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Cat Sitting Specialists since 2014. Spanish-British couple, non-smokers, very house proud and reliable!

Romania

Testimonials

They have 40 testimonials (view below)

Pet experience

Cat(s), Chicken(s), Fish, Tortoise/Turtle(s), Guinea pig(s), Rodent(s)

Police check

They have a police check

Availability

From: 8 Aug 2025
Until: 4 Sep 2026
(see their busy times below)

Occupation

IT (remote workers)

References

They have referees/references (view below)

About this sitter

We are a cat whisperer couple with over a decade of house sitting experience. Since our first house sit in New Zealand in 2014, we have completed 60+ house sits in 20 different countries (not counting repeat invitations!). We have acquired our extensive experience in cat care not only through house sitting, but also through volunteering in cat shelters for a number of years, as well as fostering cats and kittens in our own home.

Non-smoking, self-sufficient, proactive, organised and reliable - our aim is to always provide the highest level of care and attention to the homes and pets entrusted to us.

Mark is originally from England and I was born in Spain. I am bilingual in English/Spanish and speak intermediate German. We rent a little "home base" in Romania and earn our income online, which means we spend a lot of time at home with the pets!

~~ OUR NEEDS:

Honest and open communication is very important to us. We are very house proud and our references speak for the level of dedication, commitment and love that we bring to every single assignment. All we ask for in exchange is:

• A clean, orderly home, free of smoke and mould;
• A fast and reliable internet connection;
• 2 separate sleeping areas;
• A peaceful environment that allows us to relax and work effectively.

Access to a vehicle (more of a requirement in non-urban environments) is always a great incentive! We have clean licences and can drive both manual and automatic cars. In some instances, we may be able to bring our own car.

~~ PLEASE NOTE:

We do not accept house sits where we are requested to pay a deposit or cover utility bills. We view house sitting as a mutually beneficial arrangement built on reciprocal trust and respect; just as we do not ask homeowners to cover our flight, fuel, or food expenses, we believe it is not in the spirit of this arrangement to request payments from us.

Why they want to house sit

Working from home, we welcome a change of scenery from time to time. House sitting gives us the chance to enjoy a 'home away from home' while travelling.

And as genuine cat enthusiasts, we very much enjoy spending time loving, entertaining and learning from the cats we get to meet!

We also truly love the feeling of giving our hosts complete peace of mind during their absence. Our house sitting experiences have enriched our lives in ways we never thought possible and we cannot imagine stopping anytime soon.

Their experience

In addition to our extensive cat sitting experience, we are also happy to look after anything "small and furry". Over the years I have owned hamsters, mice and fancy rats. We have also had tropical fish tanks at home and looked after chickens whilst house sitting.

BUT SORRY, NO DOGS... The animals' wellbeing is our top priority! Since we are not experienced with dogs, we cannot accept house sits with canine residents.

What can they bring to the assignment

We are experienced with both young and senior cats, are particularly good with shy / scared cats (including those who are said to "hate men") and can administer medication if required. We love spending quality time with the cats and even travel with our favourite cat toys!

With regards to your home, we bring the experience of having cared for many different types of properties - from small apartments to large luxury houses, both in urban and rural areas. We are proactive in the care of the homes entrusted to us and treat them with care and respect.

We are happy pottering around in a garden: lawn mowing, watering, pruning, weeding.

We also have some experience of looking after swimming pools.

Last updated: 26 Jul 2025

Available to house sit

Countries: Albania, Austria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Macedonia, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Availability dates

From: 8 Aug 2025
Until: 4 Sep 2026

They have indicated that they are busy at the following times:
3 Sep 2025 to 31 Oct 2025

Do they charge?

