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Gaynor

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Gaynor: 68, Artist & Digital Creator

I'm a fit country-at-heart person who loves animals, enjoys the outdoors and exploring new places. I'm passionate about my family, creative expression, photographing nature and historic places.

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I think the joy of caring for someone's pet and home is a real honour. It not only opens up new traveling opportunities, but I know the value of peace of mind knowing that your pets are being looked after in familiar surrounds, so I am very happy to be able to assist others in this way.

I am a country lady, Mum and Grandma currently residing in North East Victoria. I'm an all round creative person at heart, and presently working on building my online art business, so I am able to move around and still stay in touch.
I grew up on the land so am pretty down to earth, with a positive outlook and problem solving attitude. I continue to love the outdoors, animals, gardening as well as nature photography.
My husband - now passed - and I established and ran a wholesale nursery ... Read moreI am a country lady, Mum and Grandma currently residing in North East Victoria. I'm an all round creative person at heart, and presently working on building my online art business, so I am able to move around and still stay in touch.
I grew up on the land so am pretty down to earth, with a positive outlook and problem solving attitude. I continue to love the outdoors, animals, gardening as well as nature photography.
My husband - now passed - and I established and ran a wholesale nursery in Melbourne for many years. I also have experience in bookkeeping, coaching, horticultural tutoring , renovating houses, and of course art.
I have traveled solo overseas many times staying in Airbnbs and private housing rather than hotels. I believe that travel is not just about the places but the people you meet. I have had some amazing adventures - even though at times it was a bit daunting :)
I am looking forward to seeing more of our great country through house/pet sitting, now that I am a bit freer with my time. My experience with formal house/pet sitting is limited but in the past I have cared for friends and family pets, and their homes - including my favourite a Rhodesian Ridgeback.
I am excited to be starting a new adventure in house/pet sitting and looking forward to seeing where this takes me - maybe to look after your home?

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Pet care

I'm new to 'formal' pet sitting but have been sitting a Rhodesian Ridgeback for a few years now when his owners/family go away. One stint was for 3 weeks, but can sometimes be just a few days to a week.
I have looked after other animals when friends are away but not always stayed overnight.

petsWilling to care for these pets

Dogs

Cats

Fish

Birds

Rabbits/Guinea Pigs

Chickens/Ducks/Geese

Farm Animals

Horses

Reptiles

agricultureFarm experience

I grew up on a farm and have had experience with horses, sheep, chickens, dogs and cats. I really enjoy country life and would be happy to do a farm sit. Would be helpful is there was a backup plan if I needed assistance though :)

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Family in Melbourne have a Rhodesian Ridgeback that I house/pet sit when they are away.

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2026: 10-20 Aug | 21 Aug - 25 Sep | 28 Sep - 23 Oct | 29 Oct - 3 Nov

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2026: 14-29 Dec

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scheduleHouse sit duration

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

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NSW: Regional NSW (Murray & Riverina) QLD: South Eastern SA: Adelaide VIC: Geelong, Melbourne, Northern Victoria

Review

JENNIFER (Mt Evelyn VIC, Jul 2026 - 6 nights)

Gaynor looked after our dog ( Bonnie) and our house with care and consideration. She is a great communicator and has a friendly "put you at ease" approach. We look forward to having her housesit again one day 🙂

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Gaynor: Thank you Jenny for your lovely review, it is much appreciated.

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