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Welcome to the HouseSit Match Blog
Our blogs are stories shared by our housesitting team, and members who have benefited from the affordable travel, home and pet care made possible through our membership network. We hope you enjoy the blogs. Please take a moment to leave your feedback.
Pest free living space – 5 Top tips
Homeowners all over the world will experience pests in their home at some point. Pet owners especially may be familiar with the challenge of managing a pest free living space because pets have a habit of bringing pests into the…
7 Top tips to make a dog friendly property
Whether you are a new pet owner or an experienced one you know that making a dog friendly property is important. Your pet needs to be safe at home while you are at home with them and more especially if…
Top 4 gift experiences in home crafts
Gift experiences vary widely and more and more are available these days. For a new homeowner it can be a wonderful gift idea to offer them one of several options to create or craft something special for their new home.…
Top 7 secrets of home improvement
When you want to decorate your home, or give it a fresh look where do you turn for advice? As a homeowner you may turn to magazines, a special design service, or blogs like this one. In this article we…
Why might I need a house sitter?
Wondering ‘ why might I need a house sitter ‘ as a home owner is a viable question. However, if you have pets or intend to leave your home empty in the holidays think again. A house sitter can really…
Dog-Sitters Needed..?
Every dog owner thinks about holiday dog sitters. Sometimes the thought and planning for dog sitters needed to care for domestic pets comes before the holiday details. In this article we consider the dog-sitting options for dog owners. Dog-sitters needed…
Dog toy baskets – 9 Tips for choosing
Whatever kind of pet owner you are, but especially as a dog owner, you know how pet toys can clutter a room. Well you are best investing in a dog toy basket to ensure they have a safe home to…
Rats as pets – How to be responsible
Not all pet owners like dogs and cats. Some people prefer to keep smaller animals as pets. However, while only a few people keep rats as pes more and more people are realising what good companions they can be. However,…
Dog roles in society – Some great examples
As every pet owner knows and especially dog owners, pets can play many parts in our lives. We take comfort from their presence, the routines to care for them and many can be interactive, playful and emotionally supportive. Dog roles…