They don't charge for house sitting services

Personal details

Age: 46-55 years old
Family status: Couple
Languages spoken: English, Spanish (Español/Espanol), German (Deutsch)

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Testimonials

Maria and Mark were incredible

Maria and Mark were incredible! They sent us photos of Nala playing with them all the time. I was surprised at how much he grew attached to them, especially Mark! since she is not so affectionate with strangers. They left the house impeccable. I hope we can have them as catsitters again! Thank you for taking such good care of our baby :)

Cristina, Croatia, 10 January, 2025(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Absolutely outstanding house sitters

Mark and Maria were absolutely outstanding house sitters! They took such wonderful care of our home and our three cats, who were clearly very happy, relaxed, and well-attended to in our absence. It was clear they gave them lots of love and attention. Our house was left in immaculate condition – they even went the extra mile to prepare our bedsheets for us and cooked a delicious meal for our return, which was such a thoughtful gesture. Communication throughout the two weeks was excellent; they kept us updated regularly with messages and adorable photos of the cats, giving us complete peace of mind while we were away. We would gladly welcome Mark and Maria back anytime – they truly went above and beyond. Highly recommended!

Estelle, Austria, 19 December, 2024(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

This was the 3rd sit Maria and Mark did for us

This was the 3rd sit Maria and Mark did for us. They are very nice and we will have them back any time. Our 3 Bengals were more than happy and well taken care of. Maria sent us a regular update on my kitties, so that we could enjoy our holiday to the max. Plus, our apartment was perfectly tidy, when we came home. Thank's a lot again!

Marlene, Switzerland, 05 August, 2023(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Fantastic sitters

Maria and Mark were fantastic sitters for my two cats and my apartment. From the moment of first contact, they established themselves as highly responsive and engaged partners, who regarded the sit as both a serious responsibility and a fun experience. They arrived having studied the Welcome Guide thoroughly, with a bag of toys to make sure my middle-aged boys got a good workout while I was away. Flexible and self-sufficient, they immediately settled in and put me at ease. While I was away, they kept me updated, and I came home a week later to two very happy cats and an apartment that was cleaner and tidier than the one I left for them (I'm embarrassed!). It was a complete joy to have Maria and Mark sit for me, and I can recommend them with no hesitation!

Geoffrey, Switzerland, 01 August, 2023(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

10 star review

If possible, we would give Maria and Mark a 10 star review. Our 3 Bengals were more than happy and well taken care of. Maria sent us a regular update on my kitties, so that we could enjoy our holiday to the max. Maria and Mark are very nice people and we will have them back any time. Plus, our apartment was perfectly tidy, when we came home. Thank's a lot!

Marlene, Switzerland, 14 July, 2023(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

It’s difficult to say just how amazing Maria & Mark are

It’s difficult to say just how amazing Maria & Mark are! From the first ‘interview’, to bringing toys to their first ‘date’ with our cats, to their communication, to teaching us some new stuff, to leaving the apartment cleaner than it was when we left it… They were fabulous in absolutely every way. Kedi & Squeak were happy, healthy and full of energy when we returned, and the photos showed just how much they’d played. Even the usual transition period when we get back (the bit where Kedi sulks because we ‘abandoned’ her) has been easier this time. Honestly - I cannot recommend Maria & Mark highly enough, and we’d be delighted if they agreed to come back and sit for us again!

Sarah, Turkey, 15 April, 2023(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Fantastic

Maria came to stay at our House Maria was incredible, very responsive, but most of all she was a fantastic House and Cat Sitter I would have no hesitation having her again

Danielle, Portugal, 27 January, 2020(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

I cannot recommend Maria and Mark highly enough

I cannot recommend Maria and Mark highly enough. I swear Phoebe was mourning them leaving! Not only are they a lovely and friendly couple, but they were so respectful of our home and totally focused on making sure Phoebe was happy and well. They even brought cat toys with them that Phoebe loved. What is particularly impressive about Maria and Mark is that before the sit they explore every possible issue that could arise whilst you are away which means they are so well prepared for every eventuality. They were also awesome at keeping in touch while we were away with photos of Phoebe. We feel so lucky to have had Maria and Mark sitting for us. Phoebe was also the better for it and that is so important. They really really care about cats.

