Kathy and Patrick are non-smoking, retired professional educators in health and wellness. We love to travel, meet new friends (human and animals) and experience life to the fullest. We are reliable, no drama and sensible. We communicate effectively and want to make sure that when you go away, you feel good knowing your pets and property is being cared for. We are looking for sits that are 2 weeks or longer so we can feel settled in and get to know the pets and community we are living in.
We are entering a new phase of exploration as we have reduced our careers in health and wellness education. We want to help others to explore what's important to them and give some relief of responsibilities for animals and property. At the same time, we would love to meet new people, see more of the world and experience other lifestyles and culture. We are not tied to our own property right now so this an opportunity to experience different communities while serving others.
We have traveled to several countries and states including vacation rentals and house sitting. We have owned two homes and had several pets. We have a philosophy of "leave no trace unless it improves the situation". We are not afraid of doing some work as needed to help in ways that make sense.
What can we bring to the experience?
Reliable, non-smokers, experience in traveling, taking care of properties, and loving kindness for other beings. We are open-minded and can meet many challenges head-on. Patrick is a veteran and from a military family. He and his family raised dogs when he was growing up so he's dealt with many issues that way. We had a large male cat for 10 years. The two of us can adapt to most situations. We have maintained pools, taken out trash weekly, mowed lawns, trimmed, raked, and shoveled snow our whole lives. We keep a place clean. We are mindful of our pet's needs and comfort. We are level-headed good communicators and problem-solvers.
Since Patrick retired from the university in June 2023, we have been traveling the US and Europe. We have been pet and house sitters in Bellingham (WA), Portland (OR), Mesa (AZ – on and off for 12 years), and Steamboat Springs (CO). We have confirmed sits in England in April and May 2024.
Our references are on this platform with a few reviews of our service.
We hope you will consider us in your plans.