Mandy
About Mandy
I live in Hong Kong but am now travelling periodically to the UK. I love all animals especially dogs, like walking and keeping fit. Our pooch here is a rescue dog - a mature Westie - but I'm used to many breeds big or small, bouncy puppies or elderly ladies, I love them all. We live in an apartment so I'm used to taking Bonnie out three times ...
I live in Hong Kong but am now travelling periodically to the UK. I love all animals especially dogs, like walking and keeping fit. Our pooch here is a rescue dog - a mature Westie - but I'm used to many breeds big or small, bouncy puppies or elderly ladies, I love them all. We live in an apartment so I'm used to taking Bonnie out three times a day.
I'm originally from Scotland, so used to all kinds of weather and the crazy heat of HK. I love going on hikes and exploring outdoors. I like cats too and have looked after them in the past but my dog Bonnie loves chasing them too much so we don't have any at home! I am happily married for over 25 years but unfortunately my hard working husband does not get too many holidays so many of my trips are solo or he joins me for a day or two.
I am very respectful of people's property and privacy, and like to be clean and tidy. I enjoy reading novels, am in a book club and my favourite journal is The Week so I can stay informed about the UK.
I enjoy sewing but now it tends to be more of the occasional alteration rather than the more ambitious projects of the past. I have facilitated classes for friends children and run a creative class helping people materialise their dream project!
I am a rugby fan particularly of 7s and especially love watching my son play.
I like moseying around markets and visiting museums - my favourite gallery in London is the V & A.
Why I want to house sit
My son is in school in London so I come to see him for some of his weekends off and be there for school events etc. I have quite a bit of down time on these trips between events, so it would be ideal and purposeful to look after new four legged friends and I would so thoroughly enjoy their company too.
I would very much appreciate sharing their home, rather than being in an impersonal hotel, being able to cook home food, and would relish getting to know different parts of Greater London again.
I have been very involved in my son's education, which has now morphed into a more back seat supporting role. I'm used to being busy so would like to make my trips purposeful, interesting and real.
I am highly practical and embrace new challenges and opportunities with enthusiasm and appreciation.
My experience
I am a responsible mature person who respects people's property and have owned and looked after my own properties for many years. Without being boastful, I feel I am organised, careful, adaptable, friendly and resourceful. I love all animals especially dogs and like keeping fit so exercising your pooch is not a problem.
I am committed to doing the right thing and a good communicator. Being empathetic to people's needs I treat people the way I would like to be treated myself. I appreciate being kept informed of how things are going in my absence, so would be happy to update owners about their home and animals whilst they are away.
Reviews (1)
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Robert - Walton-on-Thames, United Kingdom
12 September - 19 September 2017
This was a fantastic house sit. Mandy and Jim are a lovely couple. They absolutely loved our dog and she loved them. They took her on lots of long walks and even to a rugby match! We would recommend them wholeheartedly.
This was a fantastic house sit. Mandy and Jim are a lovely couple. They absolutely loved our dog and she loved them. They took her on lots of long walks and even to a rugby match! We would recommend them wholeheartedly.
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External references (2)
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Graham - Character Reference
10 October 2017
As her brother my reference will seem rather biased. We have always had dogs in our family. Mandy has had 2 West Highland Terriers of her own and they have been well cared for at all times. She never fails to make a fuss of our family dogs (Patterjack and Norfolk Terrier and previously 2 Westies...
As her brother my reference will seem rather biased. We have always had dogs in our family. Mandy has had 2 West Highland Terriers of her own and they have been well cared for at all times. She never fails to make a fuss of our family dogs (Patterjack and Norfolk Terrier and previously 2 Westies) and they all love(d) being around her.
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Ann - House / Pet sitting Reference
08 August 2016
Mandy has looked after our dog multiple times and our dog has always been cheerful, bouncy and healthy and SETTLED never unsettled and anxious - upon our return. I cant give enough praise to Mandy for quickly learning and adapting to our dogs routines and likes, and getting down on the floor an...