Nicola, United Kingdom, 29 December, 2019(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Consummate cat and house sitting specialists

Maria and Mark – aka the Cat Mad Sitters – are consummate cat and house sitting specialists having clocked up over 50 house sits while enjoying their nomadic lifestyle. Maria and Mark called in to see us a couple of days before we left so we could show them the house…but really it was the cats they were interested in. By way of getting to know them, they whipped out their ‘cat toys’ and proceeded to mesmerise our two boys. We knew they’d be in good hands. Communication before, during and after the sit was excellent. Harry and Alan were obviously well looked after, the house was left spick and span and, as it was a relatively short sit, Maria and Mark even brought their own towels and sheets. We would certainly invite Maria and Mark back again, if the opportunity arises, and have no hesitation in recommending them to other owners.

Carol, Australia, 01 August, 2019(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

We highly reccommend them

Maria and Mark looked after our two cats, that don't get along, amazingly well. Considering they housesat for only two days they got along with the cats immediately. Maria made friends with one of the cats who is very timid almost straight away. They kept us updated on the cats progress, and also gave us some tips that we've found most useful. The house was clean and tidy and the bed made when we returned. We highly reccommend them for house sitting.

Junie & Ian, Australia, 19 July, 2019(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Complete professionals

Maria and her partner spent a few days with Champers and were complete professionals! They were diligent in all areas of looking after champs and information needed to care for her and look after the apartment. They even brought their own linen and left the apartment sparkling clean. I returned to Champers in great spirits and felt so reassured and relaxed knowing I made the right choice with them. Thank you so much, enjoy the rest of your journey :)

Ant, Australia, 15 July, 2019(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Pet sit dream team

Maria & Mark are every Pet Owners house & pet sit dream team. They truly care about what they do, your fur babies and your home. We feel so fortunate to have connected with them, resulting in them looking after our babies and home for the weekend. They come fully prepared, the spend quality time playing and they leave the house absolutely spotless! Also, our eldest Cat suffers from Asthma and their experience with pet care allowed them administer meds to him and be totally comfortable with doing so. Thank you again, hope our paths cross in the near future and enjoy the rest of your travels!! Such a lovely couple, you are both awesome! :-)

Hessa, Australia, 05 July, 2019(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Exceptional house sitters

Maria and Mark were exceptional house sitters. They were attentive, tidy and respectful & left the house in spectacular condition upon departure; they went "above and beyond" our expectations here. I felt very confident that Maria & Mark were well placed to handle any emergency or unexpected issue while we were gone because their updates to us contained a level of detail which only someone with a strong knowledge of cat behaviour & possible issues could have. Further, my husband and I were shocked to receive photos of Tib (our anxious cat fearful of strangers) playing and enjoying the company of Maria & Mark very quickly after their arrival. They seem to have a gift with bringing out the happy in shy/anxious pets. It's clear that Maria and Mark are genuine cat-lovers with a passion for what they do. We will be inviting them back again in future.

Jessica, Australia, 13 June, 2019(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

I can highly recommend Maria and Mark

Maria and Mark did a great job while sitting my cat and my home. Minka was a really happy cat when I came back and my home was spotlessly clean - they also washed the towels and sheets! I got fotos and videos from my playing cat, so I could always be sure she was in very good hands! I can highly recommend Maria and Mark to anyone who needs a sitter for beloved pets!

Bettina, Switzerland, 19 April, 2019(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Maria & Mark were perfect house sitters

Maria & Mark were perfect house sitters. Our two bengal cats were really happy and very well cared for. Peppino would have moved in with Maria if he would have a choice :)) Our flat was neat & clean when we came back. And there was even a lovely dinner waiting for us in the fridge. They can come back any time if they feel like. Thank‘s for staying with us folks!

