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Mary from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Mary

Missing contact with animals!

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
6 reviews
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About Mary

I am an American expat returning from living overseas for the last 20 years -- in Russia and in the UK. Most of my professional life was spent in Washington, D.C. as a non-profit manager for various professional and trade associations. I have an interest in house design and vegetable gardening, but spend most of my time reading and writing.

I am an American expat returning from living overseas for the last 20 years -- in Russia and in the UK. Most of my professional life was spent in Washington, D.C. as a non-profit manager for various professional and trade associations. I have an interest in house design and vegetable gardening, but spend most of my time reading and writing.

Why I want to house sit

For the next several years, I want to get re-acquainted with my country. Housesitting seems a wonderful way to do that; being able to have the company of pets is an added bonus!

My experience

I’ve been around animals all my life. I grew up surrounded by farmland and am comfortable with horses, pigs and chickens, although my care of them was on an “as-needed” basis. Growing up “rural,” I am quite comfortable with snakes and spiders also. My pets included dogs, cats, gerbils, parakeets and rabbits. My sister is a veterinarian and I frequently worked in her office, helping to handle the scared or large customers, pilling and giving shots.

Reviews (6)
  • Leslie - Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., United States
    01 October - 09 October 2018

    Mary was a phenomenal cat sitter. She took to my five senior cats and they to her very quickly. She sent me wonderful, amusing and informative notes each day I was away, complete with photos and vivid descriptions. My cats Paloma, Raul, and Sasha especially loved her and slept with her every nig... 

    Mary was a phenomenal cat sitter. She took to my five senior cats and they to her very quickly. She sent me wonderful, amusing and informative notes each day I was away, complete with photos and vivid descriptions. My cats Paloma, Raul, and Sasha especially loved her and slept with her every night. Mary took the initiative to put together together a large cat condo that had arrived in the mail, so that it was ready for them when I returned. She is very knowledgeable about animals, which increased my confidence and enabled me to enjoy my time away worry-free. I came home to a spotless, sparkling house. I enjoyed our conversations very much and hope to see Mary again. I highly recommend her for house/cat sits. Best, Leslie

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  • Mallory - Arbutus, Maryland, United States
    22 August - 01 October 2018

    Mary took care of my cats and house for six weeks while I was away. I returned home to a spotless house and very happy cats! She kept their diet so they didn't get fat and smelly and she brushed my fluffy cat every day - her coat was vastly improved from when I left (I had let it get matted and... 

    Mary took care of my cats and house for six weeks while I was away. I returned home to a spotless house and very happy cats! She kept their diet so they didn't get fat and smelly and she brushed my fluffy cat every day - her coat was vastly improved from when I left (I had let it get matted and dirty). Mary mowed and weed-whacked the yard often while I was away - the neighbors said it never got overgrown, and it was trim and nice looking when I returned. I have a finicky mower, too, and she never had a problem. She sent me regular updates on the cats with pictures - she is a great communicator and her e-mails were very enjoyable!

    Highly recommend Mary as a sitter, I would gladly have her again.

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  • Liz - Reston, Virginia, United States
    22 November - 25 November 2017

    We can not recommend Mary more highly. She is a real animal lover and took great care of our cat and dog while we were away, sending us photos and updates. Equally loving attention was given to our home, and upon our return we found it even tidier than when we had left. Mary is a lovely person... 

    We can not recommend Mary more highly. She is a real animal lover and took great care of our cat and dog while we were away, sending us photos and updates. Equally loving attention was given to our home, and upon our return we found it even tidier than when we had left. Mary is a lovely person and definitely a trusted house sitter.

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About Mary

I am an American expat returning from living overseas for the last 20 years -- in Russia and in the UK. Most of my professional life was spent in Washington, D.C. as a non-profit manager for various professional and trade associations. I have an interest in house design and vegetable gardening, but spend most of my time reading and writing.

I am an American expat returning from living overseas for the last 20 years -- in Russia and in the UK. Most of my professional life was spent in Washington, D.C. as a non-profit manager for various professional and trade associations. I have an interest in house design and vegetable gardening, but spend most of my time reading and writing.

Why I want to house sit

For the next several years, I want to get re-acquainted with my country. Housesitting seems a wonderful way to do that; being able to have the company of pets is an added bonus!

My experience

I’ve been around animals all my life. I grew up surrounded by farmland and am comfortable with horses, pigs and chickens, although my care of them was on an “as-needed” basis. Growing up “rural,” I am quite comfortable with snakes and spiders also. My pets included dogs, cats, gerbils, parakeets and rabbits. My sister is a veterinarian and I frequently worked in her office, helping to handle the scared or large customers, pilling and giving shots.

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Profile Details

Age
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Occupation
non-profit association manager
Travelling as a
Single Sitter
Previous house sitting experience
Yes
Member benefits
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House & pet sitting timeline

Mary has done 8 house sits since 2016

  • Pet Sitter needed for two dogs, six chickens and a few fish...
    Pet Sitter needed for two dogs, six chickens and a few fish...
    Evans
    United States
    Nov - Dec 2018
  • Seeking occasional sitter(s) for five great cats in Washington, DC
    Seeking occasional sitter(s) for five great cats in Washington, DC
    Washington, D.C.
    United States
    Oct 2018
  • Clean and Bright Two Cat Home Near Baltimore
    Clean and Bright Two Cat Home Near Baltimore
    Arbutus
    United States
    Aug - Oct 2018
  • Sweet home in Charlottesville, VA
    Sweet home in Charlottesville, VA
    Charlottesville
    United States
    Dec 2017
  • Pet sitter needed for adorable, friendly toy rat terrier and occasionally-friendly cat just a half hour from downtown Washington, DC
    Pet sitter needed for adorable, friendly toy rat terrier and occasionally-friendly cat just a half hour from downtown Washington, DC
    Reston
    United States
    Nov 2017
  • We are looking for caring, responsible people to enjoy our home and care for our dog and to feed Alpacas
    We are looking for caring, responsible people to enjoy our home and care for our dog and to feed Alpacas
    Axbridge
    United Kingdom
    Dec 2016 - Jan 2017
  • Responsible, Reliable and Kind Cat and Flat Sitter Needed
    Responsible, Reliable and Kind Cat and Flat Sitter Needed
    Chicago
    United States
    Aug - Sep 2016
  • House sitter for 2 gorgeous dogs and to keep an eye on our house
    House sitter for 2 gorgeous dogs and to keep an eye on our house
    Wellington
    United Kingdom
    Aug 2016
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