Heather & Stephen
About Heather & Stephen
I am a freelance writer and my husband, Steve, is a university professor. We are empty nesters (56 and 60) who have downsized from a Cape Cod in the country to a condo in the city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada--so we are better situated to devote more time to travel! Steve and I are both former volunteer firefighters, with a situational aware...
I am a freelance writer and my husband, Steve, is a university professor. We are empty nesters (56 and 60) who have downsized from a Cape Cod in the country to a condo in the city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada--so we are better situated to devote more time to travel! Steve and I are both former volunteer firefighters, with a situational awareness of health and safety.
Why we want to house sit
We both have a bit of insatiable wanderlust when it comes to exploring new environs—and are also a little ungrounded without animals, which makes house and pet sitting a perfect fit for us. This year we are looking to get away during the holiday season, a popular time for travel; a good time to enjoy another place and cover off the care of pets at the same time.
Our experience
We have looked after pets and homes for friends, family and beyond on numerous occasions.
One highlight was in Feb 2015 when we were responsible for a farm owned by Shirley and Allan Gray, in Hawke's Bay, NZ. There were three cats, four dogs, several (exotic) birds, 30 or so chickens and approx 40 sheep. Plus two elderly pet sheep. In truth, the dogs looked after the sheep (and fortunately a neighbour looked after the unmentioned cattle.) We were happy to talk to Shirley and Allan daily or whenever they called to report the day's activities! As well as hanging out with the animals we loved having Shirley's library card for our occasional jaunts to a cafe in town.
As a volunteer, I provide care for cats pre and post surgery in an ongoing TNR (trap, neuter/spay, return) program in my city, helping to reduce the outdoor cat overpopulation. All of which is to say I am not afraid to get my hands dirty, if warranted.
Reviews (1)
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Kevin & Sheila - Montpellier, France
12 February - 15 March 2017
Heather and Stephen did an excellent job. They were conscientious and cared well for both our cat, Mr. Darcy, and our home. We'd be happy to have them sit for us again.
Heather and Stephen did an excellent job. They were conscientious and cared well for both our cat, Mr. Darcy, and our home. We'd be happy to have them sit for us again.
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- Self-sufficient
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- Tidy
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- Pet care
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External references (1)
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Elaine And Bill - House / Pet sitting Reference
31 December 2016
We have known Heather and Steve for 10 years. We met them through our sailing club and got to know them at various social events in our community. Heather is a lady and Steve, a gentleman. They have taken care of our cat while we were on vacation and also checked on our property. Both are famil...
We have known Heather and Steve for 10 years. We met them through our sailing club and got to know them at various social events in our community. Heather is a lady and Steve, a gentleman. They have taken care of our cat while we were on vacation and also checked on our property. Both are familiar with property and home care and make excellent candidates for for house sitting. They are a practical, intelligent and honest couple - an asset for anyone looking for trustworthy housesitters.
- Organised
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- Reliable
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- Self-sufficient
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- Tidy
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- Pet care
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About Heather & Stephen
I am a freelance writer and my husband, Steve, is a university professor. We are empty nesters (56 and 60) who have downsized from a Cape Cod in the country to a condo in the city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada--so we are better situated to devote more time to travel! Steve and I are both former volunteer firefighters, with a situational awareness of health and safety.
I am a freelance writer and my husband, Steve, is a university professor. We are empty nesters (56 and 60) who have downsized from a Cape Cod in the country to a condo in the city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada--so we are better situated to devote more time to travel! Steve and I are both former volunteer firefighters, with a situational awareness of health and safety.
Why we want to house sit
We both have a bit of insatiable wanderlust when it comes to exploring new environs—and are also a little ungrounded without animals, which makes house and pet sitting a perfect fit for us. This year we are looking to get away during the holiday season, a popular time for travel; a good time to enjoy another place and cover off the care of pets at the same time.
Our experience
We have looked after pets and homes for friends, family and beyond on numerous occasions.
One highlight was in Feb 2015 when we were responsible for a farm owned by Shirley and Allan Gray, in Hawke's Bay, NZ. There were three cats, four dogs, several (exotic) birds, 30 or so chickens and approx 40 sheep. Plus two elderly pet sheep. In truth, the dogs looked after the sheep (and fortunately a neighbour looked after the unmentioned cattle.) We were happy to talk to Shirley and Allan daily or whenever they called to report the day's activities! As well as hanging out with the animals we loved having Shirley's library card for our occasional jaunts to a cafe in town.
As a volunteer, I provide care for cats pre and post surgery in an ongoing TNR (trap, neuter/spay, return) program in my city, helping to reduce the outdoor cat overpopulation. All of which is to say I am not afraid to get my hands dirty, if warranted.
Verifications
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Basic level
Animal Care Experience
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Dogs
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Cats
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Poultry
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Farm animals
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Bird
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Small pet
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Previous house sitting experience
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House & pet sitting timeline
Heather and Stephen have done 1 house sit since 2016
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MontpellierFranceFeb - Mar 2017