Marlene, Switzerland, 17 December, 2018(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Maria and Mark are really excellent housesitters

Maria and Mark housesat for us for a week in October 2018 (6-14 October) and took excellent care of our house and our four cats. We have one cat who is very shy and scared of everyone (except me) and who will usually not come out of hiding when we are gone but Maria and Mark succeeded in befriending him and even had him playing with cat toys out in the open, which is a great achievement to have gained his trust in such a short time. They are very knowledgeable when it comes to cat care and cat behavior and very dedicated. They take their role as catsitters very seriously and made a great effort to befriend our cats, play with them and give them the necessary TLC. They kept us informed about the cats and shared their cat knowledge with us. The house was even cleaner when we came back than when we left. And Maria and Mark even did some extra work in our garden which we appreciated very much. I sincerely hope that they will come back and housesit for us again. Maria and Mark are really excellent housesitters !!

Catherine, Netherlands, 06 October, 2018(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Oh my goodness

Oh my goodness — if Maria and Mark are available for house sitting, do not hesitate to invite them to your home. They looked after our fur babies immaculately and with so much associated fun — they arrived with their own cat toys (which our cats absolutely loved), and settled in to the house in no time flat. While we were away Maria and Mark sent us daily info and photos (and video clips, too) of all the kitties, and they looked as if they were ALL on holiday together. In all seriousness, they are very capable, professional, friendly people and I would be oh-so-happy if I could manage to bring them back to our home and kitties every time we go away. I find it also extremely relevant to add that Maria and Mark, on top of devoting lots of time to my in-the-house fur babies, were also very attentive to the outdoor feral/street cats (at least five at any given moment) who roam our garden at all times. They managed to persuade most of them to play with toys and were able to pet at least three of them -- cats who never allow themselves to be touched by anyone other than myself. This was quite an achievement, and is a big plus to anyone having both "inside" family cats and "outside" strays. I really appreciated this very much. Again -- cannot recommend Maria and Mark any higher than I have already done!"

Sally, France, 21 September, 2018(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Went the extra mile

If you want cat lovers to take care of your cat, Mark and Maria are it. From day one, I knew that they would provide the utmost care, love and respect that animals need when their owners are away. Our communications were very easy, pleasant and smooth. When we did finally meet to go over all the details at our house, they were instantly adoring Menue (our 9 year tabby) and payed more attention to her than us! Ha. I loved that and it put me at ease that she would be in good hands. And boy, was she ever. We were only away for 3 days but Maria stayed at our house, brought her own cat toys and gave her plenty of love. I could see that Menue was content with the all the pictures Maria sent. And before she left, she went the extra mile to make sure we had clean sheets to come home to and the house was cleaner than when we left. If you hesitate to contact them for your next vacation, you are missing out. I’m going to call them right now to book again!

Laura, Canada, 29 July, 2017(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Friendly and easy to communicate with

Mark and Maria stepped in at short notice while we enjoyed a weekend away. They are friendly and easy to communicate with and sent updates and pics while we were away. Our two boys warmed to them both very quickly (they're usually pretty shy) and they especially liked the feather toy! Maria and Mark left the house very clean and made sure the cats were well cared for.

Meghan, Australia, 13 October, 2016(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Maria and Mark, thank you so much for everything

