2025: 11-18 Jan 2024: 25 Sep - 10 Dec | 22 Dec - 19 Jan 2025
Experienced and loving sitters
37, Assistant manager
40, web developer
We are Greta and Alberto, seasoned sitters and huge animal lovers. We´ve been sitting for the last 4 years in different places around New Zealand and the world. We feel very lucky to be able to share our time and passion with you and your fur balls, while travelling and discovering New Zealand.
We absolutely love dogs and cats, and we've always had pets in our family. We treat animals with the same love and care we would treat a person, as they're such wonderful, loving and sensitive beings. :)
We are a mature, responsible couple and back home in Spain we are property and pet owners ourselves, so we understand what looking after a house, garden and most importantly, after a life or several :) means. We will treat your house and pets as if they were our own, and by that i mean, with love, care and respect.
There will be cuddling, playing, grooming, walking and company for your furry family members, and cleaning and tidying for your house, so that on your comeback you find your home the way you left it.
We're keen on sitting doggies and kitties alike, they're such beautiful animals, and we connect easily with them and end up being best friends.
We're adaptable, easy-going and are confident with both big and small animals. We have experience looking after house cats and outdoors cats, rescue animals, small and large breeds, energetic animals, puppies and senior animals. However, we prefer pets that are sociable and well trained. We will not accept pets that have behavioural problems or have displayed signs of aggression towards other animals or people.
We're familiar with several diets including the raw diet, and we will stick to the guidelines listed by you. We can administer pills, eye and ear drops or skin treatments to both dogs and cats. Please let us know if your pet has any special dietary requirements, medical conditions etc beforehand. Much appreciated.
Looking forward to meeting you and your furry family members! Warmest, Greta and Alberto :)
Reviews (18)
We could not have wished for better house sitters than Greta and Alberto. From the moment they came to visit and meet the dogs we knew we had found the right people. They were both so natural with the animals and our normally reticent and shy Halo took to them immediately. Greta understood how worried I was about leaving the dogs and sent me the most beautiful photos and videos of them every day. The dogs were obviously having the best time of the lives. When we returned the house was clean and ... MOREWe could not have wished for better house sitters than Greta and Alberto. From the moment they came to visit and meet the dogs we knew we had found the right people. They were both so natural with the animals and our normally reticent and shy Halo took to them immediately. Greta understood how worried I was about leaving the dogs and sent me the most beautiful photos and videos of them every day. The dogs were obviously having the best time of the lives. When we returned the house was clean and tidy. We are sincerely grateful to both Greta and Alberto for the care and respect shown to our animals and our home. We would highly recommend them as house and pet sitters and would happily have them sit again for us. Our only regret is that they are not available for when we go away in February
SUE (Grenada Village North Island, Nov 2024 - 1 week)
Greta and Alberto looked after our Dachshund boy for four days. They were very accommodating and offered to come very early in the morning at the beginning of their stay. We received regular photos of our boy during the course of their stay which was so nice and it gave us comfort that he was in such good hands. We returned to a very happy boy, a very clean house and even the washing was done! A very thoughtful, respectful and trustworthy couple. Highly recommended without hesitation.
LESLEY (Woodridge North Island, Nov 2024 - 3 nights)
Greta and Alberto were absolutely wonderful. They left the house absolutely perfectly clean and were obviously very respectful of the space. Their communication about their amazing adventures with our dog was very regular and made us feel so confident that she was being cared for well. They took our dog on some wonderful walks and by the photos it was obvious she was having a brilliant time with them. Highly highly recommend these guys!
SALLY (Ngaio North Island, Sep 2024 - 2 weeks 2 nights)
Just the most wonderful dog and house sitters. I can’t praise Greta and Alberto highly enough.-10 out of 10! They’re such lovely, kind and considerate people. Our dog adored them and was lovingly cared for, lots of exciting walks and cuddles-he got super fit, was healthy and happy. We so enjoyed the regular photos & updates-so cute! G and A were incredibly understanding and helpful, even staying an extra night at the last minute when our flight home was cancelled due to fog-total lifesavers! ... MOREJust the most wonderful dog and house sitters. I can’t praise Greta and Alberto highly enough.-10 out of 10! They’re such lovely, kind and considerate people. Our dog adored them and was lovingly cared for, lots of exciting walks and cuddles-he got super fit, was healthy and happy. We so enjoyed the regular photos & updates-so cute! G and A were incredibly understanding and helpful, even staying an extra night at the last minute when our flight home was cancelled due to fog-total lifesavers! The house was immaculately clean and tidy. Thanks so so much, we would love to have you stay again.
