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Linda & James

This is a brilliant travel opportunity with the benefit of pet companionship.

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Our experience

Jim and I have just concluded a two week housesit in Petaluma California. It was with two wonderful cats, Charlie and Willie on approximately 21/2 acres. We thoroughly enjoyed both the cats and the property. As we love pets and own our own

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Yvonne

Linda and James were thoughtful pet sitters and house guests. They were diligent in understanding how to care for Russell and the house, and the week went

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Austin, TX, US · 23 Dec - 29 Dec 2024
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Jill

It was a delight to meet Linda and Jim. They were the perfect sitters for Jeffery and Jemma, our two rescue dogs. Their calm nature and willingness to accept

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Woburn Sands, United Kingdom · 11 Apr - 20 Apr 2024
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Rebecca

Linda & James were excellent at communicating. Coming direct from Canada we had several email exchanges and sorted out everything for their arrival easily

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Exeter, United Kingdom · 14 Mar - 07 Apr 2024

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Evelyn & Ria

It was our first "sit" so I was very anxious that Ria would be happy and comfortable. To say that it went well is a huge understatement. Linda & Jim are very lovely people. We liked them from the minute they walked into our home. More importantly Ria did too. She is a shy, quiet dog and only really comes alive when there is a ball being thrown for her!! But she went to Linda & Jim almost immediately and the bond was formed. They walked and played with her regularly, I believe that a routine was quickly established and Ria loved it. In fact I think she may even have been a little disappointed when we arrived home !! Not only had they looked after Ria but our home too. I have absolutely no hesitation at all in saying that they are truly wonderful people who really cared and loved Ria. If they sit for you it will be a terrific experience for you and your dog.

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About Linda & James

I am retired from academia, Comparative Literature and Textiles, but am still active writing and researching material culture from the Ancient World on which my dissertation was based. I enjoy pets, gardening, and music of many kinds. Jim

Linda

Age65+OccupationRetired University ProfessorLives inDavis, United States
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James

Age65+OccupationRetired builder/developer

Why we want to house sit

Sadly The Count who lived 22 years passed, perpetuating our desire to house/pet sit. We like traveling and see this as an interesting way to do so, because it also contributes to other pet owner's mobility. We are active, curious, healthy

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