Maria and Mark were our very first live-in cat/house-sitters and the experience was far above and beyond what we expected when we first started thinking about doing this. In fact, I fear that we (and the cats!) might now be a little spoiled for any future house sits! They took perfect care of absolutely everything and our cats not only could remain within their usual routine at home but also enjoyed meeting truly cat-enthusiast, kind, and considerate people (as did we!) who brought lots of new and exciting cat-toys with them. Maria and Mark are nothing short of cat-specialists and very organized, professional house/pet sitters. They did a great job communicating specifics about the house-sit and the timeline beforehand and took the time to meet the cats and get to know their usual routine before they stayed with them. Our boys are certainly not very low maintenance and Maria and Mark spend countless hours taking wonderful care of them during our holiday: brushing Mephisto’s teeth (who has a gum infection), putting up their cat-balcony every day, keeping-up with their clicker training, chatting with them about their day, introducing new toys during many many play sessions, brushing their fur, cuddling with them, and just caring for all their needs. They even removed a potentially hazardous fungus from one of our plants which had been growing unnoticed so far! Maria also sent daily updates with pictures and videos of our cats and our holiday was very relaxed knowing that Mark and Maria took such incredibly diligent and affectionate care of our boys. We came home to two happy cats that clearly had enjoyed their holiday as much as we did and to an absolutely spotless apartment. Maria and Mark, thank you so much for everything! It was such a pleasure meeting you guys and sharing our boys with you for a little while – we hope to see you again soon, as do Jon Snow and Mephisto (who is still looking for his mouse-toy ;) !!

Christin, Australia, 16 August, 2016(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Absolutely fantastic

Maria and Mark have been absolutely fantastic. I think Chachou had the best vacation ever ! As good as ours because we were completely relaxed. Maria sent me daily pictures and videos of our sweet cat, playing, resting, having fun.... It was very nice. They were particularly careful with the cat and the apartment (everything was really clean and they made everything to make our life easier when we went back home). I definitely wish that they will be able to come back one day. We really recommend them !!

Anais, Germany, 04 August, 2016(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

We cannot recommend Mark and Maria highly enough

Mark and Maria are truly outstanding pet (cat specialist) and home sitters. They have an in depth undertanding of cats and their behaviour and do everything to make your cat feel at ease. Your pet is their priority and nothing is too much trouble for them - cuddles, playtime and grooming are all part of the sit. We needed Maria to visit the vet whilst we were away and not only did she do this, she also asked lots of questions and got as much information as possible to help us make decisions. We felt Mark and Maria cared for and loved our cat as much as we do. Maria was great at staying in touch, sharing photos and videos of our cat and It was the first holiday where I've not worried about my cat at all - I knew she was being extremely well looked after. They are completely trustworthy, reliable, organised and very clean. We returned to an immaculately clean home and the garden had also been looked after. We cannot recommend Mark and Maria highly enough. They are both wonderful, caring people and we hope to see them again in the future

Anna, Germany, 23 July, 2016(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Trustworthy

It was my first experience with house sitting and I must confess I was a little bit worried. After meeting Maria and Mark I just wonder why I didn't use a sitter before, instead of bothering family and friends! We meet via Skype to settle the respective requests and rules where clear on both side since the beginning: it was my first house sitting so they help me think about the information I was supposed to provide as well as the information should be important to know as house owner. My cat just felt in love as soon as he saw them. Usually he is shy and frightened with strangers but Maria and Mark won him over in few minutes. During their stay they sent me whatsups and photos to update me on the cat or other issues related to the house. He is spoiled (i.e. he wants to eat dry food just from people hands!) and they manged him perfectly. When I came back the cat was just fine, maybe I little be bored I was back! The house was actually clean and tidy : better than when I left. Maria and Mark are trustworthy people and I would recommend them to anyone

Daria, Italy, 15 July, 2016(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Maria and Mark were an absolute dream

Maria and Mark were an absolute dream as a petsitters to my cat Ava. They are super organised and I felt confident that all would go well right from the first Skype call. They take great care before the sit to ensure they have as much information as possible about the pet and the home and that does make a big difference. I was away for a month and I never worried once about Ava (the cat - who I adore!) because Maria sent warm whatsapp messages and photos that tole me Ava was 'happy as larry'! without me! They kept her entertained with toys and games and managed to wean her off her addiction to 'treats' without her even noticing. Maria and Mark are extremely knowledgeable about cats and were able to work with Ava's quirky personality. In terms of the the house I can honestly say that it is in cleaner now than when I left it (and I thought I was house proud!). I spent a day with Maria and Mark on my return and it is clear that they absolutely treat the pet and the house as if their own - in the very best sense. They lavish love on both and it is really lovely to see. When I came home Ava was still referring to Maria and you could see the bond that had built up between them. They are gems, I feel lucky they visited and furious that the Irish weather will probably put them off ever coming back again! Because I'd have them back in the morning (please, please!!).

