Experienced, Trusted House & Pet Sitter I Peace of Mind While You're Away

About this sitter

Welcome to my profile!

I'm a mature, independent American traveler, empty nester, and experienced international house and pet sitter. I have grown children, grandchildren, and two beloved granddogs.

My travels and house-sitting experiences have taken me throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia, where I've enjoyed exploring different cultures, connecting with local communities, and caring for homes and pets along the way.

I lead an active and balanced lifestyle centered around wellness, personal growth, and cultural exploration. I enjoy hiking, swimming, cycling, Pilates, yoga, meditation, and discovering new destinations.

My house-sitting experience includes caring for cats, dogs, senior pets, fish and aquariums, indoor plants, and gardens. I take pride in maintaining clean, peaceful environments and providing attentive, dependable care.

I particularly appreciate peaceful, comfortable, spacious, and well-maintained homes in locations with convenient access to transportation, local amenities, cultural experiences, and outdoor activities.

I primarily travel and house sit solo, although my adult daughter, Shauntai, who is also a pet parent, may occasionally join me as a co-sitter with the homeowner's prior agreement.

I value clear communication, mutual respect, transparency, and arrangements built on trust. I appreciate homeowners who provide clear expectations while allowing me the independence to maintain my daily routine and responsibly care for their homes and pets.

Why they want to house sit

House sitting allows me to combine my love of travel, animals, and cultural exploration in a meaningful way.

I enjoy experiencing destinations as a temporary resident rather than simply passing through as a tourist. Whether I'm exploring a new neighborhood, discovering local cuisine, visiting cultural attractions, or enjoying a peaceful evening at home, I appreciate the opportunity to settle into a community.

Having been a homeowner and pet parent myself, I understand the importance of leaving your home and beloved animals in the care of someone trustworthy.

For me, house sitting is a mutually beneficial exchange. Homeowners enjoy peace of mind while traveling, and I have the opportunity to experience beautiful destinations while providing thoughtful, responsible care.

I particularly enjoy assignments where trust, independence, and clear expectations allow everyone to feel comfortable and confident in the arrangement.

Their experience

Yes! I bring more than 15 years of experience caring for homes and pets, including arrangements for families during military deployments and more recent international house-sitting assignments across the United States, Europe, and Asia.

My experience includes caring for cats, dogs, senior pets, fish, and animals with specific feeding or medication routines. I also grew up helping care for guide dogs belonging to a family member who was blind, which gave me an early appreciation for the importance of consistency and attentive animal care.

In addition to pet care, I have experience maintaining fish tanks, feeding and observing aquarium fish, watering indoor and outdoor plants, and caring for household gardens according to established instructions.

My international house-sitting experiences have earned positive homeowner references and five-star reviews, reflecting my commitment to communication, organization, cleanliness, and dependable care.

I understand that each home and animal has unique needs, and I take the time to familiarize myself with those requirements before each assignment.

What can they bring to the assignment

I bring maturity, professionalism, sound judgment, and a calm, dependable presence to every assignment.

My professional background in program management has strengthened my organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and responsibly.

Whether caring for affectionate cats, maintaining a dog's familiar routine, feeding aquarium fish, watering plants, or keeping a home clean and secure, I approach each responsibility with care and consideration.

I respect homeowners' privacy, property, and established household routines. Before accepting an assignment, I appreciate the opportunity for a video conversation and virtual walkthrough to discuss pet care, household expectations, emergency contacts, and other important details.

I also value having a comprehensive Welcome Guide with essential household information and local resources so that I can arrive prepared and settle in comfortably.

I believe thoughtful communication is important and am happy to provide photographs and updates at mutually agreed intervals.

Above all, I bring reliability, respect, and genuine appreciation for the trust homeowners place in me.