We leave the possibility of being blessed with a donation, or payment, in the hands of kind hearted and gracious home owners, who have always been very generous and caring!! We have been very fortunate and blessed by each and every one!! In doing so, they have helped us to continue our missionary work and to be a blessing to others!! Thank You!
Reliable, trustworthy, caring, non-smoking couple. Rob is a handyman/carpenter/painter. Donna is an painter/organizer who Loves to clean! Both are doting animal lovers! Been house sitting Full-time for over 5 years!! LOTS of experience!
We are EXCITED to have the opportunity to come into your home, for a temporary time, to serve you and help you; for we are traveling missionaries and our mission is to serve God by helping others! It is a privilege for us to oversee your home and to care for your precious pets. We hope to be a blessing to you in the process! We are seasoned, experienced house/pet sitters. We have a high respect for other people's property and privacy. We want to assure you that you can feel confident with us, that your home and dear pets have been entrusted to dependable, honest, considerate, and loving individuals who have, and use, good common sense!
Rob and I have been together for over 30 years. We recently owned our own business cleaning floors and furniture; including removing spots and stains from upholstery and carpet. We were also professional painters. If you've been wanting a room, or two, spruced up with a fresh new color, having this done while you're away could be very convenient. Rob is an all-around handy-man who's done home repairs, home improvements, and remodeling, so if any issues come up in your absence, he has the skills and experience to handle it! Also, if you wish to have some repairs, painting or remodeling done while you're gone, Rob does Excellent work, I assist him with this work, (especially painting), and clean up thoroughly after! (I was a Professional Cleaner for many years.) We charge fair rates and since you will be gone, there is No inconvenience to you!! Everything is complete and beautiful when you return!
Our hobbies include cooking, theater acting, reading, researching, and writing plays. We also enjoy traveling, and seeing new sights! We love keeping busy and meeting new people! We are friendly, inter-personal people who make friends wherever we travel!
We truly enjoy meeting, and getting to know animals! Each and everyone has their own personality, and favorite things to do! We go for long walks each day, and sharing this activity with a sweet dog, or two, makes it that much more enjoyable! Relaxing in the evening to watch TV with a sweet cat, or dog, on our laps to pet and love on is the best!!
We have discovered it often works best to come to your home a day or two in advance to learn your routines for continuity for your fur babies, and to discuss any questions either of us may have. This also relieves any possible stress for you, if you may worry about the sitters showing up on time. We are willing to commit to extra days should your return flight, or trip, be delayed. We want to make it easy on you, hopefully worry-free, and maintain a pleasant, loving environment for your pets. We try our best to love and pamper your pets so they won't miss you as much and will be contented and happy when you return. I pride myself on having everything clean and tidy upon your return, including fresh linens on the bed and in the bathrooms. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and leave you thanking God that you chose us!
Thank you for your time!
Reviews (21)
Rob and Donna were absolutely amazing! They were in constant communication with me. As a first time user of a house-sitter, they immediately put my mind at ease. While away, Donna would send pictures of my pets to me to let me know they were doing okay and to help ease my anxiety of being away from them. Donna and Rob were very flexible when our plans kept changing. I would highly, highly recommend them and hope to use them again in the future.
TRINA (Duncan South Carolina, Oct 2020 - 2 weeks)
Donna and Rob sat for our two Australian shepherds for 4 weeks in the summer of 2020. They did a fabulous job. The dogs were happy and calm on our return; they'd clearly been given lots of attention and interaction.
Donna and Rob were also very communicative, sending us photos and videos of the dogs almost daily while we were gone.
Last, but certainly not least, was the wonderful care they took of the house. It was in absolutely pristine condition on our return.
We highly recommend ... MOREDonna and Rob sat for our two Australian shepherds for 4 weeks in the summer of 2020. They did a fabulous job. The dogs were happy and calm on our return; they'd clearly been given lots of attention and interaction.
Donna and Rob were also very communicative, sending us photos and videos of the dogs almost daily while we were gone.
Last, but certainly not least, was the wonderful care they took of the house. It was in absolutely pristine condition on our return.
