Hello,
I'm a mature and reliable semi-retired technology professional and long time S. F. Bay Area resident. I began house and pet sitting for friends and acquaintances then discovered HouseCarers and continue to expand those great experiences to care for new homes and pets. I very much enjoy caring for, and having the company of, canine, feline, and feathered friends. As a homeowner I appreciate the work and attention involved in the upkeep of a home and enjoy maintaining an aesthetic and clean home environment. I am looking for a home and pet(s) to care for so I might discover new neighborhoods while enabling you to do the same, free from worry about your family members back home.
I have owned a variety of pets, from turtle to rooster, including several dogs, cats, and other smaller pets. I very much enjoy taking dogs for walks/runs (who else is willing to get exercise with you!?), watching over cats while they (mostly) sleep ;), caring for birds, bunnies, and the like. I have sat for both cats and dogs from 2yr to 18yr with very satisfied owners (and pets). My goal is to keep your pets active, engaged, and content so they don't have a chance or need to miss you while you're gone.
I’m trustworthy, clean, quiet, and reliable. I'm also active, love the outdoors, do not smoke, and lead a healthy lifestyle. I love gardening, having planted and tended many floral and vegetable gardens. With a background in architecture and design I also have extensive knowledge and experience caring for a home and its furnishings as well as staging for sale.
I'm also an avid sailor and would be happy to care for your home and/or pets near or on the water (houseboat, sailing or motor yacht).
If you are going on vacation, business travel, or for other reasons have a home you don’t want to leave vacant and need someone you can trust to take care of your living space, pets, mail, yard, pool, and related responsibilities, who will be respectful of your property and neighbors, let’s talk! You’ll be delighted to return to your well-maintained home and garden, and happy pets!
I would be the only sitter and would not be bringing in any pets of my own so my full attention would go to taking care of your pets and home as you would.
I’d be pleased to answer any questions you might have as well as provide additional information such as excellent local house / pet sitting references and background check.
I hope you’re having a wonderful Spring and look forward to hearing from you!
Anne