Mary
Responsible house carer with pet care experience
About Mary
Hello, I am interested in exploring new countries and if I can make some new 4 legged friends along the way, that would be perfect! I have a genuine love of animals. So much so that I left a career in graphic design to start my own tiny pet sitting business in NYC. I enjoyed doing my best to provide friendly, courteous and caring service for eac...
Hello, I am interested in exploring new countries and if I can make some new 4 legged friends along the way, that would be perfect! I have a genuine love of animals. So much so that I left a career in graphic design to start my own tiny pet sitting business in NYC. I enjoyed doing my best to provide friendly, courteous and caring service for each customer and their pet. I have years of experience caring for many breeds and temperaments from the smiling Laradoodle who just wants to be buddies to the aloof British Shorthair who secretly wants tons of cuddles.
Some of my travels are solo and some are with my partner. It depends on location and timing so feel free to ask if you prefer a solo house sitter or need more details.
I'm easy going, level headed, respectful of other's beliefs and opinions. I prefer compromise and simplicity in life. I avoid people who take advantage of others. Life is too short to be a jerk. Be a decent person, be honest (don't tell someone their kid is ugly, but you know....) and be mindful.
So-
-A house with pets is preferable, but not necessary.
-Non smoker, though it doesn't bother me when other people smoke.
-Basic amenities within walking (or public transport) distance would be great.
-Bugs and rodents due to a dirty living condition would not be a good fit. I'm admittedly phobic about bugs, though I understand everyone has the occasional critter wander through. I respect people's space and I ask for the same in return. On the plus side, my phobia has led me to be very clean and tidy!
Why I want to house sit
Traveling by means of house sitting seems like a great way to explore yet to have a bit of grounding or familiarity. I'd like the opportunity to build new friendships and maintain a level of responsibility while enjoying new surroundings, traditions, ways of life. Caring for animals is my specialty and preference, but I'm open to house sitting without animals to care for as well.
My experience
I have years of experience caring for dogs, cats and some birds with certification in animal first aid & CPR. I don't know about farm animals, but willing to learn! As a pet care provider, I was personally responsible for securely handling home and apartment keys for 50+ customers, providing honest and reliable service, making valuable connections and lasting friendships with lovely people and animals. Please feel free to ask if you have any questions. I'm happy to share more details.
Reviews (11)
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Asif - Chicago, Illinois, United States
20 November - 25 November 2018
Mary was a wonderful sitter. She left our apartment in better shape than we left it in, was a great communicator, and our pets loved her. We would absolutely have her house sit for us again and I can't recommend her more.
Mary was a wonderful sitter. She left our apartment in better shape than we left it in, was a great communicator, and our pets loved her. We would absolutely have her house sit for us again and I can't recommend her more.
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Andrea - Frankfurt am Main, Germany
17 July - 28 July 2018
Mary was a wonderful housesitter. She was responsive and clear in terms of communication and with a bit of overlap at the house, i had the chance to get to know her better as well and feel comfortable that i was leaving my precious cats in the best possible hands. She clearly loves pets, is a ...
Mary was a wonderful housesitter. She was responsive and clear in terms of communication and with a bit of overlap at the house, i had the chance to get to know her better as well and feel comfortable that i was leaving my precious cats in the best possible hands. She clearly loves pets, is a great companion for them - i am not sure Dobby left her alone during her time at our home. She kept us updated on how everything was going and i can thoroughly recommend her to anyone looking for a great pet and housesitter. Look forward to seeing her again one day.
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Francesca - London, United Kingdom
11 October - 18 October 2017
It was a pleasure to have Mary as house sitter. She looked after my dog and cat in a wonderful way, sending picture and update every day. She couldn't do better than that. I spend my holiday in absolutely peace of mind. I definitely recommend Mary and a big thanks to her.
It was a pleasure to have Mary as house sitter. She looked after my dog and cat in a wonderful way, sending picture and update every day. She couldn't do better than that. I spend my holiday in absolutely peace of mind. I definitely recommend Mary and a big thanks to her.
About Mary
Hello, I am interested in exploring new countries and if I can make some new 4 legged friends along the way, that would be perfect! I have a genuine love of animals. So much so that I left a career in graphic design to start my own tiny pet sitting business in NYC. I enjoyed doing my best to provide friendly, courteous and caring service for each customer and their pet. I have years of experience caring for many breeds and temperaments from the smiling Laradoodle who just wants to be buddies to the aloof British Shorthair who secretly wants tons of cuddles.
