Couple with 5+ years experience

More information about this house sitter

We’re Janelle and Olin – A married couple who’ve been full-time house sitting professionally for over five years. We're currently saving for our own home to raise a family, in the meantime, we’re grateful to care for yours.

About Us:
We both work full-time online – Janelle in psychotherapy and Olin in Graphic Design. This means we’re home most of the time, giving your pets consistent companionship and security for your home.

Janelle grew up on a small farm in Victoria, surrounded by dogs, cats & farm animals. She has a deep sensitivity to animals' emotional and physical needs and a lifelong love of tending to them – including many rescued and injured animals over the years.

Olin is a fellow animal and bird lover with a background in landscaping and other labour trades. He is very handy within home & property maintenance.

Meet Butters:
We travel with our 17-year-old dog, Butters – a small, calm, and quiet companion who mostly sleeps. He is house-trained & has never shown aggression. Growing up around many animals, he is a great friend to all housesit pets he meets.

Why Choose Us?
* Full-time house sitters with many references available upon request
* Experienced with pets, farm animals, gardens, and property upkeep
* We don’t smoke or drink
* Current police checks & ID verified account
* Respectful of your space, privacy, and resources – we’re mindful of water and energy use
* We always aim to leave your home as clean or cleaner than we found it
* We genuinely love animals and know how important it is for them to feel safe and cared for while you're away

Our Approach:
We believe in a clear and respectful exchange of time and energy. We’re happy to follow your pets routines and provide a level of love and attention that helps them feel settled and secure.

A Typical Sit for us Might Include:
* Daily feeding and walking of pets
* Watering plants and veggie gardens
* Light property or lawn maintenance
* Letting out/in chickens or other small farm tasks

We generally limit ourselves to around an hour of daily care tasks, which suits most house sits, but we’re happy to discuss your specific needs.

Our Process:
1. 30-minute video call meet & greet
2. Handover on move-in day
3. You provide a clear list of tasks, routines, and any key contacts

We’re here to make your time away feel completely worry-free, and we love returning your home to you in excellent condition — with happy pets and thriving plants.

We’d love to connect and hear more about your home and animals. Looking forward to sitting for you!

Warmly,
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