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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.
Finding great local dogsitters to dog sit
If you own dogs and travel away from home without your pets you will be used to finding local dogsitters to dog sit. However, if you are a new pet owner or you are not quite sure of the area…
6 Home electrical problems and their common solutions
Most homeowners of properties older than 5 years will likely encounter similar home electrical problems. While some issues you encounter may be serious, it is more likely that you can analyse the issue and assess whether you can deal with…
Top Tips to Prepare for a Dog Sitter and Housesitter
Before inviting a new dog-sitter or house-sitter to care for your canine pals, take a moment. Think about how to prepare for the dogsitting. There are steps you need to take prepare both your home and your pets. We have…
Why dog nutrition in a well balanced diet is critical
As a pet owner and especially a dog owner you will be involved in dog nutrition on a daily basis. Getting dog nutrition right is a vital part of a dog’s well balanced diet to help manage the dog’s well…
Pet snakes top tips – Safety first with an exotic pet
If you are an exotic pet owner you may already have a snake. Pet snakes are a select choice, and some people really enjoy keeping them. Some are friendly pet snakes. It might surprise you to learn that they can…
Renting a property? Here’s how to save money
If you are a homeowner and you are renting out your property you’ll know about all the expenses. Sometimes these expenses are expected and other times they are an unpleasant surprise. Ways of saving money can become very important. Here’s…
Free vs Paid House Sitting Websites | Simple Guide for Choosing
Delve into pros and cons of free house sitting websites and paid for homeowners and sitters. Make an informed choice on house sitting platforms.
New meta description – A friendly guide comparing free and paid house sitting websites. Learn what each offers, how they differ and how to choose the platform that fits your needs.
Selling a home for the first time – 4 Mistakes to avoid
As a homeowner you will have had to deal with many different challenges and opportunities. Whether that has included a renovation, decorating, expanding the property or leaving your property in the hands of housesitters for extended periods. One of the…
Dog owners tips – In-ground or Wireless Dog Fences?
All new pet owners go through worries about keeping the animals safe in their home and on their property. This thought grows more serious if you have a new dog or you move to a new property. Have you considered…