Mary lou
About Mary lou
I am an active, healthy, financially secure, 60 year old, non-smoking, retired nurse and semi-retired business owner, mother and grandmother. I am happy traveling on my own but often travel with my female partner of 18 years or my sister from Vancouver, BC, Canada. My partner works as Behavioural Theraputic Assistant. She holds a Socialwork dip...
I am an active, healthy, financially secure, 60 year old, non-smoking, retired nurse and semi-retired business owner, mother and grandmother. I am happy traveling on my own but often travel with my female partner of 18 years or my sister from Vancouver, BC, Canada. My partner works as Behavioural Theraputic Assistant. She holds a Socialwork diploma as well as a degree in Human Services Administration. My sister is a physician who is presently working as an open heart surgical assistant as she winds down her career in Vancouver, BC.
I enjoy a quiet lifestyle. I prefer music and reading to television. I love to immerse myself in nature, local entertainment and culture, but also enjoy settling in for enjoyable days at home.
I have been a homeowner for 40 years. Our home is full of healthy house planets and gardens surround both our house and cabin. Early to bed and early to rise. I have a passion for learning new skills and have recently mastered (well almost
Why I want to house sit
Housesitting has always interested me. I prefer the more personal side to travel than a hotel can offer me. I am happy in small homes, cottages, houseboats, large homes, apartments or condos, out of town or right in the centre of a City.
A home with pets offers me the comforts of home while experiencing the newness of traveling to new locations. Having the benefit of pets during my travels creates the perfect balance whether I’m traveling solo or with another person.
I love animals and would certainly snuggle, exercise and care for your animals just as you would. I take all of my commitments very seriously and would not enter into an agreement that I cannot keep.
Thanks for taking the time to read my profile. Hopefully it offers you the comfort and confidence that you need to contact me with any further questions that you may have.
With kindest regards,
Mary Lou
My experience
I have cared for pets of friends and family many, many times over the years, as well as my TrustedHouse sitter assignments. I am very comfort with most animals large or small. Your pets will be well cared for, watched over and loved just as your house will be.
I have pets for over 40 years. At present I have 2 little Maltese/ Shih Tzu ladies (one is a Tri-pawed). I have raised litters of rough collies, Shih tzu/Maltese puppies: what a joy to watch those little ones as they grew. I also have owned 2 majestic, American Eskimos, 2 Lassie dogs so I am comfortable with both large and small dogs. I have been blessed to have 3 dogs live to age of 16. Though their senior years came with challenges, we met them graciously together.
I believe in gentle, positive praise and consistent handling while dealing with any animals. I have owned an African grey parrot, a cockatiel, 2 lovebirds (they argued all time time, lol), large fresh water fish tanks and outdoor koi ponds.
Reviews (5)
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Ruth - Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
13 April - 17 April 2018
Mary Lou was the perfect house/pet sitter. Bowzer loved her. Mary Lou sent me pictures of him snuggling on the sofa with her and she even let him sleep with her (his favourite) :). When Mary Lou brought back the key today, Bowzer was soooo happy to see her again.
Mary Lou is very professional...Mary Lou was the perfect house/pet sitter. Bowzer loved her. Mary Lou sent me pictures of him snuggling on the sofa with her and she even let him sleep with her (his favourite) :). When Mary Lou brought back the key today, Bowzer was soooo happy to see her again.
Mary Lou is very professional and well versed in the operations of a home. She is a contractor and wanted to know/see where my electrical panel was as well as the furnace/hot water system. Mary Lou was very sure to make sure that I returned home before she returned the house key - in any event that she needed to return to take care of Bowzer.
Mary is very kind and considerate. On top of the cute pictures and texts re Bowzer that she sent me while I was away, I returned home to the most generous and sweet welcome home present. Awaiting me was a framed picture of Bowzer with a note from him, a sweet home made card and the 'piece de resistance' a box of Mary Lou's homemade chocolates.
I would highly recommend Mary Lou to look after your house and pet. I will definitely be looking to have her back.- Organised
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Response from Mary lou
Your kind words are very generous and very much appreciated! Keep your chocolate tin ready for refills
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Narda - Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
04 April - 07 April 2018
Finding Mary Lou for a housesit was like finding a treasure chest full o' wonderful things (chocolates, even! ^.^)!! She shared complete ease with care of our two kitties, home, and birds, giving medicine, attention, and much love. Mary Lou has an energy that immediately dispelled my worry and co...
Finding Mary Lou for a housesit was like finding a treasure chest full o' wonderful things (chocolates, even! ^.^)!! She shared complete ease with care of our two kitties, home, and birds, giving medicine, attention, and much love. Mary Lou has an energy that immediately dispelled my worry and concern and instead built an assurance of focus and commitment. She is absolutely hilarious from a human perspective, and was able to bring out perfect goofiness in one of the kitties, too! We were truly gifted to have Mary Lou as our sitter and hope for more in the future. Thank you So Much!!
