Jennifer
Jennifer
Mature Canadian woman, former pilot, retired executive in aviation safety & security
About Jennifer
Hello, my name is Jennifer. I have recently retired from a career as an aviation safety/security director in the Canadian government, and moved full time to Costa Rica. As a home owner with a pet, I respect and understand the importance of being able to shut the door behind you when you travel, confident in the fact that your home and pets are...
Hello, my name is Jennifer. I have recently retired from a career as an aviation safety/security director in the Canadian government, and moved full time to Costa Rica. As a home owner with a pet, I respect and understand the importance of being able to shut the door behind you when you travel, confident in the fact that your home and pets are in the best hands! I live in a small village in Costa Rica and volunteer for two non-profit groups in the community....one of which is the local community security committee. I believe in actively involving oneself in ways to "give back" and love finding new ways to use my organizational and problem-solving skills in ways that benefit others
Why I want to house sit
My career in aviation provided me with the opportunity to travel, but I could only stay short periods at a time. In addition to my Ragdoll cat Siena, travel is one of my passions. Being retired, I have the flexibility and time to stay longer at those placesI I love to experience different cultures, languages, and enjoy immersing myself in local life. I find this way of traveling to suit me better than staying in big hotels. I know how hard it is to find a trustworthy sitter who won't let you down, and I'd like to give you that feeling of security when you travel, while at the same time enjoying the opportunity to explore new places in the world! I am conscientious, caring and have an eye for detail, so will take exceptional care of your furry kids and your property while you are away.
My experience
A lifetime of owning different properties, from condos to country homes, and the knowledge that comes with this. I am adept at problem-solving in a home, and in managing service employees, such as gardeners, maintenance workers and cleaners. I grew up with family pets from cats and dogs to hamsters, birds, turtles and fish. As an adult I have always had at least one pet to care for. My safety and security background has provided me with the skills to calmly respond to emergencies, and to manage issues as and when they come up. There isn't much that phases me. I adapt easily and do not take myself too seriously ...it's best to maintain a sense of humour! Although I speak English, I also speak Spanish and passable French. I'm the most down-to-earth, reliable, sensible person you'll find...and I don't smoke!! Perfect for caring for your beloved pets and minding your home while you travel, worry-free!
Reviews (2)
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Lisa - Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
18 July 2014
Jennifer was our first trusted housesitter and we were extremely pleased. We have a spoiled, lovable, little dog, and lots of work in the garden. Jennifer took on both with enthusiasm and competence. She emailed us daily with pictures, and we felt like everything at home was in excellent hands. ...
Jennifer was our first trusted housesitter and we were extremely pleased. We have a spoiled, lovable, little dog, and lots of work in the garden. Jennifer took on both with enthusiasm and competence. She emailed us daily with pictures, and we felt like everything at home was in excellent hands. We arrived home to a well tended yard, flowers on the table, a meal ready to go and a happy dog! You couldn't ask for more. We would hope to have Jennifer house sit for us again and that is the best reference.
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Leslie - Orosí, Costa Rica
19 March 2014
Jennifer is a house sitter dream come true! Having had many house sitters over the years (each with their own set of disasters), it was the very first time ever, that I had absolutely no worries or problems when I returned home. She sent me daily photos of my precious cats whom she took amazing...
Jennifer is a house sitter dream come true! Having had many house sitters over the years (each with their own set of disasters), it was the very first time ever, that I had absolutely no worries or problems when I returned home. She sent me daily photos of my precious cats whom she took amazing care of (they adored her), and she graciously dealt with a finicky refrigerator, power and internet outages without a single complaint. She stayed in regular communication with me, and she was very easy to reach on her cell phone. And then I received the biggest surprise of all, when I came home to a perfectly clean house. It simply does not get any better than that! I whole-heartedly recommend Jennifer to take excellent care of your home, pets and plants. She is a person of honesty and integrity.
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Lenore & Dean - House / Pet sitting Reference
05 June 2014
We couldn't be more pleased having Jennifer take care of our house. She acted in a very professional manner from the beginning.
