Winter can be a wonderful time of year, but colder temperatures, shorter days and wet weather can bring new challenges for both pets and the people caring for them. Whether you’re a homeowner preparing for an upcoming trip or a house sitter looking after someone else’s beloved pets, a little extra attention during winter can help ensure everyone stays happy, healthy and comfortable.
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One of the first things experienced pet sitters notice is this: pets have personalities – just like people.
Understanding this early can make your sit smoother, calmer, and far more enjoyable.
Some pets will follow you everywhere. Others will pretend you don’t exist – until they’re ready. Most fall somewhere in between.
Continue reading “What Type of Pet Are You Sitting?”
Anyone who lives with a pet knows the bond isn’t created in big, dramatic moments. It’s built quietly.
It forms in routines that repeat day after day. In familiar footsteps. In the way an animal relaxes when the right person enters the room.
Animals don’t need words to understand care. They recognise it through consistency, tone, and presence. Over time, trust settles in, and with it comes comfort.
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Why the small things make or break a great sit.
House sitting relies on mutual responsibility. It is a trust-based arrangement, not a free holiday and not a free service. When etiquette slips, sits become difficult, pets may suffer, and everyone walks away feeling unhappy.
Here’s what good house sitting etiquette actually looks like.
At Mindahome, we’re proud to share the journeys of our community members—like Anica, who has shown dedication and care in house and pet sitting for over a decade. Since our beginnings in 2008, Mindahome has grown into a trusted and friendly network for sitters and homeowners. Anica’s experience reflects the spirit of house sitting. If you enjoy reading her story, you can discover more about this pet sitters approach and availability in her profile here.
Continue reading “A Decade of Adventures, Pets and Lasting Connections”
Splash out with pool maintenance skills
There’s nothing better than diving into the cool, crystal water of a backyard pool on a warm, humid day. To ensure clear, glistening water provides the refreshing reprieve you need on a sizzling day, here are some ways to keep up to date with pool maintenance.
Regular cleaning: Leaves, dirt, bugs and grass often find their way into pool water. Regularly skim the pool surface to clean away any debris. If you don’t have an automated cleaner, clean down the walls and tiles of the pool with a suitable brush to prevent algae from forming. A pool vacuum can also help to clean dirt and sediment from settling on the bottom of the pool. Continue reading “Splash out with pool maintenance skills”
Violet’s journey into pet sitting started a few years back when a friend nudged her to “just give it a go.” Fast forward, and she’s now the go-to pet sitter in Sydney and Melbourne, known as The Aussie Cat Whisperer.
Growing up with a love for animals, especially cats, she’s built a solid reputation over the past year with Mindahome, charming even the pickiest felines. While she’s also cared for dogs, it’s her knack for connecting with cats that has pet owners raving about her online.
Currently, she’s enjoying a 12-month sit with two adorable kitties and loves sharing tips for anyone looking to dive into the pet-sitting world. Continue reading “The pet sitter with a fondness for felines”
For many of us, house and pet sitting is about exploring new territory, walking the road less travelled and meeting new pets and people to broaden your horizons.
However, if you’re a newcomer to the lifestyle or returning to house and pet sitting after a brief hiatus, choosing local pet sits can present just as many exciting opportunities. Continue reading “Pet sit like a local, for locals”
Generally speaking, dogs only need to be bathed when necessary. If they have accumulated dirt on their coat or they have an unpleasant odour that won’t go away, then it might be time for a good scrub and clean.
Bathing helps to remove excess hair, scale and debris and improve the shine to your dog’s coat. Continue reading “Top Tips: Washing Your Dog”
When you become a pet sitter you unlock some of the secrets to leading a happy and stress-free life. Don’t believe us? We surveyed our members to find out a few of the reasons they choose to pet sit.
Some of the results may surprise you, some may not. But it’s the little everyday benefits of the pet sitting lifestyle that prove there is much to be gained by choosing a life that focusses on caring for other people’s pets.
Save for a Home Faster
A survey of our members found that 27% said that they chose the lifestyle to save on rent and almost 30% said that house and pet sitting helped them save for their own home. Housing prices in Australia’s capital cities remain at an all-time high and out of reach for many young Aussies. Of the members surveyed, 64% said that they saved up to $5,000 by pet sitting. That’s a hefty sum that you can put towards a home of your own. Continue reading “Live a More Comfortable Life as a Pet Sitter”