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Novelist, 51, seeking distance and retreat
Germany
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Pet experience
Dog(s), Cat(s), Chicken(s), Bird(s), Fish, Rabbit(s), Tortoise/Turtle(s), Goat(s), Farm animal(s)
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Occupation
Novelist • Anthropologist
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About this sitter
Anthropologist, 51, author of three book-length essays, now turning my attention to experimental fiction. Quiet, monkish habits, never drink or smoke, long-time vegan. For the next ten years, most of what I want to do is write, draw, and swim in the sea, and if I can spend time in new places, and care for animals along the way, so much the better. Happily espoused. Sometimes my brilliant partner Jessy and I travel together, sometimes I’ll be on my own. Looking for longish assignments near open water, in the mountains, etc.
Why they want to house sit
I do my best work in borrowed places. And I’ve been known to profess strong views on our responsibilities to other animals.
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Their experience
Substantial experience sitting for cats and dogs, not to say wwoofing with goats and alpacas.
Among the photos you’ll see drawings of the shorthair Beckett (mid 2024) and the poodle Rainy (early 2025), two recent charges.
In the more remote past I’ve spent time with chickens, and I’d be glad to do that again, not to say care for parrots and cockatoos.
I also love caring for plants. Among the photos you’ll see the aloe and cider gum from our container garden in Berlin.
I’ll gladly entertain assignments in remote and meteorologically challenging places (that’s the ferry to the Isle of Mull in the photos … Jessy and I had a cold-swimming dare …).
What can they bring to the assignment
Maturity, attentiveness, a penchant for keeping kitchen surfaces clean.
Last updated:
31 Jul 2026
Available to house sit
Countries: Australia, Denmark, Ireland, Japan, New Zealand, Portugal, United Kingdom
Personal details
Age: 46-55 years old
Family status:
Couple
Languages spoken:
English, French (Français/Francais), German (Deutsch)
Do they charge?
They sometimes charge for house sitting services
Details/conditions: Where lots of driving is required I might propose we work out a cost-sharing arrangement for fuel.
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From Now
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Testimonials
Gentle house sitter and kind pet companion
Josh was easy and efficient to organise and exchange with. He took great care of my home and of Beckett, and left me some beautiful drawings of him too. He kept in touch and left my apartment in fine order for my return. He was also thoughtful enough to ensure I had provisions as I returned from 29 hours of travel and and with serious jet lag. I'd highly recommend him as a conscientious and responsible individual and pet companion.
Sara Jane, United Kingdom, September 2024