Jane & James
Jane & James
Retired, Active Married Couple with 20+ successful house sits. Responsible, reliable and flexible on locations.
About Jane & James
"Having just returned from a 5 week trip abroad over the holidays, we are delighted to report that the capable and personable qualities of Jane and James provided us with a wonderful, worry-free vacation.
They approach their home and cat caring with a very professional yet, friendly, attitude. Nothing was too much including the daily medication ...
"Having just returned from a 5 week trip abroad over the holidays, we are delighted to report that the capable and personable qualities of Jane and James provided us with a wonderful, worry-free vacation.
They approach their home and cat caring with a very professional yet, friendly, attitude. Nothing was too much including the daily medication rituals required for our 13 year old Princess Beanie, the cat in residence. The ease with which they carefully listened and learned our routine prior to departure was a comfort and we left feeling confident they would be sensitive “cat-slaves-in-training” to the very needy Beanie.
Upon our return, we found our home exquisitely tended to and in immaculate condition....far better than when we left. Their attention to detail while we were away was invaluable as minor issues arose. Over the course of our 5 week absence, they provided updates and photos regularly via email. They were thorough in their follow-up if any questions came up that we had not previously covered before we left
Cindy B. And Princess Beanie ~ Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. January 2017”
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We are both 66 years old, responsible,honest, non-smoking, married couple who are seeking to house sit and take care of your home and pets while you are away.
James worked for the Government of Canada for 32 years and Jane worked at the Calgary Public Library for 18 years. James is a born and bred Canadian and Jane was born in England and came to Canada in 1970.
We are both keen cyclists and walkers who enjoy the outdoors and exploring new areas. In the evenings we are usually quite content to relax with a good book, TV and the company of an equally contented pet happy in their own environment.
Why we want to house sit
Early retirement and being pet free gives us the opportunity and flexibility to travel. New house and pet sits grant us the possibility to explore and enjoy a new community.
Repeat bookings are wonderful because they give us the chance to re-connect with the pets we have taken care of and the owners we have become friends with.
We like to travel and enjoy the various pets we meet along the way! It has proved to be a great way for us to enjoy our "pet fix" while we enjoy this part of our life when we are not full time pet owners. A mutually beneficial arrangement we feel.
Our experience
In the last10 years we have enjoyed over 20 successful house and pet sits in New Zealand, Canada,and various locales in the U.S.A. including Hawaii.
September 2013 we house and pet sat in Burgundy, (France), Majorca (Spain) and Malta.
July 2014 we spent 6 weeks enjoying a couple of fabulous sits in England. We returned in May 2016 and enjoyed a month pet sitting at 3 homes. September 2017 saw us enjoying 2 dog sits in Devon, U.K.
2016 saw us returning to Hawaii in March and again back to the same island in December for a delightful 5 week cat sit. And back again at both sits in late 2017!
James has a talent for making friends with even the most shy and elusive cats. In no time he is wearing a dog or cat on his lap. Jane is equally at home with dogs or cats and has raised and trained Golden Retrievers for several years. Jane has experience with horses, having owned and ridden in the Canadian Rockies. Our pet care has included various fish including the unique opportunity to hand feed an Axolotl!
We understand the importance entrusted in us to take very good care of both your home and pets and for us to adjust our schedule to your pets needs.
Our aim is for you to return to contented unstressed pets and to a home that is as clean and tidy as you left it. Our own home on Vancouver Island,BC is well maintained and respected and we extend the same care to homes we visit.
Many of our house sits have included pool care and general maintenance issues as needed.
We are also open to Home Exchanges with like minded folk who will treat our home with the same care and respect we treat the homes we sit.
We can provide excellent references and have made some wonderful friendships along the way.
We look forward to hearing from you and discussing your needs. We are happy to communicate via Skype FaceTime , email or telephone.
Reviews (14)
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Maximilian - San Francisco, California, United States
30 March - 21 April 2018
I cannot say enough good things about Jane and James and their care of our house and older cat. They are timely communicators who took better care of our house than we do! It was so great to return from our three-week trip to find the place spotless, and we especially appreciated receiving the "p...
