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Dull mature quiet responsible female non-smoker:Bay Area/Sonoma:Dec-Feb
Canada
Testimonials
They have 3 testimonials (view below)
Pet experience
Dog(s), Cat(s), Chicken(s), Bird(s), Fish, Rabbit(s), Guinea pig(s) – I’m happy to bathe dogs, clean paws, give medications, take pets to grooming and/or vet appts, clip cat nails
Police check
They have a police check
Availability
From: 16 Dec 2025
Until: 25 Feb 2026
Occupation
Writer/editor
References
They have referees/references (view below)
About this sitter
Hello - At 67, a competent mature quiet woman, I'm kind, capable re home issues, don't smoke/drugs or party. Highly attentive to your kids (pets) and their needs/schedules, I'm happy to take mail in, care for plants, put out trash, feed birds etc. I'm not in tourist mode, not on social media so confidential re your home, won't leave your pets for hours on end; I always sleep onsite. A book/newspaper reader, I'm content to be in your home, comfy with your pet(s) routine. Anywhere walkable is great; otherwise if use of a vehicle for visits to dog parks/beaches, I’m a safe driver/no accidents, been driving 50+ years).
Why they want to house sit
I've freelanced since 1996 (biz writer/editor way before digital nomads), being a solo parent. As I age, I'm not keen to shovel snow so like to escape some bits of Canadian winter, I love travel, changes of scene; walking, looking at landscapes, architecture, art, gardens, food/wine - picking lemons off trees! simple daily joys. I love both cats and dogs, attentive to their differing personalities/quirks/needs. I know your routines are primary; I'm observant as to the comfort, play and/or distraction a pet needs in them missing you.
Their experience
Yes and I truly enjoy caring for pets - same fantastic dogs over many years in Sonoma, other CA dogs, 2 Southern cats 8wks, cats in France, cottage country Ontario, Nova Scotia cats/dogs, local, and I often foster cats, so am especially patient (like with some people...). I conserve water anyway (was on well/septic 24yrs) sort garbage/recycling/compost, am calm and level-headed in emergencies. Re your home, I'm old enough to know there's little chance "Bewitched" will clean up so you'll find it as least as you left it (reading, listening to music, sampling wine is about as wild as I get). I’m happy to talk/email/text reports/photos as often as you wish. A private/confidential person, I've never posted/sent pics/info about homes/pets to anyone other than the home owner. I fly from Buffalo or Toronto, so given possible delays, I arrive a day earlier (stay in hotel or if you prefer me there) to assure you. I've owned homes since mid-80's so am used to maintaining, cleaning, troubleshooting, and respectful of yours. And, in me being used to a cold climate, your heating bills won't soar…
What can they bring to the assignment
I'm handy, reliable, considerate, and easygoing - your pets' schedule is mine, walking dogs how many times you wish, e.g. 4 a day (yay exercise for me!). Being respectful and friendly to neighbors is natural. It's fine if your dogs/cats like to sleep on the bed (if you allow). I have a police check, Nexus, references, and happy to talk to you or videochat and answer any questions you might have, make us both comfortable.
Last updated:
7 Apr 2025
Available to house sit
Countries: Austria, Belgium, Canada, Caribbean, Croatia, France, Germany, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States
Availability dates
From: 16 Dec 2025
Until: 25 Feb 2026
Do they charge?
They don't charge for house sitting services
Personal details
Age: 66-75 years old
Languages spoken: english, some French
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MindMyHouse.com – https://www.mindmyhouse.com/owners/sitter_listing/28748
Testimonials
Great cat sitter
Cynthia took care of my 2 cats for a week in the south of France. She sent me pictures updates every day and upon my return I found a clean apartment, two very happy cats and she even had made dinner for me. I found Cynthia to be a very responsible person who truly enjoys caring for animals. She is very caring and loves playing with your pet. I would highly recommend her for pet sitting. She does a great job and your pets will love her too.
Solenne, Portugal, 14 Oct 2023
I'm happy to report that Cynthia was available when I needed her in 2018 and I also will be using her again around the end of this year. I can't think of anything to add to my initial reference; except I forgot to mention she was here for at least 3 weeks each time she dog/house sat and she sent me frequent updates and photos while I was gone. This is my initial reference in 2017: I will have Cynthia house and/or dogsit for me anytime that I need help and she is available. She is very personable and outgoing, and, most importantly, my dogs loved her. Cynthia is very reliable and is capable of handling any problems that might arise. Everyone she met, whether in the neighborhood or at the dogpark, mentioned to me how much they liked her and how obvious it was that my dogs were well cared for. If you would like more details, I would happy to provide them.
Anne, United States, 1 Sep 2019
Almost Perfect Dogsitter!
I will have Cynthia house and/or dogsit for me anytime that I need help and she is available. She is very personable and outgoing, and, most importantly, my dogs loved her. Cynthia is very reliable and is capable of handling any problems that might arise. Everyone she met, whether in the neighborhood or at the dogpark, mentioned to me how much they liked her and how obvious it was that my dogs were well cared for. If you would like more details, I would happy to provide them.
Anne, United States, 15 Apr 2017