MICHELLE (Lyall Bay North Island, Jul 2024 - 1 week 3 nights)
Greta and Alberto are amazing house sitters and very friendly people. They looked after my cat and plants for 2 weeks, my cat seemed very healthy and happy on my return. They left the house extremely clean, probably cleaner than it was when they arrived. I recommend them to look after your animal friends and your home!
ALICE (Maupuia North Island, Jun 2024 - 1 week 6 nights)
Amazing trustworthy people. Greta & Alberto looked after our home and precious pup so well. They took such good care of Hercules with walks across Wellington and we received lots of updates on his wellbeing & fun times. I hope
they're available the next time we're away.
FRANCESCA (Khandallah, WELLINGTON North Island, May 2024 - 4 weeks)
These two are perfectionists! They stayed in touch regularly, they left the house spotless, and managed to get our very shy cat to connect to them. These are very competent, responsible adults, and anyone would be fortunate to have them housesit.
MARIANNA (Berhampore North Island, May 2024 - 3 weeks)
Greta and Alberto were dream house sitters, I could not recommend them more highly, Not only did they look after my house well, they were amazing carers to my dog, Ruby and sent me daily updates of her antics. I so appreciated all the extra care and attention. I even came home to find that they had swept up leaves in the garden. Thank you SO much Greta and Alberto for being such wonderful house sitters. I would have you back in a heart beat!
SARAH (Island Bay North Island, Mar 2024 - 1 month 1 week)
The brief was clear: pet care was the priority, not the house sit. We explained the strict feeding, exercise and toilet schedules, together with overall care and attention requirements for our pet. They agreed to it all but defaulted on everything from Day 1. They left our pet locked in the house for about 80% of the time despite confirming that one of them worked from home so our pet would always have someone present. They did not feed him or let him out for toilet breaks on time, take him for ... MOREThe brief was clear: pet care was the priority, not the house sit. We explained the strict feeding, exercise and toilet schedules, together with overall care and attention requirements for our pet. They agreed to it all but defaulted on everything from Day 1. They left our pet locked in the house for about 80% of the time despite confirming that one of them worked from home so our pet would always have someone present. They did not feed him or let him out for toilet breaks on time, take him for long walks, or give him much attention. We were very clear with our requests for pet care and at no point did the sitters mention that they would be deviating from them. Only after we asked them to leave did they say that we were too demanding. They lied to us to get the sit. Steer clear of them!
RAISHAN (Churton Park North Island, Mar 2024 - 4 nights)
Dishonest, mean review, in line with the deceit and mistreatment suffered during the sit. Owners had no previous reviews, so honesty was crucial. They failed to disclose essential info during the meet&greet, which would have resulted in us rejecting the 2-day sit. They altered sit conditions last ... MOREDishonest, mean review, in line with the deceit and mistreatment suffered during the sit. Owners had no previous reviews, so honesty was crucial. They failed to disclose essential info during the meet&greet, which would have resulted in us rejecting the 2-day sit. They altered sit conditions last minute, kept hidden their dog's aggression issues until our arrival, provided little support despite the dog's need for 24/7 supervision, due to undisclosed potty issues. This led to anxiety and sleep disturbance. They violated our privacy by recording us without consent. When confronted, they abused us verbally. We had to draw the line, and left early in distress. Despite these challenges, we did our best to make sure George was well-tended for, fed, walked, kept company and happy under our care.
What an amazing experience having Greta and Alberto taking care of our house/girls/birds. They did an excellent job and communication was great, girls loved them an even asked them to sit again for a trip that we're planning but unfortunately they were already booked with someone else. Hope we can have them again. Thank you both for taking care of the girls and birds.