Our cat is aging and required some tender loving care which she provided.
We are in Costa Rica with intense rain storms and bats outside our bedroom. She t...We couldn't be more pleased having Jennifer take care of our house. She acted in a very professional manner from the beginning.
Our cat is aging and required some tender loving care which she provided.
We are in Costa Rica with intense rain storms and bats outside our bedroom. She took care of all challenges gracefully and without complaint.
We would highly recommend her to anyone who needs a calm, capable and trustworthy house-sitter to take care of their home and pets.- Organised
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Jim - House / Pet sitting Reference
07 January 2014
There is nobody we would trust more than Jennifer to take care of our home. Our home sits high on a mountain in the jungle of Costa Rica. With that comes many unique challenges and it takes a special person to have the knowledge and responsibility to take care of problems that might arise. Our ...
There is nobody we would trust more than Jennifer to take care of our home. Our home sits high on a mountain in the jungle of Costa Rica. With that comes many unique challenges and it takes a special person to have the knowledge and responsibility to take care of problems that might arise. Our dog Maya also has special needs and Jennifer was very loving and attentive to her. We highly recommend Jennifer as a house sitter.
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Jan - House / Pet sitting Reference
07 January 2014
We live in the Costa Rican rainforest on a steep road, 1100 ft. up a mountain. There are potential issues with drainage, water supply and electricity. Jennifer managed the household and dog sat for 2 weeks and we did not have a worry in the world. She sent e-mails regarding the daily activities ...
We live in the Costa Rican rainforest on a steep road, 1100 ft. up a mountain. There are potential issues with drainage, water supply and electricity. Jennifer managed the household and dog sat for 2 weeks and we did not have a worry in the world. She sent e-mails regarding the daily activities of our dog, pool maintenance, house keeper visits and landscape maintenance. We felt completely free to relax during our vacation knowing our home and dog were being taken care of with efficiency and a lot of love. The house was spotless when we returned and all of the service providers had been managed as well. A big thanks to Jennifer Taylor for taking the "fear" out of leaving our home and dog.
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Pennie - Character Reference
10 November 2013
Jennifer and I have been friends for more than 5 years. Recently we bought and share a home together. She is thoughtful, responsible and caring. Jennifer as a pet owner is kind and conscientious and ensures "Siena" has the best care. As indicated on the scoring, I highly recommend her to care for...
Jennifer and I have been friends for more than 5 years. Recently we bought and share a home together. She is thoughtful, responsible and caring. Jennifer as a pet owner is kind and conscientious and ensures "Siena" has the best care. As indicated on the scoring, I highly recommend her to care for the pets and homes of others.
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Hans & Caroline - Character Reference
10 November 2013
When you can have Jennifer as a house- and pet sitter, you are a very lucky person.
I know Jennifer as independent, responsible, to the point and very caring for animals and people.
Jennifer and I work together in a non-profit organization. The board is very creative, Jennifer keeps us focused ...When you can have Jennifer as a house- and pet sitter, you are a very lucky person.
I know Jennifer as independent, responsible, to the point and very caring for animals and people.
Jennifer and I work together in a non-profit organization. The board is very creative, Jennifer keeps us focused and on track....not an easy job!
I highly recommend Jennifer to anyone who wants to have a piece of mind during their absence.- Organised
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Scott - Character Reference
10 November 2013
I heartily endorse Jennifer. She is solid as a rock. I would easily trust her with my house and pets.
I heartily endorse Jennifer. She is solid as a rock. I would easily trust her with my house and pets.
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Judy - Character Reference
10 November 2013
I have known and worked with Jennifer for over 14 years. She is highly respected by her friends and colleagues and is extremely reliable. She pays attention to detail and will always ensure that her affairs are in order. She is a self sufficient and an independent woman.
I would not hesitat...I have known and worked with Jennifer for over 14 years. She is highly respected by her friends and colleagues and is extremely reliable. She pays attention to detail and will always ensure that her affairs are in order. She is a self sufficient and an independent woman.
