About Me
I am a thoughtful, considerate, and vaccinated person. I have raised and cared for dogs, cats and horses and have simply adored animals all my life.
My motto for house-sitting has always been to leave your house better than when I arrived in it. If I can fix something that has been needing to get fixed, I will! I often leave a wonderful home-cooked meal for the people I am house-sitting for so you have something warm to eat when you return home.
I am a trial attorney and home-owner in Santa Fe, New Mexico and I have practiced law for almost twenty years. If you asked my employer about me, they would say I am a hard-working, motivated, well organized (sometimes to the point of being OCD) employee, with good judgment and great problem-solving skills, who can handle emergencies and difficult tasks.
I am also the dedicated mother of Avani, a creative, bright and animal-loving eleven-year old girl. Avani and I will sometimes travel together and explore the world while pet/house sitting for lovely people, such as yourself.
I love reading, playing with animals, exploring the world (especially places that are near the beach), hiking, walking and running. While in Santa Fe, I enjoy staying home and cudding with our two Savannah cats and our malti-poo, as well as cooking and discovering new foods and places to eat.
I am an upbeat, life-loving, positive person who does not smoke or drink. I enjoy time on my own and with my daughter most of all.
Why I Want to House Sit
I am interested in traveling more around the world and I prefer to feel like a local wherever I go. I do not like big resorts and touristy places. I love doing what the locals do.
I am also a home-owner myself, and having used this site many times before to find house-sitters, I know how important it is to feel at ease while you travel, knowing your home and pets are being cared for by responsible people. I wanted to "give back" to this community.
I would prefer the house-sits I sign up for to be in a non-smoking home.
Experience House Sitting
I have house-sat for many friends before, and taken care of my own homes in Washington, D.C. and Santa Fe, New Mexico for almost twenty years. I am familiar with heating and cooling systems, water supply systems (both well and city-owned), and all kitchen appliances. I am also a landlord in Santa Fe, and understand the importance of providing regular maintenance for a home.
I am a very clean, reliable person and you will be pleased coming home to a tidy home, just the way you left it, if not better. I am careful not to disturb any of your possessions and to leave things where I found them. Rest assured, your pets and home will be treated with the respect and love I give my own.
What I Bring to Each Assignment
As mentioned above, I have always had pets: cats, dogs and horses. I cannot imagine my life without them. From time to time, my pets have become ill and needed medication, special vet visits and extra care.
I am very careful with following instructions and will do so, to a "T". I am excellent at communicating, in the event any issues arise. I would also be happy to text you pictures of your animals while you are away, if you request them.
You can access my latest reference by hitting the "references link'. I have other personal references. Please contact me and ask me for any additional references. I would be delighted to take care of your home and pets while you are away.
Below is an excerpt from one of my references, which you can find on the reference link as well:
"This is a reference for Gabby Stewart. We had the pleasure of house sitting Gabby’s Santa Fe home. She has two beautiful African Servals cats “Phoenix and Luna”. Gabby loves her fur babies. She shows her love by treating them with special treats and premium cat food. She had a outdoor “Catio” built on the southside of her pueblo style home. The cats love the easy access to the sun and outdoors.
Gabby’s home is well organized and clean. She has done a excellent job of creating a warm, comfortable and well appointed home. Gabby greeted us with her awesome homemade soup that she made for us. we felt right at home home. Gabby is a very accommodating host.
We would highly recommend Gabby as a thoughtful, considerate home and pet sitter."