Some of my travels are solo and some are with my partner. It depends on location and timing so feel free to ask if you prefer a solo house sitter or need more details.
I'm easy going, level headed, respectful of other's beliefs and opinions. I prefer compromise and simplicity in life. I avoid people who take advantage of others. L......
Hello, I am interested in exploring new countries and if I can make some new 4 legged friends along the way, that would be perfect! I have a genuine love of animals. So much so that I left a career in graphic design to start my own tiny pet sitting business in NYC. I enjoyed doing my best to provide friendly, courteous and caring service for each customer and their pet. I have years of experience caring for many breeds and temperaments from the smiling Laradoodle who just wants to be buddies to the aloof British Shorthair who secretly wants tons of cuddles.
Some of my travels are solo and some are with my partner. It depends on location and timing so feel free to ask if you prefer a solo house sitter or need more details.
I'm easy going, level headed, respectful of other's beliefs and opinions. I prefer compromise and simplicity in life. I avoid people who take advantage of others. Life is too short to be a jerk. Be a decent person, be honest (don't tell someone their kid is ugly, but you know....) and be mindful.
So-
-A house with pets is preferable, but not necessary.
-Non smoker, though it doesn't bother me when other people smoke.
-Basic amenities within walking (or public transport) distance would be great.
-Bugs and rodents due to a dirty living condition would not be a good fit. I'm admittedly phobic about bugs, though I understand everyone has the occasional critter wander through. I respect people's space and I ask for the same in return. On the plus side, my phobia has led me to be very clean and tidy!
Why I want to house sit
Traveling by means of house sitting seems like a great way to explore yet to have a bit of grounding or familiarity. I'd like the opportunity to build new friendships and maintain a level of responsibility while enjoying new surroundings, traditions, ways of life. Caring for animals is my specialty and preference, but I'm open to house sitting without animals to care for as well.
My experience
I have years of experience caring for dogs, cats and some birds with certification in animal first aid & CPR. I don't know about farm animals, but willing to learn! As a pet care provider, I was personally responsible for securely handling home and apartment keys for 50+ customers, providing honest and reliable service, making valuable connections and lasting friendships with lovely people and animals. Please feel free to ask if you have any questions. I'm happy to share more details.
Verifications
Verification level
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Email Address, Phone Number, External references (3), Identity & Document Check, Criminal Background Check (issue date: 11 Jun 2017)
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Animal Care Experience
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Dogs
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Cats
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Bird
Availability
Preferred Countries
- Belgium
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Italy
- Netherlands
- Spain
- United Kingdom
- Aland Islands
- Albania
- Andorra
- Antarctica
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Austria
- Belarus
- Bolivia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bouvet Island
- Bulgaria
- Cambodia
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Ecuador
- Estonia
- Faroe Islands
- Finland
- French Southern Territories
- Gibraltar
- Grenada
- Guernsey
- Heard Island and McDonald Islands
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Japan
- Jersey
- Kosovo
- Laos
- Latvia
- Lebanon
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macedonia
- Malaysia
- Malta
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- Nepal
- Nicaragua
- Norway
- Panama
- Peru
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- San Marino
- Serbia
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
- Svalbard and Jan Mayen
- Sweden
- Taiwan
- Thailand
- Turkey
- Ukraine
- Uruguay
- Vatican
- Vietnam
Profile Details
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Travelling as a
Previous house sitting experience
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Member since
House & pet sitting timeline
Mary has done 13 house sits since 2017
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ChicagoUnited StatesNov 2018 -
New York CityUnited StatesAug - Sep 2018 -
Frankfurt am MainGermanyJul 2018 -
LondonUnited KingdomJan 2018 -
Kingston upon ThamesUnited KingdomDec 2017 - Jan 2018 -
LasswadeUnited KingdomDec 2017 -
LondonUnited KingdomNov - Dec 2017 -
PeacehavenUnited KingdomNov 2017 -
LondonUnited KingdomOct - Nov 2017 -
SolihullUnited KingdomOct 2017 -
LondonUnited KingdomOct 2017 -
SudburyUnited KingdomSep - Oct 2017 -
QueensUnited StatesJun - Jul 2017
