Catherine
Catherine
Cheerful, caring, reliable. I will treat your animals and home as if they were my own:)
About Catherine
I am a mature student within the health field and having finished my MA last year I have enjoyed taking time to explore Canada as well as Europe. I moved from the Laurentians, north of Montreal, Quebec, where I was for a number of years, to study at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. I am originally from the UK, I also lived in the Nether...
I am a mature student within the health field and having finished my MA last year I have enjoyed taking time to explore Canada as well as Europe. I moved from the Laurentians, north of Montreal, Quebec, where I was for a number of years, to study at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. I am originally from the UK, I also lived in the Netherlands for a few years, therefore I have a lot of experience with travel, changes of environment, adapting to new circumstances and making new friends - both human and furry!
I am responsible, reliable, practical and a non-smoker. My last move to take up my studies was the first where I did not had a pet, our family cats stayed with my children in their homes on my departure. I realize that pets are a part of who I am and that to house/pet sit means that I get to enjoy their company once again. I hope to continue my travels both near and far. I do have a car for sits within Canada and can rely on public transport for other locations.
I am passionate about the outdoors, enjoy hiking, cycling, snowshoe trails and skiing. I see the time interacting with your pets as a joy and would love to care for them, it would never be a chore. My first year with THS has been extremely rewarding, and as you can see from my reviews I have made some great pet friends along the way. I hope that you can leave your home and pet in my hands so as to enjoy your adventures with complete peace of mind.
Why I want to house sit
At this point after my hectic study routine, I have chosen to take the time to explore more of our great country/globe before I embark on the next stage in my life. I love to travel and am passionate about taking time to really explore an area, as well as being able to spend quality time with friends and family across Canada and Europe.
House/pet sitting means that I can live and experience many local environments and allows me the time to really immerse myself within a locality with the added bonus of a pet companion. This last move meant I could not have an animal companion and with continued travel, it will still be impossible. To house sit will mean that I get the best of all worlds, and will be able to care for and enjoy the company of your pet/s.
My experience
I have sat for friends when they have been away on business trips or holidays (see many of my pet companions with me in the photos). I am very adaptable and have been a homeowner within both the rural and urban settings so I have plenty of experience with running a place. I have loved owning cats and my children still have cats, and with nearly all my friends having dogs I am able to recognize when and if a pet needs attention or has a health issue. At the moment I am privileged as I have the time to devote to a pet. I am lucky that I have no health issues and my exercise of choice is to take a walk/hike/snowshoe and explore new areas. If you have one dog or more, who are able and willing, I will enjoy their company very much. I have been all over with my friends' dogs. I am affectionate and enthusiastic with all the pets I have had the chance to get to know.
Reviews (4)
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Ruth - Bristol, United Kingdom
20 July - 04 August 2018
We are so grateful to Catherine for all her care and consideration. She kept us up to date, was conscientious about Lokie's homeopathy, paid genuine attention to his needs while indulging his quirks, and also took care of the rest of the house. On a personal level, we found her to be really frien...
We are so grateful to Catherine for all her care and consideration. She kept us up to date, was conscientious about Lokie's homeopathy, paid genuine attention to his needs while indulging his quirks, and also took care of the rest of the house. On a personal level, we found her to be really friendly and had an immediate impression that we had made a great choice. We couldn't recommend her more.
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Gg&Chris - Marlborough, United Kingdom
30 May - 15 June 2018
Catherine was such a great sitter - super organised, very communicative and obviously adores animals. Catherine was very patient with several deliveries that we had to the house while we were away. She left the house clean and tidy, made us some lovely banana bread and a delicious salad which wer...
Catherine was such a great sitter - super organised, very communicative and obviously adores animals. Catherine was very patient with several deliveries that we had to the house while we were away. She left the house clean and tidy, made us some lovely banana bread and a delicious salad which were much appreciated! She is most welcome to sit for us anytime. Thank you Catherine!
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Josee - Montréal, Quebec, Canada
30 December - 13 April 2018
The Great Catherine.
Catherine has been the most wonderful cat sitter you could ever imagine!!!!
Catherine and I clicked immediately when we first skyped. We could not believe it and when she met my 19 year-old boy named Brino, they fell in love right away. Catherine had come over a few weeks ...The Great Catherine.