We highly recommend Donna and Rob, and look forward to having them sit for us the next time we travel.
TANINA & DON (Wilmington North Carolina, Jul 2020)
Dave the Cat absolutely fell in love with Donna and Rob! Donna sang her customized songs and Rob recited his poetry. Our house was well-looked after and I loved coming home a few times during the winter to appointments and errands. Rob has the BEST recipe for stuffed cabbage rolls! Davey (THE Cat) did splendidly and was spoiled by Donna and Rob with their almost-24/7 company. They are a hard act to follow, so hard that I was tempted to send them on their merry way with Dave! I was afraid she ... MOREDave the Cat absolutely fell in love with Donna and Rob! Donna sang her customized songs and Rob recited his poetry. Our house was well-looked after and I loved coming home a few times during the winter to appointments and errands. Rob has the BEST recipe for stuffed cabbage rolls! Davey (THE Cat) did splendidly and was spoiled by Donna and Rob with their almost-24/7 company. They are a hard act to follow, so hard that I was tempted to send them on their merry way with Dave! I was afraid she would have rather gone with them but because they took special care of her, she decided to give us another chance. Whew! I would not hesitate for a second to ask them to make our home their home for an extended or short stay again. They are FANTASTIC!
AMY ( Tennessee, Dec 2019)
Donna and Rob did an excellent job of caring for our home and pets in our absence. The home was clean, neat, and organized. Our pets were happy and well fed...lol. Donna even handled an unexpected home repair by finding a suitable repairman, scheduling him and even covering the cost till we returned. They were very good communicators during our trip, providing photos on a regular basis and commentary on how they were doing. They even handled some paint touch ups on various trim pieces that ... MOREDonna and Rob did an excellent job of caring for our home and pets in our absence. The home was clean, neat, and organized. Our pets were happy and well fed...lol. Donna even handled an unexpected home repair by finding a suitable repairman, scheduling him and even covering the cost till we returned. They were very good communicators during our trip, providing photos on a regular basis and commentary on how they were doing. They even handled some paint touch ups on various trim pieces that were sorely in need. All in all, I would recommend them for peace of mind for your home during your absence.
ANITA ( Florida, Oct 2019)
We have used House Sitters several times and have made many new friends in the process. Donna & Rob are now on that list of new friends. They are a exceptionally wonderful couple that truly impressed us. They have a great sense of humor and we had a great time getting to know them. While we were gone they painted our kitchen and did a wonderful job at a competitive cost. We were thrilled. We also received daily email pictures of our two boys. They cared for them like they were there own. ... MOREWe have used House Sitters several times and have made many new friends in the process. Donna & Rob are now on that list of new friends. They are a exceptionally wonderful couple that truly impressed us. They have a great sense of humor and we had a great time getting to know them. While we were gone they painted our kitchen and did a wonderful job at a competitive cost. We were thrilled. We also received daily email pictures of our two boys. They cared for them like they were there own. When we returned home the house was immaculate, dishes done, linens washed, beds made, and nothing left for us to do. We would definitely use Donna & Rob again. Good people!!
ROGER & VIVIANA ( Ohio, Jul 2019)
Donna and Rob were a great addition to our list of the wonderful house sitters we have had. The animals were well taken care (read spoiled) and enjoyed Rob and Donna as much as Donna and Rob seemed to enjoy them! We felt confident in their abilities and grew to appreciate them as friends. We would absolutely recommend them. Rob cooks wonderful Hungarian food as well!
LUCINDA CARLSON ( Kentucky, Jun 2019)
We were very happy to have Donna and Rob care for our home and pets. It is assuring to know that you can leave your possessions to someone you can trust. There were many things to attend to as to house care and pet care but they did a great job, nothing was left undone. The house was clean and orderly when we returned and the puppies were happy. We would highly recommend them for future "sits". Best of luck to them in their book writing endeavor.