ANDRES (Vogeltown North Island, Mar 2024 - 3 nights)
We loved having Greta and Alberto sit our house and pets. The dogs loved them. They were very happy when we returned. Greta gave us lots of updates and it was clear that dogs were having a good time. We came home to an extremely clean and tidy house. I would love for them to sit for us again.
JANINE & ALEX (Brooklyn North Island, Feb 2024 - 3 weeks)
Greta and Alberto were amazing! Great communication and they were wonderful in looking after our home, the garden and the cats. Photos and regular updates were provided on how the cats were doing which was lovely, 100% recommend and would have them housesitting agin for sure!
GINNI (Mount Victoria North Island, Jan 2024 - 3 nights)
We highly recommend this wonderful couple. The animals were so well taken care of and walked and the house was immaculate when we got home. Communication was exceptional with lots of photos provided.
HELEN (Island Bay North Island, Jan 2024 - 1 week 4 nights)
Greta and Alberto were a great couple to have looking after our house and cat. Kira is very shy young cat and we had some concerns about how she would react to strangers in the house. It took about two days for Greta and Alberto to turn her around and there was a bonus in that they got her to use the cat door, something we hadn’t managed. I think she hardly missed us at all. Their communication could not have been better, keeping us well informed with photos and texts. They are a highly ... MOREGreta and Alberto were a great couple to have looking after our house and cat. Kira is very shy young cat and we had some concerns about how she would react to strangers in the house. It took about two days for Greta and Alberto to turn her around and there was a bonus in that they got her to use the cat door, something we hadn’t managed. I think she hardly missed us at all. Their communication could not have been better, keeping us well informed with photos and texts. They are a highly organised and engagng young couple and we can’t recommend them highly enough as house sitters.
BILL (Brooklyn North Island, Dec 2023 - 3 weeks)
Greta and Alberto were great! Communication was simple and easy. They took care of our big girl Lucy and Scooter. Lucy has been sulking since they left! House was spotless when we returned. I think the animals were hoping they were here to stay!
HAYLEY (Broadmeadows North Island, Dec 2023 - 1 week 2 nights)
Greta and Alberto were absolutely outstanding! They had an unexpected medical issue to handle for our large dog and took on all the daily medical routines, hot spot management (not easy) and vet visits beautifully. Our animals adored them and it's clear they are very much animal people who love being out and about with dogs. Delightful couple, bright, thoughtful, very responsible and hard working, travelling around the world as digital nomads, amazing. We felt like we'd had good friends ... MOREGreta and Alberto were absolutely outstanding! They had an unexpected medical issue to handle for our large dog and took on all the daily medical routines, hot spot management (not easy) and vet visits beautifully. Our animals adored them and it's clear they are very much animal people who love being out and about with dogs. Delightful couple, bright, thoughtful, very responsible and hard working, travelling around the world as digital nomads, amazing. We felt like we'd had good friends staying. Our home was immaculate. So lucky that we found them, hugely recommend them for any house or animal sitting job, your pets and home will be in the very best hands possible.
CLAIRE (Devonport North Island, Jun 2023 - 4 weeks)
Greta and Alberto were really reliable and thoughtful sitters. They took great care of James, took him on daily walks to the lake and were very respectful of the house. We'd definitely recommend them and would ask them to sit again.
GLEN (Queenstown South Island, May 2023 - 2 days)
Greta and Alberto house sat for our two little kitties for almost 3 weeks. We came back to a lovely clean house (probably cleaner than we left it :-)) and two very happy and healthy cats. They sent us regular messages with photos of the cats which was lovely and reassuring. We'd happily use them again and recommend them.
LIZ (Cashmere South Island, Dec 2022 - 2 weeks 4 days)
Green garden!
Make sure the garden and pot plants are thriving when you get back - get a house sitter.
Couple
We could not have wished for better house sitters than Greta and Alberto. From the moment they came to visit and meet the dogs we knew we had found the right people. They were both so natural with the animals and our normally reticent and shy Halo took to them immediately. Greta understood how worried I was about leaving the dogs and sent me the most beautiful photos and videos of them every day. The dogs were obviously having the best time of the lives. When we returned the house was clean and ... MORE