I would not hesitate to recommend Jennifer to house sit. I would trust her explicitly to take care of my home and pets.- Organised
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Janet - House / Pet sitting Reference
10 November 2013
I have known Jennifer as a friend and business colleague for almost 10 years. During that time Jenn has, on more than one occasion, taken care of my home (collecting mail, checking house security , etc.) and was my cat's primary caregiver during my absence. He loved going to Jennifer's house!!!
...I have known Jennifer as a friend and business colleague for almost 10 years. During that time Jenn has, on more than one occasion, taken care of my home (collecting mail, checking house security , etc.) and was my cat's primary caregiver during my absence. He loved going to Jennifer's house!!!
Jenn was, and is, las reliable and responsible as anyone could wish for in taking care of other peoples possessions and furry friends .
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About Jennifer
Hello, my name is Jennifer. I have recently retired from a career as an aviation safety/security director in the Canadian government, and moved full time to Costa Rica. As a home owner with a pet, I respect and understand the importance of being able to shut the door behind you when you travel, confident in the fact that your home and pets are in the best hands! I live in a small village in Costa Rica and volunteer for two non-profit groups in the community....one of which is the local community security committee. I believe in actively involving oneself in ways to "give back" and love finding new ways to use my organizational and problem-solving skills in ways that benefit others
Hello, my name is Jennifer. I have recently retired from a career as an aviation safety/security director in the Canadian government, and moved full time to Costa Rica. As a home owner with a pet, I respect and understand the importance of being able to shut the door behind you when you travel, confident in the fact that your home and pets are in the best hands! I live in a small village in Costa Rica and volunteer for two non-profit groups in the community....one of which is the local community security committee. I believe in actively involving oneself in ways to "give back" and love finding new ways to use my organizational and problem-solving skills in ways that benefit others
Why I want to house sit
My career in aviation provided me with the opportunity to travel, but I could only stay short periods at a time. In addition to my Ragdoll cat Siena, travel is one of my passions. Being retired, I have the flexibility and time to stay longer at those placesI I love to experience different cultures, languages, and enjoy immersing myself in local life. I find this way of traveling to suit me better than staying in big hotels. I know how hard it is to find a trustworthy sitter who won't let you down, and I'd like to give you that feeling of security when you travel, while at the same time enjoying the opportunity to explore new places in the world! I am conscientious, caring and have an eye for detail, so will take exceptional care of your furry kids and your property while you are away.
My experience
A lifetime of owning different properties, from condos to country homes, and the knowledge that comes with this. I am adept at problem-solving in a home, and in managing service employees, such as gardeners, maintenance workers and cleaners. I grew up with family pets from cats and dogs to hamsters, birds, turtles and fish. As an adult I have always had at least one pet to care for. My safety and security background has provided me with the skills to calmly respond to emergencies, and to manage issues as and when they come up. There isn't much that phases me. I adapt easily and do not take myself too seriously ...it's best to maintain a sense of humour! Although I speak English, I also speak Spanish and passable French. I'm the most down-to-earth, reliable, sensible person you'll find...and I don't smoke!! Perfect for caring for your beloved pets and minding your home while you travel, worry-free!
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Email Address, External references (8)
Animal Care Experience
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Availability
Preferred Countries
- Canada
- Anguilla
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Aruba
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Bermuda
- Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba
- British Virgin Islands
- Cayman Islands
- Costa Rica
- Cuba
- Curacao
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Grenada
- Guatemala
- Martinique
- Mexico
- Montserrat
- Panama
- Puerto Rico
- Saint Barthelemy
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Martin
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Sint Maarten
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- U.S. Virgin Islands
Profile Details
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Travelling as a
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House & pet sitting timeline
Jennifer has done 3 house sits since 2013
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AlcúdiaSpainDec 2014 -
VancouverCanadaJul 2014 -
OrosíCosta RicaMar 2014
