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Platinum (36mths+)
House Sitting Preferences
  • 0 - 1 week, 1 - 2 weeks
  • Dog(s), Cat(s), Fish, Rabbit(s)/Guinea Pig(s), Chickens/Ducks/Geese, Farm Animals
Preferred Locations
  • South Island: Canterbury, Nelson / Marlborough, Otago, West Coast  
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  • 2024: 19 Nov - 31 Jan 2025 | 11 Dec - 31 Jan 2025
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The Purfect carer

65, retired

I have had many years house sitting and pet care..
I house sit/pet care because I love animals. They are happier at home and in their own wee beds.
I have a good knowledge of animal husbandry. I enjoy most breeds of dogs and love cats, I am happy with small lifestyle homelands. I am unable to walk large dogs on leads, but fine if they have their own space to chase a ball.
I enjoy relaxing with your fur kids in the evening,on my lap or close
I love taking photos of your pets and will email them to you.
I have a current police check cert and a number of endorsements on this site.
No lawn mowing. I am happy to water plants inside and out.
I am a non smoker. I will not sit in a house where there is an inside smoker.I am fussy when it comes to a clean tidy home.
I am fully vaccinated, I prefer to sit where the homeowners are also vaccinated

I enjoy exploring the surrounds, checking out the local produce and cafes.
I am loving my new found freedom.I do not leave your pets for long spells alone.
I can sit with your pets for a cuddle or just a smooch is fine, if they are up for a groom I will do that


I am looking forward to looking after your fur and feather family while you take a break.






Reviews (29)
No rating Jan was a pleasure to deal with. Spot was well looked after by Jan and the house was left lovely and clean. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend Jan to anyone.. We would certainly use Jan again if she was available anytime we decide to go away again. Thank you Jan so much..
IRIS (Rangiora , Jun 2018)
Once again Jan had been amazing. We are lucky to be able to go away and know our wee dog is well looked after. Thanks again Jan
 
JOYCELYN (Swannanoa , Apr 2024 - 3 nights - 1 of 6 endorsements from this owner )
Jan was a perfect house sitter our cat was happy and the house was left lovely and clean. I would recommend her.
 
DOROTHY (Pegasus South Island, Mar 2024 - 5 nights)
Jan is amazing. Tilly is so well looked after. Once again sheets and towels were washed and the house was left spotless. Thanks again Jan.
 
JOYCELYN (Swannanoa , Mar 2024 - 1 night - 2 of 6 endorsements from this owner )
This was our second time having Jan as a house sitter, and caring for our elderly cat. It was lovely to get away knowing our house and cat were in very capable hands. The house was left in excellent condition including washing the sheets. Many thanks Jan.
 
JUDITH (Rangiora South Island, Feb 2024 - 4 nights - 1 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
Once again Jan has made our holiday stress free knowing that our wee dog is being well looked after. Thanks Jan
 
JOYCELYN (Swannanoa South Island, Dec 2023 - 1 week 1 night - 3 of 6 endorsements from this owner )
Jan is amazing. Tilly is well looked after. She spoils her as if she is her own. Jan always leaves the house clean and tidy, sheets and towels are always washed. Highly recommend her.
 
JOYCELYN (Swannanoa , Nov 2023 - 2 nights - 4 of 6 endorsements from this owner )
This was our first time having a cat sitter, and we were extremely happy with Jan. We felt very comfortable with Jan from our first meeting. Our old cat was happy as he hardly looked up when we came home and didn’t tell us off like he usually does. The house was left clean and tidy. Will be very happy if Jan can do it again.
 
JUDITH (Rangiora South Island, Nov 2023 - 5 nights - 2 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
Jan was very pleasant and did her best at caring for our menagerie however we feel she was at times out of her depth with the small farm duties she'd committed to and is more suited to smaller domestic sits rather than lifestyle blocks with chickens, large lawns to be mown, tunnel house to water, etc.
 
DI & MURRAY (Levels Valley South Island, Sep 2023 - 4 weeks)
Most of the time I was at this property it rained, The sheep were not meant to have the lambs while you were away? There were wind storms , snow. There was no mention of you wanting me to be there until the 8th of October on the sitter request, The sheets on the bed had been changed and the ... MORE
I cant rhank Jan enough for the excellent care she took of Tilly. The house was immaculate and Tilly was a very happy wee dog when we got home. I recommend anyone to have Jan look after their house and pets.
 
JOYCELYN (Swannanoa , Jul 2023 - 1 month 1 week - 5 of 6 endorsements from this owner )
We recently had the pleasure of having Jan take care of our dog, Tilly, and our house while we were away for the long weekend, and we couldn't have asked for a better person. Jan's dedication and responsibility were truly remarkable, and we are extremely grateful for the exceptional care provided. From the moment we met Jan, it was evident that Tilly would be in good hands. Jan's genuine love and attentiveness towards her were evident. Jan's professionalism, reliability, and trustworthiness ... MORE
 
JOYCELYN (Rangiora South Island, Jun 2023 - 3 days - 6 of 6 endorsements from this owner )
Jan house sat our cat Maude and looked after our house and garden for two weeks over Christmas. Her communication was fantastic ( meeting us in person prior to the sit and keeping us updated via text). We would highly recommend Jan as a thoroughly reliable, thoughtful and trustworthy house sitter.
 
