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Colin

Traveling House Sitter

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Experienced & Empathetic Pet Sitter

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Having animal companions while traveling, meeting new people, exploring new areas, learning new things, and being exposed to different ways of living.

Hi there! My profile is a bit lengthy, but I aim to include all the relevant info for potential clients to determine if I may be a good fit. Of course, I'm happy to answer any questions or concerns folks might have for me. I've found that taking the time to determine a mutual good fit is win-win-win (win for me, win for you, and win for your pets).

Since I started house/pet-sitting on this site in 2019 I've completed over 75 weeks of sits total, which includes repeat house sits with ... Read moreHi there! My profile is a bit lengthy, but I aim to include all the relevant info for potential clients to determine if I may be a good fit. Of course, I'm happy to answer any questions or concerns folks might have for me. I've found that taking the time to determine a mutual good fit is win-win-win (win for me, win for you, and win for your pets).

Since I started house/pet-sitting on this site in 2019 I've completed over 75 weeks of sits total, which includes repeat house sits with homeowners I've established relationships with. I've also done house + pet sitting through Rover with all 5-star reviews (I can send a link to my Rover profile upon request). Rover requires all pet sitters to pass a background check (we wouldn't actually communicate through Rover, but it's an extra reassurance for homeowners who are interested in having me as a house sitter).

I'm extremely reliable - I've never canceled a sit after it's been booked.

I've done sits as long as 8 consecutive weeks and as short as one night, and I've cared for as many as 24 animals in a single sit. As a kid, I was the go-to nephew/cousin/relative for caring for dogs in my family. I was surrounded by canine love growing up, leading me to have a strong intuition in reading dogs. I also have experience doing basic care for farm animals such as chickens, goats, horses, and rabbits.

In my previous sits I’ve cared for dogs that were purebreds, seniors, rescues, anxious, reactive, herding/protective, high-energy, low-energy, large, small, fosters, and hospice fosters. I'm physically very strong (good for handling large, reactive dogs), but I have a gentle approach to animals.

For cats, I’ve cared for those that were indoor, outdoor, special needs, and feral. I didn't grow up with cats, but I've learned to love them as an adult. I've been told by many cat owners that their cats warmed up to me more quickly compared to other strangers.

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DogsDogs
CatsCats
FishFish
BirdsBirds
Rabbits/Guinea PigsRabbits/Guinea Pigs
Chickens/Ducks/GeeseChickens/Ducks/Geese
Farm AnimalsFarm Animals
HorsesHorses
ReptilesReptiles

Trust

Platinum member36 months+
reviews5 star reviews
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scheduleHouse sit duration

2 - 4 weeks, 1 - 2 months, 2 months +

where_to_votePreferred locations

Anywhere in the United States

Reviews (9)

We had a fantastic experience with Colin who looked after our house, garden, fish pond and two young cats while we were on vacation. Extremely conscientious and very personable, he sent us daily updates on how our two boys were doing. This was our first experience with using a professional sitter (as opposed to friends) and we were, probably like most people, rather nervous about inviting a stranger into our home. We had nothing to fear. At our first meeting via video call, Colin answered all ... MoreWe had a fantastic experience with Colin who looked after our house, garden, fish pond and two young cats while we were on vacation. Extremely conscientious and very personable, he sent us daily updates on how our two boys were doing. This was our first experience with using a professional sitter (as opposed to friends) and we were, probably like most people, rather nervous about inviting a stranger into our home. We had nothing to fear. At our first meeting via video call, Colin answered all our questions and addressed our concerns. His referees all came back with glowing reviews, which prompted us to confirm him. Since he lived only a couple of hours away, he generously offered to come by and meet us before we departed. We very much look forward to having him sit for us again.

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Colin was one of the best pet sitters I have had. I was delighted that he took such great care of my cat and my home. I came home to a perfectly clean house and an aloof cat. Usually he's really happy to see me. This time he was like who are you??? I think the cat was just maybe a good match for Colin and he(cat) forgot who I was. And I was gone a long time,or maybe that's just typical cat behavior... Colin inspired my trust from his through approach to pet and house care and his above ... MoreColin was one of the best pet sitters I have had. I was delighted that he took such great care of my cat and my home. I came home to a perfectly clean house and an aloof cat. Usually he's really happy to see me. This time he was like who are you??? I think the cat was just maybe a good match for Colin and he(cat) forgot who I was. And I was gone a long time,or maybe that's just typical cat behavior... Colin inspired my trust from his through approach to pet and house care and his above average responsive and amicable communication. I feel grateful and lucky to have had Colin take care of my cat and home.

