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Dog(s), Cat(s), Horse/Donkey(s), Chicken(s), Bird(s), Fish, Rabbit(s), Reptile(s) – I have experience in administering medication, special diets and Vet visits
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From: 7 Nov 2024
Until: 14 Jan 2025
(see their busy times below)
Consultant for Language, Culture and Coaching
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Hi, I'm Karin a German-American looking for friendly, nice people in different locations who will let me take good care of their pets and homes while they are away.
We own rental properties and I also used to sublet my apartment in New York City, so I know both sides of the coin.
As a digital nomad, I like to combine working and living in different places. My work hours are flexible so I can accommodate your pet's needs. But the best part is that I really like animals and enjoy meeting and caring for them.
Since joining MMH and another site in August 2023 I have completed many successful short and long term pet and housesits. I have been asked back for further dates by all of my hosts and it's always a pleasure seeing my new furry friends again. One host couple referred me to their parents, where I got to look after a lovely thirty year old Mare and stay in a historic landmark former custom house.
Since I get booked well in advance, I currently have several assignments until early January 2025 (see availability times below). However, you can always check with me, as sometimes dates change.
For references, please see below, and I can also connect you to hosts from sits before joining MMH.
Before joining Mind My House, I had been pet and house sitting on referral for many years.
My experience:
Having lived in the U.S. and Germany, I have extensive experience in:
Pet sitting: I’ve cared for young and older, dogs (large and small), cats (friendly and shy), chickens & roosters (best eggs I’ve ever eaten!), horses, rabbits, birds, fish and geckos. I'm also familiar with administering medications, feeding special diets and Vet visits.
House types: Apartments, penthouses, small farms and single-family homes, including a historic landmark former schoolhouse, former custom house, a converted barn and a wood burning stove providing warm water and heat to the house.
Locations: U.S. - New York City, Washington D.C., Arizona, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey; Germany - Berlin, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Hannover, Heidelberg, Baltic Sea resort, countryside near Saarbrücken, Stuttgart and Trier.
Some of the animals I've cared for include:
Murphy & Luna, Roxy & Bruno, Brooklyn & Buddha, Columbus, Peake, Paco & Pele, Elton, Janus & Tikka, Bella & Molly, Paulchen & Oscar, Cashew, Sophie, Harry, Seamus & Bella & Lola, Leo & Rufus, Patty & Leila & Mary, Wilbour & Charlotte, Kendall, January, February, Clemetine, Squeaker.
Who they are and stories of my time with them available on request as well as references (written/video call) from homeowners & pet parents ;)
I genuinely like animals and always bond with them, so yours will be loved and well cared for. I am honest, responsible, quiet, neat and clean (some references below) and will do the 'usual house chores' such as watering plants, airing the apartment (the classic German lüften), monitoring your mailbox, accepting packages and anything else specific to your home. If you'd like I can also look over your MMH posting from a native English speaker's point of view or translate your German advert.
Because I work remotely, I'm very flexible with dates and available for short and long term assignments when reliable, fast internet is provided.
If you'd like to talk more to see if we're a good fit, we can videomeet or talk on the phone.
Please feel free to contact me with any other information you may need. I look forward to meeting you and your pets :)
Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States
From: 7 Nov 2024
Until: 14 Jan 2025
They have indicated that they are busy at the following times:
1 September 2024 to 6 November 2024, 13 November 2024 to 30 November 2024, 18 December 2024 to 6 January 2025
They sometimes charge for house sitting services
MindMyHouse member since 2023
Age: 56-65 years old
Total completed house sits: 6
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Testimonials
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I had the pleasure of meeting Karin and I must say, she's remarkable. She's not only competent and experienced but also incredibly friendly and easy to talk to. When she said she could make things happen, I trusted her completely. What struck me most was her kindness. She took the time to visit me just to say hello and get to know me better. Learning about Karin's background and our similar life experiences made our connection even more special. She's a wonderful person, and I feel lucky to have met her. If you ever get the chance to offer a house sit, make sure its' going to be Karin. She's truly one of a kind.
sylvia, Germany, 18 Apr 2024
Reliable, kind and tidy
Karin has been an excellent sitter for our home and our cat Lea. She came early to meet us and she asked a lot of questions about the apartment and Lea, to be sure of being properly instructed about everything and therefore able to do things as usual, so to not change Lea's routine too much. This was very kind of her, and much appreciated. On our return the apartment was spotless and Lea was clearly happy and chill. We hope Karin will be available again in the future to sit for us.
Lara, Germany, 30 Mar 2024
You can't go wrong with Karin!
Karin has been a godsent! She took care of my 2 cats with unwavering dedication and gave me the opportunity to travel for 2 weeks, knowing they will be meticulously taken care of and lovingly cared for. My older cat has some health issues and requires a bit more care and a watchful eye during the day, Karin was absolutely dedicated to making sure he had everything he needed. And besides developing a very personal relationship with the 2, made sure I was informed daily. I was greeted with a sweet gift when I got home, 2 very happy and absolutely relaxed cats and a tidy apartment, and would wholeheartedly recommend Karin as a sitter for your house and pets! You cannot go wrong with having her as a caretaker for your furry pals and your place. Hope to be able to welcome you to my place again, Karin! Imke, Kasper and Murphy
Imke, Germany, 26 Mar 2024
Best housesitter we could find!!!
After our first phone call, I knew that Karin would fit well in our house with the cats, hens, roosters and garden. I knew I could trust her completely. Even though we couldn’t meet her at the start of her stay, she had no problem with the fact that our friends met her and showed her the house, with the pets and everything else. She took extremely good care of the cats, kept in contact with us and was very reliable, asking questions if she needed to. The hens were also well cared for and it was reassuring to know that everything and every pet was happy while we were away. She also maintained our wood-fired oven, that heats the house and hot water. We came back to a neat and tidy house and enjoyed meeting Karin, sharing her company on the last evening with a meal together. We can highly recommend her and would be pleased, if she ever wanted to come back to our house. Regina and Jürgen
Regina, Germany, 22 Mar 2024