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  • 0 - 1 week, 1 - 2 weeks, 2 - 4 weeks, 1 - 2 months, 2 months +
  • Dog(s), Cat(s), Fish, Bird(s), Rabbit(s)/Guinea Pig(s), Chickens/Ducks/Geese, Reptile(s), Farm Animals, Horse(s)
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Cat whisperer, Dog's best friend!

56, Firefighter

Hi I am a full time firefighter based in Hamilton City in the Waikato region of New Zealand. I have been with the Fire Service for 30 years. I have been house sitting reasonably consistently for 2 years.. With my two daughters now travelling and working in Europe it was time for something a bit different, I have looked after properties throughout NZ and in London with animals, gardens and pools to care for,. A number of years ago my wife and I managed an extensive rural property whilst the owners lived and traveled overseas. I have walked the Te Araroa Trail (length of NZ walk) the Portuguese Camino and the Coast to Coast across England. I have a Masters degree in Emergency Management. I always do a professional diligent job, I have a campervan and a flexible attitude, so am keen to take opportunities as they arise.

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Adrian house sat for us recently while we went on a family vacay to Bali, as some mutual friends had recommended him. When we arrived home 2 weeks later, OMG the house was so immaculate it was as if no one had been there!
Adrian even took the time to write a lovely note providing an update on things while we were away (Mail, Animals, Plants etc.), which was much appreciated. He treated our home with such respect it was as if he’d never been there and we’d never been away!
I would not hesitate to recommend Adrian as a house sitter, in fact we’ve already told him we are pre-booking him in for when we head away next! 😊

Sarah Donaldson
Horsham Downs, Hamilton
021 641 061

Reviews (8)
Adrian is a great communicator and kept us informed about his planned arrival and departure, making sure we were happy with dates. He arranged a visit to check what needed doing and kept in contact while we were away, telling about the cats antics, and informing us of some minor damage. He kept the place very tidy and clean. We love having Adrian as a house sitter and feel very happy for him to look after our cats and our property. Merry Christmas Adrian.
 
JULIE (Hamilton North Island, Dec 2024 - 1 week - 1 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
Adrian did a great job looking after our house and our farm animals. Despite his inexperience with farm animals he happily embraced the work, even feeding the animals during inclement weather. He has a great sense of humour and his communication before and during the house sit was excellent. We would definitely ask him to house sit again if he was available.
 
GLENIS & KEITH (Te Kowhai North Island, Oct 2024 - 2 months)
Adrian THANKYOU for caring for our home and cats while we were away. You communicated regularly with messages and pictures which was appreciated and showed your enjoyment of the cats and the property. It was so nice to return to a spotless house and 2 happy cats. Your attention to detail was appreciated. Thanks also for the chicken in the slow cooker. Garry enjoyed the soup pouch you left in the fridge. Don't worry about the lawns. I appreciate that you have had some awful weather lately. The ... MORE
 
JULIE (Hamilton North Island, May 2024 - 2 months 1 week - 2 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
Adrian did a brilliant job looking after our house and our cat. When we arrived home the house was immaculate and you would never know he had been there. His communication with us before, during and at the end of the house sit was excellent. We knew our little furball would be well looked after. So glad I chose him as our house sitter and would definitely ask him to house sit again if he was available. I know Squeak would agree!!
 
ALISON (Pirongia North Island, Apr 2024 - 3 weeks)
We were very lucky to have Adrian housesit for us for 3 weeks. He looked after our pets and house as if they were his own, we came back to everything in tip top condition. Communication was tops, not once did we worry about what was happening at home. I would definitely recommend Adrian to anyone looking for a reliable and pleasant Housesitter.
 
JANE (Whatawhata North Island, Mar 2024 - 3 weeks)
Adrian was fantastic yet again. We came home to a very happy dog and tidy home. We would recommend Adrian as a house/pet sitter.
 
ALICIA (Methven South Island, Feb 2024 - 2 nights - 1 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
Adrian was a terrific house and pet sitter! He took excellent care of our fur baby and communicated regularly with us. He kept our big boy active and entertained and we really enjoyed the photos and videos he shared with us. Our home was clean and tidy just the way we left it. We came home to a lovely note from Adrian which we truly appreciated too. We definitely recommend Adrian as a house and pet sitter and we've already booked him for next weekend too!
 
ALICIA (Methven South Island, Feb 2024 - 3 nights - 2 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
Adrian did a very good job of taking care of things while I was away. I came home to a clean tidy house, well cared for garden and two happy dogs. Adrian kept me informed while I was away with update texts and photos. Adrian was very friendly and helpful and very easy to communicate with, going out of his way to make sure I had no worries about how things were at home. The dogs took to him straight away, welcoming him as if they already knew him, not barking as they normally would to a ... MORE
 
JANE (Picton South Island, Jan 2024 - 6 nights)
 
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