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Colin did an absolutely amazing job from the start! Always quick to communicate and was very thorough in making sure he was clear on what was needed at the house. This was my first time leaving my dog long term so I was so relieved to know that he was in great hands. I got lots of updates throughout his stay showing that my pup was happy and living his best life. Came home to a spotless house with everything as it was before I left. My yard was taken great care of as well making my job easy ... MoreColin did an absolutely amazing job from the start! Always quick to communicate and was very thorough in making sure he was clear on what was needed at the house. This was my first time leaving my dog long term so I was so relieved to know that he was in great hands. I got lots of updates throughout his stay showing that my pup was happy and living his best life. Came home to a spotless house with everything as it was before I left. My yard was taken great care of as well making my job easy when I came home to settle back in quickly. Colin provided great peace of mind and I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for a house sitter!

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Colin was a 5***** sitter for our big brown dog. He took fine care of the house and our big yard; he took the BD out for a walk everyday and he was very accommodating if we needed him to do something for us. He was neat and quiet when he was staying with us before and after our trip. I would definitely ask Colin to sit for us again.
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We had the pleasure of having Colin house sit for us for 7 weeks this summer. From the first conversation we had with him on Zoom, we knew we would be leaving our home in very good hands. Colin is mature, dependable, trustworthy, and an articulate communicator. We don't have pets, so the main responsibility we were seeking from our house sitter was to maintain our outside landscaping and indoor house plants (primarily watering). Colin cared for them beautifully! The lawn, flowers, and plants ... MoreWe had the pleasure of having Colin house sit for us for 7 weeks this summer. From the first conversation we had with him on Zoom, we knew we would be leaving our home in very good hands. Colin is mature, dependable, trustworthy, and an articulate communicator. We don't have pets, so the main responsibility we were seeking from our house sitter was to maintain our outside landscaping and indoor house plants (primarily watering). Colin cared for them beautifully! The lawn, flowers, and plants outdoors as well as the house plants all thrived under his watch. We had such peace of mind knowing that Colin was tending to our house while we were away. He checked in with us frequently to let us know that everything was fine. He supplemented the instructions we gave him on how to care for our property with notes of his own which showed how conscientious he was about his responsibilities. We came home to a tidy, well-maintained home and we couldn't have been more pleased. We highly recommend Colin for anyone seeking a reliable house sitter. We will not hesitate to ask him to house sit for us again when we travel in the future.

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Colin was a wonderful house-sitter for us when we were out of the country. He took excellent care of both the house and the cats, and left the place looking great. He was an excellent communicator - before, during, and after the house sit. He was very organized, with a list of questions to help him succeed. And he sent us a fantastic "post-sit" message about how the cats warmed up to him and interacted with him. I would not hesitate to recommend Colin for your house-sitting needs.
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Colin housesat for us for a month, and he couldn't have been better! He tended to the needs of our animals (rabbits, chickens, and a cat) with extreme care and attention, and also helped us with watering the garden and houseplants and treating our small swimming pool so it stayed fresh and clean. He is kind, gracious, and easy-going, and could not be more clean, quiet, and conscientious as a housesitter. He readily communicated with us about anything that came up, and was always quick to ... MoreColin housesat for us for a month, and he couldn't have been better! He tended to the needs of our animals (rabbits, chickens, and a cat) with extreme care and attention, and also helped us with watering the garden and houseplants and treating our small swimming pool so it stayed fresh and clean. He is kind, gracious, and easy-going, and could not be more clean, quiet, and conscientious as a housesitter. He readily communicated with us about anything that came up, and was always quick to respond to any of our inquiries. We felt lucky to have him taking care of home and highly recommend him!

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Colin was the perfect housesitter. Attentive, communicative and kind. Our dogs can be nervous with new people and he knew how to give them space until they warmed up, which they did quickly! Highly recommend.
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Colin is a great house sitter. He took the initiative to arrive a few days early to assimilate in to the routine of the pet care. We had some meals together, which gave us the opportunity to get acquainted and discuss the house and community. We left for our trip knowing our home and pets were in good hands. And when we arrived home our pets were all smiling. Thanks Colin for the great job!
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