This is my first time on Mind my house . I am interested in looking after animals as well as the property,grounds and gardens. I am retired and have time available for having new experiences. I enjoy traveling and meeting people.

About this sitter

I am a retired white English man and I am registering on this site for the first time. Since I have retired I have started to enjoy travelling more and have recently returned from a holiday in southern Italy visiting the archeological site of Pompei as well as Herculaneum, Vesuvius and exploring the Amalfi coast. In two years time I plan to visit Brazil and book a tour to the Pantanel region with the hope of seeing Jaguar,Caman Crocodile as well as the other wildlife. I don't intend to spend my retirement sitting at home tending to the roses.
My wife Barbara also has a passion for travelling and loves animals, probably more than I and would sometimes join me but loves to travel separately also.

Why they want to house sit

I would love to combine travel with looking after peoples pets/ family members as it will give me the opportunity to get a sense of different parts of Europe, the world but also my own country.

Their experience

I have looked after friends and neighbours animals and homes whilst they have been away. Not just in my own neighborhood but other parts of England. As this is my first time on Mind my House, it will be a new experience for me. I also have experience with smaller furry friends as well as on occasions rescuing wildlife from the clutches of my own cat Bramble who sadly passed away recently. This has given me time and space to travel more and visit friends without having to worry about leaving him for too long.

What can they bring to the assignment

I am honest and trustworthy. I have a natural affinity with people and animals. I also have my own large garden and an allotment as such am knowledgeable about looking after both house plants, shrubs and other plants including vegetables.