REX AND ELLEN ( Tennessee, Jun 2019)
Leaving the keys to your home in the hands of total strangers is a scary thing to do, but Donna and Rob couldn't have been a better fit for my kitties or for my piece of mind! They were very communicative, kept me updated with texts and pics of my boys the whole time I was gone, and they left the house in better shape than I'd left it! I endorse them without question, and look forward to hosting them again next time they come through Cincinnati!
KATIE ( Kentucky, Apr 2019 - 2 weeks 3 days)
Donna and Rob are wonderful housesitters. Very friendly and outgoing. Our elder cat was well taken care of and this included receiving oral medication twice a day. They picked up packages for us in our absence. Our home was very clean when we returned home. I would not hesitate to have them sit for us again.
JANICE ( South Carolina, Feb 2019 - 4 days)
Donna and Rob took very good care of our cats, koi, and house. Donna is a very good communicator, and we appreciated the reassuring photos she sent of our pets. Donna and Rob were flexible with the dates, which was helpful. We are thankful that we chose Donna and Rob as our housesitters.
CAROL ( South Carolina, Nov 2018 - 1 week 4 days)
Donna and her husband did a wonderful job house sitting during our last vacation! They sent daily updates and pictures, and I knew our dog and cat were well taken care of. What a pleasant surprise, also, to come home and find the house cleaner than we had left it! Thank you, Donna!
MICHAEL ( Colorado, Aug 2018 - 1 week 1 day)
I would highly recommend Donna and Rob as they were an absolute pleasure. Beyond being friendly and social their love for animals stands out. I would certainly welcome them back again to take care of our home and our fur babies. They have extensive knowledge about home repairs, mechanical systems and handiwork. Which put my mind at ease knowing that if anything went wrong during our vacation they could handle any situation. They were very quick to respond to any texts and sent photos of ... MOREI would highly recommend Donna and Rob as they were an absolute pleasure. Beyond being friendly and social their love for animals stands out. I would certainly welcome them back again to take care of our home and our fur babies. They have extensive knowledge about home repairs, mechanical systems and handiwork. Which put my mind at ease knowing that if anything went wrong during our vacation they could handle any situation. They were very quick to respond to any texts and sent photos of the animals who were very well cared for bathed and happy. When we arrived home exhausted from our long journey it was a pleasant surprise how they really went the extra mile as the house wasn't just cleaned it was detailed. It was incredibly clean and tidy. I do not hesitate to highly recommend Donna and Rob to anyone who needs their animals and their home cared for. The love for what they do just shines through. I hope we have the privilege of seeing them again.
DARCY ( Michigan, Jul 2018 - 2 weeks)
Donna and Rob are a very outgoing couple. Donna is organized and attentive, Rob is very social and always has a story to tell. They were very thoughtful taking care of our deaf Dalmatian. They gave her multiple baths while we were away due to her backyard past time of rolling in goose poop. They also made sure she felt comfortable and included in their activities and would move a dog bed nearby so she had a place. I was very thankful for their offer to sit for our 2 1/2 week trip that I didn't ... MOREDonna and Rob are a very outgoing couple. Donna is organized and attentive, Rob is very social and always has a story to tell. They were very thoughtful taking care of our deaf Dalmatian. They gave her multiple baths while we were away due to her backyard past time of rolling in goose poop. They also made sure she felt comfortable and included in their activities and would move a dog bed nearby so she had a place. I was very thankful for their offer to sit for our 2 1/2 week trip that I didn't even realize both started and ended on holidays. We came home to a happy dog, a clean home, watered flowers and a mowed lawn. It was a very nice way to settle back in.
AMY ( Michigan, Jun 2018 - 2 weeks 4 days)
Rob and Donna were so sweet. They came in a day early, we were able to visit with them and show them Aspen's little routine. Donna sent us pictures of our pup while we were out of town, she was very much loved with lots of play time, treats and walks. When we got home, we noticed Donna and Rob cleaned our house, we never expect someone to stay and clean! We just want them to feel comfortable during their visit. It was truly a sign of relief after coming home from a long weekend and having to go ... MORERob and Donna were so sweet. They came in a day early, we were able to visit with them and show them Aspen's little routine. Donna sent us pictures of our pup while we were out of town, she was very much loved with lots of play time, treats and walks. When we got home, we noticed Donna and Rob cleaned our house, we never expect someone to stay and clean! We just want them to feel comfortable during their visit. It was truly a sign of relief after coming home from a long weekend and having to go back to work the next day. We were so happy to see Aspen taken care of while we were out of town. She enjoyed them as her own aunt and uncle. We would invite them back again!
