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Vanessa AndersonFestival time in Sitges, Spain
Getting into the Festive Spirit in SitgesThe Catalan town of Sitges, just half an hour from Barcelona, never ceases to amaze its visitors by somehow managing to be both a quaint coastal town and still have the charisma and vibrance of a city twice its size. White-walled buildings line streets filled to the brim with restaurants, […]
Read moreTaking care of ducks at home on a pet sit
After a couple of sits in New Zealand which involved both caring for ducks and raising ducklings, I don’t mind telling you that I’ve taken to the task like a “duck to water”. Who would have known that ducks could be so much fun! We’ve learned a few things too about taking care of ducks at […]
Read moreHow to prepare your home for pet sitters
Planning a trip is always exciting, but it can generate a sense of stress when leaving your home for a long period of time. It’s a good idea to use a home sitter or if you have pets, a pet sitter, as this can help create peace of mind while you and your partner sip […]
Read moreWhy pet sitting works for digital nomads
House and pet sitting is a perfect match for digital nomads working remotely Over the last 4 years, I’ve been working remotely while travelling the world. I originally left the hustle and bustle of London to travel for one year, with a plan to return to live in the UK countryside. But when I came across […]
Read moreSpotlight on Texas travel for house and pet sitters
How to get the full Texas experience while house sitting in the Lone Star State Texas is the second largest state in the USA, which means it is bursting with cultural experiences, history, delicious cuisine, and attractions galore, not to mention all of the outdoor exploration and activities. If you’re fortunate enough to have the opportunity to […]
Read moreHow to comfort someone when their pet passes away
If you’ve been house sitting for a while, there’s a good chance that one of the pets you’ve looked after has passed away. As sitters who specialize in senior pets with health issues, my partner and I have gotten the sad news several times over the years. When you learn about the death of a pet […]
Read moreCaring for Australian cattle dogs
Discover the history, temperament and characteristics of this tough Aussie breed Table of Contents (click here to expand / collapse) A breed of many namesHistory of cattle dogsTemperament and personalityA tendency to bite or nipSize and weightFeeding Australian Cattle DogsCoat and groomingPotential health problemsInjuries to watch forTakeaways from this house sit With our Aussie […]
Read moreGuide to house sitting in New Zealand
House sitting the KIWI way Nicole Gustas tells her story of how she got happily “stuck” in New Zealand, and provides some useful tips for house sitting with the Kiwi lifestyle very much in mind.Pancake Rocks / PunakaikiIn January 2020, we came to New Zealand to housesit for a couple of months. In March our flight […]
Read moreNew tiered pricing plans at Trusted Housesitters
Trusted Housesitters – review of new tiered membership options After careful consultation with their members, TrustedHousesitters have announced a fairly radical change to their membership model. They are now offering a range of tiered subscription options, to provide more choice and some great new features, including much needed insurance options. Instead of a one size fits all […]
Read moreIncrease your house sitting opportunities
And then Covid hit. Everyone has a story that ends with that phrase. It echoes the disappointments, dashed hopes and broken wishes that have hurt us all. Like many house sitters I had more than a year of advanced bookings, mostly international, that collapsed. Unfortunately, I had rented out my home, so without a house sit […]
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