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House Sitting Preferences
  • Dog(s), Cat(s), Fish, Bird(s), Rabbit(s)/Guinea Pig(s), Chickens/Ducks/Geese, Reptile(s)
Preferred Locations
  • North Island: Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay (Central Hawke's Bay, Hastings, Napier), ManawatÅ«-Whanganui (Ruapehu, Whanganui), Northland, Taranaki, Waikato (Taupo, Thames-Coromandel), Wellington   South Island: Canterbury (Banks Peninsula, Chatham Islands, Christchurch, Kaikoura, Mackenzie, Timaru), Nelson / Marlborough, Otago, West Coast  

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58, Teacher

Hi, my name is Tara. I am a mature, reliable, trustworthy animal-loving teacher with an adventurous spirit. I am single, a non-smoker and non-drinker who is a quiet, easy going individual with simple needs. My passions include travelling, writing, hiking, reading, badminton, yoga, volunteer work, entering competitions and photography. I am hardworking, houseproud, clean and tidy, fit and active with plenty of energy for dog walking. I am a home owner myself and would treat your home and precious pets as you would treat them yourself - with love, care and respect. I have had various pets of my own over the years, including a beloved black labrador, a tabby cat, mice, guinea pigs, budgies, turtles, goldfish and even an axolotl. I have looked after dogs, cats, pigs, sheep, goats and donkeys while their owners have been on holiday and have enjoyed the company and cuddles they offer. I am happy to provide regular updates while you are away to put your mind at ease on how things are going. You can travel away with peace of mind in the knowledge that your furry friends' needs will be my priority and they will be loved and well cared for.

Reviews (4)
I was apprehensive about going away this time because our dog had been unwell. I should have known better - Tara looked after him so well, the house was clean and tidy when we arrived home and our dogs and cat were the picture of health. Tara communicated with me over the weekend and sent pictures to reassure me that our dog was fit and well. We are so lucky to have Tara to house sit for us.
 
ELIZABETH (Gisborne North Island, Mar 2021 - 2 days - 1 of 4 endorsements from this owner )
It is lovely to leave our menagerie with Tara. We just leave and know that our home and beloved animals are in good hands. They all love her and we know that they are well taken care of in our absence. Thank you Tara, it is fantastic to enjoy time away without worrying at all about what is going on at home. :)
 
ELIZABETH (Gisborne North Island, Sep 2020 - 4 days - 2 of 4 endorsements from this owner )
It is such a relief that Tara was available to look after our menagerie while we were away. The animals love her, she leaves our house in an immaculate condition and she is totally reliable and responsible. Love the photos of our animals while we are away too. Thank you Tara, it is lovely to go away and know that our pets and house are in your capable hands.
 
ELIZABETH (Gisborne North Island, Aug 2020 - 4 nights - 3 of 4 endorsements from this owner )
Tara spent a few hours with us before we left NZ to familiarise herself with the dogs and housesitting required. She took excellent care of our property and the animals. So much so, that she noticed two small growths on one of the dogs back legs and took him to the vet. I would hate to think what kind of mess it would have been had she not acted so quickly. Tara sent us photos of the animals on Christmas day - most appreciated! I would thoroughly recommend Tara for house and animal ... MORE
 
ELIZABETH (Gisborne North Island, Dec 2019 - 2 weeks - 4 of 4 endorsements from this owner )
 
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