Cynthia & Gianni
Cynthia & Gianni
Passionate Animal Lovers, Reliable, Mindful, Experienced
About Cynthia & Gianni
Hi, my name is Cynthia. After working as a Project Manager in Developing countries I opened a small business restoring Italian historic properties and working with my husband until his retirement. I currently do freelance specialty translations for colleagues in the food/wine and engineering fields so may be working from your home during our ...
Hi, my name is Cynthia. After working as a Project Manager in Developing countries I opened a small business restoring Italian historic properties and working with my husband until his retirement. I currently do freelance specialty translations for colleagues in the food/wine and engineering fields so may be working from your home during our stay (good wifi will be necessary). My husband Gianni is a retired engineer, builder and entrepreneur. Over the years he started up and ran companies in Nautical Air Conditioning, Systems Design and Maintenance for Hospitals, Construction of Specialty Structures for the Italian Govt such as prisons and military bases (with special high security clearance) and a Golf Resort. We are now enjoy splitting our time between our two homes in Puglia and Sicily and continuing our passion for travelling every chance we get. We are active in several food/wine groups in Italy (slowfood etc) and love exploring local markets, foraging and cooking. We share a passion for restoring old cars, theater, photography and….chocolate. We love the outdoors and activities such as fishing, swimming, snorkeling and walking dogs when weather allows and curling up with a good book and when it doesn't.
Why we want to house sit
Gianni and I have a healthy sense of adventure and desire to explore the world. The only thing we love more than travelling are our pets…we have two large rescue dogs ( a Wolfhound mix and a Corso mix) and one cat (the boss) and due to their size bringing them with us isn’t always possible. We began using TrustedHousitters for our furry family and fell in love with the idea of being surrounded by pets even when away from ours. We love the symmetry of house/dogsitters with homes and pets of their own caring for the homes and pets of others. While we are at your home there will be family or sitters with our furry family sending us updates just as we will do for you. Housesitting also gives us the chance to travel slowly, we love to putter around and sit back and observe the local environment and there’s no better way to do this than when out for explorative walks with dogs around the neighborhood. If I’m working on a translation Gianni always has a good book with him and enjoys the peace and quiet. At the end of the day we are perfectly happy to fix a nice meal and spend the evening at home with your pets and enjoy their company.
Our experience
As animal lovers and owners using housesitters for our pets we know exactly what it feels like to entrust your most precious asset to others. We understand the separation anxiety that your pets may feel and will respect their nature whether it be to look for extra snuggles or perhaps a little space. We understand the importance of routines, dietary guidelines, grooming and will follow your instructions and monitor your pets for any changes and keep you fully informed. We were both raised with dogs and have extensive experience with XL dogs (Great Danes, Maremanno, Old English Sheepdogs, Cane Corso, German Shepherd, Rottweiler, Scottish Deerhound and Irish Wolfhound) as well as small breeds and have owned both short and long-haired cats (Himalayan). We are accustomed to daily grooming to keep coats clean and tangle free and applying medicine or giving pills is no problem. We’re here for you and your pets and take the responsibility very seriously. As homeowners (we have had several historic properties including a large country estate with acreage & olive trees and swimming pools) we know household systems and understand the importance of seasonal maintenance and are prepared to deal with issues that may arise according to your needs. We are discrete, honest, reliable and respectful of your property and surroundings. We are attentive to security issues and your home will be kept safe and secure. We know the joy of returning to happy, healthy pets and a clean home and this is what we aim to provide you on your return.Feel free to have a look at my TH Homeowner profile and feedback from sittershttps://www.trustedhousesitters.com/house-and-pet-sitting-assignments/italy/sicily/siracusa/l/100059/ I can also provide copies of recent USA and Italian Police Check upon request.
External references (6)
-
Carole - Character Reference
20 March 2018
Very comfortable well equipped home. In a beautiful position, but might be a bit remote for some people. I loved it! You definitely need a car.
Contact with hosts was perfect, regular, but not intrusive. They took the time to show me around the area and let me know about events and places o...Very comfortable well equipped home. In a beautiful position, but might be a bit remote for some people. I loved it! You definitely need a car.
