Safe, caring hands allowing you to relax

More information about this house sitter

First and foremost, I love all animals but not snakes. Apologies to reptile lovers!
Second (but really first) I’m a package deal that comes with two delightful, house trained doods. See their pic below after a recent fresh groom.
Third, I’m just starting on this official house minding adventure, but have looked after many friend’s homes and pets.

About me:
I’m a “reformed corporate executive” now studying F/T for a Masters of trauma focused mental health and training my good boy to be an accredited clinical therapy dog.
I’m at home during the day and happily avoiding the peak hour grind! Evenings are quiet. Staying in, cooking, painting (I’ve posted a photo of a painting I did of my daughter’s cat), watching crime shows and obscure documentaries. This means I have plenty of capacity to care for your home, garden and pets. Especially for those anxious fur kids who don’t like being left alone for hours!
Knowing that what matters most to you is safe and being minded conscientiously and kindly is a certainty.
I’m a non-smoker, enjoy an occasional wine, and don’t use substances. Cleanliness and leaving spaces as, or better, than when I found them is a given. No dishes are ever left in the kitchen sink overnight!
Animal welfare, child protection and equity are important to me. I believe trust, respect and curiosity are the foundations for a meaningful life and these are my personal guideposts.

Why does house & pet minding appeal to me now?
At the end of 2024 I “retired” from my profession, left the hustle of Sydney and returned to the leafy western suburbs of Brisbane after many years away. This is a temporary situation while helping a family member.
My intention is to establish my permanent residence and practice in NSW’s Northern Rivers next year. But in the interim I’m looking at house minding to give me some space and time for myself.

Ideally, longer term arrangements are preferred but weekends are ok if the distance isn’t too far. Read more...