NYC-Born & Bred Expat Available for International Home & Pet Care!

About this sitter

hi mmh, before you proceed in reading my profile, i am providing a caveat to save both of our time: i do not drive nor do i have a car nor a license. that has not presented an issue for me in remote places, suburban places, in the countryside, during the winter, with power outages, etc. i bike, take long walks, use carpools, am perfectly happy with slow and infrequent public transport & mainly keep to myself.

i am EXTREMELY independent, self-sufficient and resourceful and do not require ANYTHING from homeowners outside of what is agreed upon. i live a solitary life and love animals. many homeowners have expressed concern about my being, “alone,” and not having a car and not being, “safe.” the fact is that i am always safe wherever i am, i prefer solitude, i always find solutions to problems and i grow from challenges however minor.

i understand that that may be very different from what some people are used to and i respect that. so if you prefer a couple, someone with a car or someone who isn’t as independent & self-reliant as i am, i kindly ask that you seek another sitter. all the best in your search!


hello mmh!

i am a proud former lifelong NYC resident & current permanent expat travelling full-time. i am independent, resourceful & incredibly self-sufficient.

i value direct, clear communication so i am set up to successfully care for pets & homes. this includes feeding schedules, vet contacts, and detailed house care info.

it's also absolutely vital for me to stay in a clean house. my expectation is that a house will be clean before my arrival and i will leave it as it was found in line with the instructions given.

i offer reviews via my other platforms, references, background checks & 2-way interviews with lots of questions to vouch for my character & care.

most of all, respect & boundaries are of utmost importance to me. if one is nitpicky, nosy, suspicious, or generally cynical, i suggest choosing a better suited sitter. i also treat this as a professional exchange and not an inroad for a personal relationship. i lead a very intentional and solitary life and housesitting is simply a means for me to travel.

Why they want to house sit

i value traveling in a way that is as sustainable & ethical as possible, centering local people, businesses, etc. i also love animals so much and being able to have furry companions in new places makes each location feel like home right off the bat.

i also travel to immerse myself in the local culture, hopefully surrounded largely by local people. i want to need to practice the language & maintain a sense of humility recognizing that i am a guest.

Their experience

yes! i have sat for cats, dogs, bunnies, hens, plants, etc. in multiple cities and for different types of homeowners.

What can they bring to the assignment

my respect for homes, love of animals, clear & direct communication, kindness, and hopefully the peace of mind one needs when leaving behind what is precious to them to be fully present as they themselves travel.