Eileen
About Eileen
I am 65 years old, have been widowed for the past 2 years. I originally come from Bolton but recently retired after running a business for 18 years, a newsagents and minimarket here in Tenerife. Previously to that I was a civil servant for 17 years. I like reading, war saga, military and crime books mainly, doing puzzles and travelling, visit...
I am 65 years old, have been widowed for the past 2 years. I originally come from Bolton but recently retired after running a business for 18 years, a newsagents and minimarket here in Tenerife. Previously to that I was a civil servant for 17 years. I like reading, war saga, military and crime books mainly, doing puzzles and travelling, visiting wildlife parks, going on day wildlife cruises and seeing monuments. Also trying out one new thing each holiday such as hot air balloon ride, helicopter ride, white water rafting, nothing too ambitious. I enjoy watching discovery and national geography on tv. Also find the summers in Tenerife too hot for me now so would prefer somewhere a little cooler.
Why I want to house sit
After loosing my husband then retiring I found it hard to find a routine and decided to travel after being restricted by the business somewhat. With that in mind I felt I could not have a pet of my own at the moment but looking after the other pets earlier this year made me decide I would like the chance to do this on a more regular basis. It would also let me travel, see places I've not been to before, be in a proper home instead of a hotel and give me a somewhat regular routine at the same time. My son suggested this site to me as he is a pet owner and used this site himself when going on holiday. I would prefer looking after small to medium dogs rather than larger dogs these days.
My experience
I was brought up with an alsation dog, cat and budgie as pets. After having my own son we had 2 dogs, a golden cross collie and a cross alsation, (both lived to 15), a cat for a short time( unfortunately a dog got to her and she had to be put down) and a cockatoo.
This year I have looked after 2 small dogs (my tenants) for a week, 2 ragdoll cats (brothers) for 3 days and helped with my son and girlfriends 2 cats and a puppy for 5 weeks whilst staying with them.
My brother has had cats for the past 30 years (4 at one point) and on my twice yearly visits to him I would help to look after them. On occasion on my own as he was working a 24 hour shift or due back from a holiday himself. Since returning from the UK this summer I have done 3 sits here in Tenerife, 2 cats, 2 dogs then 2 dogs again, one of 12 years and the other 18 years old !!! Privileged to have been able to look after Scruffy. These have been for friends so not on the site.
Reviews (6)
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Dawn - Chippenham, United Kingdom
14 September - 25 September 2018
We were pleased to have Eileen looking after Max whilst we were away. She kept us up to date on how Max was doing with photos and messages. On our return Max seemed to have bonded with Eileen and was happily playing with her and seemed happy in her company, which is our main requirement for our ...
We were pleased to have Eileen looking after Max whilst we were away. She kept us up to date on how Max was doing with photos and messages. On our return Max seemed to have bonded with Eileen and was happily playing with her and seemed happy in her company, which is our main requirement for our dog sitters! Eileen also kept our house clean and tidy too. We wish her well in her future travels and house sits and would recommend to other pet owners.
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Brian - Market Drayton, United Kingdom
04 September - 09 September 2018
What a delight Eileen is!
Our wee Rodney is going through a period of stress and anxiety and we were worried about leaving him. EIleen stepped in and showered him with love and affection and attention. We were able to go on our trip knowing Rodney was in very kind hands.What a delight Eileen is!
Our wee Rodney is going through a period of stress and anxiety and we were worried about leaving him. EIleen stepped in and showered him with love and affection and attention. We were able to go on our trip knowing Rodney was in very kind hands.- Organised
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Sarah & Charles - Crowborough, United Kingdom
14 August - 28 August 2018
Eileen sat for us looking after our dog and two cats whilst we were away. The animals were exceptionally well cared for and our dog was given long walks and went wherever Eileen went. Eileen kept in regular contact which assured us all was well.
On our return, the house was clean and tidy.
I ...Eileen sat for us looking after our dog and two cats whilst we were away. The animals were exceptionally well cared for and our dog was given long walks and went wherever Eileen went. Eileen kept in regular contact which assured us all was well.
On our return, the house was clean and tidy.
I would have no hesitation in asking Eileen to sit for us again and certainly would recommend her to anyone.- Organised
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About Eileen
I am 65 years old, have been widowed for the past 2 years. I originally come from Bolton but recently retired after running a business for 18 years, a newsagents and minimarket here in Tenerife. Previously to that I was a civil servant for 17 years. I like reading, war saga, military and crime books mainly, doing puzzles and travelling, visiting wildlife parks, going on day wildlife cruises and seeing monuments. Also trying out one new thing each holiday such as hot air balloon ride, helicopter ride, white water rafting, nothing too ambitious. I enjoy watching discovery and national geography on tv. Also find the summers in Tenerife too hot for me now so would prefer somewhere a little cooler.
I am 65 years old, have been widowed for the past 2 years. I originally come from Bolton but recently retired after running a business for 18 years, a newsagents and minimarket here in Tenerife. Previously to that I was a civil servant for 17 years. I like reading, war saga, military and crime books mainly, doing puzzles and travelling, visiting wildlife parks, going on day wildlife cruises and seeing monuments. Also trying out one new thing each holiday such as hot air balloon ride, helicopter ride, white water rafting, nothing too ambitious. I enjoy watching discovery and national geography on tv. Also find the summers in Tenerife too hot for me now so would prefer somewhere a little cooler.
Why I want to house sit
After loosing my husband then retiring I found it hard to find a routine and decided to travel after being restricted by the business somewhat. With that in mind I felt I could not have a pet of my own at the moment but looking after the other pets earlier this year made me decide I would like the chance to do this on a more regular basis. It would also let me travel, see places I've not been to before, be in a proper home instead of a hotel and give me a somewhat regular routine at the same time. My son suggested this site to me as he is a pet owner and used this site himself when going on holiday. I would prefer looking after small to medium dogs rather than larger dogs these days.
My experience
I was brought up with an alsation dog, cat and budgie as pets. After having my own son we had 2 dogs, a golden cross collie and a cross alsation, (both lived to 15), a cat for a short time( unfortunately a dog got to her and she had to be put down) and a cockatoo.
This year I have looked after 2 small dogs (my tenants) for a week, 2 ragdoll cats (brothers) for 3 days and helped with my son and girlfriends 2 cats and a puppy for 5 weeks whilst staying with them.
My brother has had cats for the past 30 years (4 at one point) and on my twice yearly visits to him I would help to look after them. On occasion on my own as he was working a 24 hour shift or due back from a holiday himself. Since returning from the UK this summer I have done 3 sits here in Tenerife, 2 cats, 2 dogs then 2 dogs again, one of 12 years and the other 18 years old !!! Privileged to have been able to look after Scruffy. These have been for friends so not on the site.
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Eileen has done 6 house sits since 2018
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ChippenhamUnited KingdomSep 2018 -
Market DraytonUnited KingdomSep 2018 -
CrowboroughUnited KingdomAug 2018 -
CrowthorneUnited KingdomJul - Aug 2018 -
Wood GreenUnited KingdomJul 2018 -
GomshallUnited KingdomJul 2018