I cannot say enough good things about Jane and James and their care of our house and older cat. They are timely communicators who took better care of our house than we do! It was so great to return from our three-week trip to find the place spotless, and we especially appreciated receiving the "portrait" of our cat.
Our only regret was not getting to spend more time with them - they are nice, and really fun, people with a lot of great stories to share!- Organised
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Response from Jane & James
We so enjoyed looking after Scribble - such a cool and laid back handsome cat.
Max and Wendie live in a wonderful neighbourhood with easy access to the Muni stations and their local shopping area. All the walks right from the house are interesting - being San Francisco be prepared for improved calf muscles with all the ups and downs!
Max and Wendie were so welcoming when we arrived and we enjoyed a very nice meal and some interesting chat ( at one of their local eateries) before their departure the next day.
Anyone who has the opportunity to sit here should consider themselves very fortunate. -
Julie - Ashburton, United Kingdom
06 September - 17 September 2017
Jane and James housesat for us with Janes sister in September. Great communication from the outset. We were sent regular update photos of Finley whilst we were away.House was left very tidy with even the bedding washed.
We would have no hesitation recommending Jane and James .Jane and James housesat for us with Janes sister in September. Great communication from the outset. We were sent regular update photos of Finley whilst we were away.House was left very tidy with even the bedding washed.
We would have no hesitation recommending Jane and James .- Organised
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Vanessa - Brixham, United Kingdom
28 August - 04 September 2017
Jane and James were wonderful sitters and come highly recommended! Great communication from the start and throughout the sit, reassuring us that our dog Bentley was left in very loving, capable hands. He got plenty of exercise, his medications were organised, and seemed very happy to be in their ...
Jane and James were wonderful sitters and come highly recommended! Great communication from the start and throughout the sit, reassuring us that our dog Bentley was left in very loving, capable hands. He got plenty of exercise, his medications were organised, and seemed very happy to be in their care.
They left the house spotless, and even changed the bedding ready for our return. We very much hope that our paths may cross again sometime, and would certainly have no hesitation in recommending them to others.
Thank you both so much! Safe travels home.- Organised
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Response from Jane & James
We really enjoyed our stay in your house and looking after Bentley who is a very sweet and good boy. We took him on various walks from the house (nice walk down to the harbour) as well as out in the car for walks further afield.
Vanessa left an excellent binder with local information which was extremely helpful and would not hesitate to recommend this sit and would be delighted to come back!
About Jane & James
"Having just returned from a 5 week trip abroad over the holidays, we are delighted to report that the capable and personable qualities of Jane and James provided us with a wonderful, worry-free vacation.
They approach their home and cat caring with a very professional yet, friendly, attitude. Nothing was too much including the daily medication rituals required for our 13 year old Princess Beanie, the cat in residence. The ease with which they carefully listened and learned our routine prior to departure was a comfort and we left feeling confident they would be sensitive “cat-slaves-in-training” to the very needy Beanie.
Upon our return, we found our home exquisitely tended to and in immaculate condition....far better than when we left. Their attention to detail while we were away was invaluable as minor issues arose. Over the course of our 5 week absence, they provided updates and......
"Having just returned from a 5 week trip abroad over the holidays, we are delighted to report that the capable and personable qualities of Jane and James provided us with a wonderful, worry-free vacation.
They approach their home and cat caring with a very professional yet, friendly, attitude. Nothing was too much including the daily medication rituals required for our 13 year old Princess Beanie, the cat in residence. The ease with which they carefully listened and learned our routine prior to departure was a comfort and we left feeling confident they would be sensitive “cat-slaves-in-training” to the very needy Beanie.
Upon our return, we found our home exquisitely tended to and in immaculate condition....far better than when we left. Their attention to detail while we were away was invaluable as minor issues arose. Over the course of our 5 week absence, they provided updates and photos regularly via email. They were thorough in their follow-up if any questions came up that we had not previously covered before we left
Cindy B. And Princess Beanie ~ Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. January 2017”
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We are both 66 years old, responsible,honest, non-smoking, married couple who are seeking to house sit and take care of your home and pets while you are away.
James worked for the Government of Canada for 32 years and Jane worked at the Calgary Public Library for 18 years. James is a born and bred Canadian and Jane was born in England and came to Canada in 1970.