Mandy has looked after our dog multiple times and our dog has always been cheerful, bouncy and healthy and SETTLED never unsettled and anxious - upon our return. I cant give enough praise to Mandy for quickly learning and adapting to our dogs routines and likes, and getting down on the floor and playing with her!
Pets have real and honest feelings and so it has been a delight to see our dog so joyous and playful when seeing Mandy again. That doggy delight is real.
Mandy even let me know how our dog was doing when we were away by sending messages and photos! This regular communication about our dogs welfare was a great relief and comfort and even a source of family giggles.
While we were away, Mandy also looked after our many houseplants of various types in our large flat and brought the post into a secure place.
Mandy is a do-er and we will actively seek to welcome her and the arrangement again!- Organised
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About Mandy
I live in Hong Kong but am now travelling periodically to the UK. I love all animals especially dogs, like walking and keeping fit. Our pooch here is a rescue dog - a mature Westie - but I'm used to many breeds big or small, bouncy puppies or elderly ladies, I love them all. We live in an apartment so I'm used to taking Bonnie out three times a day.
I'm originally from Scotland, so used to all kinds of weather and the crazy heat of HK. I love going on hikes and exploring outdoors. I like cats too and have looked after them in the past but my dog Bonnie loves chasing them too much so we don't have any at home! I am happily married for over 25 years but unfortunately my hard working husband does not get too many holidays so many of my trips are solo or he joins me for a day or two.
I am very respectful of people's property and privacy, and like to be clean and tidy. I enjoy readi......
I live in Hong Kong but am now travelling periodically to the UK. I love all animals especially dogs, like walking and keeping fit. Our pooch here is a rescue dog - a mature Westie - but I'm used to many breeds big or small, bouncy puppies or elderly ladies, I love them all. We live in an apartment so I'm used to taking Bonnie out three times a day.
I'm originally from Scotland, so used to all kinds of weather and the crazy heat of HK. I love going on hikes and exploring outdoors. I like cats too and have looked after them in the past but my dog Bonnie loves chasing them too much so we don't have any at home! I am happily married for over 25 years but unfortunately my hard working husband does not get too many holidays so many of my trips are solo or he joins me for a day or two.
I am very respectful of people's property and privacy, and like to be clean and tidy. I enjoy reading novels, am in a book club and my favourite journal is The Week so I can stay informed about the UK.
I enjoy sewing but now it tends to be more of the occasional alteration rather than the more ambitious projects of the past. I have facilitated classes for friends children and run a creative class helping people materialise their dream project!
I am a rugby fan particularly of 7s and especially love watching my son play.
I like moseying around markets and visiting museums - my favourite gallery in London is the V & A.
Why I want to house sit
My son is in school in London so I come to see him for some of his weekends off and be there for school events etc. I have quite a bit of down time on these trips between events, so it would be ideal and purposeful to look after new four legged friends and I would so thoroughly enjoy their company too.
I would very much appreciate sharing their home, rather than being in an impersonal hotel, being able to cook home food, and would relish getting to know different parts of Greater London again.
I have been very involved in my son's education, which has now morphed into a more back seat supporting role. I'm used to being busy so would like to make my trips purposeful, interesting and real.
I am highly practical and embrace new challenges and opportunities with enthusiasm and appreciation.
My experience
I am a responsible mature person who respects people's property and have owned and looked after my own properties for many years. Without being boastful, I feel I am organised, careful, adaptable, friendly and resourceful. I love all animals especially dogs and like keeping fit so exercising your pooch is not a problem.
I am committed to doing the right thing and a good communicator. Being empathetic to people's needs I treat people the way I would like to be treated myself. I appreciate being kept informed of how things are going in my absence, so would be happy to update owners about their home and animals whilst they are away.
Verifications
Verification level
Basic level
Animal Care Experience
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Dogs
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Cats
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Fish
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Bird
Availability
Preferred Countries
Profile Details
Age
Occupation
Travelling as a
Previous house sitting experience
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Member since
House & pet sitting timeline
Mandy has done 1 house sit since 2016
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Walton-on-ThamesUnited KingdomSep 2017
