Michele
Michele
Retired mum having 5 years off and travelling while daughter is at university.
About Michele
During the years of raising my now-adult children, I/we have had numerous beloved pets that we cared for responsibly and lovingly, they were part of our family. Pets over the years which add to my pet-caring experience are dogs large, medium and small, cats, a rabbit, guinea pig, hamsters, and small birds. I enjoy taking dogs for lovely long wal...
During the years of raising my now-adult children, I/we have had numerous beloved pets that we cared for responsibly and lovingly, they were part of our family. Pets over the years which add to my pet-caring experience are dogs large, medium and small, cats, a rabbit, guinea pig, hamsters, and small birds. I enjoy taking dogs for lovely long walks, playing with them by throwing their toys to fetch (develops their playful personality), cuddling with kitties and other smaller pets, and generally find that giving love and attention to the pets comes naturally as I enjoy their company.
I also enjoy a bit of gardening, and love tending to flowers and herbs. If I'm not outdoors with the pets, I could be found curled up with a book or rustling up something in the kitchen.
Why I want to house sit
My daughter is studying at Southern New Hampshire University, USA, and my son is living independently (with our two doggies), so this is now my opportunity to have 5 years off, travel extensively and see the world before I settle down again sometime somewhere! But having some pet-company in the course of my solo-travels will make the journey complete...
My experience
I have varied pet-care experience, 2 successful sits (Boston USA and Portsmouth UK) with lovely reviews that you can read, and I also have years of experience in managing my own home as a sole home-owner. I generally know what to do should there be any household situation requiring urgent attention. If the grass becomes long, I will be out there with the lawn-mower, as I am certainly fit, healthy and able to do it! Although I hope to be available in New Hampshire/Massachusetts area for Housesitting, I am also very familiar with the Surrey, UK area as I have visited there annually for the past 15 years. Will be looking to do housesitting during 2019 in Thailand, Europe, Panama, Ireland in addition to New Hampshire, Massachusetts and United Kingdom...loving the travel and the company of the furry friends to care for!
Reviews (2)
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Carol - Portsmouth, United Kingdom
16 September - 30 September 2018
Michelle has just completed a two week sit for my three dogs. Also fed the wild birds for me and looked after the pond fish. I cannot express enough just how wondeful Michelle turned out to be.
Michelle came a few days before I was leaving and we were able to go over everything that was import...Michelle has just completed a two week sit for my three dogs. Also fed the wild birds for me and looked after the pond fish. I cannot express enough just how wondeful Michelle turned out to be.
Michelle came a few days before I was leaving and we were able to go over everything that was important. It gave her time to get to know. their routines. Buddy is blind so it was good for him to get to know who was going to be around. Nelly is three legged and could be stubborn on walks sometimes. It was a great feeling when I left for my holiday as I had really taken to Michelle and I just knew she was going to care for them perfectly. While I was away I had near on dalily updates as I requested so I knew all was well. On my return I could tell how well they had been looked after. My house was spotless and food was available on our return. I’m hoping Michelle will return to look after my babies again for our next holiday.
Michelle is a very kind, confident and knowledgeable lady who is interesting and interested. So easy to talk and get along with. You can tell when she talks to your dogs that she genuinely cares and takes the role of their sitter very seriously. I couldn’t have asked for a more from a house and dog sitter. Thank you Michelle.- Organised
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Beverly - Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts, United States
06 September - 12 September 2018
Michele was absolutely wonderful in caring for my 3 elderly yorkies (Sam, Shyla, and Roya). While they are all on a special diet, I must give her a A+ in making sure Sam who was the most difficult to feed - she followed through exactly to how I had to hand feed him. She gave them such wonderfu...
