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Gold (24mths)
House Sitting Preferences
  • 1 - 2 weeks, 2 - 4 weeks, 1 - 2 months, 2 months +
  • Dog(s), Cat(s), Fish, Bird(s), Rabbit(s)/Guinea Pig(s), Farm Animals
Preferred Locations
  • North Island: Wellington   South Island: Nelson / Marlborough, Otago, Southland, West Coast  
Availability
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  • 2024: 28Apr-22May | 23May-8Jun | 23Aug-13Sep
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Fur Baby Mamma

Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist

I am a Canadian living in New Zealand since 2012. I have house sat a variety of animals - dogs, cats, rabbits, birds. fish. chickens. I enjoy discovering new places and meeting new people and caring for their pets. I have owned a Husky, a German Shepherd, six cats - three at one time, a miniature rabbit and two full sized rabbits, four budgie birds and a miniature turtle. I would love your fur babies as my own. I am a non-smoke, non-drinker and work part-time in wellness.
I would welcome the opportunity to housesit pets longterm for any one in Christchurch/Waimakakiri /Southland/Wanaka/Nelson area and occasionally the Wellington area for owners that are very kind to their animals. I am interested in longterm sits (2-4 weeks or 1-2 plus months throughout 2024.

Reviews (25)
Michaelah was awesome. Our house was left in a beautiful state and our pets were well cared for. Michaelah was easy to communicate with and provided updates which allowed us to really enjoy our time away without any worries. Thanks again Michaelah :)
 
HANNAH (Taita North Island, Apr 2024 - 4 nights)
Michaelah is a Superstar Sitter. She communicates really well, both before and during the sit. She sent us cool cat photos to keep us up-to-date while we were away and let us know of any issues. Michaelah left the house beautifully clean and tidy. It was lovely to arrive home to a happy cat, and an immaculate house.
 
FIONA (Paraparaumu Beach North Island, Apr 2024 - 1 week 3 nights)
The kitty cats settled very quickly with Michaelah, which is unusual for them, so I was able to go away knowing they were relaxed and well taken care of. Michaelah sent me daily updates, with photos, and the house was immaculate and very happy kitties when I returned.
 
JANINE (Paraparaumu Beach North Island, Apr 2024 - 5 nights)
Thank you Michaelah for allowing me to be able to have a much needed holiday without worrying about my boys. They had the best of care and after you left, the next morning, they went and waited by the cottage for you to come and greet them. What a lovely, caring, thoughtful person Michaelah is. She looked after my 2 kitties and my home with meticulous care. Before the house sit, she came to meet me, Chino & Letsie so she could familiarise herself with everything and spend a bit of time with ... MORE
 
MARION (Elderslea North Island, Feb 2024 - 1 week 2 nights)
First time using a house sitter but Michaelah helped make the process simple. She was happy to meet at our place prior to confirming. She cared well for our shy cat, and sent us great updates via text and photos The updates helped me with missing our fur baby it put everything at ease knowing he was safe. Buddy warmed to Michaelah and became smoochy and enjoyed pats. Home left tidy and clean and with a lovely gesture of yummy home baking. Would recommend other people to book with ... MORE
 
TAMZIN (Kaiapoi South Island, Jan 2024 - 3 weeks)
Michaelah was a fantastic house sitter. Our pets were wonderfully cared for and our home was left immaculate upon our return. We would highly recommend Michaelah to anyone looking for a house sitter and would have her back anytime!
 
JAIME (Rangiora South Island, Dec 2023 - 1 week 4 nights)
Michaelah made our very first house-sit experience amazing! She was fabulous to communicate with, nothing was a problem and she took amazing care of our pets and house! House was left so tidy and even some home made cookies were waiting for us on return! Absolutely recommend Michaelah and would love to have her back!
 
JASMINE (Whitby North Island, Nov 2023 - 6 nights)
Michaelah was great. Everything was tidy when we returned and animals all happy. Would use Michaelah again and recommend to others
 
GLENYS (Kaiapoi South Island, Sep 2023 - 8 days)
Michaelah is a delightful, friendly and highly responsible house/kitty sitter. She looked after Beki, our rather timid cat, as if she were her own. Our house was immaculate upon returning from our 2 weeks' holiday. She sent us photos of Beki and communicated with us at regular intervals while we were away, which we didn't expect and it was a great comfort knowing Beki was in such safe hands. Beki is going to miss her a lot. They have become good friends - which says a lot because Beki ... MORE
 
COLETTE (Woodend South Island, Aug 2023 - 2 weeks 1 night)
Michaelah was an amazing housesitter. We were initially nervous about how the cats would respond to a stranger coming into their home. One of our cats runs for the hills as soon as she gets an inkling someone new is in the house. Michaelah quickly put our minds to rest. She came and stayed two nights before we left and quickly made great friends with both our cats. Our house was looked after well and very tidy when we returned. Communication was great, and we received a lot of photos so we ... MORE
 
SHAUN (Rangiora , Jul 2023 - 3 weeks)
Shaun & Amanda were lovely hosts inviting me to stay 2 days prior to the sit(including dinner) to get to know their beautiful fur babies. Detailed instructions were prepared for care of their cats (Ruffles & Misty). Communication while they were away was prompt and warm. The bus stop was a minute ... MORE
The key reason I needed a house sitter was to look after my cat Lexi. When I arrived home Lexi was very contented. She was happy and had been well cared for by Michaelah. I also appreciated Michaelah coming to meet me before the house sit. This helped me to feel comfortable about who was staying in my home while I was away.
 