Aine, Ireland, 12 June, 2016(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

WOW!

WOW! Maria and Mark really made a great job!! This was our first time we got the opportunity to get a house sitter of this Website and we were really more than happy. Both of them weren't faced with the easiest location here in the woods, and the weather was simply terrible here for most of the time - anyhow we knew from the very beginning, that we made the right choice to get Maria& Mark to look after our Cats, Fishes, Chinchillas and all the other creatures around the house here. The first Skypecall a while before our holidays confirmed that the "chemistry" would definitely work for us - from both sides. All the preparations they did before the arrival, assured us that we would´t forget anything to explain how things work here - as our house is really old (build 1833 in the middle of a forest) there were a lot of little things and tweaks to be explained. Really everything worked out perfectly - sure we borrowed them our car - got it back with full fuel tank - they looked as well after our plants - even in the greenhouse, they survived thunderstorms and permanent rain for nearly two weeks, and even informed us online about all detail going on here. This all made us feel totally secure and calm about our cats and all the rest - SIMPLY THANK YOU Mark& Maria!!! Hopefully we get the opportunity to see you soon - regardless where - we would really like to book you for our next holiday if possible and promise to organize better weather :)))

Antje, Germany, 27 May, 2016(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Really professional and lovely people

Maria and Mark looked after our four cats in May 2016. We were kept regularly updated with how things were going and received lots of videos, pictures and messages which was great as one of our cats was ill at the time and needed medication. They bought their own cat toys to entertain our cats, and were obviously real cat lovers. Our house was clean and tidy when we returned and it was a pleasure to come back. All the cats were chilled and not especially bothered at our return which means that they had a great time when we were away. Really professional and lovely people. Thank you Maria and Mark, we would definitely recommend them and hope to have them to stay again.

Jo, United Kingdom, 30 April, 2016(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

We would love to have Maria and Mark back

Maria and Mark has been great pet sitters. They looked after our cat Oakley for a week whilst we were on much needed holiday. Oakley was so happy and content when we got back. House was clean and Maria and Mark bought us some fresh bread, milk and eggs when we got back. They even left a toy that Oakley enjoyed playing with. Maria would regularly send updates and photos of Oakley which was a lovely thing to get. It really helps to have reliable people looking after your home and your pets when you are away. We would love to have Maria and Mark back and would not hesitate to recommend them to our friends.

Eva, United Kingdom, 22 April, 2016(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

We would love to have Maria and Mark back

This was our first experience and it’s hard to believe we could have chosen better sitters than Maria and Mark to look after our home and cat. They were extremely professional, informative, warm and reassuring and put our minds completely at rest by sending regular photos and messages during our time away. They made a big fuss of our cat Poppy, showing her genuine love and attention – she was clearly very taken with them. On our return the house was immaculate and they had even made us a delicious meal. We would not hesitate to recommend them extremely highly and we would love to have them back again.

Hanah & Dominic, United Kingdom, 19 March, 2016(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Maria and Mark were the perfect house (and cat) sitters

Maria and Mark were the perfect house (and cat) sitters. We were kept updated regularly throughout their two week stay in our home with messages and pictures of our cat, Lily. They entertained Lily and even bought and made several toys for her to play with. When we got home the apartment was immaculately clean with fresh sheets on the bed and fresh flowers on the dining table. Maria and even cooked us some dinner and left it in the fridge for us, as we arrived home late. Maria and Mark were highly communicative and very organised. Our home and cat were treated with the highest respect and we will not hesitate to use them again, should the opportunity arise.

