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What is housesitting? Q&A with Founder of HouseSitMatch
Occasionally, Lamia Walker our founder is asked to take part in an interview about how and why she founded HouseSitMatch.com and to explain ‘ What is Housesitting ‘. Recently, Lamia was asked to take part in her first Twitter Q&A…
Cat minding cattery alternative for cat lovers
As every pet owner knows you grow so attached to your pets that they become like your children. One of our cat owners tells us about how she manages cat minding for her cat Milo. Over the last few years…
Preparing for a House Sitter – 5 Top tips
It makes no difference if it’s your first house sitter or your tenth. Packing for a trip abroad and preparing for a trusted house sitter to care for your home and pets while you’re away can be overwhelming. When preparing…
Top Housesitting Tips for Homeowners
From time to time we ask our Housesitmatch membership for Top Housesitting Tips. We are especially delighted when the members who step forward to volunteer are experienced and have earned their stripes in the field so to speak. Here we…
House Sitter Check list: Essentials for Every Sitter
How would you prepare the ultimate house sitter check list to ensure peace of mind when you leave home? Here are some top tips on how to prepare the ultimate check list prepared by trusted house sitters for home and…
The Affordable Alternative to Dog Kennels
Ever thought there might be a safe and good value alternative to dog kennels? Consider having a checked live-in house sitter, many are very experienced with dogs and cats, and will pet sit for you as an exchange of services for…
What makes a great Dog sitter?
We ask our members on a regular basis ‘what makes a good dog sitter?’ We really think it is important to stay in tune with our pet owner members, and what they and their pets need. Here are some insights…
The Allure of Ginger Cats: Facts and Stories
Why do we love Ginger cats when there are so many other colours and breeds to choose from in the world? It is hard to say exactly why. It could be that we find the colouring of orange cats so…
Housesitters help keep pets safe at home & save money!
People who have pets are often fearful leaving them to go on holiday or work trips. I was after an unfortunate incident when my Spaniel lost his voice and nearly starved pining in a kennels. The idea of having house…