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Joan marian from Port Townsend, Washington, United States
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Joan marian

Active and responsible animal lover and home/garden steward.

Port Townsend, Washington, United States
9 reviews
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About Joan marian

Hello!
I am a positive, kind, active and youthful 71 year old non-smoking woman in good health. I follow directions well and am flexible and resilient. I love and attract dogs and cats wherever I travel and appreciate the routine of taking long dog walks, chucking balls and frisbees for retrievers, keeping up with active dogs and caring for...

Hello!
I am a positive, kind, active and youthful 71 year old non-smoking woman in good health. I follow directions well and am flexible and resilient. I love and attract dogs and cats wherever I travel and appreciate the routine of taking long dog walks, chucking balls and frisbees for retrievers, keeping up with active dogs and caring for elderly, less active special needs best friends.

Why I want to house sit

I want to continue traveling and experience diversity in where and how people live in the world. I’m comfortable traveling and living solo with time for writing and reading, sketching, yoga and meditation while caring responsibly for your home and pets.

My experience

I have owned homes, raised children and cared for and loved many pets; large and small dogs, cats, birds, fish, chickens, hamsters, guinea pigs and mice. I am comfortable with horses and other livestock, mucking out stalls and grooming. I have experience with sheep, goats and Llamas . I am respectful of the homes and possessions of others and keep homes neat and clean.

I retired from a long and responsible career in commercial banking and economic development non profit work (with time out to own a restaurant) in May 2017, sold my home and traveled solo for 3 months in Southern Europe and the Balkans. I enjoy immersing in the culture and languages of the countries I visit and have a decent knowledge of French, German, Italian, Spanish and my native English with an American accent.

Reviews (9)
  • 06 January - 08 January 2019

    Joan just completed a 3 day house and kitty sit for me and I am happy to recommend her to anyone who wants a loving and trustworthy person to stay and look after house and fur babies! She is warm and loving, my kitties were well cared for,and she kept in touch with us, including photos of the ca... 

    Joan just completed a 3 day house and kitty sit for me and I am happy to recommend her to anyone who wants a loving and trustworthy person to stay and look after house and fur babies! She is warm and loving, my kitties were well cared for,and she kept in touch with us, including photos of the cats in her emails to us. She also left the house in great shape.
    I highly recommend her!

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  • 22 November - 25 November 2018

    Joan was a great cat sitter with a calm and pleasant demeanor. She stayed with us the evening before and jumped right in to put all of our dishes away from the dishwasher. She also took good care of the cats and sent photos of them as well as the sunrises and flowers. We could tell she appreciat... 

    Joan was a great cat sitter with a calm and pleasant demeanor. She stayed with us the evening before and jumped right in to put all of our dishes away from the dishwasher. She also took good care of the cats and sent photos of them as well as the sunrises and flowers. We could tell she appreciated the scenery and the view from our house.
    I would highly recommend Joan as your next sitter.

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    Response from Joan marian

    Thank you, Teri. I had a very enjoyable time with Luis and Max in your home. You’ll get a 5 star review from me too. Happy Holidays!
    Joan

  • 04 November - 12 November 2018

    Joan was wonderful with our pets and our home. She texted us with bits about Jenny and Betsy. She even filled our bird feeders - taking care of our volunteer pets! We feel so fortunate to have found her on this site. We would highly recommend her to anyone. 

    Joan was wonderful with our pets and our home. She texted us with bits about Jenny and Betsy. She even filled our bird feeders - taking care of our volunteer pets! We feel so fortunate to have found her on this site. We would highly recommend her to anyone.

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    Response from Joan marian

    Sue and Bill,
    Thank you for trusting me again with Betsy, Jenny and your beautiful home. I have so enjoyed getting to know you and hope that I'm available to sit for you the next time you want to go off on one of your fun adventures.
    Warm regards,Joan

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About Joan marian

Hello!
I am a positive, kind, active and youthful 71 year old non-smoking woman in good health. I follow directions well and am flexible and resilient. I love and attract dogs and cats wherever I travel and appreciate the routine of taking long dog walks, chucking balls and frisbees for retrievers, keeping up with active dogs and caring for elderly, less active special needs best friends.

Hello!
I am a positive, kind, active and youthful 71 year old non-smoking woman in good health. I follow directions well and am flexible and resilient. I love and attract dogs and cats wherever I travel and appreciate the routine of taking long dog walks, chucking balls and frisbees for retrievers, keeping up with active dogs and caring for elderly, less active special needs best friends.

Why I want to house sit

I want to continue traveling and experience diversity in where and how people live in the world. I’m comfortable traveling and living solo with time for writing and reading, sketching, yoga and meditation while caring responsibly for your home and pets.

My experience

I have owned homes, raised children and cared for and loved many pets; large and small dogs, cats, birds, fish, chickens, hamsters, guinea pigs and mice. I am comfortable with horses and other livestock, mucking out stalls and grooming. I have experience with sheep, goats and Llamas . I am respectful of the homes and possessions of others and keep homes neat and clean.

I retired from a long and responsible career in commercial banking and economic development non profit work (with time out to own a restaurant) in May 2017, sold my home and traveled solo for 3 months in Southern Europe and the Balkans. I enjoy immersing in the culture and languages of the countries I visit and have a decent knowledge of French, German, Italian, Spanish and my native English with an American accent.

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Animal Care Experience

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Horses
  • Fish
  • Poultry
  • Farm animals
  • Bird
  • Small pet

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Profile Details

Age
65+
Occupation
Writer/Artist, retired manager
Travelling as a
Single Sitter
Previous house sitting experience
Yes
Member benefits
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Member since
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House & pet sitting timeline

Joan marian has done 9 house sits since 2017

  • Lovely home with 2 lovely kitties who would greatly appreciate your tender care
    Lovely home with 2 lovely kitties who would greatly appreciate your tender care
    Novato
    United States
    Jan 2019
  • Housesit in North Seattle with our Sweet Abbys.
    Housesit in North Seattle with our Sweet Abbys.
    Lake Forest Park
    United States
    Nov 2018
  • Van Buren House
    Van Buren House
    Port Townsend
    United States
    Nov 2018
  • Pet sitter for Portie in Port Townsend
    Pet sitter for Portie in Port Townsend
    Port Townsend
    United States
    Oct 2018
  • Van Buren House
    Van Buren House
    Port Townsend
    United States
    Aug - Sep 2018
  • Pet sitter for Portie in Port Townsend
    Pet sitter for Portie in Port Townsend
    Port Townsend
    United States
    Jul 2018
  • Easter Holiday
    Easter Holiday
    Sandy
    United Kingdom
    Mar - Apr 2018
  • Golden retriever needs loving carer/s in Ganges on Salt Spring Island, British Columbia, Canada
    Golden retriever needs loving carer/s in Ganges on Salt Spring Island, British Columbia, Canada
    Ganges
    Canada
    Jan 2018
  • House Sit in Ballard over the holidays. One dog.
    House Sit in Ballard over the holidays. One dog.
    Seattle
    United States
    Dec 2017 - Jan 2018
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