Poppy, Belgium, 31 January, 2016(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

So thankful for their efforts

From the outset Mark and Maria have been a pleasure to deal with and we would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone. We have five cats which is quite a handful for anyone, but they went above and beyond to look after our little ones and made sure they were happy, settled and stimulated with play whilst we were away for six weeks. We came back to a clean and well cared for house, with our cats all very happy. In fact, our most nervous boy Fergus has completely changed in personality - before he was timid and clingy, and now he comes for fussing, is playful and even likes to sunbathe on the patio which was unheard of before! It’s clear Maria has spent many hours giving him the confidence boost he needed and we are so grateful. We also have another cat who needs medication every few days and this was handled brilliantly too. They kept good communication with us at all times, and sent updates with photos whilst we were away which was great for our peace of mind. Having never had house-sitters before, we had obvious reservations, but if you are considering Mark and Maria then relax, because your home and your cats are in very safe hands. Highly recommended and wouldn’t hesitate to have them back again - so thankful for their efforts

Gemma, United Kingdom, 11 January, 2016(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Immaculate

Maria & Mark looked after my apartment and cat for a long weekend in December. There was a lot of communication from both sides before and I feel like I really got to know them. They treated my apartment with the utmost respect, spoilt my cat and even watered my plants. They even stripped the bed, washing the sheets and towels before they left. They kept me constantly updated throughout the weekend away. My apartment was immaculate upon my return.Maria even messaged me to say her hairdryer was broken and asked to borrow mine. In reality, she could have just taken it and I would not have noticed, but this demonstrates the level of respect that they have. I wish them all the best for their future trips.

Terri, Luxembourg, 14 December, 2015(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Absolutely brilliant

Our first time using a sitter and we cannot have found a more wonderful couple to look after our home than Mark & Maria. They went above and beyond what we had anticipated and could not have been more reliable, trustworthy or friendly. Our home was in even better shape when we got back than when we left . A home-cooked meal in the fridge and a new pot plant as well......absolutely brilliant. Can't recommend them highly enough....would definitely hope to have them back again in the future.

Richard, United Kingdom, 05 October, 2015(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

We can highly recommend them

Maria & Mark sat for our 2 very timid cats, Smudge & Indie, for a month. It was the first time we had used house sitters and we were concerned how the older cat, Smudge, would cope with having 2 strangers in the house. The first few days he stayed in the safety of the wardrobe but he gradually appeared and accepted them, to the point of totally ignoring us when we came home!! Maria sent us regular updates and photos to put our minds at rest as we could see how happy they both were. Maria also looked after all my plants and they were still alive when we came home!! We can highly recommend them both to house/cat/plant sit & we would happily use them again.

Sue, Spain, 01 October, 2015(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Maria and Mark were wonderful catsitters

Maria and Mark were wonderful catsitters! They did not only take care of our 3 furry boys, they also gave them lots of love and joy by playing and "talking" with them. We did get updates with pictures and they made us feel even more relaxed on our holiday. They took care of the little issues our cats had without worrying us and just solved it with our vet. From the first minute we met, we felt that Mark and Maria would be ideal for our cats and house. And those expectations were even exceeded. They house was perfectly cleaned and cared for as well, the garden was trimmed, the fridge was fully stocked and there were even flowers to welcome us back home! We can only recommend Mark and Maria for the periods we ourselves are not on holiday, as we hope they always want to come back to catsit for us :-). They are such responsable, lovely and caring people that we feel they were not just catsitters but good friends doing everything in their possibilities (and I can asure you that is lots!) to make our cats and us happy. A million thanks for all you did Maria and Mark. We hope to see you soon! And the cats very much too!