ALYSHA ( Kentucky, Mar 2018 - 4 days)
What a great couple...
We really enjoyed our time with Donna and Rob before we left on our trip. We will be having them back soon as they were not only wonderful with our home... but really did a great job interacting with our dogs.
We got some really great pics of our dogs while we gone and you could tell everyone was having a great time.
We are really blessed to have them when our flight was delayed and we could not get back in time for them to get quickly to their next sit. They ... MOREWhat a great couple...
We really enjoyed our time with Donna and Rob before we left on our trip. We will be having them back soon as they were not only wonderful with our home... but really did a great job interacting with our dogs.
We got some really great pics of our dogs while we gone and you could tell everyone was having a great time.
We are really blessed to have them when our flight was delayed and we could not get back in time for them to get quickly to their next sit. They stayed with our dogs to make sure we made it home before they left. The house was spotless when we returned and everything was well taken care of. They are dependable, honest and reliable. You cannot go wrong having them take care of your home.
Hopefully we will see them again soon.
Debbi and Chris
CHRIS AND DEBBI ( North Carolina, Mar 2018 - 1 week 1 day)
Donna and Rob were an absolute pleasure and we would certainly welcome them back again to take care of our home and our precious kitties. While showing them around our home after they arrived, it became clear that they have extensive knowledge about home repairs, mechanical systems and handiwork. This greatly put us at ease knowing that if anything went wrong during our vacation, they could adeptly take care of it. Donna was very sweet to keep us updated about how our cats were doing, and ... MOREDonna and Rob were an absolute pleasure and we would certainly welcome them back again to take care of our home and our precious kitties. While showing them around our home after they arrived, it became clear that they have extensive knowledge about home repairs, mechanical systems and handiwork. This greatly put us at ease knowing that if anything went wrong during our vacation, they could adeptly take care of it. Donna was very sweet to keep us updated about how our cats were doing, and quickly responding when we had questions. They really went the extra mile in their attention to detail in caring for our home, and when we returned it was incredibly clean and tidy; they had even removed a tough stain from one of our couches that we thought would never come out! When they left, Donna even insisted on leaving us their blue blanket that one of our cats had really taken a liking to. The combination of their obvious love for animals and their extensive knowledge of handiwork and homecare makes it easy for us to recommend them to anyone in need. Overall, a great experience!
SAMANTHA ( Maine, Oct 2017 - 1 week 6 days)
Donna and Rob took care of our home and our 2 dogs for 3 weeks in October 2017.
They were super responsive to all our messages. We planned times to chat and get to know each other on the phone. By the time they arrived, I couldn't wait to meet them!
Both of them are very skilled around the house. Rob is an outstanding painter and Donna likes to clean and organize. Our house looked much better upon our return than when we left!
They took such great care of our dogs. I hate to ... MOREDonna and Rob took care of our home and our 2 dogs for 3 weeks in October 2017.
They were super responsive to all our messages. We planned times to chat and get to know each other on the phone. By the time they arrived, I couldn't wait to meet them!
Both of them are very skilled around the house. Rob is an outstanding painter and Donna likes to clean and organize. Our house looked much better upon our return than when we left!
They took such great care of our dogs. I hate to leave them and have had such mixed results with kennels and other sitters. Donna sent me regular updates with photos and videos of the dogs having a great time.
I can't even begin to thank them. I'm so glad I took a chance and decided to have them house sit for us!