We are both keen cyclists and walkers who enjoy the outdoors and exploring new areas. In the evenings we are usually quite content to relax with a good book, TV and the company of an equally contented pet happy in their own environment.
Why we want to house sit
Early retirement and being pet free gives us the opportunity and flexibility to travel. New house and pet sits grant us the possibility to explore and enjoy a new community.
Repeat bookings are wonderful because they give us the chance to re-connect with the pets we have taken care of and the owners we have become friends with.
We like to travel and enjoy the various pets we meet along the way! It has proved to be a great way for us to enjoy our "pet fix" while we enjoy this part of our life when we are not full time pet owners. A mutually beneficial arrangement we feel.
Our experience
In the last10 years we have enjoyed over 20 successful house and pet sits in New Zealand, Canada,and various locales in the U.S.A. including Hawaii.
September 2013 we house and pet sat in Burgundy, (France), Majorca (Spain) and Malta.
July 2014 we spent 6 weeks enjoying a couple of fabulous sits in England. We returned in May 2016 and enjoyed a month pet sitting at 3 homes. September 2017 saw us enjoying 2 dog sits in Devon, U.K.
2016 saw us returning to Hawaii in March and again back to the same island in December for a delightful 5 week cat sit. And back again at both sits in late 2017!
James has a talent for making friends with even the most shy and elusive cats. In no time he is wearing a dog or cat on his lap. Jane is equally at home with dogs or cats and has raised and trained Golden Retrievers for several years. Jane has experience with horses, having owned and ridden in the Canadian Rockies. Our pet care has included various fish including the unique opportunity to hand feed an Axolotl!
We understand the importance entrusted in us to take very good care of both your home and pets and for us to adjust our schedule to your pets needs.
Our aim is for you to return to contented unstressed pets and to a home that is as clean and tidy as you left it. Our own home on Vancouver Island,BC is well maintained and respected and we extend the same care to homes we visit.
Many of our house sits have included pool care and general maintenance issues as needed.
We are also open to Home Exchanges with like minded folk who will treat our home with the same care and respect we treat the homes we sit.
We can provide excellent references and have made some wonderful friendships along the way.
We look forward to hearing from you and discussing your needs. We are happy to communicate via Skype FaceTime , email or telephone.
Verifications
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Basic level
Email Address, Phone Number, External references (12)
Animal Care Experience
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Dogs
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Cats
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Reptiles
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Horses
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Fish
Availability
Preferred Countries
- Belgium
- Brazil
- Canada
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Italy
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Spain
- Switzerland
- United Kingdom
- United States
- American Samoa
- Anguilla
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Aruba
- Austria
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belarus
- Belize
- Bermuda
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- British Virgin Islands
- Bulgaria
- Cayman Islands
- Chile
- Colombia
- Cook Islands
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Curacao
- Cyprus
- Denmark
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Fiji
- French Polynesia
- Gibraltar
- Guadeloupe
- Guernsey
- Guinea
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Indonesia
- Ireland
- Jamaica
- Jersey
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Malta
- Mexico
- Micronesia
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Portugal
- Puerto Rico
- Romania
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Singapore
- Thailand
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tunisia
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- Tuvalu
- U.S. Virgin Islands
- Vanuatu
Profile Details
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Occupation
Travelling as a
Previous house sitting experience
Member benefits
Member since
House & pet sitting timeline
Jane and James have done 16 house sits since 2011
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CalgaryCanadaJul 2018 -
VictoriaCanadaJun 2018 -
San FranciscoUnited StatesMar - Apr 2018 -
AshburtonUnited KingdomSep 2017 -
BrixhamUnited KingdomAug - Sep 2017 -
CalgaryCanadaJun 2017 -
VictoriaCanadaApr - May 2017 -
West ChiltingtonUnited KingdomJun 2016 -
LondonUnited KingdomMay - Jun 2016 -
PulboroughUnited KingdomMay 2016 -
WaimeaUnited StatesMar - Apr 2016 -
VictoriaCanadaNov 2014 -
VictoriaCanadaSep 2014 -
OxfordUnited KingdomAug 2014 -
StorringtonUnited KingdomJul 2014 -
Saint-Léger-sur-DheuneFranceOct 2013