Contact with hosts was perfect, regular, but not intrusive. They took the time to show me around the area and let me know about events and places of interest. 2 very affectionate large dogs, and 2 self sufficient cats who enjoy human company. Q- Organised
-
- Reliable
-
- Self-sufficient
-
- Tidy
-
-
Deborah - Character Reference
19 March 2018
Cynthia Louthan was the perfect house sitter for me during my many travels for work. Not only did she give my blue Persian, Borleo, the necessary attention, she gave him the affection he needed during my long absences. Cynthia also took excellent care of my home, making sure that it was in great ...
Cynthia Louthan was the perfect house sitter for me during my many travels for work. Not only did she give my blue Persian, Borleo, the necessary attention, she gave him the affection he needed during my long absences. Cynthia also took excellent care of my home, making sure that it was in great condition each time I returned. She even performed as my business assistant when the need arose! Whether you are taking a short trip or an extended vacation, you will be blessed to have Cynthia Louthan as your house /pet sitter.
- Organised
-
- Reliable
-
- Self-sufficient
-
- Tidy
-
-
Annamaria - House / Pet sitting Reference
19 March 2018
We had never left our Cane Corso Napo' with sitters before and were a bit nervous as he's a large dog that can be difficult to manage but when we returned he jumped into their car to go with them!
Cynthia and Gianni have returned several times since then to sit for Napo' and our two cats and we a...We had never left our Cane Corso Napo' with sitters before and were a bit nervous as he's a large dog that can be difficult to manage but when we returned he jumped into their car to go with them!
Cynthia and Gianni have returned several times since then to sit for Napo' and our two cats and we always feels absolutely confident that our home and pets are receiving the best possible care and are able to completely relax on vacation. When Napo' had a problem with his paw they took him directly to our vet and when we got home it was already healed thanks to their scrupulous care.
Gianni and Cynthia also take great care of our home located in the countryside in southern Italy keeping everything tidy and sicure leavng everything in perfect order and are always respectful of our space and privacy.- Organised
-
- Reliable
-
- Self-sufficient
-
- Tidy
-
- Pet care
-
-
Raffaele - House / Pet sitting Reference
18 March 2018
Cynthia and Gianni have looked after my home and dog in Salento (Italy) on numerous occasions since 2015 when I was on extended travel to the UK.
Cynthia and Gianni were absolutely great and have always surpassed all expectations as far as taking care of my dog "Leo" as if he was their own as wel...Cynthia and Gianni have looked after my home and dog in Salento (Italy) on numerous occasions since 2015 when I was on extended travel to the UK.
Cynthia and Gianni were absolutely great and have always surpassed all expectations as far as taking care of my dog "Leo" as if he was their own as well as keeping my house clean and orderly. In addition they kept me informed regarding deliveries and would pick up packages occasionally as I left my car for their use.
I can personally vouch for their trustworthiness and diligence in taking care of pets and homes with utmost discretion.
I highly recommend them without hesitation.- Organised
-
- Reliable
-
- Self-sufficient
-
- Tidy
-
- Pet care
-
-
Sally - House / Pet sitting Reference
17 March 2018
Cynthia & Giani are a quiet & respectful couple. (& Cynthia is an amazing cook). They are not “party” folks. Very family (& gentle dog owners)oriented. I would feel very comfortable for them to have an extended stay in my home. Cynthia would leave my neat home in an immaculate condition.
Sally ...Cynthia & Giani are a quiet & respectful couple. (& Cynthia is an amazing cook). They are not “party” folks. Very family (& gentle dog owners)oriented. I would feel very comfortable for them to have an extended stay in my home. Cynthia would leave my neat home in an immaculate condition.
Sally Ellis
4007 Longwood Dr
Fredericksburg VA. USA- Organised
-
- Reliable
-
- Self-sufficient
-
- Tidy
-
- Pet care
-
-
Linda - House / Pet sitting Reference
14 March 2018
Our home, dogs and cats all received great care from Cynthia and Gianni. It gives such piece of mind to have a couple staying with your pets who love and understand the physical and emotional needs of animals. They have real experience with woodstoves , general household mantainance/ troubleshoo...
Our home, dogs and cats all received great care from Cynthia and Gianni. It gives such piece of mind to have a couple staying with your pets who love and understand the physical and emotional needs of animals. They have real experience with woodstoves , general household mantainance/ troubleshooting. Extremely self-sufficient housesitters capable of critic thinking.
