Madison & Lou
We're a creative, animal-adoring couple from Melbourne, Australia!
Our experience
10+ years
Anyone who has an animal companion, and not just a ‘pet’, knows they are not dissimilar to humans—they have entire personalities, with their own set of needs, preferences, and quirks. We've experienced it all—from those who are mature and…
Matilda
cocker spaniel
Cared for
Blondie
borzoi
Cared for
Tui
german shorthaired pointer
Cared for
Soap
french bulldog
Cared for
Otis
whippet
Cared for
Obie
burmese
Cared for
Percy
tonkinese
Cared for
Mumbles
rescue cat
Cared for
Sammy
rescue cat
Cared for
Dwight
american shorthair
Cared for
Reviews (21)

I couldn't have asked for better house-sitters than Madison and Lou. It was the first time I had left my dog with anyone other than family, so it was…

Madison and Lou should be the official ambassadors of Trusted Housesitters. Our puppy Chico got treated as a member of their family: perceived, cared for…

***** 5 stars all the way ***** Came home to a very happy puppy & a clean house Madison & Lou were excellent communicators, sending me updates and photos of…

The dream sitters! Second time here looking after our lurcher Nelson and our house. The best experience you could possibly have with a sitter, Maddison and…

Madison and Lou were absolutely lovely, took wonderful care of Konami, super communicative and all round great. Would not hesitate to recommend them and…
References (5)
Stephanie
Madison & Lou looked after Stephanie’s pets & home
Madison is an amazing house and pet sitter! She took care of my dog Soap like he was her own. Super reliable, and she even sent me cute pics to keep me in the loop. If you need someone chill and responsible, Madison's your go-to. Highly recommend her – she's the real deal!
Caring
Reliable
Animal-lover
Reference from Madison & Lou’s friend
06 December 2023
About Madison & Lou
Hi! We are Madison and Lou, a long-term couple (15 years), currently enjoying some long-term slow travelling. Back at home in Melbourne, we run a creative Design, Strategy and Art Direction practice together. Being in a creative field…
Lou
Why we want to house sit
During our travels, pet sitting has become a non-negotiable. The joy that little friends bring to the journey (and their warm and inspiring, well lived-in homes) cannot be found at a hotel or airbnb. Nor can the human relationships we’re…