Geert, Belgium, 21 July, 2015(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

A wonderful first housesitting experience

We would like to highly recommend Mark and Maria as house and catsitters. We left our 3 cats in very safe, capable and loving hands. Lucy is 20 and needs attention. Jimmy had an injury needing antibiotics and Kali is a very affectionate and demanding oriental! All of their needs were met with no fuss but such care. We really were able to rest on our long awaited holiday. Maria updated us with appropriate assurances. We returned to very happy cats and a wonderfully kept home … it looked better than when I left it! Maria even prepared a meal for us . We are very grateful for a wonderful first housesitting experience.

Amanda, United Kingdom, 29 June, 2015(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Very trustworthy people and I would recommend them without hesitation

Mark and Maria took great care of my 17-year old blind, and very special, little girl named Anna. They were supposed to watch 2 cats, but Kati, Anna's sister, had gotten sick and I had to have her put to sleep while Mark and Maria were there. She had been sick for 6 weeks, and everything was uncertain, but Mark and Maria arrived anyway and were willing to take care of her should she get well enough for me to travel. That being said, I was reluctant to leave Anna since the two girls had been together almost 17-years. However, Anna was well taken care of by my "trusty" pet sitters. I received pictures and texts almost on a daily basis. She was pampered just the way she expects! Everything at the house was in good shape and we had no problems. They are very trustworthy people and I would recommend them without hesitation.

Sue, Italy, 13 May, 2015(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

They were terrific

Maria and Mark looked after my three cats at very short notice. They were terrific, and even managed to win over the one cat who is very scared of strangers ... within a day he was purring and smooching like best friends. Maria sent lots of pix on whatsapp which I loved, because it helped me see how relaxed and happy the boys were. A highly recommended couple to look after your pets if you want to be relaxed and happy while you are away as well ;-)

Felicity, United Kingdom, 25 April, 2015(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Maria and Mark are excellent pet sitters

Maria and Mark are excellent pet sitters, they really love animals and go the extra mile to look after your pets, as I discovered when they took care of my three rabbits. Maria noticed that the baby rabbit, Chickpea had a problem with his foot and took him off to the vet and then administered antibiotics to him. They also sent some super cute pics of the rabbits and sent regular email updates. They are extremely reliable and conscientious and were very thoughtful in providing a cooked meal for our first night back and freshly made beds. Am happy to recommend them ... And know the rabbits would happily have them back

Susan, Australia, 24 April, 2015(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Thank you!

Maria and Mark looked after our home and 2 cats in Singapore over the Christmas and New Year period in 2014. After an initial meeting with Maria and Mark, we were quickly comfortable that we had found the right fit. Clearly animal lovers, our cats were very comfortable with them! We were extremely happy to receive very regular updates on how things were going, including lots of great pictures of the cats. They took special care to ensure that the house was well taken care of, and the extra touches like sending us photos of the mail that arrived was greatly appreciated. It was very clear that the cats were comfortable with Maria and Mark and they even spoiled them with a new toy they can't stop playing with! I would have no hesitation in recommending Maria and Mark to anyone looking for friendly, professional and reliable house sitters. We certainly hope to have them back in future! We really appreciate everything Maria and Mark did to look after our precious cats and making our time away stress free! Thank you!

Rachel, Singapore, 19 December, 2014(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

Maria and Mark are two of the nicest people you could want to look after your pet and house

Maria and Mark are two of the nicest people you could want to look after your pet and house. They are so easy to get along with and are very genuine. My cat warmed to them immediately and was looked after so well while I was away (pampered even!). As this was my first time using a house/pet sitter, my mind was put at ease when Maria sent me photos of my fur-baby happily hanging out with them on the couch! Being away for nine days, it was also good to receive photos of my mail in case anything was urgent. They looked after my home as if it was their own, keeping it clean and tidy. Respectful and friendly, I would love them to housesit again if they are available. If you want a reliable, caring couple to take care of your house/pet, I would highly recommend choosing Maria and Mark.

Fiona, Thailand, 13 November, 2014(This was sourced outside of MindMyHouse, but is verified)

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