1 sweet senior dog 2 miles from "The Worlds Most Beautiful Beaches"

About this assignment

**23 Nov-3rd or 4th Dec 2025**

I need you to be a dog lover, trustworthy, responsible, respectful of my home and property, have integrity, and communicate with me. Someone who will show my dog attention, and love on her. My perfect sitter would either be a bit of a homebody, or someone who enjoys exploring the area/beach during the daytime, but enjoys being home to just relax most evenings and provide company for my girl. She will be 16 in February so I'm just trying to keep her routines somewhat normal.

What responsibilities are required of the house sitter

Feed, water, and show love to my nearly 16 yr old sweet girl. Also to simply clean up after yourself and show respect to my home and property. Bella Roux is a "pound puppy," so I don't know what breed she is. She is about 60 lbs., is very sweet and very low maintenance. At her age and bad hips, her exercise is down to a simple and slow walk just before her dinner mostly. She is a pretty big shedder, and also does this sort of coughing/reverse sneezing thing from time to time. She also does a sneezing thing and, sorry to be disgusting, but snot will come out. I've had many vet visits and tried many treatments, to no avail. Anyway, it's not constant, but something to be aware of. She has pretty much lost her hearing, so if she's sleeping, I try to let her know I'm coming to pet her or whatever just so I don't startle her. She's not at all aggressive, I just don't like scaring her. Mostly she just lays around these days. Despite my describing her as laying around all the time, she does enjoy just hanging out outside with me, and she definitely still has some spunk in her. My requirement is that she is not left alone for more than 6 hours at a time, and preferably not every single day. I prefer to have someone home in the evenings simply to spend time with her. This doesn't mean you can't enjoy your evenings away from the house, but something I can perhaps expand on with potential sitters.

What are the good features of the property and location

I am 2 miles from the beach straight out of the neighborhood. Just in front of the neighborhood is a grocery store, coffee, places to eat, and many other things nearby. Just out of the neighborhood and across the highway is a brand new winery that features live music in the evenings. I live in an amazing neighborhood where we watch out for one another. In fact, some neighbors may stop by if they see you outside just to say hello and love on Bella Roux. I am on a cul-de-sac with a great view. The view is of a retention pond, but it has more of a small lake feel. No recreation on it, but you can walk around it for sure. My home is 3 bed, 2 bath, and is just 4 years old. You would be staying in my spare room that features a queen bed and a 65" television with the standard streaming platforms. The living room TV is an 85" and is equipped with cable along with streaming apps. The lanai is screened in, and also has a 65" tv.

What does the house sitter need to consider before applying for this assignment

This listing DOES NOT come with transportation, nor are there any buses. It is highly recommended for you to have your own vehicle, and you would be able to park in the garage. I do have 2 electric options for you in the form of a Segway scooter and an Aventon Aventure 2 bike. Both are equipped with blinkers, brake lights, and "head lights." Another option would be to rent a golf cart. I am in a golf cart friendly neighborhood, and you can get many places, to include the beach, and go pretty far on the local streets.

Can I bring my own pets?

No, sorry.

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