Mary lou
About Mary lou
I am an active, healthy, financially secure, 61 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, 61 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) the skill of moulded chocolates.
Security check: I have passed all required security checks to hold an active Nexus card. NEXUS is a joint Canada Border Services Agency and U.S. Customs and Border Protection operated Trusted Traveler and expedited border control program designed for pre-approved, low-risk traveler.
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 numerous TrustedHouse sitter assignments. My TrustedHouse sits have taken me from a 6,000 sq ft house with an infinity pool/hot tub in Scottsdale to cozy and welcoming apartment condos in San Francisco, Basel Switzerland and Leiden Netherlands. 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 owned 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 the age of 16. Though their senior years came with challenges, we met them graciously together. I have also shared my life with the joy and company of loving cats, each with their own personality and set of needs. I have owned an African grey parrot, a cockatiel, 2 lovebirds (not sure they even liked each other, they argued all time, lol), large fresh water fish aquariums and a beautiful outdoor koi pond.I believe in gentle, positive praise and consistent handling when dealing with any animals. I am able to recognize anxiety in animals and offer them quiet comfort and confidence.
Reviews (8)
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Morna - Leiden, Netherlands
22 October - 26 October 2018
I'm so glad I chose Mary lou to housesit! She is a cheerful, kind and caring person who took wonderful care of my dog Coco and cat Jack for a week in the Netherlands whilst I was away. I am usually rather anxious about leaving my animals but as soon as I met Mary lou I knew that all would be...
I'm so glad I chose Mary lou to housesit! She is a cheerful, kind and caring person who took wonderful care of my dog Coco and cat Jack for a week in the Netherlands whilst I was away. I am usually rather anxious about leaving my animals but as soon as I met Mary lou I knew that all would be well and I had made the right decision in choosing her to house and pet sit. Mary lou provided me with many updates and photos of my pets and was always contactable and replied to any messages promptly. It was clear from the photos and videos that Mary lou sent me that the animals were very relaxed and happy around her and were being spoilt with love, playtime and attention. Mary lou is a genuine and trustworthy person who loves animals and will give you complete peace of mind that everything is ok at home whilst you are away. She took super care of Coco the dog when Coco had an upset stomach and needed medication. The house was immaculately clean and tidy when I got home and had been very well looked after and it was lovely arriving home to a huge pot of vegetable soup that Mary Lou had made for me! I have no hesitation in highly recommending Mary lou for any pet/housesitting position and really hope that she can come back again one day for another housesit.
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Louisa - Basel, Switzerland
28 September - 16 October 2018
In my 2.5years on this site, Mary Lou is without a doubt the best sitter I have ever had. Even ahead of the sit, her enthusiasm to sit the boys, and proactivity with organization were super reassuring. Throughout the sit I got regular updates with lots of photos that assured me the cats were supe...
In my 2.5years on this site, Mary Lou is without a doubt the best sitter I have ever had. Even ahead of the sit, her enthusiasm to sit the boys, and proactivity with organization were super reassuring. Throughout the sit I got regular updates with lots of photos that assured me the cats were super happy. While I was away, the dry food ran out and she had absolutely no qualms about replacing - and indeed I returned to the flat where she had attentively replaced anything she had used (which was not at all necessary but so very kind of her)! The flat was immaculate, and honestly such a relief to come home to a flat I could just relax into - and not even worry about dinner after my long travels, as Mary Lou had made me the most delicious home made veggie soup!!
I am 100% serious when I say that I will be asking Mary Lou back to sit again, if I can tempt her, and I 100% recommend her for looking after your own pets!- Organised
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Response from Mary lou
Thank you Louisa!
Your kind and generous words they are gratefully and humbly appreciated.
The 19 days I spent with your boys, in your wonderful, light and bright flat, went by all too quickly. As I said, I hated to close the door for the last time:-(
Ron and Oscar were just the perfect company for me as a solo traveller. Tons of cuddles, purrs, entertaining moments, mischievous antics along with a couple of serious conversations:-) Your boys truly are joyful kitties that obviously love each other.
Your kitties are joyous, your home is delightful and it’s location was absolutely perfect for those wanting to journey by foot, bus or train. All of this along with your welcoming and accommodating ways made this petsit an absolute 10.
Thank you for trusting me with your most prized possessions and making sure that everything was setup for a successful sit.
YES, I would love a return visit. Tell the boys I’ll be back:-)
Warm hugs for all!
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Manuel - San Francisco, California, United States
04 May - 07 May 2018
We just had our first experience in trustedhousitters hosting Marie Lou at home petsitting our two small dogs and it has been absolutely perfect.
We had an Skype conversation with her and she was super nice, organized and clear about times and dates. We met the night before the sitting to give he...We just had our first experience in trustedhousitters hosting Marie Lou at home petsitting our two small dogs and it has been absolutely perfect.
We had an Skype conversation with her and she was super nice, organized and clear about times and dates. We met the night before the sitting to give her a copy of the keys and to show her the house and, we felt absolutely connected with her from the beginning. It was really nice talking with her.
During her sitting, she sent us pictures of the dogs every day, they looked sooo happy with her. And, when we came back home, we found the house spotless, we had no words, she took care of the bed linen, towels, etc. Everything was extremely clean and so tidy, we were amazed.
Apart from that, she left a few nice gifts for us, some chocolates and also she printed two nice portraits of our dogs and put them in two frames. We were so happy when we came from our trip and we saw it.
We feel that we found a new friend and, we would love that she come back in the future to our place, the dogs loved her and we couldn't be more lucky finding her.
Choose Mary Lou as a pet sitter if you are lucky and have this opportinity, she is just the best!- Organised
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Response from Mary lou
Your positive feedback is very much appreciated. My sister Teresa and I thoroughly enjoyed our time in your home and with your two sweet puppies. Thank you and I trust that our paths will cross again. Enjoy your wonderful life of adventure!
Cheers!
Mary Lou
About Mary lou
I am an active, healthy, financially secure, 61 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 hav......
I am an active, healthy, financially secure, 61 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) the skill of moulded chocolates.
Security check: I have passed all required security checks to hold an active Nexus card. NEXUS is a joint Canada Border Services Agency and U.S. Customs and Border Protection operated Trusted Traveler and expedited border control program designed for pre-approved, low-risk traveler.
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 numerous TrustedHouse sitter assignments. My TrustedHouse sits have taken me from a 6,000 sq ft house with an infinity pool/hot tub in Scottsdale to cozy and welcoming apartment condos in San Francisco, Basel Switzerland and Leiden Netherlands. 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 owned 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 the age of 16. Though their senior years came with challenges, we met them graciously together. I have also shared my life with the joy and company of loving cats, each with their own personality and set of needs. I have owned an African grey parrot, a cockatiel, 2 lovebirds (not sure they even liked each other, they argued all time, lol), large fresh water fish aquariums and a beautiful outdoor koi pond.I believe in gentle, positive praise and consistent handling when dealing with any animals. I am able to recognize anxiety in animals and offer them quiet comfort and confidence.
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House & pet sitting timeline
Mary lou has done 8 house sits since 2017
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LeidenNetherlandsOct 2018 -
BaselSwitzerlandSep - Oct 2018 -
San FranciscoUnited StatesMay 2018 -
EdmontonCanadaApr 2018 -
EdmontonCanadaApr 2018 -
EdmontonCanadaMar 2018 -
BeaumontCanadaFeb 2018 -
EdmontonCanadaJan 2018