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Response from Mary lou
Thank you so much for the kind review. I not only enjoyed my time at your home and with your kitties but it was an absolute pleasure to have met you. Your skidish kitty Sydney proved to be a pushover and your frail but precious and sweet Tequila stole my heart. Thank you again for sharing your world with me!
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Ashley - Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
10 March - 12 March 2018
We have nothing but good things to say about Mary Lou! Where to begin. She took great care of our dog, making sure she was outdoors all weekend and playing with other dogs/children. We received many pictures/videos which was very comforting, and it made us so happy knowing they were having a grea...
We have nothing but good things to say about Mary Lou! Where to begin. She took great care of our dog, making sure she was outdoors all weekend and playing with other dogs/children. We received many pictures/videos which was very comforting, and it made us so happy knowing they were having a great weekend as well. Mary Lou gave us some very good training tips, and ensured she was well taken care of. Nova clearly misses her already, and we cannot say thank you enough! Although they spent a majority of the time outside of our home, it was well maintained and checked before we came back.
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Response from Mary lou
Thanks for letting Nova and I go on the road trip on such a beautiful weekend. She is a doll!
About Mary lou
I am an active, healthy, financially secure, 60 year old, non-smoking, retired nurse and semi-retired business owner, mother and grandmother. I am happy traveling on my own but often travel with my female partner of 18 years or my sister from Vancouver, BC, Canada. My partner works as Behavioural Theraputic Assistant. She holds a Socialwork diploma as well as a degree in Human Services Administration. My sister is a physician who is presently working as an open heart surgical assistant as she winds down her career in Vancouver, BC.
I enjoy a quiet lifestyle. I prefer music and reading to television. I love to immerse myself in nature, local entertainment and culture, but also enjoy settling in for enjoyable days at home.
I have been a homeowner for 40 years. Our home is full of healthy house planets and gardens surround both our house and cabin. Early to bed and early to rise. I......
I am an active, healthy, financially secure, 60 year old, non-smoking, retired nurse and semi-retired business owner, mother and grandmother. I am happy traveling on my own but often travel with my female partner of 18 years or my sister from Vancouver, BC, Canada. My partner works as Behavioural Theraputic Assistant. She holds a Socialwork diploma as well as a degree in Human Services Administration. My sister is a physician who is presently working as an open heart surgical assistant as she winds down her career in Vancouver, BC.
I enjoy a quiet lifestyle. I prefer music and reading to television. I love to immerse myself in nature, local entertainment and culture, but also enjoy settling in for enjoyable days at home.
I have been a homeowner for 40 years. Our home is full of healthy house planets and gardens surround both our house and cabin. Early to bed and early to rise. I have a passion for learning new skills and have recently mastered (well almost
Why I want to house sit
Housesitting has always interested me. I prefer the more personal side to travel than a hotel can offer me. I am happy in small homes, cottages, houseboats, large homes, apartments or condos, out of town or right in the centre of a City.
A home with pets offers me the comforts of home while experiencing the newness of traveling to new locations. Having the benefit of pets during my travels creates the perfect balance whether I’m traveling solo or with another person.
I love animals and would certainly snuggle, exercise and care for your animals just as you would. I take all of my commitments very seriously and would not enter into an agreement that I cannot keep.
Thanks for taking the time to read my profile. Hopefully it offers you the comfort and confidence that you need to contact me with any further questions that you may have.
With kindest regards,
Mary Lou
My experience
I have cared for pets of friends and family many, many times over the years, as well as my TrustedHouse sitter assignments. I am very comfort with most animals large or small. Your pets will be well cared for, watched over and loved just as your house will be.
I have pets for over 40 years. At present I have 2 little Maltese/ Shih Tzu ladies (one is a Tri-pawed). I have raised litters of rough collies, Shih tzu/Maltese puppies: what a joy to watch those little ones as they grew. I also have owned 2 majestic, American Eskimos, 2 Lassie dogs so I am comfortable with both large and small dogs. I have been blessed to have 3 dogs live to age of 16. Though their senior years came with challenges, we met them graciously together.
I believe in gentle, positive praise and consistent handling while dealing with any animals. I have owned an African grey parrot, a cockatiel, 2 lovebirds (they argued all time time, lol), large fresh water fish tanks and outdoor koi ponds.
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Animal Care Experience
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Dogs
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Cats
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Horses
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Fish
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Poultry
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Bird
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Small pet
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House & pet sitting timeline
Mary lou has done 5 house sits since 2017
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EdmontonCanadaApr 2018 -
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BeaumontCanadaFeb 2018 -
EdmontonCanadaJan 2018