Michele was absolutely wonderful in caring for my 3 elderly yorkies (Sam, Shyla, and Roya). While they are all on a special diet, I must give her a A+ in making sure Sam who was the most difficult to feed - she followed through exactly to how I had to hand feed him. She gave them such wonderful care and attention that I truly felt at ease while I was away. The house was kept just as I left it. Clean and not worry insight when I came home. She made my return from vacation a true vacation. Making sure I didn't have to do any extra work in regards to linen or towels. Came home and just unpacked! She bonded with my dogs so well that when I DID come back they had to do a double take that was in deed me back! I would highly recommend Michele to anyone looking for a pet sitter our house sitter. She is just wonderful in caring for them and the house. She has become a good friend and I would Welcome Michele back anytime to care for my precious 3 yorkies.
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External references (2)
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Gary - Character Reference
26 May 2018
I have known michele for 30 years. She has always proved to be extremely loyal and trustworthy. She is an individual with the highest integrity. She is a reliable efficient individual whom I have no problem recommending for any task
I have known michele for 30 years. She has always proved to be extremely loyal and trustworthy. She is an individual with the highest integrity. She is a reliable efficient individual whom I have no problem recommending for any task
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Anell - Character Reference
16 May 2018
I have known Michelle for 4 years and can confirm she is very honest, reliable and very meticulous. She places attention to detail and is extremely caring and reliable. She cares for a persons’ home and animal children as if they are her own. Her strong values, ethical behavior, honesty and relia...
I have known Michelle for 4 years and can confirm she is very honest, reliable and very meticulous. She places attention to detail and is extremely caring and reliable. She cares for a persons’ home and animal children as if they are her own. Her strong values, ethical behavior, honesty and reliability cannot allow for you to wish for a better sitter for your home and/or animal children.
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- Reliable
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- Self-sufficient
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- Tidy
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About Michele
During the years of raising my now-adult children, I/we have had numerous beloved pets that we cared for responsibly and lovingly, they were part of our family. Pets over the years which add to my pet-caring experience are dogs large, medium and small, cats, a rabbit, guinea pig, hamsters, and small birds. I enjoy taking dogs for lovely long walks, playing with them by throwing their toys to fetch (develops their playful personality), cuddling with kitties and other smaller pets, and generally find that giving love and attention to the pets comes naturally as I enjoy their company.
I also enjoy a bit of gardening, and love tending to flowers and herbs. If I'm not outdoors with the pets, I could be found curled up with a book or rustling up something in the kitchen.
During the years of raising my now-adult children, I/we have had numerous beloved pets that we cared for responsibly and lovingly, they were part of our family. Pets over the years which add to my pet-caring experience are dogs large, medium and small, cats, a rabbit, guinea pig, hamsters, and small birds. I enjoy taking dogs for lovely long walks, playing with them by throwing their toys to fetch (develops their playful personality), cuddling with kitties and other smaller pets, and generally find that giving love and attention to the pets comes naturally as I enjoy their company.
I also enjoy a bit of gardening, and love tending to flowers and herbs. If I'm not outdoors with the pets, I could be found curled up with a book or rustling up something in the kitchen.
Why I want to house sit
My daughter is studying at Southern New Hampshire University, USA, and my son is living independently (with our two doggies), so this is now my opportunity to have 5 years off, travel extensively and see the world before I settle down again sometime somewhere! But having some pet-company in the course of my solo-travels will make the journey complete...
My experience
I have varied pet-care experience, 2 successful sits (Boston USA and Portsmouth UK) with lovely reviews that you can read, and I also have years of experience in managing my own home as a sole home-owner. I generally know what to do should there be any household situation requiring urgent attention. If the grass becomes long, I will be out there with the lawn-mower, as I am certainly fit, healthy and able to do it! Although I hope to be available in New Hampshire/Massachusetts area for Housesitting, I am also very familiar with the Surrey, UK area as I have visited there annually for the past 15 years. Will be looking to do housesitting during 2019 in Thailand, Europe, Panama, Ireland in addition to New Hampshire, Massachusetts and United Kingdom...loving the travel and the company of the furry friends to care for!
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Dogs
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Cats
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Small pet
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House & pet sitting timeline
Michele has done 2 house sits since 2018
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PortsmouthUnited KingdomSep 2018 -
Wellesley HillsUnited StatesSep 2018
