The Zen Sitters | Calm Trusted Reliable

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Trusted, long-term house & pet sitting couple | Calm, reliable & hands-on

Hello and thank you for reading our profile 🐾

We are Özlem (Izzy) and Matt, a responsible, mature couple in our 40s offering long-term house and pet sitting (3+ months preferred). We understand how important it is to leave your home and animals in safe, capable hands, and we take that responsibility seriously.

House sitting is more than accommodation for us it’s a trust-based exchange. We take pride in caring for homes as if they were our own and ensuring pets feel safe, relaxed, and loved while you’re away.

🐾 Pet Care
We have many years of experience caring for a wide range of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, chickens, fish, and farm animals. We’re comfortable with:

Senior pets
Rescue animals
Pets requiring medication or extra support
We follow routines carefully and provide calm, consistent care so animals settle easily.

🏡 Home & Property Care
Your home will be kept clean, organised, and well maintained.
Matt is practical and hands-on, with experience in:
Gardening and lawn care
Light handyman tasks
General maintenance and troubleshooting
Liaising with trades if required

Özlem brings strong organisation, cleanliness, and attentive care to interiors and day-to-day home routines.

About Us
Quiet, non-smoking, no-party lifestyle
Often home during the day
Respectful of privacy, neighbours, and house rules
Happy to provide updates and photos if you wish

Experience & References
4+ years of house and pet sitting across VIC, NSW, QLD and overseas
Multiple excellent references and repeat sits

Happy to meet via phone or video call
We would love to support you with peace of mind while you’re away and are especially interested in longer-term sits.

Warmly,
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