapore. I have been in New Zealand since Nov 2018, have worked in a strawberry farm, winery, plant nursery and woofed while travelling around New Zealand alone while i was on my working holiday visa. Now that I'm back working in corporate, would love to continue hopping around to different parts of NZ utilizing my company’s flexible working arrangement whilst enjoying the company of your pets! :) I'm not a party person, but a clean and tidy one, love animals and newbie surfer! Looking forward to meeting with you and your furries! Ting!
Hi. Super Clara here. I have been house-sitting for over ten years through priva…
Hi. Super Clara here. I have been house-sitting for over ten years through private contacts ( references available). I am a grandmother with a brood of two 9 &12;. I have just left a full-time position as a dental assistant/reception (13 years) for a slightly slower pace of life. I can do dental temping as and when I require within normal daytime hours but would not work during house sits ifit was not suitable . If the sit is well outside of Auckland, I have a little holiday. I also have a 7 M motor camper that allows even more freedom. I am extremely clean and tidy and would look after your pets as if they were my own. I have had experience with horses and chicken and can ride a quad motorbike to deliver hay to cows etc. I am prepared to travel outside of Auckland to more rural settings for longer times. I like to think that I am level headed and can cope with most situations that arise. Cheers Claire
Hi, my name is Morgan. I am a friendly, gentle and caring individual who enjoys …
Hi, my name is Morgan. I am a friendly, gentle and caring individual who enjoys business/ property investing, reading and coffee. I am a property manager who enjoys houses and caring for them. I would love a change of scenery and to help fund my new start up business where I can save on rent. I often house sit my mums place when I check on a couple properties I manage in Christchurch and thoroughly enjoy it (I reside in Auckland). I adore animals and caring for them especially being outdoors. In the past I have had a cat and my mum has a dog so having pets around is very comfortable for me. I like to keep the property immaculate and to ensure all tasks are completed and animals are happy. I enjoy living an active, clean and positive way of life and would love to be your next house sitter. Look forward to connecting soon.
My fiancé and I are looking to house sit for close to one year while our apartm…
My fiancé and I are looking to house sit for close to one year while our apartment undergoes remedial work. We are both working professionals based in Auckland with full time, steady and fulfilling jobs. In our free time we both enjoy cooking, keeping fit and travelling. Koshi is an avid soccer player and I would consider myself a novice yogi. We have previously housesat for colleagues, our friends and their pets, and home/pet owners we have met through Housesitters.co.nz. We enjoyed these experiences as for us it was a nice change of scene in addition to the opportunity to look after people's beloved pets. So far we have cared for several cats and a couple of dogs. - Vinny (black DSH), who at first took time to get to know of us but eventually ended up snuggling with us most nights, kneading his paws aka making bread on the bed and playfully attempting to bite our feet under the duvet cover. -Five Siamese; Sky, Schumi, Enzo, Pepsi and Misu. These cats live indoors so looking after them included changing several litter trays, feeding, and ensuring they were stimulated - this was done by feeding the birds outside so the cats could watch from inside and playing with them and their many toys. -Max, the dog, a Westipoo loved playing fetch with us, enjoyed going for long walks and slept with us at the bottom of the bed. -Django, a Staffy X, enjoyed at least one, sometimes two walks a day. Django had a set routine in the morning which we maintained whilst his owners were away. This included being fed and walked first thing. Over the four days we looked after Django we enjoyed playing many, many rounds of fetch along the length of the garden. Living in an apartment is not ideal for having pets of our own, therefore we relished these opportunities as we are both animal lovers. We have fostered two cats from the SPCA which works well in an apartment since they are not allowed outside. See the photo of Raspy (Tabby DSH) and Stevie (Grey/White DSH). We found this very fulfilling and hope to resume doing this in the future. I myself grew up around cats and dogs and so am familiar with how to care for family pets. Growing up, we generally always had two cats and two dogs; in the past we have had an assortment of animal breeds ranging from Ginger Toms, Siamese, a Persian, Staffies, Staffy X dachshund, Shiba Inu, Akita, Pomeranian, and Chinese Crest X Paillon. If chosen to housesit your property, we will take care of your home and furry friends as if they were our own. We are a clean, tidy, responsible and reliable couple who will appreciate your space and respect any house rules. We are great communicators and will keep you regularly updated with how your pets are going. We will walk your dog/s every day or more if required, as well as give your pets plenty of attention and affection.
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.
At present I am between houses and I enjoy animals. I was brought up on a farm …
At present I am between houses and I enjoy animals. I was brought up on a farm with a variety of animals and have had animals all through my family life including taking care of pets in various Childcare Centres including ponies, cows, sheep, hens, geese, cats. dogs, guinea pigs, pet rabbits, frogs, budgies and gold fish. I have housesat with pets for friends over the past 4 years. I will take care of your house and pets as if they were my own. I enjoy the seeing the changes taking place in the garden.