My home is a 3bdr/2ba in the country outside Wasilla, AK. Only 30 from here is beautiful Hatcher Pass (google it).
Everyone should visit Alaska at least once - maybe this is your time.
I have an easy going female housemate who is fine with having company here during this time. A female or a couple female pet sitters are preferred.
I will be taking a trip to Arizona and there is certainly flexibility with the start and end date as I don't mind having a person come a few days early or stay longer. It would be helpful if the person could arrive on 8/28 or before so there would be time show you the ropes so to speak.
My Ricki (14 yr old dog) would need to be walked at least e/o day for an hour. The cat and chickens are low maintenance.
I am willing to pick a person up at the airport and lend them my vehicle while I am gone in exchange for taking care of my pets. Car rental prices here are about $200 p/day so I think this is an awesome deal for someone.
With Anchorage being only an hour away there is much to see and do in this area.
if you are a hiker, I have many hiking books to share and a lot of info about Alaska in general. I worked at the Anchorage visitor center for a year so would be glad to give you suggestions on places to go and things to do.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Valinda