MARY ( Massachusetts, Sep 2017 - 1 week)
Donna and Rob took care of my house and cat for a little over three months while I was travelling for work. They are very friendly people and my cat, who usually doesn't like being around other people, seemed to adore both of them. I left them with very simple instructions, don't burn down the house and make sure the cat is happy. The house was in great shape when I came home on the weekends and Tony, my cat, was usually sucking up to Donna. While I was away they sent pictures of Tony to ... MOREDonna and Rob took care of my house and cat for a little over three months while I was travelling for work. They are very friendly people and my cat, who usually doesn't like being around other people, seemed to adore both of them. I left them with very simple instructions, don't burn down the house and make sure the cat is happy. The house was in great shape when I came home on the weekends and Tony, my cat, was usually sucking up to Donna. While I was away they sent pictures of Tony to me, which was always a welcome surprise, and contacted me immediately if they had any questions or issues with the house. I live in a place where I don't have to worry too much about the house while I'm away but my cat hates to travel in the car so the ability to leave him in his own house with people that care about him was a big relief. I would gladly recommend them to anyone who needs their house, or especially their pets, taken care of while they are away.
NICHOLAS ( New York, Jun 2017 - 3 months 3 weeks)
Rob and Donna came to sit our house in Vermont, all the way from Florida! This was our first time using a house sitter, and we certainly had some reservations, but Rob and Donna quickly put our fears to rest.
They showed up a day early to discuss taking care of our many pets, and were very friendly and caring. They did an excellent job with the house and animals while we were gone for 10 days.
We had no problems with them watching our house and pets, and would certainly recommend them to ... MORERob and Donna came to sit our house in Vermont, all the way from Florida! This was our first time using a house sitter, and we certainly had some reservations, but Rob and Donna quickly put our fears to rest.
They showed up a day early to discuss taking care of our many pets, and were very friendly and caring. They did an excellent job with the house and animals while we were gone for 10 days.
We had no problems with them watching our house and pets, and would certainly recommend them to anyone who needs someone trustworthy to care for their home.
DAVID (Underhill Vermont, Jun 2017)
Donna and Rob sat for us for 11 weeks in March thru May, 2017.
They lovingly cared for our 4 small dogs and our home while we traveled in our RV. Donna regularly communicated with us by email, text and/or telephone.
Upon our return we found our house clean and neat, the lawn mowed, pool cleaned, and all of the dogs happy and healthy.
We have had several house sitters over the years, and I can say without hesitation that Donna and Rob are among the very best! We will invite them back ... MOREDonna and Rob sat for us for 11 weeks in March thru May, 2017.
They lovingly cared for our 4 small dogs and our home while we traveled in our RV. Donna regularly communicated with us by email, text and/or telephone.
Upon our return we found our house clean and neat, the lawn mowed, pool cleaned, and all of the dogs happy and healthy.
We have had several house sitters over the years, and I can say without hesitation that Donna and Rob are among the very best! We will invite them back and look forward to using their services again.
Please feel free to contact me at any time if you have any questions.
GARY HOWE ( Florida, Mar 2017 - 1 month 3 weeks)
Donna and Rob cared for my home and cats for two weeks and were wonderful throughout the experience. They sent me photos and text messages on how things were going which was very reassuring. I returned to a home that was probably cleaner than when I left. They cleaned things I had never even thought about like the filter in my shop vac! And they put a water sealer on my deck ( the weather had not allowed me to get this chore done before I left) and it looks fabulous now! The neighbors ... MOREDonna and Rob cared for my home and cats for two weeks and were wonderful throughout the experience. They sent me photos and text messages on how things were going which was very reassuring. I returned to a home that was probably cleaner than when I left. They cleaned things I had never even thought about like the filter in my shop vac! And they put a water sealer on my deck ( the weather had not allowed me to get this chore done before I left) and it looks fabulous now! The neighbors enjoyed their interactions with them and my two kitties were relaxed and happy when i returned. I would recommend them without reservation to consider them for your next house sit.
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Rob and Donna were absolutely amazing! They were in constant communication with me. As a first time user of a house-sitter, they immediately put my mind at ease. While away, Donna would send pictures of my pets to me to let me know they were doing okay and to help ease my anxiety of being away from them. Donna and Rob were very flexible when our plans kept changing. I would highly, highly recommend them and hope to use them again in the future.
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