Our home looked better when we returned then when we left! and our pets were calm and happy. We recommendthem highly- Organised
-
- Reliable
-
- Self-sufficient
-
- Tidy
-
- Pet care
-
About Cynthia & Gianni
Hi, my name is Cynthia. After working as a Project Manager in Developing countries I opened a small business restoring Italian historic properties and working with my husband until his retirement. I currently do freelance specialty translations for colleagues in the food/wine and engineering fields so may be working from your home during our stay (good wifi will be necessary). My husband Gianni is a retired engineer, builder and entrepreneur. Over the years he started up and ran companies in Nautical Air Conditioning, Systems Design and Maintenance for Hospitals, Construction of Specialty Structures for the Italian Govt such as prisons and military bases (with special high security clearance) and a Golf Resort. We are now enjoy splitting our time between our two homes in Puglia and Sicily and continuing our passion for travelling every chance we get. We a......
Hi, my name is Cynthia. After working as a Project Manager in Developing countries I opened a small business restoring Italian historic properties and working with my husband until his retirement. I currently do freelance specialty translations for colleagues in the food/wine and engineering fields so may be working from your home during our stay (good wifi will be necessary). My husband Gianni is a retired engineer, builder and entrepreneur. Over the years he started up and ran companies in Nautical Air Conditioning, Systems Design and Maintenance for Hospitals, Construction of Specialty Structures for the Italian Govt such as prisons and military bases (with special high security clearance) and a Golf Resort. We are now enjoy splitting our time between our two homes in Puglia and Sicily and continuing our passion for travelling every chance we get. We are active in several food/wine groups in Italy (slowfood etc) and love exploring local markets, foraging and cooking. We share a passion for restoring old cars, theater, photography and….chocolate. We love the outdoors and activities such as fishing, swimming, snorkeling and walking dogs when weather allows and curling up with a good book and when it doesn't.
Why we want to house sit
Gianni and I have a healthy sense of adventure and desire to explore the world. The only thing we love more than travelling are our pets…we have two large rescue dogs ( a Wolfhound mix and a Corso mix) and one cat (the boss) and due to their size bringing them with us isn’t always possible. We began using TrustedHousitters for our furry family and fell in love with the idea of being surrounded by pets even when away from ours. We love the symmetry of house/dogsitters with homes and pets of their own caring for the homes and pets of others. While we are at your home there will be family or sitters with our furry family sending us updates just as we will do for you. Housesitting also gives us the chance to travel slowly, we love to putter around and sit back and observe the local environment and there’s no better way to do this than when out for explorative walks with dogs around the neighborhood. If I’m working on a translation Gianni always has a good book with him and enjoys the peace and quiet. At the end of the day we are perfectly happy to fix a nice meal and spend the evening at home with your pets and enjoy their company.
Our experience
As animal lovers and owners using housesitters for our pets we know exactly what it feels like to entrust your most precious asset to others. We understand the separation anxiety that your pets may feel and will respect their nature whether it be to look for extra snuggles or perhaps a little space. We understand the importance of routines, dietary guidelines, grooming and will follow your instructions and monitor your pets for any changes and keep you fully informed. We were both raised with dogs and have extensive experience with XL dogs (Great Danes, Maremanno, Old English Sheepdogs, Cane Corso, German Shepherd, Rottweiler, Scottish Deerhound and Irish Wolfhound) as well as small breeds and have owned both short and long-haired cats (Himalayan). We are accustomed to daily grooming to keep coats clean and tangle free and applying medicine or giving pills is no problem. We’re here for you and your pets and take the responsibility very seriously. As homeowners (we have had several historic properties including a large country estate with acreage & olive trees and swimming pools) we know household systems and understand the importance of seasonal maintenance and are prepared to deal with issues that may arise according to your needs. We are discrete, honest, reliable and respectful of your property and surroundings. We are attentive to security issues and your home will be kept safe and secure. We know the joy of returning to happy, healthy pets and a clean home and this is what we aim to provide you on your return.Feel free to have a look at my TH Homeowner profile and feedback from sittershttps://www.trustedhousesitters.com/house-and-pet-sitting-assignments/italy/sicily/siracusa/l/100059/ I can also provide copies of recent USA and Italian Police Check upon request.
Verifications
Verification level
Standard level
Email Address, Phone Number, External references (6), Identity
All Standard Verification checks are carried out by a specialist 3rd Party
Animal Care Experience
-
Dogs
-
Cats
-
Reptiles
-
Horses
-
Fish
-
Small pet
Availability
Preferred Countries
Profile Details
Age
Occupation
Travelling as a
Previous house sitting experience
Member benefits
