De'ana & Mark

We are a friendly, responsible, rabidly non-smoking professional couple just starting out in our house-sitting career. We have recently sold our home of over 20 years and have begun our semi-retirement with a long term tour of Australia.

We like most animals and have been long term owners of multiple cats from kitten age until their passing. We have owned a border collie dog, hens and goldfish. Previous experience has also included familiarity with horses, goats, sheep, kangaroos and wallabies (seriously :)) and various types of birds, both poultry and caged, and tropical fish. Very willing to care for any animals, even snakes - just tell us exactly what you want done. Additionally, De'ana works remotely as a drafter so is able to be present in your home at all times for those pets that require constant companionship. After many years of pet ownership, De'ana is capable of getting medication into even the most unwilling cat or dog.

We owned our previous home for over 20 years and while we are not claiming to be experts, we know how to care for and clean your house and maintain your gardens to keep everything looking respectable and occupied. We are respectful of people and their belongings and are aware of the importance of privacy and discretion, particularly in how this relates to caring for your home and belongings.

We both have recent police checks, personal references and house sitting references and we would be happy to communicate with you via phone, email, skype or any other online communication before and during our stay and where possible would be more than willing to meet you and your pets prior to making any concrete arrangements.

Regards, Mark and De'ana