LIZ (Christchurch South Island, Dec 2022 - 2 weeks)
It's a while since we last had a house sitter and we couldn't be happier. Jan arrived when she said she would, communicated with us well while we were away and left the house clean and tidy. More importantly, our pets were settled and happy. Big thanks from us, Rocky and Oscar.
 
DARRELL (RD 1 South Island, Aug 2022 - 1 week 5 days)
Thank you Jan for taking care of my dogs and looking after my home. I think It rained for the whole two weeks she was there, but still took my dogs out to play. There was excellent communication while I was away and she sent regular photos to me. Thank you again
 
CAROLYN (Eyrewell Forest South Island, Jul 2022 - 3 weeks)
Jan did the most fantastic job of caring for our home and my animal friends. Poppy had fun and the cats were happy. Jan checked the cattle, sheep and goats daily also. I loved the updates whilst we were away as we don't go away often. Jan, you were brilliant to deal with right from the start and I would certainly appreciate you coming back when we next decide to head away. Thank you
 
RENAE (Hawarden South Island, Mar 2021 - 5 days)
Jan sent a text the night before we left to confirm her time of arrival which was appreciated. We came home to contented cats and a clean house. This is the second time Jan has house/cat-sat for us and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
 
JOHN & JULIE (Mandeville (Ohoka area) South Island, Feb 2020 - 6 days)
These guys were awesome! The animals were all extremely well cared for and the place was immaculate when we got back. Have a great onward trip and you are welcome back anytime. Linda & Tim
 
LINDA (Wainui South Island, Jan 2020 - 5 days)
Jan was a wonderful house sitter. She looked after our animals and home exceptionally well. The animals were all happy and the house was left very clean and tidy. Jan was also great at communicating with us while we were away. Highly recommended and we would love to have her back. Thanks so much Jan.
 
COLLEEN (West Melton , Oct 2019 - 1 week 2 days)
No rating Jan embraced being on the farm and walking and looking after the dogs. They were very happy under her care and management. Many thanks Jan.
JULIA (Clarence South Island, Aug 2018 - 1 week 1 day)
No rating Lovely to come home to two very happy (not missing us at all furries). Thank you to Jan for caring for both our pets and our house to such a high standard. We hope you will be keen to sit for us again in the future.
JOHN (Oxford South Island, May 2018 - 1 week 6 days)
No rating Thank you Jan, Bailey enjoyed your company as well.He was happy & chatty when we got home. House perfect too. Thanks also for the quiche.
MARY (West Eyreton South Island, Mar 2018 - 5 days)
No rating Jan was a great housesitter. She looked after cat Molly our house and garden. Thank you.
MELANIE (Lincoln South Island, Dec 2017 - 1 week 1 day)
No rating Thank you Jan for taking great care of our spoilt Scooter. We recommend Jan to future home/pet owners wanting someone to care for their much loved pets while on a much needed break away.
RUTH (Kaikoura South Island, Oct 2017 - 2 weeks 2 days)
No rating Thanks for the housesitting...Lucy the dog was sad to see you go. Everything was fine on our return after a wonderful holiday...our animals and home were in good hands.
CAROLINE AND GED (Mawheraiti South Island, May 2017 - 2 weeks 2 days)
No rating Very prompt and organised. Could hardly tell you had been there at all apart from the happy healthy animals when I returned.
MEAGAN (Little RIver South Island, Mar 2017 - 3 days)
No rating Hi Jan Thanks for looking after Billy. He seemed very settled when I got back which is great. Thanks for looking after my place too and keeping it neat and tidy. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay here. All the best for 2017.
MALLIE (Oturehua South Island, Dec 2016 - 1 week 5 days)
No rating We are thrilled to have had Jan stay in our home and care for our dog. We are very happy. All the best, Jemma and Shane
JEMMA (Waikuku Beach South Island, Oct 2016 - 1 week)
No rating Jan has housesat twice for us now. The house is spotless on our return and our pets are happy, and a little grumpy we are home instead of Jan. This last time Jan had even washed our sheets and hers ready for our return! Thanks so much!
SARAH (Burwood , Sep 2016)
No rating We highly recommend Jan who house-sat for us for three weeks, looking after our two chooks while we were away. Jan is a lovely lady and I immediately felt at ease talking with her. She sent us regular updates and we returned to a lovely clean house and happy chooks. Thanks again :)
ROBYN (Springfield , May 2016)
 
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