RACHEL (Rangiora South Island, May 2023 - 4 weeks)
Micaelah was excellent and I came home to immaculate house and happy dog. Would highly recommend .
 
PATRICIA (Pegasus South Island, Apr 2023 - 1 month 1 week)
I would be very happy to have Michaelah pet sit for me again. Molly was very calm and happy when I returned and my house clean and tidy. Michaelah followed all my instructions and it was great she was able to come in a day early as I had an early flight.. I recommend Michaelah to future sits
 
WENDY (Mt Pleasant South Island, Mar 2023 - 4 days)
Thanks Michaelah. You did a fabulous job. The house was left like you found it. ie clean and tidy, our cat was happy and content. We loved the cookies you baked for us, Yep, we were hungry and tired, so it was a lovely gesture. We would have no problem recommending Michaelah.
 
ELLEN (Kaiapoi South Island, Feb 2023 - 2 weeks)
Michaelah came and looked after our house and animals again for the week in February. The 2 dogs and 1 cat were very pleased to see her. We were very pleased to have her back - she is very re[iable - very caring and keeps in touch with us while we are away. Came home to a nice clean house and 3 very contented animals.
 
SANDY (Pegasus , Feb 2023 - 1 week - 1 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
Nice enough person , house tidy and clean . Garden not so good. Animals were happy I think, not sure when she left our house , but definitely earlier than agreed.
 
GEOFF & SUE (Pegasus South Island, Jan 2023 - 1 week 3 days)
Michaela is a very organised, caring and responsible housesitter who went over and above! She communicated well with us throughout the stay and our place was very tidy and well maintained when we got home! And she kindly made us some lovely cookies and soup which were delicious! Could not recommend her enough!
 
GRACE (Woolston South Island, Dec 2022 - 4 weeks)
Michaelah did a wonderful job of looking after our house - 2 dogs and cat. She is very trustworthy and reliable. I am sure our pets missed her terribly when she left. We would have no hesitation in having her sit again in the future.
 
SANDY (Pegasus South Island, Dec 2022 - 8 days - 2 of 2 endorsements from this owner )
Was wonderful having Michaela sit for us and look after the Queen of the house, Coco the cat. Michaela kept us posted about Coco's activities (mostly sleeping)and sent pictures. Our house was clean and tidy when we returned along with a bonus of home made biscuits! Thanks, Michaela for making our holiday worry free.
 
KATHY (Spreydon South Island, Sep 2022 - 1 month 3 weeks)
A mature, respectful and calm lady who took exceptional care of our home and our JR dog. Communications were excellent and we received regular updates and photos. Guidelines for medical care of our dog were adhered to. A long standing issue with the house plumbing was handled with dignity and patience. I would highly recommend this lady and will definitely ask her again. Wishing her well in the future.
 
SHIRLEY (Kaiapoi South Island, Aug 2022 - 3 weeks 5 days)
Thanks Michaelah, I came home to a clean house, and a happy dog. It can't have been easy house sitting when you were unwell. I wish you'd let me know that you were cold though as there are lots of options here as I don't like being cold.
 
CHERYL (Richmond South Island, Jul 2022 - 3 weeks)
Michaela is a fabulous housesitter. Communication was easy and clear. Our pet was well looked after and pet care instruction was followed well. The house was very clean and tidy when we arrived home. We highly recommend Michaela and would have her again in a heartbeat.
 
GLENIS & TONY (Christchurch South Island, Mar 2022 - 2 months 3 weeks)
Michaelah did a fantastic job of looking after our house & dog & we would highly recommend her for any future sits. Lovely touch leaving flowers & vase on the bench for our arrival home.
 
JOHN (Rangiora South Island, Feb 2022 - 2 weeks 1 day)
Michaelah took great care of our 9 year old Labrador. She followed our specific instructions and made sure his routine was kept uninterrupted. Michaelah updated us regularly with photos, videos and messages. We came home to a clean and tidy home, a lovely note, freshly baked cookies and a bottle of wine. Communication before and during the sit was excellent. We highly recommend Michaelah and would ask her to sit for us again in the future.
 
ALEX (Woodend South Island, Jan 2022 - 1 week 5 days)
Michaela was a perfect house sitter. Great communication and easy to deal with. I would recommend her as a reliable house sitter.
 
AARON (Christchurch South Island, Dec 2021 - 3 weeks)
 
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