Catherine has been the most wonderful cat sitter you could ever imagine!!!!
Catherine and I clicked immediately when we first skyped. We could not believe it and when she met my 19 year-old boy named Brino, they fell in love right away. Catherine had come over a few weeks in advance to meet him and to have me explain the not so obvious things in a house.
Catherine surely spoiled him a lot....serving him huge bowls of snow which he adores, reading to him, talking to him and even sleeping with him!! Without forgetting the treats!!!!
And because of my boy's age, Catherine was very serious about giving him his pills everyday. This is certainly one of the reasons why he was such in great shape upon my return.
Since this was not enough, Catherine also took care of my 93 year-old friend and neighbor. This was not part of the deal...she chose to do it on her own.
I do not want to forget mentioning that Catherine is very intelligent, funny, autonomous, and on, and on....
Thank you so much Catherine for everything. Brino and I miss you a lot, xxx- Organised
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About Catherine
I am a mature student within the health field and having finished my MA last year I have enjoyed taking time to explore Canada as well as Europe. I moved from the Laurentians, north of Montreal, Quebec, where I was for a number of years, to study at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. I am originally from the UK, I also lived in the Netherlands for a few years, therefore I have a lot of experience with travel, changes of environment, adapting to new circumstances and making new friends - both human and furry!
I am responsible, reliable, practical and a non-smoker. My last move to take up my studies was the first where I did not had a pet, our family cats stayed with my children in their homes on my departure. I realize that pets are a part of who I am and that to house/pet sit means that I get to enjoy their company once again. I hope to continue my travels both near and far. ......
I am a mature student within the health field and having finished my MA last year I have enjoyed taking time to explore Canada as well as Europe. I moved from the Laurentians, north of Montreal, Quebec, where I was for a number of years, to study at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. I am originally from the UK, I also lived in the Netherlands for a few years, therefore I have a lot of experience with travel, changes of environment, adapting to new circumstances and making new friends - both human and furry!
I am responsible, reliable, practical and a non-smoker. My last move to take up my studies was the first where I did not had a pet, our family cats stayed with my children in their homes on my departure. I realize that pets are a part of who I am and that to house/pet sit means that I get to enjoy their company once again. I hope to continue my travels both near and far. I do have a car for sits within Canada and can rely on public transport for other locations.
I am passionate about the outdoors, enjoy hiking, cycling, snowshoe trails and skiing. I see the time interacting with your pets as a joy and would love to care for them, it would never be a chore. My first year with THS has been extremely rewarding, and as you can see from my reviews I have made some great pet friends along the way. I hope that you can leave your home and pet in my hands so as to enjoy your adventures with complete peace of mind.
Why I want to house sit
At this point after my hectic study routine, I have chosen to take the time to explore more of our great country/globe before I embark on the next stage in my life. I love to travel and am passionate about taking time to really explore an area, as well as being able to spend quality time with friends and family across Canada and Europe.
House/pet sitting means that I can live and experience many local environments and allows me the time to really immerse myself within a locality with the added bonus of a pet companion. This last move meant I could not have an animal companion and with continued travel, it will still be impossible. To house sit will mean that I get the best of all worlds, and will be able to care for and enjoy the company of your pet/s.
My experience
I have sat for friends when they have been away on business trips or holidays (see many of my pet companions with me in the photos). I am very adaptable and have been a homeowner within both the rural and urban settings so I have plenty of experience with running a place. I have loved owning cats and my children still have cats, and with nearly all my friends having dogs I am able to recognize when and if a pet needs attention or has a health issue. At the moment I am privileged as I have the time to devote to a pet. I am lucky that I have no health issues and my exercise of choice is to take a walk/hike/snowshoe and explore new areas. If you have one dog or more, who are able and willing, I will enjoy their company very much. I have been all over with my friends' dogs. I am affectionate and enthusiastic with all the pets I have had the chance to get to know.
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House & pet sitting timeline
Catherine has done 4 house sits since 2017
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BristolUnited KingdomJul - Aug 2018 -
MarlboroughUnited KingdomMay - Jun 2018 -
MontréalCanadaDec 2017 - Apr 2018 -
TorontoCanadaDec 2017
